updated - May 19, 2013 Sunday EDT
The chairman and CEO of Applebee's franchisee Apple American Group has acquired Southern Bells Inc., a franchise group of 76 restaurants - mostly Taco Bell but also some KFC and Pizza Hut units - in Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky, according to a statement.
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Domino's Pizza, the nation's second-largest pizza chain, is rolling out a nationwide promotion to complement its $5.99 pizza value deal which will now include non-pizza items like pasta, chicken and sandwiches.
Coca-Cola, the world's top beverage company, is launching a campaign where it tackles obesity head on and defends its own health initiatives by promoting its sugar free soda offerings.
Canadian officials recalled romaine and iceberg lettuce sent to KFC and Taco Bell on Monday that is believed to be the source of an E. coli contamination in the country.
Taco Bell, the Mexican food chain, is rolling out a new value menu that poses a greater challenge McDonald's Dollar Menu.
KFC will open its first store in Mongolia later this year following a partnership by its parent company, Yum! Brands Inc. and Tavan Bogd Group.
Burger King in China has sealed a deal with PepsiCo to serve only Pepsi in its stores instead of its main competitor, Coca-Cola, according to reports.
Thai hotel and fast-food chain operator Minor International Pcl said on Wednesday it expected its loss-making food operations in Chinato make a profit this year thanks to income from recently acquired restaurant chain Riverside & Courtyard.
Hooters of America, LLC announced today that Madison, Wis., Hooters Girl Rachel Fashing is named Hooters Girl of the Year 2013. This honorary title is given to one woman every year who exemplifies all of the qualities of an ideal Hooters Girl, including an impeccable image, excellent hospitality skills, and great attitude and personality.
Fast-food chain KFC's parent Yum Brands Inc apologised to customers in China over its handling of a recent food scare that has hit the company's sales in its biggest market.
Barberitos Franchising, Inc. announced that it has signed its newest location and has ended the 2012 year with 43 stores signed. Currently, there are 30 stores that are open for business. Yulee, FL is the most recent opening, and there are a few that will open soon in the spring of 2013. Cary, NC, Kingsport, TN, and Tallahassee, FL are just a few that are next on the list to open. Downing Barber, founder and CEO of the company is excited to be expanding the brand to cover more of the Southeast.
Wendy's is trying out a new pretzel-style bun made to sell with its bacon cheeseburger in Miami for a limited time.
McDonald's stores in the United Kingdom are taking part in a new initiative from Wednesday which includes offering a book with each Happy Meal sold.
The pizza chain's stores in Japan sell a large pizza with Kobe beef, a delicacy in the country, for 5,800 yen (about US$66). Additional toppings include onions, potatoes, steak sauce and cheese.
Starbucks is offering free samples of its new Vanilla Blonde coffee in several different venues for a limited time starting Tuesday, according to a report.
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