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BY Kate Taylor
In a quarter that saw fast-food breakfast wars and the polar vortex, here's how McDonald's is measuring up to the competition. Just Add Water: Powdered Alcohol Approved by the U.S. Government
BY Kate Taylor
You may be able to order pouches of powdered vodka, Cosmopolitans and 'Powderitas' as soon as this fall. Dislike: If You 'Like' General Mills on Facebook, You Can't Sue the Company
BY Kim Lachance Shandrow
The American food manufacturer has made an unprecedented sneaky, (anti)social media move to keep itself out of court. Drive-In-Loving Franchisees, Take Note: Sonic to Open 1,000 Restaurants in Next 10 Years
BY Kate Taylor
The burger chain is eyeing an aggressive expansion plan over the next decade. How the Coolhaus Founder Stayed Chill as One Food Truck Became a Frozen Treat Empire
BY Kate Taylor
Coolhaus founder Natasha Case went from selling ice cream sandwiches out of an old postal truck to self-made millionaire. Here's how. Restaurant Job Growth Rebounds in March (Infographic)
BY Kate Taylor
After a grim February, restaurants once again ruled as the largest job creators in the franchise sector. 5 American Entrepreneurs Doing Good Business
BY Natalia Angulo
An inside look at business owners who are creating jobs and providing communities across the globe a chance to earn a living wage. Sriracha Factory Given 90-Day Ultimatum as Spicy Fumes Declared a 'Public Nuisance'
BY Geoff Weiss
With residents of Irwindale, Calif., complaining of a burning sensation in their eyes and throats, a Sriracha factory must clean up shop. Franchise Players: Serving Up Sweet Tea at a Southern Franchise With a 'Radical Fan Base'
BY Kate Taylor
Bojangles' is known for having some of the most dedicated customers in the industry. Kristal Beaver would know -- she was one prior to becoming a franchisee. GrubHub Stock Surges in Public Debut After Raising $192 Million
BY Kate Taylor
GrubHub's IPO has proved to be a treat for investors, as the stock jumped 54 percent in its public debut. Why Dairy Queen Is Finally Opening Up in Manhattan
BY Kate Taylor
Dairy Queen is taking on the challenge of opening a franchise in the heart of New York City, with plans to open 35 to 50 more restaurants in the area. Franchise Players: Married Burger Franchisees on Playing to Each Other's Strengths
BY Kate Taylor
After 30 years of experience outside the franchising industry, this couple now works together at Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries. Franchise Players: How I Went From Fine Dining to Fast Casual
BY Kate Taylor
How this McAlister's franchisee went from owning an Italian fine dining restaurant to running 23 delis. 'Gluten-Free' and 'Sustainable' Take Over Menus as New Healthy Buzzwords
BY Kate Taylor
A look at the key phrases restaurants are serving up for the health-conscious customer. Looking to Steal Taco Bell's Thunder, McDonald's Offers Free Coffee
BY Kate Taylor
The day after Taco Bell began its breakfast sales, McDonald's announced plans to offer free McCafe coffee for two weeks during breakfast hours. How Chicken Soup For the Soul Started Selling Actual Soup
BY Kate Taylor
The feel-good book publisher's move into food products provides a lesson in how to stay true to your brand even as you expand. Panera Gets Serious About Tech, Says Its Future Depends On It
BY Kate Taylor
The soup and sandwich chain is introducing tech upgrades that include mobile ordering and self-checkout kiosks. Talk About Ambition: One Girl Scout Sold 18,000 Boxes of Cookies
BY Kate Taylor
Katie Francis of Oklahoma City broke the national record, selling more than 18,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies in seven weeks. Her secret? Commitment. The Top Brands in Food Service, Hotels, Retail and More
BY Jason Daley
These brands took the No. 1 spot in various categories. Here's why. Kim Kardashian: Burger King's Newest Franchisee?
BY Kate Taylor
What do you get for the girl who has everything? If you're Kanye West, you get her 10 international Burger King locations. Sticky Fingers: Man Claims IHOP Stole His 'Pancake Pile' App
BY Kate Taylor
An app creator is reportedly suing IHOP's parent company for copying his 'Pancake Pile' app. Mega Brands Collide: Soon, You Can Order 'Oprah Chai Tea' at Starbucks
BY Kate Taylor
In Oprah's first ever alignment with another brand, Oprah Chai will play a key role in Starbucks' budding tea business. How Relationships Are Fueling One Online Locavore Marketplace
BY Sarah Max
Boise startup Direct Local Food connects local farmers and ranchers on their terms and in the process created a new way to help put more fresh food on tables. Franchise Players: These Baby Boomers Got Into Franchising for Their Kids
BY Kate Taylor
When Brian and Karen Bourlier bought a Buffalo Wings & Rings franchise, they did it for their sons not for themselves.