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Long John Silver's names HMSHost exec as COO
December 9, 2013
Long John Silver's has named Joseph Lutz as chief operating officer. He will oversee both the Operations and Development teams and report to CEO Mike Kern.
read nowCulver's invites fans to pay-it-forward as Secret Santa
December 9, 2013
From now through Dec. 13, Culver's is hosting "Merry Mixers," an online promotion inviting guests to play Secret Santa. As part of the campaign, guests…
read nowNPC International closes on Wendy's acquisition
December 9, 2013
NPC International Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of 53 Wendy's restaurants for $30.4 million.
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Technology plays a big part in the fight for food safety
Automating the HACCP temperature recording process with remote monitors maintains food and storage temps at all times.
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Podcast: How to make your restaurant marketing 'go viral'
by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group
In episode #017 of the Social Restaurant Podcast, I talk with Jonah Berger, professor at the Wharton School of Business and author of the New York Times…
read nowUrbanspoon creates list of 10 restaurant industry secrets
December 6, 2013
Urbanspoon has released a list of 10 facts that it said are kept secret from consumers by the restaurant industry.
read nowAsian Americans a growth opportunity for businesses, Nielsen finds
December 6, 2013
Nielsen announced the release of its "Significant, Sophisticated and Savvy: The Asian American Consumer 2013 Report," which offers a look into the purchasing…
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Does your mobile app have these 6 must-have features?
by Jess Taylor — CEO, Blue Rocket
What top mobile app features drive profitable customer behavior? No matter what you answer, all features should make connecting with the consumer easier and…
read nowTaco John's delivers donations to Colorado flood victims
December 6, 2013
To help victims of the Colorado flood that hit three months ago, Taco John's units throughout that state and Wyoming, donated $1 dollar from every order to…
read nowPollo Loco adds shredded Beef, Mexican S'Mores
December 6, 2013
El Pollo Loco unveiled a new line-up of limited-time only, hand-crafted entrees featuring shredded beef that are available in three varieties: Torta, Grande…
read nowMcDonald's units remain open despite 'rallies'
December 6, 2013
Amidst the widespread QSR employee walk-out Thursday, McDonald's released the following statement:
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Pop-Tart Gone Nutty innovation?
by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting
The term 'innovation' has become a marketing buzzword instead of a reflection upon true creativity.
read nowC-store penetration rebounds while visit frequency dips
December 5, 2013
Less volatile gas prices, along with discount, rewards and loyalty retailer programs, attributed to a rebound in c-store penetration in the quarter ending in…
read nowNRA to hold inaugural Restaurant Finance Summit
December 5, 2013
The National Restaurant Association will host its inaugural Restaurant Finance Summit during NRA Show 2014 at Chicago's McCormick Place. The event will bring…
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Christmas – Kids and hackers love this time of year
by Brad Cyprus — Chief of Security and Compliance, Vendor Safe Technologies
When people think of Christmas, most of them imagine family gatherings and good times. We often forget that from the end of Thanksgiving to the beginning of…
read nowCoffee is key to breakfast daypart opportunities
December 5, 2013
Technomic has published its Breakfast Consumer Trend Report to help foodservice executives understand the latest behaviors, preferences and attitudes of…
read nowCarl's Jr.-branded boxers now for sale
December 5, 2013
Fans of CKE Restaurants' Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands can now show off their loyalty in an intimate way. According to Media Post, white, branded boxers with…
read nowCongressional Dems, President call for higher wages as QSR strikes grow
December 5, 2013
Quick-service employees in more than 100 cities across the country have walked off their jobs today, as part of a protest that began before sunrise at many…
read nowMcDonald's Canada expands Poutine offering
December 5, 2013
McDonald's Canada has launched Poutine across the country. The dish was first introduced in Quebec more than a decade ago and has been requested by customers…
read nowAuntie Anne's hosts entrepreneurial forum for teens
December 5, 2013
Auntie Anne's has teamed up with The First Tee, an international youth development organization, to host a Leaders & Entrepreneurs Forum focusing on the…
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