Dairy Queen promos S’mores Blizzard with ‘virtual campfire’

May 28, 2014

Dairy Queen’s summer signature S’mores Blizzard is back and to mark its return, the brand has launched a new interactive website, smoresong.com.

Report: Taste and cost continue to be gluten-free barriers for consumers

May 28, 2014

Although just 11 percent of U.S. households follow a gluten-free diet, about 25 percent of consumers believe that gluten-free is good for everyone, according…

Dunkin’ Donuts marks Global Donut Day with a freebie

May 28, 2014

Dunkin' Donuts will host its second annual Global Donut Day celebration June 6 by offering guests a free donut of their choice with the purchase of any…

Cold Stone Creamery launches 5 new summer offerings

May 28, 2014

Cold Stone Creamery has introduced five new Summertime Creation Sensations for a limited time. According to a news release, the line up includes Surrender…

McDonald’s Brazil launches team sandwiches for World Cup

May 28, 2014

The more than 800 McDonald’s restaurants in Brazil now feature special team sandwiches created in celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup Finals. Each…

White Castle spotlights food truck in new social media contest

May 28, 2014

White Castle has launched its #CraveMobile Contest, giving fans a chance to win a visit from its food truck — the Crave Mobile — and host a party for 50 of…

At 50, Chick-fil-A’s signature sandwich endures changing trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chick-fil-A’s VP of Product Strategy and Development said the chain's new grilled platform could be a game changer for QSR.

Wendy's franchisee provided with $35.5M credit facility for refinancing efforts

May 27, 2014

GE Capital’s Franchise Finance business announced today that it has provided $35.5 million in senior debt to Valenti Mid-South Management LLC, a Wendy’s…

Consumer feedback should directly influence menu launches

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Customers' tastes are more sophisticated than ever, and bland flavors won't do anymore.

McDonald’s automated cashier: Will it win with millennials?

by Jeff Fromm — Executive Vice President, Barkley

Using self-service kiosks will provide the chain with customer data to enable more personal engagement and purchasing suggestions.

Subway co-op selects PeopleMatter’s employee onboarding platform

May 27, 2014

Subway’s franchisee-owned purchasing cooperative, The Independent Purchasing Cooperative, has partnered with workforce talent management provider PeopleMatter…

Cousins Subs awards $14K to Wisconsin student-athletes

May 27, 2014

Milwaukee-based Cousins Subs awarded four high school seniors with $14,000 in scholarships as part of its second annual Wisconsin Sports Awards Scholarship…

Krispy Kreme plans free doughnut giveaway

May 27, 2014

To mark National Doughnut Day, June 6, Krispy Kreme U.S. and Canadian locations are offering a free doughnut of any variety, no purchase necessary.

Popeyes’ brings back most successful LTO ever

May 27, 2014

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen’s Chicken Waffle Tenders are back for a limited time. According to a news release, the tenders are the brand’s most successful LTO…

Baskin-Robbins plans Toronto growth spurt

May 27, 2014

Baskin-Robbins is seeking qualified candidates who are interested in owning and operating an ice cream shop in the Toronto market.

2014 Kitchen Innovation winners

More than 20 winners showcased energy-saving, time-saving equipment to help restaurant operators' bottom lines.

Villa Enterprises brings family of restaurants to New Orleans’ Riverwalk

May 23, 2014

Villa Enterprises has announced that four of its restaurant concepts – Villa Italian Kitchen, Green Leaf's,  Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt  and South…

Continued growth leads NRA to add fourth hall to annual show next year

May 23, 2014

The 95th annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and the co-located 7th annual International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event held…

McDonald’s issues quarterly cash dividend

May 23, 2014

Earlier this week, McDonald’s board approved a quarterly cash dividend of 81 cents per share of common stock, payable on June 16 to shareholders of record at…

Arby’s to showcase 13-hour brisket smoking in real-time ad

May 23, 2014

On May 24, Arby’s is going for the Guinness World Record for longest TV commercial ever aired as the brand showcases its smoked brisket offering.