Blimpie International, Inc. announced the grand opening of its first tri-branded location in Toronto, Canada on March 17.

Burger King Corporation announced March 22 that it will introduce the delicious taste of pancakes to consumers in a convenient package perfect for eating breakfast “utensil free”

Chicken Burrito Madness returns to El Pollo Loco as the chain kicks off its annual event with fresh new additions to its burrito line-up.

Back Yard Burgers, Inc., the Memphis-based chain with operations in 16 states, announced on January 3, 2000 it’s contribution of $100,000 to

Testifying before a key House subcommittee February 15, a restaurateur called for Congress to eliminate the punitive limit government puts Americans who want to work while also earning Social Security benefits.

To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Manchu Wok is introducing its annual Chinese New Year Promotion which runs January 30 until February 26, 2000 at 196 North American locations.

Restaurant Systems International, who launched the nation’s first frozen yogurt chain, Everything Yogurt, is achieving success once more with the launch of their two latest food concepts; Greenleaf’s Grille and Treat Street.

Amidst a barrage of spring breakers, officials met March 8-9 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to map out future

Fresh off his return to spring training, Chicago Cubs outfielder Sammy Sosa already is preparing for two new projects—a part in a new Pepsi commercial and a role in Pepsi’s baseball marketing efforts.

Burger King Corporation has announced that beginning January 31, it will offer customers an Italian version of their Chick’n Crisp sandwich.

The AFC Foundation has presented a $10,000 gift to the Morehouse School of Medicine in order to provide partial student scholarships

CKE Restaurants will consolidate the majority of the corporate functions of its subsidiary Hardee’s Food Systems, Inc. within CKE’s corporate headquarters in Anaheim.

Domino’s Pizza announced December 20 it will soon accept credit cards at all of its 654 corporate locations and has selected Paymentech to launch the program.

Einstein/Noah Bagel Corp has been notified by the Nasdaq Stock Market Inc. that its common stock has been delisted from the Nasdaq Small Cap Market, effective with the open of business today.

Koo Koo Roo, Inc. announces the opening of its 44th Koo Koo Roo restaurant, the first of the new year.

McDonald’s announces that strong 1999 earnings performance, which helped drive a significant increase in free cash flow and higher returns for 1999.

McDonald’s announces the promotion of James Cantalupo, vice chairman of McDonald’s Corporation, and chairman and chief executive officer of McDonald’s International, to vice chairman and president , effective immediately.

The bignews at McDonald’s is the addition of an “Xtra” special, “Xtra” big sandwich called McDonald’s Big Xtra!

On December 20, New World Coffee-Manhattan Bagel, Inc. reported consolidated net revenues of $6.2 million for the eight weeks ended November 21, 1999.

Pancho’s Mexican Buffet, Inc. announced Februrary 2, 2000 at it’s annual meeting that it will be converting restaurants in select markets during the year to it’s new Pancho’s Express Buffet .

Papa John’s Franchise Advisory Council has initiated a program which will allow the cost of cheese to all Papa John’s restaurants to be established on a quarterly basis.

Sonic Corp. reported on January 4, 2000 higher revenues and earnings for the first quarter of fiscal year 2000, which ended on November 30, 1999.

As many Americans struggle to keep their weight-related New Year’s resolutions, Subway has teamed up with Tae-Bo progenitor and fitness guru Billy Blanks for a new promotion.

Wendy’s International, Inc.’s fourth quarter earnings per share grew 18% to $0.33.

In a move to strengthen its ability to grow in the restaurant industry Winners International Restaurants, Inc. partners Winners International, the RTM Restaurant Group, and BankBoston Development Company .

The AFC Foundation has presented a $10,000 gift to the Morehouse School of Medicine.

During a March convention of Auntie Anne’s store owners, theChildrens’ Miracle Network announced that the pretzel franchise will raise money for its 170 children’s hospitals.

Stockholders of Boston Chicken Inc., listed on the National Quotation Board under the symbol BOSTQ, Golden, Colorado, are being asked to consider volunteering their services for a committee appointed by the United States Trustee.