WOW Deal debuts BOGO mobile coupon solution

June 30, 2009

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — WOW Deal has launched a new mobile coupon service with a nationwide rollout of July 1.   WOW Deal delivers "buy one, get one free" mobile…

McDonald's revises smoothies, specialty drinks launch

Industry expert sees the trial as a sign frozen beverages are now mainstream.

NRA reports restaurant industry outlook falls slightly

June 29, 2009

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The outlook for the restaurant industry was dampened somewhat in May, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of…

Tim Hortons, Cold Stone extend co-branding to New York

June 29, 2009

DUBLIN, Ohio — Tim Hortons Inc. will continue its co-branding test with Cold Stone Creamery by opening three New York Cold Stone locations, the company has…

Hardee's launches donut-hole inspired biscuit treats

June 29, 2009

ST. LOUIS — Hardee's is adding a sweet addition to its line of Made From Scratch biscuits — Biscuit Holes. Rolled in cinnamon and sugar and served with icing…

Jumptap creates mobile ad campaign for Hardee's new Biscuit Holes

June 29, 2009

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Jumptap has launched a mobile advertising campaign for Hardee's new Biscuit Holes. The Hardee's campaign will deliver geo-targeted…

Marble Slab opens 50th store in Canada

June 29, 2009

NEW YORK  — NexCen Brands Inc. has opened the 50th Marble Slab Creamery franchised store in Canada , the company has announced. The store opened under an…

McDonald's to sue third party in cell phone photo suit

June 29, 2009

The Morning News (Fayetteville, Ark.): McDonald's Corp. has received permission to sue a third party in a lawsuit over nude pictures of a woman that ended up…

Long John Silver's intros Baja Fish Taco with giveaway

June 29, 2009

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Long John Silver's is launching its new Baja Fish Tacos with a food giveaway, the company has announced. Participating Long John Silver's…

The SteriStation hand-sanitization kiosk

A look at SteriLyfe's SteriStation kiosk, which is made from lightweight, recyclable plastic and can withstand more than 5,000 uses. The kiosk offers free hand…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's sign digital creative agency

June 28, 2009

LOS ANGELES — 72andSunny, creative agency for worldwide brands such as Nike, Discovery Channel, 2K Sports and Quiksilver, has announced that it has won the…

Dunkin' Donuts signs Kansas City multiunit agreement

June 28, 2009

CANTON, Mass. — Dunkin' Donuts has signed a multiunit store development agreement with Verona Key LLC for multiple restaurants in Greater Kansas City, the…

KFC asks fans to vote on need for second pitchman

June 28, 2009

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — KFC is inviting consumers to vote on whether the company should add a second icon alongside Colonel Sanders to represent its new Kentucky…

Tim Hortons to reorganize as Canadian public company

June 28, 2009

OAKVILLE, Ontario — Tim Hortons Inc. has announced the company has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the company's proposed…

Taco Bell kicks off first cinema ads

June 28, 2009

NEW YORK — Taco Bell has debuted its first cinema advertising, promoting its "Why Pay More" campaign to push nine menu items priced at 79 cents, 89 cents and…

Atlanta-based QSRs outline R&D trends

June 28, 2009

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: The directors of test kitchens for several Atlanta-based quick-service brands have shared upcoming trends in menu items. Trends…

Burger King Stacker 'transforms' in movie tie-in promo

June 28, 2009

MIAMI — To celebrate the movie premiere of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Burger King has announced the transformation of the BK Stacker into the BK BBQ…

How soda pricing is affecting QSR sales

Coca-Cola study finds increases in price have affected total check average.

Carl's Jr. to offer in-store media in 133 stores

June 25, 2009

DALLAS — Indoor Direct Inc. has announced that it has signed an agreement with Carl's Jr. to bring its restaurant digital TV network to 133 locations.   The…

Dairy Queen to feature Girl Scouts Tagalongs Blizzard

June 25, 2009

MINNEAPOLIS — Dairy Queen is introducing the first-ever Girl Scouts Tagalongs Peanut Butter Patties Blizzard, slated as the Blizzard of the month for July, the…