May 22, 2013

Industry News

McDonald's August Comps Up
McDonald's announced that August comparable sales for Brand McDonald's increased 3.8% in constant currencies, compared with a 2.0% decline in August 2002.
Taco Bell Introduces New Spicy Chicken Burrito
New Spicy Chicken Burrito will be available through October 12th for $1.29 at participating restaurants nationwide.
McDonald's To Work With Houston On Slimming Down
Civic fitness program instituted for the city named tha nation's fattest three years in a row.
El Pollo Loco Celebrates National Chicken Month
California-based chain offers customer a limited-time special for the celebration.
Wendy's Same Store Sales Going Positive
After months of negative same store sales, Wendy's stores report positive numbers.
Source Food Technology Elects Jack Greenberg to Board of Directors
Former Chairman and CEO of McDonald's Corporation will give input to manufacturer of Nextra cooking oil.
PETA Targets YUM!/KFC Executives
Group sends consultant to visit neighbors, clubs, and restaurants in tactic to force animal handling changes.
Domino’s Introduces Philly Cheese Steak Pizza
U.S. beef industry endorses new taste in pizzas.
Caffeine Tax In Seattle?
Seattle voters face the prospect of a tax on espresso and derivative drinks to help pay for children’s programs.
Wendy’s Tests Low-Fat Menu Suggestions
New “four under ten” meals highlight healthier eating without altering menu.
Krispy Kreme Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2004 Results
Doughnut-maker sees net income increase 46.8%.
Taco Bell Urges Californians To Buy Votes
Forget Gallup polls. Tacos will decide this race.
Fatburger Chain Bought By Management
Majority shareholder Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Partners sell most of their interests.
Carrol’s Corporation Reports Second Quarter Results
Burger King’s largest franchisee reports same store sales decline of 10.5%.
Popcorn, Candy, and Sbarro Pizza
Italian quick-serve Sbarro signs deal with National Amusements to place stores in theaters.
Cosi Announces Management Changes
CFO Kenneth Betuker resigns; founder Jay Wainwright given new role.