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Long John Silver's dessert promo benefits Children's Miracle Network
October 8, 2013
Long John Silver's has introduced a month-long campaign to raise money for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, the brand's national charity partner.
read nowCulver's music theme remixed to benefit farm families
October 8, 2013
Hummingbird Productions, a producer of original music for advertising campaigns, has remixed the Culver's Restaurant theme music for a special program…
read nowRestaurant SmartBrief relaunches with NRA partnership
October 8, 2013
The National Restaurant Association has announced a partnership with digital publisher SmartBrief Inc. to relaunch the daily Restaurant SmartBrief e-newsletter.
read nowBojangles' kicks off master biscuit maker competition
October 8, 2013
Since 1977, Bojangles' made-from-scratch buttermilk biscuits have been the brand's signature breakfast item, with more than 2.7 billion served to date. This…
read nowBurger King named 'Official QSR Partner of the NCAA'
October 7, 2013
Burger King Corp. has entered a three-year partnership with CBS Sports and Turner Broadcasting System Inc. Through this partnership, the Burger King has been…
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QSR segment behind in digital gifting
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
QSRs are largely absent from the "world of digital gift cards" mostly due to the pervasive franchising model.
read nowOrganization petitions McDonald's to shut down HappyMeal.com
October 7, 2013
Another organization has created a campaign to get McDonald's to stop marketing toward kids. Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood drafted a letter…
read nowDunkin' Donuts adds more California franchisees
October 7, 2013
Dunkin' Donuts has announced the signing of a multistore development agreement with existing franchisees, Harry Patel and Parag Patel, to develop 18 new…
read nowDespite floods, Good Times sales continue double-digital growth
October 7, 2013
Good Times Restaurants Inc. reported that same-store sales increased 18.2 percent for its fiscal fourth quarter, the 13th consecutive quarter of increases.
read nowCousins Subs heads sponsorship of Special Olympics event
October 7, 2013
Cousins Subs restaurants, title sponsor of Special Olympics Minnesota's Annual Unified Flag Football Tournament, will donate 600 meals (consisting of a 5-inch…
read nowRoy Rogers brings back top-selling seasonal offering
October 7, 2013
Roy Rogers restaurants are bringing back theSteak N Cheese sandwich and pumpkin shake, along with its Wooden Nickel promotion.
read nowTim Hortons funds sustainable food management research
October 7, 2013
Tim Hortons, in partnership with the University of Guelph and the Campbell Centre for the Study of Animal Welfare, hosted an industry summit designed to…
read nowSplick-it to power Web, mobile app for No Kid Hungry
October 7, 2013
Splick-it Inc. has inked a deal to sponsor and be a technology partner with Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign to build a customized "Order Food, End…
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Fun and games: Why restaurant customers respond to gamification apps
Gamification elements, like points and feedback, make us want to continue participating and engaging with the brand.
read nowDunkin' Donuts signs new Northern Colorado franchisees
October 4, 2013
Dunkin' Donuts has signed a multi-unit store development agreement with new franchisees, Doug Patterson and Cameron Stapleton, to develop three restaurants…
read nowMcDonald's creates chief digital officer position
October 4, 2013
McDonald's Corporation has named Atif Rafiq to its newly created global role of chief digital officer, effective Oct. 21. Rafiq, 40, comes to McDonald's from…
read nowReport: Desserts making a comeback
October 4, 2013
The definition of dessert is broadening to include snack options inbetween meals, a trend which has led to the increase in dessert consumption. According to…
read nowChick-fil-A hosting family 'date night' in Houston
October 4, 2013
Chick-fil-A restaurants across the Houston area will host a "Date Night" for more than 4,000 families throughout the week of Oct. 7. The prince and…
read nowBojangles' raises $257K for Muscular Dystrophy Association
October 4, 2013
Bojangles' raised $257,500 for the Charlotte, N.C., chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association during its annual golf tournament held Sept. 30. According…
read nowNRA releases first-ever sustainability report
October 4, 2013
The National Restaurant Association announced the release of its first-ever sustainability report, which examines trends and initiatives within the restaurant…
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