McDonald's Canada undergoes makeover

McDonald's Canada is investing about $1 billion to undertake its biggest store-by-store brand transformation in the company's 44-year Canadian history.

What’s the worst that could happen?

Back door security is one of the most serious breaches and most often violated of all security policies, assuming that such a policy exists.

KFC Canada spices up Zinger sandwich

October 6, 2011

KFC Canada is offering more zing on its premium Zinger chicken sandwiches, which now feature KFC's 2Hot4U spicy mayonnaise.

Pretzelmaker marking 20th anniversary with free bites

October 6, 2011

Pretzelmaker will mark its 20th anniversary by hosting a Birthday Bites celebration at participating stores across the country.

Wilson pitches return of Taco Bell's XXL Chalupa

October 6, 2011

Taco Bell has brought back its XXL Chalupa, offering consumers twice the seasoned beef as the Chalupa Supreme. The limited-time item includes nacho cheese…

Jack in the Box introduces mini cookies

October 6, 2011

Jack in the Box has added mini cookies to its dessert menu.

Subway to accept contactless payments in 2012

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

October 6, 2011

Announcement comes shortly after Subway begins testing mobile payment option.

McDonald's executive named to NRA board

October 5, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has added Steven Hilton, vice president of Government Relations for McDonald's Corporation, to its Board of Directors.

Taco Bell's Feed the Beat artists help #BeatHunger

October 5, 2011

Taco Bell's Feed the Beat artists are leveraging their social media networks to raise awareness and donations to end world hunger. The effort is part of Taco…

Tim Hortons plants flag in Middle East

October 5, 2011

Less than a month after opening a unit in Dubai, its first outside of North America, Tim Hortons has put plans into place for a much larger footprint in the…

Baskin-Robbins teams up with Kraft to fight hunger

October 5, 2011

Baskin-Robbins has teamed up with Kraft Foods to support the Feeding America campaign with an objective of donating 25 million meals to those in need.

Commentary: Ten lessons the restaurant industry can learn from Steve Jobs

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Innovator, visionary, entrepreneur always kept a focus on the customer.

A gluten-free pizza contest? Yes, it does exist

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Recently, I shared with you that I had the pleasure of attending the Florida Restaurant and Lodging show in Orlando last month. My time in Orlando was spent…

Subway continues partnership with The Biggest Loser

October 4, 2011

Subway Restaurants will continue its partnership with NBC and production company Reveille to highlight the brand during season 12 of The Biggest Loser, which…

Captain D's appoints local marketing leader

October 4, 2011

Captain D's has named Margo Mize as senior director of local store marketing.

Boston Dunkin' Donuts challenges guests with SCVNGR game

October 4, 2011

Through October, Dunkin' Donuts is teaming up with SCVNGR to celebrate the chain's new Chicken and Tuna Salad Deli Sandwich offerings. SCVNGR, an interactive…

EVOS forms corporate advisory board

October 4, 2011

Florida-based EVOS has formed its first Advisory Board, which will provide guidance to the chain's leadership team as it prepares and executes its next chapter…

NRA takes job message to Capitol Hill

October 4, 2011

The National Restaurant Association took its jobs message to Capitol Hill Tuesday, sharing with congressional staff the economic significance of tourism and…

Whataburger debuts new marketing campaign

October 4, 2011

Whataburger will launch an all-new marketing campaign during the week of Oct. 10, the chain's first new campaign in nine years.

Commentary: Digital menus create memorable drive-thru experience

Tips on how to use digital signage to boost drive-thru sales.