Lessons from the Field - Global Reader Definitions Of Hospitality - By John Hogan
I recently shared my definitions of the word HOSPITALITY in a column published in this service and asked readers to contribute their definitions. The response was very positive and I am pleased to share a sampling of the responses from a diversity of people and places. ...more

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McDonald's Rolls Out New Generation of Global Packaging
Beginning in November 2008, McDonald's will introduce its new generation of global packaging, the most comprehensive rollout in the Brand's history. All 118 McDonald's countries will participate in this rollout over the next two years, putting the Brand's food quality story front and center and directly into the hands of customers -- some 56 million every day. ...more

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Brazil Fast Food Expands Bob's Restaurants in Chile And Develops Doggis Brand in Brazil
Brazil Fast Food Corp. (OTC Bulletin Board: BOBS.OB) the second largest fast-food restaurant chain with 663 points of sale in Brazil, operating under multiple brands including Bob's, In Bocca al Lupo Café, Pizza Hut and KFC, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Grupo de Empresas Doggis S.A. ('GED') to cross-franchise the Bob's and Doggis brands in Chile and Brazil, respectively. ...more

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Frisch's Reports Record Sales in First Quarter
Frisch's Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE Alternext US: FRS) reported record sales for its 16-week fiscal first quarter ended September 23, 2008. Revenues rose 0.4% to $89,881,631 from $89,526,444 for last year's first quarter. ...more

Denny's Corporation Reports Results for the Third Quarter 2008
Same-store sales decreased 2.7% at company units and decreased 6.1% at franchised units ...more

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U.S. Military Veteran Opens Pizza Franchise Under Little Caesars Veterans Program
Innovative Program Provides Benefit up to $10,000 for Former Army Helicopter Pilot ...more

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Continues Illinois Expansion With Opening of Bloomingdale Restaurant
Casual dining restaurant to donate 50 cents from every gourmet burger sold to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children during opening week ...more

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Taco John's Co-Founder Passes Away
James F. Woodson, co-founder of the popular Taco John's restaurant chain based in Cheyenne, Wyoming died Friday, October 24, 2008. Woodson and Harold Holmes built the chain from a "Taco House" concept in 1969. Today, it is a leading regional Mexican quick-service restaurant chain with 420 locations in 25 states. ...more

The 46th Annual Congress of IH&RA International Hotel & Restaurant Association 20-22 OCTOBER 2008 MONTERREY, MEXICO
During three days, the world's best hospitality leaders gathered in Monterrey, Mexico, where was held the IH&RA's 46th General Assembly, from 20-22 October 2008, where 250 delegates & hospitality leaders from 40 nations did attend the congress that was held in Mexico with its main theme LEADING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE. ...more

77th CHART Hospitality Training Conference Promises High-Impact, Actionable Training for Turbulent Economic Times
Restaurant trainers, hotel trainers and human resources professionals gather for practical techniques from expert speakers. ...more

Boston Market Announces Partnership with Give Kids the World
Boston Market will donate percentage of holiday sales to organization in 2008 and will open no-charge location in 2009 ...more

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