BK sued by franchisees over soft drink contracts
May 13, 2009
ATLANTA Burger King franchisees are suing the franchisor, as well as The Coca-Cola Co. and Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc., claiming Burger King Corp. is unlawfully diverting funds that once were earmarked for franchisees to the corporate advertising...
Chipotle turns curses of online ordering into blessings
May 13, 2009
In selling online ordering to the restaurant industry, tech providers have promised and delivered a sales tool that saves labor and streamlines the traditional ordering process. But as online-ordering platforms have evolved beyond fax or e...
Red Mango to relocate HQ to Dallas
May 12, 2009
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Study: Franchise lending likely to be slashed
May 12, 2009
WASHINGTON The current recession and credit crunch will likely lead to a 40-percent decline in franchise lending this year, according to a study released Tuesday by the International Franchise Association. The study, prepared by FRANdata...
Comfort + pizzazz = new crop of strawberry treats
Comfort + pizzazz = new crop of strawberry treats
May 12, 2009
It’s no secret that consumers crave comfort during times of stress. Yet when that stress is largely economic, they want more for their money than the same old Fannie Farmer choices. In-the-know restaurateurs are capitalizing on the dueling...
Having words with Chris Olexa, franchisee, Buffalo Wild Wings
Having words with Chris Olexa, franchisee, Buffalo Wild Wings
May 11, 2009
Buffalo Wild Wings franchisee Chris Olexa had his first experience with the 575-unit casual-dining chain in college, watching games with his buddies in Houston. After a few visits, Olexa told himself he was going to own a Buffalo Wild Wings unit...
This week in supplier news
May 11, 2009
Papa Gino's Holdings inked a multiyear contract with Coca-Cola for its Papa Gino's Pizzeria and D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches chains. Also in this week's edition: Linda Bean's Perfect Maine, Mid-Atlantic Food, Beverage and Lodging Expo, Meat &...
McDonald’s franchisee carves prime steakhouse opportunity
McDonald’s franchisee carves prime steakhouse opportunity
May 11, 2009
CEDAR HILL Texas McDonald’s franchisee who is in the process of selling his 63 Dallas-area units, is taking advantage of the economic downturn to expand his holdings in full-service dining. ...
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