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After seven straight quarters of same-store sales declines amid menu challenges and competitive pressures, Restaurant Brands-owned Tim Horton’s finally appears to be turning the corner. Second quarter global same-store sales for Tim Horton’s — which operates nearly 5,100 restaurants mostly in Canada and was purchased in 2014 by Restaurant Brands (QSR) for $11.4 billion — rose 27.6%. The coffee and donut chain had the best sales performance from within a Restaurant Brands portfolio that… Source link

Krispy Kreme, which announced plans this week to give a free donut to everyone who gets a free COVID-19 shot, is defending itself against some of the naysayers who think the freebie could have unintended consequences. The donut chain’s well-meaning (and literally sweet) incentive sparked some backlash on social media, with everyone from doctors to comedians pointing out that obesity — which is rampant in the U.S.— is also a prime risk category for the coronavirus. Additionally, there’s a… Source link

As President Joe Biden ramps up the country’s mass vaccination efforts, Krispy Kreme hopes to provide a sweet incentive for Americans to get a COVID-19 shot — a free glazed donut. Beginning Monday, customers who show a valid COVID-19 vaccination card at any U.S. Krispy Kreme can receive a free original glazed donut throughout the remainder of 2021. (Courtesy: Krispy Kreme Vaccine) The company is also offering up to four hours of paid time off to help “encourage and enable their COVID-19… Source link