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Hardee's® welcomes back a fan-favorite menu item and launches a soon to be favorite

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardee's heard hungry fans loud and clear. Back by popular demand, please welcome Hardee's Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuit to the menu. Removed from the menu in 2002 with comeback moments over the years, a long-standing favorite, these buttery, cinnamon swirl biscuits with juicy, tart raisins are making an official return for the first time in 20 years and will be available now through January 2. 

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  • Back by popular demand, please welcome Hardee's Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuit to the menu.
  • Candied Bacon will be making its Hardee's menu debut for a limited time beginning November 1, at participating locations.
  • "Bringing back the Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuit due to popular demand is a great example of the community that surrounds Hardee's.
  • We hope Candied Bacon generates the same ravenous fan base as our guests enjoy its savory goodness."

Hardee's Names Tony Robinson as the 2023 Biscuit Baker Competition Champion

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardee's®, known for its famous Made From Scratch™ biscuits, announced Tony Robinson as the winner of its Biscuit Baker Competition during the annual Independent Hardee's Franchisee Association (IHFA) Conference. Hardee's biscuits are a timeless hallmark of the restaurant's dedication in the kitchen, and this year's winner represents the passion that goes into every early morning batch of biscuits.

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  • As a biscuit baker for 11 years, Robinson from Norfolk, VA excelled through three rounds of competition to be crowned the champion
    FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardee's®, known for its famous Made From Scratch™ biscuits, announced Tony Robinson as the winner of its Biscuit Baker Competition during the annual Independent Hardee's Franchisee Association (IHFA) Conference.
  • Robinson, from Norfolk, VA, was one of four finalists from across the brand who competed in the final round of competition in St. Petersburg, FL to be named the "2023 Biscuit Baker Competition Champion" and win the grand prize of $10,000.
  • The competition started in September, with Biscuit Bakers competing locally at more than 1,700 restaurants across the U.S. After rigorous competition among company and franchisees' restaurants, local winners advanced to regional competitions, with four finalists competing in the national competition.
  • Tony Robinson, from Norfolk, VA, has been a Hardee's biscuit baker for 11 years.

CARL'S JR.® AND HARDEE'S® INTRODUCE NEW PHILLY CHEESESTEAK MENU PLATFORM

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Carl's Jr. and Hardee's are releasing a new menu platform inspired by the city of Brotherly Love -- Philadelphia. The all-new Philly Cheesesteak menu platform combines the iconic Philly Cheesesteak flavor and toppings with the brands' charbroiled burger and breakfast burrito, available to consumers nationwide.

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  • The all-new Philly Cheesesteak menu platform combines the iconic Philly Cheesesteak flavor and toppings with the brands' charbroiled burger and breakfast burrito, available to consumers nationwide.
  • The menu platform also features a Philly Cheesesteak Breakfast Burrito which includes scrambled eggs, thinly sliced ribeye, fire roasted onions and peppers and melty cheese served in a warm flour tortilla.
  • "With this latest launch, we're bringing the flavor many know and love from the iconic Philly Cheesesteak in two unique product offering forms.
  • Carl's Jr. and Hardee's Philly Cheesesteak Breakfast Burrito and Philly Cheesesteak Angus Thickburger will be available beginning on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at locations nationwide.

Hardee's® Celebrates Valentine's Day with the Return of Heart Shaped Biscuits filled with a New Cherry Flavor

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nothing says love like Made from Scratch™ Biscuits! Just in time for Valentine's Day, Hardee's is bringing back fan-favorite Heart Shaped Biscuits and introducing a tart twist with the new Cherry Filled Biscuit. Both will be available for a limited time in February at participating Hardee's restaurants during regular breakfast hours.

Key Points: 
  • Just in time for Valentine's Day, Hardee's is bringing back fan-favorite Heart Shaped Biscuits and introducing a tart twist with the new Cherry Filled Biscuit.
  • Both will be available for a limited time in February at participating Hardee's restaurants during regular breakfast hours.
  • Heart Shaped Biscuits will be available Feb. 11-14 and can be ordered individually or added onto any breakfast menu offering.
  • Cherry Filled Biscuits will be available Feb. 8 - March 14 and can be ordered individually for $2.99 or as part of a combo for $4.99.

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Adds Industry Leader to Team

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the beloved brand known for its delicious Italian Ice and Frozen Custard treats, has added Mark Jenkins as Vice-President of Marketing, bringing his years of brand management experience and consumer behavior expertise to the iconic franchise brand.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the beloved brand known for its delicious Italian Ice and Frozen Custard treats, has added Mark Jenkins as Vice-President of Marketing, bringing his years of brand management experience and consumer behavior expertise to the iconic franchise brand.
  • In his new role, Jenkins will lead the development, implementation and performance of Rita's consumer marketing.
  • Our passion is to create amazing experiences for our guests through our unmatched Italian Ice and frozen custard."
  • Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is actively looking to grow with business minded individuals, who are passionate about the brand and are active members of their community.

