Looming mushroom shortage could affect quick-service operators

Weather and energy costs have combined to tighten mushroom supplies, and that means prices are rising sharply.

NRA chair, Tinsley, says association drug plan possible.

In a Q&A, NRA chairman Ed Tinsley weighs in on smoking bans, death taxes and younger members.

Restaurant operators need young workforce, experts say

At the Mid-Atlantic Expo, the NRA Chairman and the Restaurant Doctor say it's time to pass on the responsibility to your crew.

McDonald's operator makes a splash with digital signage

Do colorful digital graphics enhance the in-store experience?

QSRs spray for pests, keep restaurants clean

Deliberate pest prevention measures in restaurants are essential, because one cockroach can equal 10,000 before you know it.

Restaurant operators are not prepared for a terrorist attack, experts say

Five years after 9/11, restaurants may be one of the country's most vulnerable targets.

Emerging Concept: Garlic Jim's Famous Gourmet Pizza

Filling the nationwide vacuum for speedy gourmet pizza delivery is the goal for 31-unit Garlic Jim's. The chain wants 500 pizza stores by 2013.

QSRs strive to provide prompt drive-thru service

Improving drive-thru efficiency should be at the top of every operator's to do list. For years, it's been the breadwinner for the quick-service restaurant. But…

The state of the Hot Dog Nation

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The top dog in ballpark food creates a stir in the QSR segment.

Commentary: Restaurant operators can help a fallen soldier's family

  Free food means a lot to the bereaved and to your brand.

Tribute Esther Snyder, In-N-Out co-founder, 86

The late restaurant chain president proved one person can make a difference.

Old-fashioned principles keep Chick-fil-A flying high

A strong company built on loyalty to employees need never go public, says Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy.

Search Marketing: The new, hip way to reach your target audience

Pizza operators enjoy good organic search traffic while QSRs face several obstacles.

QSR franchisees sue parent companies

Major QSR brands are facing several lawsuits from their franchise community.

Damage control

When a foodborne illness outbreak occurs at your restaurant, do you have a plan to handle it?

What shows are left?

From the Mid-Atlantic Expo to MUFSO, there's plenty of booth space left.

Arby's is thinking chicken

Chain became the first in the QSR segment to reach "natural" audience. Marketing campaign takes a stab at McDonald's and Wendy's.

Opinion: CSPI needs a reality check

Why did CSPI choose KFC?

Kiosks give SubWorks a boost in sales

by James Bickers — Editor, Networld Alliance

C-store concept has seen a 149-percent increase in sales since integrating touchscreen ordering kiosks.

Oils bring in the customers

QSRs are separating themselves in the marketplace with trans-fats-free cooking oils and by converting grease into fuel.