C-store operators can take part in Manitowoc Foodservice’s new financing program until the end of this year. Manitowoc Foodservice wants to give retail operators a 0% financing program for 24 months on purchases now through Dec. 14, 2012. Convenience store operators who take part in the new program can access cost-effective, innovative and energy-efficient foodservice…

Franchise opportunities throughout Texas remain available and new markets may be added soon. Dunkin’ Donuts has signed a multi-unit store development agreement with three franchise groups to develop 25 new restaurants in Texas over the next several years.  Locations targeted for development include the following:   •            521 Interests LTD plan to develop 16 restaurants in…

Starbucks is switching to natural, vegetarian coloring in response to consumer pressure via petition on Change.org. In response to massive public outcry and consumer pressure, Starbucks announced it plans to replace cochineal coloring derived from crushed bugs and instead use a tomato based ingredient to color several products, including its strawberry Frappuccinos. A popular campaign…