ORLANDO, Fla, 2016-Oct-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Board of Directors of Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: DRI) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of$0.56 per share on the Company's outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on November 1, 2016 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 10, 2016.
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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to bring the sweet treat company to Iceland
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., 2016-Oct-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. today (October 3, 2016) announced a development agreement with Hagar verslainr ehf. that will bring the sweet treat company to Iceland. The first of five Krispy Kreme shops will open in Reykjavik on Nov.…
SONIC® Drive-In introduces the new Fiery Ultimate Chicken Sandwich and Fiery Cheeseburger
OKLAHOMA CITY, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — SONIC® Drive-In (NASDAQ: SONC) introduces the new Fiery Ultimate Chicken Sandwich and Fiery Cheeseburger to heatseekers everywhere, adding to its menu of bold flavors. Both feature the daring new Fiery Sauce, adding an irresistibly spicy dimension to…
DENVER, 2016-Oct-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — A new advertising campaign by Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) spotlights their carefully selected ingredients and reinforces Chipotle’s commitment to sourcing, preparing and serving only the very best ingredients.
“We prepare all of our food using a very short list of ingredients,” said Mark Crumpacker, chief creative and development officer at…
LOUISVILLE, KY, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today (September 26, 2016) announced that its Board of Directors has approved the previously announced separation of its China business, now owned by Yum China Holdings, Inc. (Yum China), from Yum! Brands, which is currently expected to occur after the close of business on…
Louisville, KY, 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) today ( September 26, 2016) announced the appointment of Paget Alves to its Board of Directors, effective November 17, 2016. With Mr. Alves’s appointment, the Yum! Brands Board will consist of 12 directors, 11 of whom will be independent.
“Paget’s extensive executive management and…
Dunkin’ Donuts to debut its ready-to-drink coffee beverages in 2017
CANTON, Mass., 2016-Sep-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (September 29, 2016), National Coffee Day, Dunkin’ Donuts, part of Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: DNKN), announced that it will launch a line of Dunkin’ Donuts branded ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee beverages in the United States in early 2017.…
DENVER, 2016-Sep-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) today (Sep. 28, 2016) announced that it will host a conference call to discuss third quarter 2016 financial results on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 4:30 PM Eastern time. A press release with third quarter 2016 financial results will be issued at approximately…
Dunkin’ Donuts introduces new OREO® flavored Hot Chocolate
CANTON, MA, 2016-Sep-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — With October around the corner and thoughts turning to cooler, crisper days in many parts of the country, Dunkin’ Donuts has introduced a new hot chocolate flavor for fall sure to help sweeten the season. Beginning today and continuing through the…
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2016-Sep-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.(NASDAQ:BJRI) today (Sept. 27, 2016) announced the opening of its restaurant in Valley Stream, New York. The new BJ’s Restaurant opened on Monday, September 26, 2016, on a free standing pad at the Green Acres Mall. The restaurant is approximately 7,300 square feet, seats approximately…
OKLAHOMA CITY, 2016-Sep-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today (Sep 27, 2016) announced preliminary results for its fourth fiscal quarter ended August 31, 2016.
The company estimates that system-wide same-store sales for its fourth fiscal quarter decreased approximately 2.0%. Estimated same-store sales performance reflects a decrease of…
Merenda 6000: Immochan Portugal opens new concept of food court in Alegro Castelo Branco shopping centre
Portugal, 2016-Sep-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — The new space, called Merenda 6000, has a unique style, where all the restaurants create a common and cosmopolitan area. This unique concept is the first in the region. Merenda 6000 intends to…
OKLAHOMA CITY, 2016-Sep-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Sep 26, 2016), SONIC® Drive-In (NASDAQ: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, embarks on its eighth Limeades for Learning charitable voting campaign, putting guests in the driver's seat to allocate $1 million to public school teachers' classrooms across the nation. In partnership with DonorsChoose.org, this…
Conshohocken, PA, 2016-Sep-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA U.S. announced that as part of its commitment to sustainable food offerings, it will only be selling cage-free eggs* in all its IKEA U.S. restaurants. This supply chain improvement also supports the well-priced food offerings at all IKEA restaurants.
