Hello Kitty gets a taste of Yogurtland

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brands' similar demographics and business philosophies inspire partnership.

NRA, Healthy Dining launch healthy menu initiative for kids

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Nineteen restaurant chains sign up as inaugural participants.

QSR displays: Why professional-grade smokes consumer TVs

A display expert explains why it's a mistake to ask consumer-grade TVs to do a pro's job.

Durbin Amendment final rule increases swipe-fee cap

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

The NRA and others have expressed disappointment with the last minute interchange cap fee increase, accusing the Fed of succumbing to the banks' and card…

Baskin-Robbins unveils new international design

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New elements include LCD menu screens, lounge-style seating and new dessert display cases.

Menu labeling doesn't have to be difficult (video)

PizzaMarketPlace Editor Cherryh Butler interviews Betsy Craig, owner of MenuTrinFo, about the importance of menu labeling.

Pop life: Doc Popcorn embarks upon aggressive expansion

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The kettle corn concept now has almost 30 units and more than 100 in development.

Pizza Executive Summit: 'It's hip to be Foursquare'

Social media was a hot topic this week at the Pizza Executive Summit in Chicago, where operators heard from a variety of professionals who use it to help grow…

Pizza Executive Summit: Growing your business with the 'Power of One'

Restaurants hoping to succeed in today's economic times must know who they are, what they are and where they are going, according to Kathleen Wood, a…

USDA: Why food commodity prices are rising

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Department's Economic Research Service report takes a look at reasons behind recent spikes.

Pizza Executive Summit: NRA VP gives 'The Washington Report'

Scott DeFife gives attendees an update on regulatory issues that could affect their businesses.  

Eight ways to build a mobile marketing platform

Although many restaurant operators have successfully leveraged mobile-marketing platforms, there are many more that are missing out. Here's a look at how to…

Profile: Subway’s original employee now a multi-unit operator

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Dick Pilchen created the chain's logo and color scheme, as well as many unusual marketing campaigns.

Webinar: Pinpointing the metrics that matter in growing sales

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Market Force-sponsored event highlights key factor in McDonald's dramatic turnaround.

Value reinvented: What the industry will teach us next

The trickle down effect has blurred foodservice-segment lines in regard to value with menu development becoming more focused on value-driven culinary platforms.

Edible Arrangements launches ‘To Go’ concept

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The new concept's quick-fix menu items, as well as high foot-traffic locations, fit into the competitive QSR space.

California law requires safety training for foodservice employees

Deadline for the state's 900,000 employees to be in compliance is July 1.

Green coffee: What's driving the increase?

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The recent increase in green coffee has its roots in many factors. Here's a look at a few reasons why.

PRSC: Using social media as recruitment, brand messaging tool

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Mary Ellen Slayter, senior editor of SmartBrief, led a panel discussion titled "Taking the Social Media Leap" at People Report's Summer Camp Workforce…

Commentary: Know when to sell your restaurant

Plan an 8-to-10-month timeline for a sale and make improvements accordingly.