Breadcrumb launches new customer relationship features

October 10, 2013

Breadcrumb, owned by Groupon, has released several updates to its free point-of-sale app that help local merchants build deeper relationships with their…

Food Safety Forensics: New C.S.I. category

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Now, blame for food litigation is at the executive level, and criminal charges are common.

Yum! Brands CEO: 'Humbled by this year's performance'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Taco Bell franchisees gear for early 2014 breakfast rollout.

McDonald's partners with Portland Trail Blazers for 100-point promo

October 9, 2013

The Portland Trail Blazers and McDonald's have partnered on a new "100-Point Play" promotion for the next five seasons, the NBA team announced this week. Every…

Consumers want more vegetables on their menus

October 9, 2013

According to new research from Technomic, the total menu incidence of vegetables has increased by more than 11 percent in the past three years. Not only are…

Study: Middle market execs remain optimistic despite economic pressures

October 9, 2013

According to a new study from financial advisor CIT Group, middle market executives are expressing renewed optimism in their business prospects compared to a…

Pizza Hut, Burger King franchisee recognized with IFA diversity award

October 9, 2013

John C. Draper, president of Restaurant Operations for V&J Holdings Companies Inc., has been awarded the International Franchise Association's Ronald E.

Krispy Kreme plants flag in Singapore

October 9, 2013

A year after signing an agreement with Star360 Group, Krispy Kreme is set to open its first shop in Singapore on Oct. 12. Southeast Asia retailer Andy Chaw is…

Dunkin' Donuts rolls fans' social media posts into ad campaign

October 9, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts has launched a new ad campaign — called #mydunkin — that for the first time leverages its fans' social media content.

Bakery cafe category expected to grow over next 5 years

October 9, 2013

The Bakery Cafe industry is heating up as consumers warm to the idea of moderately priced, high-quality menu offerings, accrding to a new report from…

'How to' webinar on digital menu boards available for free download

October 9, 2013

Restaurants everywhere are converting their menu boards from static to digital with LCD displays. Whether it's the local coffee shop or the latest restaurant…

Mobile Websites Made Easy: Tips for Restaurant Operators

Mobile devices are quickly becoming the tool of choice to aid in dining decisions. A restaurant without a mobile website can be at a serious competitive…

Restaurant Association highlights industry's nutritional progress

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Eighty-six percent of consumers reported that restaurants offer more healthful options than they did two years ago.

5 ways to market your restaurant catering holiday program

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

The most valuable marketing tool available to you as a restaurant operator is your people; train them.

3 tips for responding to Yelp reviews

Sending a private message is like sending a personal email and is best used to thank patrons for writing a positive review.

Good Times adds Buffalo Wild Wings exec to lead franchising

October 8, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc. has named Bill McClintock as vice president of Franchise Development for Bad Daddy's Franchise Development LLC.

Krispy Kreme debuts retail coffee offering

October 8, 2013

Krispy Kreme announced today that its packaged ground coffee is now available at select Sam' s Club locations throughout the Southeast.

Report: Why most dining loyalty programs fail

October 8, 2013

Rewards Network has released a new report, "Why Most Dining Loyalty Programs Fail," that can be downloaded on the company's blog. The report focuses on six…

Wendy's sells 24 restaurants to franchisee in Seattle market

October 8, 2013

The Wendy's Company has announced the sale of all 24 of its Seattle company-operated restaurants, along with two future locations, to Cedar Enterprises Inc., a…

SSP America expands DTT surveillance partnership

October 8, 2013

DTT has announced an expanded partnership with SSP America's North American division. The relationship began in late 2011, and has continued to grow, with DTT…