KFC franchisee deploys catering, online ordering solution

February 7, 2013

MonkeyMedia Software, a provider of turnkey catering and off-premise solutions for multiunit restaurant operators, has announced that KBP Foods, the…

Burger King U.S. perception not hit hard by UK 'horse meat' scandal

February 7, 2013

Despite the recent "horse meat" scandal in the United Kingdom, Burger King's consumer perception in the U.S. has remained relatively steady. According to…

Tim Hortons footing the bill for random customers

February 7, 2013

Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop will celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Week, Feb. 11-17, by picking up the bill for unknowing guests at the…

Rita's debuts marshmallow peanut butter flavor

February 7, 2013

Rita's Italian Ice has added a new Cream Ice flavor — Marshmallow Peanut Butter Cream Ice. Guests are invited to ask for a free sample at any Rita's location.

Krispy Kreme to roll out doughnuts made with Oreos

February 7, 2013

From Feb. 19 through April 21, Krispy Kreme will feature its new "Cookies and Kreme Doughnut," filled with Oreo-flavored cream filling and Oreo cookie pieces.

ShopKeep POS and LevelUp Launch Integrated Mobile Loyalty Platform for iPad POS

Simple, streamlined solution gives merchants ability to process mobile payments, drive loyalty, and manage their store right from an iPad® register.

Subway hones entrepreneurial skills through new virtual program

February 6, 2013

The concept is aimed at providing business lessons and possible opportunities to young would-be franchisees.

The return of factory life and pizza

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The return of jobs to America means restaurant sales should go up; take advantage of the pendulum's swing.

Tim Hortons creates 'How I Met Your Mother' inspired doughnut

February 6, 2013

Tim Hortons unveiled "The Priestley" on its Facebook and Twitter pages Tuesday, introducing fans to its new creation inspired by Jason Priestley's character…

Responsive web design: Restaurants' No. 1 competitive advantage

Visitors want more from your mobile website. More than 50 percent of those surveyed said they feel annoyed when they visit a website that is not mobile…

Growth in pork demand necessitates supply chain discipline

February 6, 2013

Rabobank has published a new research report on the global pork industry which states that as a result of continuing high feed costs, the key success factor…

Report: Demographic shift influencing food trends

February 6, 2013

A new market research report jointly published by Packaged Facts and CCD Innovation shows how the growth in the Hispanic and Asian populations is causing a…

Jersey Mike's Subs makes its Oregon debut

February 6, 2013

Jersey Mike's Subs today opened its first restaurant in the state of Oregon -- its 33rd market -- in Portland. The new restaurant is located in Cascade…

Arby's launches 'Fan of the Week' program

February 6, 2013

Arby's has launched a new program, "Arby's Fan of the Week," in honor of reaching its 2 millionth Facebook fan. As part of the program, the chain will randomly…

Dunkin' Donuts targets New Orleans

February 6, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts has signed a multiunit store development agreement with two franchise groups to develop 11 new restaurants throughout New Orleans within the…

Wincor installs new self-order solution at Spanish restaurant chain

February 6, 2013

The Spanish fast food chain Pans & Company has deployed self-service ordering technology from Wincor Nixdorf that aims to speed processes, improve service…

Yum! Brands: 'We underestimated China chicken supply investigation'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC's U.S. sales all finished the year on an upswing; Taco Bell will launch Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos in March.

Create Your Own App platform available for restauants

February 6, 2013

As more customers use their mobile devices for information, directions, take-out orders and reservations, restaurants using mobile apps to engage with their…

Quiznos gets redemption uptick from location-based mobile coupon test

February 5, 2013

Sense Networks, a provider of mobile ads based on mobile location and behavioral targeting data, today announced the completion of a mobile advertising…

Foodservice research firm finds sandwich concepts are popular

February 5, 2013

Sandleman & Associates, a California-based foodservice consumer research firm, has named its 2012 "Fast-Food Awards of Excellence" winners.