McDonald’s ‘I’m Lovin’ It’ architect leaving company

September 5, 2014

McDonald’s chief creative officer, Marlena Peleo-Lazar, is leaving the company after 14 years. According to Crain’s Chicago Business, Peleo-Lazar has been a…

Delphi to launch drive-thru speed of service optimization solution

September 5, 2014

Delphi Display Systems Inc. will unveil two new technologies specifically geared toward the QSR industry at FSTEC later this month in New Orleans.

Using big data to get a big mobile strategy in place

Operators can now collect valuable information about their customers, find micro segments, create predictive analytics, and pass that value on.

Striking QSR employees plan to bring minimum wage protests on global tour

September 4, 2014

Dozens of arrests have been made today in various cities across the country, as workers continue to walk off their jobs in demand of higher wages.

More part-time work? Training younger workers to expect less

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

A majority of younger job seekers say having a flexible work schedule is most attractive characteristic of a company.

Taco John's intros Mexican Donut Bites

September 4, 2014

Taco John's has added Mexican Donut Bites to the menu, per the request of its customers.

Del Taco adds three made-to-order bowls to menu

September 4, 2014

Del Taco has added three new Fresca Bowls to the menu.

Marble Slab, MaggieMoo's launch customer rewards app

September 4, 2014

Marble Slab Creamery and MaggieMoo's Ice Cream & Treatery announced the launch of a new app, Slab Happy. The app is free and offers customers rewards such…

Dairy Queen spotlights apple and pumpkin pie flavors

September 4, 2014

Dairy Queen has introduced the new Apple Pie Blizzard Treat as its September Blizzard of the Month, as well as the return of the Pumpkin Pie Blizzard Treat.

Jack in the Box names Denny’s exec as president

September 4, 2014

Jack in the Box Inc. today announced that Frances Allen will join the company as president of the Jack in the Box restaurant brand, effective Oct. 27.

Cold Stone Creamery plans Central America debut

September 4, 2014

Cold Stone Creamery announced it will enter Central America with the first store planned for El Salvador in Q4

Cinnabon partners with Pillsbury to extend experience at home

September 4, 2014

Pillsbury and Cinnabon Inc. have partnered to introduce the new Cinnabon Bakery Inspired Cinnamon Rolls at retail outlets.

Popeyes’ promotes Munoz to CMO position

September 4, 2014

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen today announced that Hector Munoz, VP of Marketing, has been promoted to VP and CMO – U.S.

Hardee’s franchisee foots the bill for high school athletic tickets

September 4, 2014

Hardee's franchise restaurants throughout North Carolina have teamed up with Huddle Inc. to launch an initiative aimed at helping high schools throughout the…

Almond milk now available at select Dunkin' Donuts

September 4, 2014

Dunkin’ Donuts has partnered with Blue Diamond Growers to add almond milk to its menu as a non-dairy alternative to milk and cream for guests to add to their…

Five steps to creating a successful catering platform

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

Having a plan is crucial to the success of catering within your organization, and it includes timelines, teams, locations, the menu and marketing.

Clorder launches online ordering site to help restaurants raise charitable donations

September 3, 2014

Clorder Inc., a developer of cloud-based food ordering solutions, has launched a new website that helps raise funds for charities from placing restaurant…

Taco Bell’s new sauce packets get sassy

September 3, 2014

Taco Bell has introduced new sauce packets for all four of the brand’s sauces. The packets feature 12 personal wisdoms (48 total) aimed at providing a…

Subway taps into CrossFit craze with new ad campaign

September 3, 2014

Subway has launched its new fall marketing campaign, now featured in TV spots, called “Crop Fit.” The campaign pulls from the CrossFit trend with a…

Subway taps into CrossFit craze with new ad campaign

September 3, 2014

Subway has launched its new fall marketing campaign, now featured in TV spots, called “Crop Fit.” The campaign pulls from the CrossFit trend with a…