News & Media
Podcast: Studying consumer psychology to create enticing restaurants
by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group
In episode #032 of the Social Restaurant Podcast, I welcome Geraldine Blanchot, co-founder of Pattern Pod.
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Wendy's recruits Molly Sims to promote new salads
March 20, 2014
Earlier this week, actress and model Molly Sims hosted a fashion event at a Wendy's restaurant in New York City, to kick off a new campaign that celebrates the…
read nowDunkin' Donuts signs multi-unit agreement for East Texas
March 20, 2014
Dunkin' Brands has signed a multiunit store development agreement with new franchise group, BG&E Investments, to develop five Dunkin' Donuts restaurants…
read nowWendy's introduces first-ever integrated cause marketing campaign
March 20, 2014
Wendy's is launching its first-ever national fully integrated cause marketing campaign to raise awareness for foster care adoption to help children find…
read nowVerifone, XPIENT partner for mobile payment solution for limited-service restaurants
March 20, 2014
VeriFone Systems Inc. and XPIENT Solutions have partnered to provide a payment-as a service solution for the limited-service restaurant market.
read nowChick-fil-A, Sonic receive high customer experience ratings
March 20, 2014
Chick-fil-A and Sonic Drive-In deliver the best customer experience in the QSR segment, according to the 2014 Temkin Experience Ratings. According to a news…
read nowKrispy Kreme revamps website
March 20, 2014
Krispy Kreme has launched a new online newsroom on its newly enhanced website at krispykreme.com.
read nowNRA Show 2014 keynote to feature a little Magic (Johnson)
March 20, 2014
Basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson has been selected to provide the keynote address at the 2014 National Restaurant Association Show May 18 at Chicago's…
read nowDunkin' Donuts promo highlights Liverpool Football partnership
March 20, 2014
Dunkin' Donuts has announced plans to introduce a special donut at select participating restaurants in July to celebrate the brand's partnership with Liverpool…
read nowDonper launches mobile app to train frozen yogurt operators
March 20, 2014
Donper America has introduced a customer-exclusive Android application that focuses on training and support for soft serve machine operators.
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Why the restaurant and retail industries should consider modular construction
by Greg Swistak
The construction method makes sense for hotels, shopping malls, airports, hospitals, dorms and more.
read nowRecruitment business, consulting firm partner to form one-stop shop for restaurant owners
March 20, 2014
Patrice & Associates, a recruiting partner in the restaurant industry, announced today its new partnership with consulting firm, One Management Solutions…
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Starbucks takes a jab at QSR coffee competitors
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Starbucks continues to lead in the mobile space, with 14 percent of in-store transactions coming from its payment app.
read nowRestaurant brands plan promotions for Whole Grain Sampling Day
March 19, 2014
Whole Grain Sampling Day is April 2, and restaurants, retailers, food manufacturers and more are hosting promotions and low-cost or no cost items for the…
read nowWebsite launched to solicit QSR employees' 'wage theft' stories
March 19, 2014
In light of the recent class action lawsuits brought against McDonald's for alleged wage theft, employees and allies in 33 cities staged a protest against the…
read nowGold Star Chili campaign focuses on vegetarian offerings
March 19, 2014
Gold Star Chili has shifted its marketing focus to its veggie chili variation of its signature Cincinnati-style 3-Way, as well as its full line of veggie chili…
read nowRussia experiences strong restaurant traffic growth
March 19, 2014
The foodservice markets of Russia, Great Britain and Australia experienced growth during Q4 2013, with Russia generating a 7-percent increase in visits, the…
read nowRita's hosts social media contests to mark spring's arrival
March 19, 2014
Rita's Italian Ice will celebrate its 22nd Annual First Day of Spring Free Italian Ice Giveaway March 20 with a photo contest.
read nowTCBY Yogurt, Mrs. Fields Cookies expand international footprints
March 19, 2014
Famous Brands International, parent company of TCBY Yogurt and Mrs. Fields Cookies, has announced a master franchise agreement that will bring 28 TCBY stores…
read nowKnouse Foods introduces new breakfast options
March 19, 2014
With breakfast sales increasing, Knouse Foods has introduced new morning daypart offerings for foodservice operators under its Lucky Leaf and Musselman's rands.
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