Hardee's Crowns Amber Burgess as the Winner of 2022 Hardee's Biscuit Baker Competition

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardee's®, known for its famous Made From Scratch™ biscuits, announced Amber Burgess as the winner of the Biscuit Baker Competition during its annual IHFA Conference Celebration Dinner. Amber was one of four finalists from all over the company system who competed in the final round of competition at Hardee's headquarters in Franklin, TN. The finalists competed to be named the "2022 Biscuit Baker Challenge Champion" and for a Grand Prize of $10,000.

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  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardee's, known for its famous Made From Scratch biscuits, announced Amber Burgess as the winner of the Biscuit Baker Competition during its annual IHFA Conference Celebration Dinner.
  • The finalists competed to be named the "2022 Biscuit Baker Challenge Champion" and for a Grand Prize of $10,000.
  • "Hardee's is known for our iconic Made From Scratch Biscuits and it's wonderful to recognize Amber Burgess as our top biscuit maker for 2022," said CEO of CKE Restaurants Ned Lyerly.
  • Amber is originally from Virginia, so of course, her favorite Biscuit is the Sausage Biscuit.

Hardee's Partners with Southern Grist Brewing To Create Strawberry Biscuit Ale Inspired By Beloved Made from Scratch Biscuits™

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheers! Hardee's®, known for its famous Made From Scratch Biscuits, is now working with the local brewery Southern Grist to bring you even more moments of indulgence with an unexpected brew.

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  • Hardee's , known for its famous Made From Scratch Biscuits, is now working with the local brewery Southern Grist to bring you even more moments of indulgence with an unexpected brew.
  • Infused with 200 pounds of savory biscuits that have been perfected for decades, this full-bodied, cream ale incorporates delicious hints of strawberry jam and buttermilk.
  • With this epic launch by Southern Grist consumers can enjoy their Hardee's Made from Scratch Biscuits all day long, whether indulging in their favorite breakfast menu items from Hardee's in the morning or sipping Strawberry Biscuit Ale from Southern Grist anytime, day or night.
  • Strawberry Biscuit Ale will only be available at the Southern Grist Brewing Co. Taproom in Nashville, Tenn. and via shipping by Southern Grist in select markets nationwide to residents aged 21+.

CKE Restaurants Selects PAR Technology’s Punchh® for Customer Loyalty and Engagement

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Previously, CKE Restaurants Holdings selected PARs Brink POS software for their corporate-owned restaurants and have been a longtime PAR hardware customer as well.

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  • Previously, CKE Restaurants Holdings selected PARs Brink POS software for their corporate-owned restaurants and have been a longtime PAR hardware customer as well.
  • CKE rolled out Punchh's enhanced loyalty solution in phases to fully support both the Carl's Jr. and Hardee brands.
  • Additionally, Punchhs loyalty technology integrates directly into CKE s unified digital commerce tech stack, which includes the Olo ordering platform for online ordering and delivery.
  • With the recent acquisition of Punchh Inc., leading SaaS based customer loyalty and engagement solutions provider, PAR has become a Unified Commerce Cloud Platform for Enterprise Restaurants.

Hardee's and Carl's Jr. on a Mission to "Feed Your Happy" With All-New My Rewards™ Loyalty Program

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CKE Restaurants, Inc., parent company of Hardee's® and Carl's Jr.®, announced today the debut of My Rewards, a new loyalty program available through its recently launched brand apps putting the most popular menu items just a few taps away. The program is now available nationally at participating Hardee's and Carl's Jr. restaurants.

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  • Upon registration for My Rewards, guests will receive an offer for a choice of one free Western Bacon Cheeseburger, Famous Star or Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich with purchase.
  • Members will also have access to exclusive offers, such as 10 percent off their digital order, BOGOs and other surprises throughout the year.
  • Users can use the app's order ahead and delivery features for My Rewards offerings, making Hardee's and Carl's Jr. easier to access than ever before.
  • Additional information regarding the terms and conditions of the My Rewards program is available at https://hardees.com/myrewards and https://carlsjr.com/myrewards .

CKE Restaurants Names Industry Veteran as Senior Vice President, Hardee's Operations

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. (CKE), owner, operator and franchisor of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, announced the appointment of Eric Wyatt as Senior Vice President, Hardee's Operations.

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  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. (CKE), owner, operator and franchisor of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, announced the appointment of Eric Wyatt as Senior Vice President, Hardee's Operations.
  • Wyatt will oversee company and franchise domestic operations for more than 1,750 locations in the Southern and Midwestern United States.
  • CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. ("CKE") is a privately held company based in Franklin, Tennessee.
  • Restaurants LLC and Hardee's Restaurants LLC have over 3,800 franchised or company-operated restaurants in 44 states and 43 foreign countries and U.S. territories.