Subway recognizes Summit Group Communications' markets

February 22, 2013

At the annual Subway Team Operations Marketing & Planning (STOMP) Summit, Subway restaurants recognized 10 of 202 markets for their success and leadership…

New app puts restaurant customers in control of music

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Roqbot allows customers to select the music played while they eat.

Experts warn of impending food price increases

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Effects of the 2012 summer drought and a possible sequester are expected to contribute to trend.

Krispy Kreme adds seasonal flavor to retail line

February 21, 2013

For a limited time only, Krispy Kreme has added strawberry mini cake doughnuts to its Krispy Juniors line. Strawberry Krispy Juniors are available in 12-ounce…

Manufacturer releases financing options to spur froyo franchise growth

February 21, 2013

Donper America has new flexible financing options designed to assist frozen yogurt franchise companies grow and expand their brands, Scott Amico, vice…

Cold Stone, Tim Hortons roll out Academy Awards-inspired treats

February 21, 2013

Cold Stone Creamery and Tim Hortons co-branded units in Canada now feature the Oscar Signature ice cream creations lineup, inspired by Sunday's Academy Awards.

Taco Bueno adds sports arena location to portfolio

February 21, 2013

Two Taco Bueno concession stands opened for business this week inside the American Airlines Center in Dallas, just in time for an NBA game between the Dallas…

Wendy's marketing initiatives earn innovation award

February 21, 2013

For the third consecutive year, The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) has recognized four foodservice chain operators through the COEX…

El Pollo Loco enhances website for mobile platforms

February 21, 2013

El Pollo Loco has unveiled its newly redesigned website — ElPolloLoco.com. The site, which is also accessible on mobile devices and tablets, features enhanced…

Report: Indian QSR market expected to grow 30% by 2015

A younger population, higher rate of urbanization, larger disposable incomes, higher protein consumption, increased participation of women in the workforce…

Taco John's raises $50K for wounded soldiers organization

February 21, 2013

Taco John's raised $50,000 during this year's Nachos Navidad holiday promotion. The money will go toward this year's charity of choice, the Yellow Ribbon Fund…

George Washington couldn’t lie. Honesty is still the best communication policy with customers.

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

Legend has it that when George Washington’s father asked him whether he’d chopped down his cherry tree, young Washington said, “I cannot tell a lie, I did it…

Breadcrumb adds inventory management, expanded features for delivery

February 20, 2013

Breadcrumb, owned by Groupon, has updated its iPad point-of-sale app for restaurants and bars. Breadcrumb 1.4 makes it easier for businesses to keep track of…

IFA names QSR executive as new chairman

February 20, 2013

Steve Romaniello, CFE, chairman of FOCUS Brands and managing director of Roark Capital Group in Atlanta, has been named the new chairman of the International…

Yum! Brands named diversity award winner at IFA convention

February 20, 2013

Louisville, Ky.-based Yum! Brands Inc. has received the International Franchise Association's Ronald E. Harrison Award for its accomplishments in diversity and…

2013 Kitchen Innovations award recipients named

February 20, 2013

The National Restaurant Association today announced the recipients of the 2013 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Awards, which recognizes promising and cutting-edge…

How social media can take your brand to the next level

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Eat Drink Promote founder outlined the Four Pillars of Social Media at NAPICS, said Google+ will be big in five years.

Franchising industry shows improvement in January

February 20, 2013

The Franchise Business Index (FBI), an index of the economic health of the U.S. franchising industry, increased by 0.7 percent in January as nearly all…

NRA's Public Affairs Conference set for April

February 20, 2013

An expected 500 restaurateurs from across the country will convene in Washington, D.C., April 17-18 for the National Restaurant Association's 27th annual…

McDonald's creates brand and strategy officer position

February 20, 2013

McDonald's former global brand officer Kevin Newell has been moved to a newly-created brand and strategy officer position.