News & Media
NRA names Metro Pizza founder 2014 convention chair
January 9, 2014
Sam Facchini, co-founder and co-owner of Metro Pizza, has been named by the National Restaurant Association as its convention chair for the 2014 National…
read nowLavu adds customization options to iPad POS system
January 9, 2014
Lavu iPad POS has added customization options tailored to the needs of hospitality businesses, the company said in a news release. New features include the…
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The CMO's paradox
by Jake Cohen — CEO Privy, Privy
Seventy-two percent of consumers feel that online promotions or emails they receive don't speak to their interests.
read nowNoshList integrates wait list app with Clover POS
January 8, 2014
NoshList has a new POS integration module for its wait list app that will allow restaurant operators to better manage their guest experience, the company said…
read nowMiddleby acquires steam cooking equipment manufacturer
January 8, 2014
The Middleby Corporation announced its acquisition of the assets of Market Forge Industries, a manufacturer of steam cooking equipment for the foodservice…
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QSRs jump on creative agency carousel
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Burger King is just one of a handful of QSRs shifting its creative duties around so far this year.
read nowWhataburger's Rutledge named as Bojangles' new CEO
January 8, 2014
Bojangles' Restaurants Inc. today announced that Clifton Rutledge will be the company's new CEO effective Jan. 24. Rutledge joins Bojangles' from Texas-based…
read nowSonic adds salsa verde to breakfast options
January 8, 2014
Sonic Drive-In has introduced new limited-time breakfast offerings: the Salsa Verde Breakfast Burrito and the Salsa Verde Breakfast Toaster sandwich. Made with…
read nowRita's adds sugar-free Dragonfruit Ice
January 8, 2014
Rita's Italian Ice has added Sugar-Free Dragonfruit Ice, which is now available for a limited time at all participating outlets. The new flavor joins Rita's…
read nowKFC U.S. appoints new general manager
January 8, 2014
Yum! Brands Inc. announced it has appointed Jason Marker, 43, as general manager of its KFC business in the U.S., effective immediately. According to a news…
read nowCIC Partners adds Pizza Hut Co-op exec as operating partner
January 8, 2014
CIC Partners, a middle market private equity firm, has added Sam Khoury to its team as an operating partner in residence.
read nowWhataburger promotes two executives
January 8, 2014
Whataburger has announced the promotion of two executive team members.
read nowVivonet kiosk offers self-order solution for restaurants
January 8, 2014
Vivonet Acquisitions Ltd. announced the addition of a consumer self-ordering solution to its cloud POS product line. The Vivonet Kiosk is a restaurant-branded…
read nowGood Times breakfast sales drive double-digit growth in Q1
January 8, 2014
Good Times Restaurants Inc. announced that its same-store sales increased 17.4 percent for Q1. This marks the 14th consecutive quarter of same-store sales…
read nowMcDonald's commits to sustainable beef supply starting in 2016
January 8, 2014
McDonald's announced on its website this week that it will begin purchasing verified sustainable beef in 2016. In transition, the company said it will "listen…
read nowLong John Silver's rolls out Dippin' Fish Strips
January 8, 2014
Long John Silver's has added Dippin' Fish Strips to the menu. The new, portable offering features the company's signature batter dipped fish, according to a…
read now'Worlds first burrito kiosk' arrives in LA
January 8, 2014
A newly-built gas station in Los Angeles has become the first location to house a burrito vending machine dubbed Burrito Box.
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Sonic turns to technology to enhance personalized service
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
A deep product pipeline has allowed the brand to better compete with fast casual restaurants, execs say.
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Podcast: Don Fox on building brands
by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group
In episode #021 of the Social Restaurant Podcast, I talk with Don Fox, Chief Executive Officer of Firehouse Subs, a 19-year-old concept with over 70…
read nowBenetrends launches fund to fuel franchise growth
January 7, 2014
Benetrends has announced the creation of a new proprietary $100 million franchise financing program that was created to help International Franchise…
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