“At IKEA, we want to improve our contribution…
ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-Sep-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market is pleased to announce partnerships with four Philadelphia chef restaurateurs who will be bringing their culinary talents to the new Rodin Square store, set to open on Friday, Oct.14, 2016. These in-store venues, inside Philadelphia’s largest and most innovative Whole Foods Market, will offer customers…
LOS ANGELES, 2016-Sep-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The 2ND bar and restaurant, located inside Whole Foods Market Plaza El Segundo is now open, featuring a wide selection of beer, wine and a Fall-inspired seasonal menu with something for everyone. Hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.…
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to celebrate National Coffee Day with free coffee and doughnut for its guests on Sept. 29
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., 2016-Sep-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts today announced that participating shops in the United States and Canada will celebrate National Coffee Day on Sept. 29. Any guest who visits a participating shop on…
SONIC® Drive-In crew Hazel Green, Alabama wins gold medal at this year's annual DR PEPPER SONIC GAMES
OKLAHOMA CITY, 2016-Sep-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The SONIC® Drive-In (NASDAQ: SONC) crew of the SONIC Drive-In on Highway 231 in Hazel Green took home the gold medal at this year's annual DR PEPPER SONIC GAMES, a nine-month competition…
Rosemont, Ill., 2016-Sep-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Sep 22, 2016 ), US Foods and Avero introduced a revolutionary new product that makes the challenging job of running a restaurant kitchen easier – Avero Food Cost Management (FCM). Avero FCM easily integrates with a restaurant’s point of sale system to give a seamless, digital look…
CANTON, MA, 2016-Sep-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc., (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, today (Sept. 22, 2016) announced that David Hoffmann, 48, has been named president of Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. and Canada, effective October 3, 2016. He will report to Nigel Travis, Dunkin’ Brands Chairman and CEO, and…
ATLANTA, 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère, the travel retail and restaurateur leader in North America, and Kent Rathbun Concepts, today (September 22, 2016) opened a new restaurant, Whitetail Bistro, in Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s (DFW) Terminal D. Together, both companies were awarded the contract for three new restaurants and bars in…
ATLANTA, Ga., 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — It all started in 1973. Based on Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy’s desire to see team members achieve their fullest potential, Chick-fil-A, Inc. began awarding college scholarships to encourage the pursuit of higher education. Through the years, Chick-fil-A, Inc. has awarded approximately $36 million to more than 36,000…
ATLANTA, Ga., 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chick-fil-A® announced today (September 19, 2016) it is expanding and updating the company’s scholarship initiative to offer Team Members maximum flexibility and support in their pursuit of higher education. The changes will more than double the company’s investment in Team Member scholarships – offering $4.9 million in scholarships in…
ATLANTA, Ga., 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Chick-fil-A® announces today (September 19, 2016) a new initiative that will more than double the company’s investment in Team Members’ college educations – providing $4.9 Million in scholarships in 2017 alone, as well as access to tuition discounts and other benefits at more than 70 colleges and…
ATLANTA, 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLKI), the franchisor and operator of Popeyes® restaurants, today (September 22, 2016) reported that it will hold its 2016 Analyst Day at its headquarters in Atlanta on October 5, 2016. The event is scheduled to start at 10:00 a.m. (ET) and will conclude at approximately…
Enjoy any medium-sized cup of Dunkin’ Donuts' signature hot coffee for 66 cents on National Coffee Day
CANTON, MA, 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — National Coffee Day is Thursday, September 29, and Dunkin’ Donuts will hail the holiday by raising a cup to its loyal guests with a coffee offer in celebration of the brand’s 66-year…
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. (NASDAQ:BJRI) today (Sept. 21, 2016) announced the opening of its restaurant in Cary, North Carolina. The new BJ’s Restaurant opened on Monday, September 19, 2016, on Dillard Drive at the Centrum at Crossroads shopping center. The restaurant is approximately 7,300 square feet, seats approximately…
ST. LOUIS, 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Panera Bread (NASDAQ: PNRA) is leading the restaurant industry with better bacon. Today ( Sept. 21, 2016), Panera announced that it will serve clean bacon on its sandwiches and salads that is free of artificial preservatives, flavors, sweeteners and colors from artificial sources prohibited by the company’s…
LONDON, 2016-Sep-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Naturally Fast Food chain LEON launches its new menu today [Wednesday 21 September].
The autumn menu includes an exclusive new dish, made in collaboration with professional chef, food writer and TV presenter, Gizzi Erskine. Rooted in their shared passion for satisfying nutritious recipes, and keen to create a fun new…
Chick-fil-A, Inc. broke ground at future site of its first stand-alone location in city of Las Vegas
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ATLANTA, 2016-Sep-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A, Inc. broke ground today (SEPTEMBER 20, 2016) at the future site of its first stand-alone location in the city of Las Vegas. The restaurant will be located at the northeast corner of Sahara Avenue and Rancho Drive, and is the third Chick-fil-A location opening in the Las…