Del Taco selects Fish Consulting for PR duties

January 31, 2014

Fish Consulting LLC, a national communications firm specializing in franchise marketing and public relations, announced that Del Taco has joined its roster of…

New York McDonald's stepping up promotions for Super Bowl crowd

January 31, 2014

McDonald's franchisees in the New York-Tri-State area are kicking off the Super Bowl XLVIII celebration with a variety of activities for customers, from…

Tim Hortons plans national launch of in-store TV programming

January 30, 2014

Tim Hortons and Cineplex Digital Networks have announced national launch plans for TimsTV, an in-restaurant TV channel showcasing Tim Hortons' content.

Cousins Subs puts sponsorship weight behind scholarship contest

January 30, 2014

Wisconsin-based Cousins Subs announced it is sponsoring the second annual Wisconsin Sports Awards Scholarship Contest, in which high school senior athletes can…

Sonic extends pretzel dog lineup

January 30, 2014

Sonic today announced that its pretzel dogs are back by popular demand. In addition to the cheesy bacon pretzel dog and original pretzel dog, Sonic has also…

Jack in the Box ups the ante on bacon burger

January 30, 2014

Jack in the Box has introduced the Bacon Insider burger, featuring six half slices of hickory smoked bacon and a creamy bacon mayo sauce on top of a beef…

Carl's Jr. adds snickerdoodle cookie ice cream sandwich to dessert menu

January 29, 2014

Carl's Jr. has added a hand-scooped snickerdoodle cookie ice cream sandwich to its dessert menu. The new offering features a scoop of premium vanilla ice cream…

Wienerschnitzel introduces Daily Deals menu

January 29, 2014

Wienerschnitzel has announced the availability of two brand new limited time offers: Cake Batter Dipped Cones and Daily Deals.

Roy Rogers adds new marketing director

January 29, 2014

Carrie Isabell has been named marketing director for Roy Rogers Restaurants.

Dunkin' Donuts comes up with a cookie dough donut

January 28, 2014

Beginning today, Dunkin' Donuts is offering its Valentine's Day-themed heart-shaped donuts. This year, the brand has also added two new flavors to the…

Krispy Kreme adds hugs and kisses doughnuts to Valentine's lineup

January 28, 2014

Krispy Kreme Sprinkled Heart, Valentine Sprinkles, Chocolate Iced Heart, and new Hugs and Kisses doughnuts are available now through Feb. 15 at participating…

How to get customers to sign up for your loyalty program

About 12 to 15 percent of a company's most loyal customers contribute 55 to 70 percent of total sales.

Dunkin' Donuts launches national DD Perks loyalty program

January 27, 2014

Dunkin' Donuts today launched a new national DD Perks Rewards program, offering guests points toward free beverages for every visit they make at participating…

Wendy's adds ciabatta for Mediterranean-inspired premium burger

January 27, 2014

Wendy's has introduced a premium Ciabatta Bacon Cheeseburger, inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.

Popeyes' largest franchisee hosts Muscular Dystrophy fundraiser

January 27, 2014

Sailormen Inc., Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's largest domestic franchisee, is hosting its 2014 "Appetite for a Cure" campaign to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy…

Three ways brands can get a handle on negative comments

How you handle one comment has a ripple effect on how other customers perceive your brand.

Pineapple Teriyaki among White Castle's new grilled chicken Sliders

January 24, 2014

White Castle has announced its new grilled chicken Slider lineup, including savory and bacon and cheddar, as well as the new chicken parmesan and pineapple…

Illinois Restaurant Association marks 100th year

January 24, 2014

The Illinois Restaurant Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the restaurant and hospitality industry in Illinois, is celebrating its…

Tim Hortons launches interactive Timbit Me contest

January 24, 2014

Tim Hortons is inviting Canadians to build personalized Timbit avatars using the Timbit Me online tool for a chance to win prizes, including free coffee and…

Subway teams up with Michelle Obama to push healthier kids' meals

January 24, 2014

First Lady Michelle Obama announced Thursday that Subway restaurants have joined the Partnership for a Healthier America in a three-year commitment to promote…