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Le Pain Quotidien appoints former Starbucks exec as US CEO
Le Pain Quotidien appoints former Starbucks exec as US CEO
The bakery and restaurant chain announced the appointment of Doug Satzman as the US Chief Executive Officer.
Chipotle supplier cuts jobs in the wake of food scare
According to a story by the Business Insider, while Chipotle's same-store sales fell by 30% in December after outbreaks tied to its restaurants, the...
Chipotle to temporarily stop operations on February 8 to hold food safety meetings
According to a story by the Daily Mail, the Mexican food chain will shut down its stores on 8 February for four hours to hold team meetings discussing...
Starbucks to launch new 500 stores in China
According to a story by Reuters, the coffee chain announced that it aims to open 500 stores in China this year.
McDonald's considers selling stakes in Nikkei
According to a report by Reuters citing the Nikkei business daily, the fast food giant is reaching out to investors about selling a part of the...
Starbucks opens cafe with a view in Istanbul
The design of a remodeled Starbucks store near the bustling Kadikoy Carsi ferry terminal offers an expansive view over the Bosphorus Strait.
Chipotle US norovirus outbreak 'one of the worst in history'
According to an article published by Complex, the Mexican food chain is suffering the worst norovirus outbreak in history, with 141 reported cases of...
French competition watchdog greenlights takeover of Quick by Burger King
According to a story published by France 24, the French competition authority allowed Burger King's takeover of the 405 outlets of its competitor...
KFC to open its first store in Tibet
The fried chicken chain announced that it is set to open its first branch in Tibet.
Papa John's to enter Northeast France in 2016
Papa John’s International, Inc announced the signing of a 38 store development agreement that will bring the brand to Northeast France. Hassan...
Starbucks delivery by Postmates begins service in Seattle
Starbucks is collaborating with the on-demand delivery service Postmates for a pilot program, where customers can have Starbucks food or beverages...
wagamama opens in New York
According to a story by the New York Post, the Asian food chain signed a lease for its New York debut in summer or fall of 2016.
Southern Fried Chicken opens in Kyrgyzstan
The fried chicken brand opened its first store in Kyrgyzstan following the appointment of a master franchisor earlier this year.
Taco Bell commits to serving cage-free eggs in US by end of 2016
Taco Bell today announced that all of its U.S. corporate and franchise-owned restaurants will exclusively serve cage-free eggs by December 31, 2016.
Chipotle US releases statement in response to E.Coli investigation
The Mexican food chain issued the following statement.
McDonald's french fries cost $133 in Venezuela
According to a story published by the Independent, due to the economic crisis in Venezuela a single large serving of McDonald's french fries costs...
Closure of 'first KFC store' in Iran causes confusion
According to a story by BBC News, Iran shut down a branch of the US fast food giant Kentucky Fried Chicken, even as the manager of the restaurant...
