Boomers add restaurant occasions while Millennials cut back

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Research shows Boomers increasing their share of restaurant traffic in recent years, with Millennials decreasing theirs.

Distributed marketing empowers franchisees and sustains brand integrity

With a distributed marketing model, the local QSR has access to designs created by corporate marketers, and have a greater ability to customize these pieces to…

Subway has top consumer engagement on Facebook

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New research from social media analytics provider Track Social also unveils a strong social presence for McDonald's, Starbucks.

How one QSR brand is taking advantage of the c-store resurgence

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Blimpie has revamped its business model to fit larger, more foodservice-focused convenience stores.

The right prescription: Mobile payments go digital (commentary)

Mobile payments, like all new technologies, "need to be more like painkillers (must-haves), than vitamins (nice-to-haves)."

Restaurants surveyed for 2013 food trend predictions

Vegetables are expected to take on a starring role for a change.

Burger King adds chicken nuggets, six other items

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

After a busy 2012, Burger King has introduced another wave of new menu items including chicken nuggets, which have been added permanently.

Single-serve coffee generates readers' interest in 2012

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

QSR segment was busy this year with menu rollouts and creative marketing campaigns.

Dessert destinations: An opportunity for fast casual or only QSRs?

Fast casuals should do what they do best to conquer the dessert market — customize.

QSRs finish the year strong with menu rollouts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

According to Technomic research, November has the highest percentage of new product launches.

Commentary: Visual content tops 2013 restaurant marketing trends

Cause marketing is also a major focus for brand differentiation, as customers seek out establishments that help the community.

New book describes hardships of running a Western concept in China

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Former master franchisee of Auntie Anne's Pretzels writes about the obstacles he faced that "will make anyone in business laugh, cringe and think twice about…

Fiscal Cliff stagnation holding back pace of franchise growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

According to a franchise business leader survey, 31 percent of franchisees and 20 percent of franchisors plan to cut jobs to get under the Affordable Care…

Experts weigh in on emerging restaurant trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Look for visual marketing plans, mobile engagement and daypart expansion in the New Year.

Restaurant brands rank high on Entrepreneur's 2013 franchise list

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The results of this year's list show that franchising is on the upswing after several tough years.

What to expect in the quick-service segment in 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile initiatives will pick up in the New Year, and so will competition from other segments.

Top 2012 (non-menu) stories for the QSR segment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Intensified competition has been driven by comprehensive rebranding efforts.

2012 QSR menu trends were all over the map

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

From bacon sundaes to barbecue sandwiches, this year pushed the innovation envelope.

Free webinar includes tips on avoiding customer data breaches

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

The average cost of a data breach for non-PCI compliance is $80,000.

National Restaurant Association predicts 2013 menu trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Locally-sourced meats and produce and children's nutrition continue to be big focuses for restaurants.