Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee gets financing boost

February 14, 2011

GE Capital, Franchise Finance has provided $5.8 million in financing to First Cup LLC, a Dunkin’ Donuts’ franchisee that operates 17 units throughout Arizona.

Burger King taps head of Europe marketing

February 14, 2011

Burger King has named John Schaufelberger as president of marketing for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Women make restaurant ownership gains

February 13, 2011

New research from the National Restaurant Association shows that nearly 50 percent of restaurants are now owned by women.

Food fight: Iowa restaurant sues Subway over ‘footlong’ use

February 13, 2011

Most of us have had the “5-dollar footlong” jingle in our head at some point, but one Iowa establishment doesn’t think that gives Subway a complete monopoly on…

Polish operator now Spain’s largest KFC franchisee

February 13, 2011

AmRest Holding, a Polish restaurant operator, has acquired a 76.3 percent stake in Restauravia Grupo Empresarial, a Spanish restaurant company controlled by…

Dunkin’ Brands proposes term loan increase

February 13, 2011

Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin' Brands Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, announced it is proposing to increase its term loan up to $15…

Long John Silver's rebranding effort kicks off

February 10, 2011

Just in time for Lent, the busiest time of the year for seafood consumption, Long John Silver's is imparting a new marketing message revolving around the…

NRA show will embrace innovation

February 10, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is seeking innovative food and beverage products that have made a significant impact on the industry, and will recognize…

Restaurant.com reaches 18K milestone

February 10, 2011

Restaurant.com, which connects eateries to diners nationwide, has added its 18,000th restaurant partner. In conjunction with the milestone, diners also have a…

Bojangles' franchisee opens 10th location

February 10, 2011

Jeniel LLC has opened its 10th Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits location in Darlington, S.C.

NAFEM Show highlights energy savings

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

February 10, 2011

Exhibitors on day two of the North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show expressed optimism about the number of attendees at this year’s event…

Bojangles' up for sale?

February 9, 2011

It's been a roller coaster of a year for the quick-service industry, anchored by the sale and anticipated sale of big-name companies such as Burger King, Long…

El Pollo Loco taps new AOR

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

February 9, 2011

After an extensive process that began with more than 35 agencies in mid-November, El Pollo Loco Inc. has chosen its new advertising agency of record.

Taco Bell thanks fans with free taco

February 8, 2011

Seems a little beef isn’t going to get Taco Bell down. The company launched the “World’s Largest Taco Giveaway” on Facebook to thank its fans for their support…

Royal India Express launches new marketing campaign

February 7, 2011

Royal India Express and Kebab Café, both subsidiaries of Papa Bello Enterprises, are launching a new marketing campaign to increase brand awareness.

Wendy’s/Arby’s Group year-end call set

February 7, 2011

Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc., parent company of Wendy's International Inc. and Arby's Restaurant Group Inc., will release fourth quarter and full-year 201…

Domino’s India operator preps for new chain launch

February 7, 2011

Jubilant FoodWorks, a major foodservice operator in India, will launch a yet-unnamed international food chain in the country in the next fiscal year.

McDonald's has a hot January, navigates price hike rumors

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

February 7, 2011

Global comparable sales for McDonald's Corporation rose 5.3 percent in January. These numbers were especially boosted by strong European sales (7 percent).

Tim Hortons expanding overseas

February 6, 2011

Tim Hortons has inked a master license agreement with Apparel Group in Dubai for up to 120 multi-format restaurants in markets in the Gulf Cooperation Council…

McDonald's CCO loses cancer battle

February 6, 2011

Jack Daly, chief communications officer for McDonald's Corporation, died Saturday at the age of 62 after a battle with cancer.