Teamsters, Dunkin' Donuts distributor make progress in negotiations

July 5, 2010

Boston-based Teamsters Local 25 and Dunkin' Donuts' franchisee-owned distribution cooperative Northeast DCP made progress late last week on new contract…

Illinois Subway stores struggle to regain trust after salmonella outbreak

July 5, 2010

The nearly 50 Subway stores in central and northern Illinois that were part of an outbreak of a rare strain of salmonella are struggling to win customers back…

Dunkin' Donuts mixes up Coolatta offerings

July 5, 2010

First, Dunkin' Donuts asked customers to create their own donut. Now, the chain is asking for customer input on its Coolatta beverage line.

Researchers turn Tim Hortons cups into biofuel

July 5, 2010

Researchers at Canada's University of Manitoba have developed a new source for ethanol: Tim Hortons discarded coffee cups, according to CBC News. The…

Report finds U.S. McNuggets contain more calories, chemicals than in UK

July 5, 2010

The difference in ingredients in McDonald’s McNuggets by market is creating a media stir as well as an investigation in at least one country. In the United…

Jack in the Box intros Mini Funnel Cakes

July 1, 2010

Jack in the Box restaurants is bringing summer fun to its menu with the introduction of the Mini Funnel Cake, which is sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Burgerville hopes to inspire fans with YouTube channel

July 1, 2010

Burgerville has launched its own YouTube channel, Burgerville TV. Jeff Harvey, Burgerville president and CEO, is the host of the show, which uses the…

Baskin-Robbins kicks off summer, 65th birthday with LTO flavor

July 1, 2010

Baskin-Robbins is offering customers a chance to celebrate summertime fun this month — and its 65th birthday — during National Ice Cream Month. The celebration…

Opiniator: Text this customer experience survey

The CRM tool invites guests to rate the restaurant at the point of experience and provides real-time analytics for operators.

Arby’s to giveaway Junior Deluxe sandwiches July 5

July 1, 2010

To celebrate the red, white and blue, Arby's is offering its new Junior Deluxe sandwich free, with any drink purchase, on July 5.

Groupon and McClatchy Interactive form national partnership

July 1, 2010

Groupon has announced that it has signed a national agreement with The McClatchy Company to distribute exclusive content to McClatchy’s websites located in 2…

Trends in Eating Out: Hunker down, or exhale?

by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force

Nothing is more top of mind right now for those of us in the restaurant industry than the state of the economy.

I’d like the ‘green’ packaging please

by Kim Frankovich — VP of Sustainability, Solo Cup Company

I’m often asked by foodservice operators and consumers: What sustainable single-use foodservice products should I use to serve food and beverages? Which…

Carvel in Midst of Reimaging, Rebranding Programs

A Look at NexCen Brands

White Castle Offers Wedding Package

Inspired by a five-wedding marathon in Columbus, Ohio, last year, White Castle\

White Castle: Maintaining Relevance

White Castle Goes Fine Dining for Valentines Day

On Valentine’s Day, White Castle transforms into a fine dining restaurant for couples. This tradition started nearly 20 years ago in Minneapolis.

Top QSR Execs to Watch in 2009

Taco Bell Truck Connects with Fans