East Coast Wings develops QSR prototype

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In a report issued July 20, the NPD Group stated that QSR unit counts are down 1 percent within the past year.

Buzzworthy ... or just "buzzare"?

by Lori Walderich — CMO, Top That! Pizza

A friend of mine owns cats. She says they’ve never made any noise as horrible as that emitting from the creatures she calls Quiznos Kitties of the Damned…

Jack in the Box offers a break from typical breakfasts

August 2, 2010

Jack in the Box has added an unusual twist to its already noncomforming breakfast menu.

Smuckers raises cost of Dunkin' Donuts coffee

August 2, 2010

It may cost a bit more to get that morning boost, as J.M. Smucker Co. announced it has upped the cost on most of its coffee sold in the United States.

KFC continues international growth in Malaysia

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August 2, 2010

KFC Holdings, the franchisee of the Kentucky Fried Chicken chain of restaurants in Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, has announced that it will continue to…

N.C. convenience stores buying Dunkin' Donuts franchise licenses

August 2, 2010

Grabbing a signature Dunkin' Donut in North Carolina is about to get a little more convenient.

KFC franchisees get a boost from registry listing

August 2, 2010

KFC Corp. has been added to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Franchise Registry, a list of franchise systems that have had their agreements…

How Coca-Cola's mobile credit campaign could change QSR

By Gary Schwartz

Stevi B's snags Arby's marketing alum

Stevi B's Pizza has announced that Allyson K. Smith has been named chief marketing officer for the brand. In this position, Smith will lead all strategic brand…

Taco Bell's menu additions inspired by authenticity

August 1, 2010

Taco Bell's menu expands today, with the introduction of its Cantina Taco line. The Cantina Tacos are available with fire-grilled chicken, Carne Asada steak or…

Church's Chicken named a top franchise for Hispanics

August 1, 2010

Fully aware that U.S. Hispanic consumers outspent every other demographic last year, one chain is tapping heavily into the Hispanic franchise ownership base.

McDonald's introduces Angus the Third in Australia

August 1, 2010

The Angus burger line at Australian McDonald's has had such success in its first year, the company is introducing a third to the mix, called Angus the Third.

NexCen Brands completes sale of franchise businesses

August 1, 2010

NexCen Brands, Inc. has announced the sale of its assets to Global Franchise Group, LLC, an affiliate of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners.

Atlanta is in a fowl mood

August 1, 2010

Atlanta certainly is a hot place for chicken. The city is about to get a boost of 55 total quick-service restaurants that feature chicken as a focal menu item.

Burger King goes pop

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New packaging initiative emulates Andy Warhol-inspired art.

How the evil HR guy is messing with this job market

by Joni Doolin — CEO, People Report

Commentary: Take advantage of menu labeling's marketing potential

by Lori Walderich — CMO, Top That! Pizza

The menu labeling mandate offers a prime opportunity for brand challenge.

NRA industry outlook softened in June

July 29, 2010

As a result of a dampened outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) declined for the third…

Arby's eyes Hoosier State growth

July 29, 2010

When Roland Smith took over as president and CEO of Wendy's/Arby's Group earlier this year, he outlined an extensive overhaul plan to rebound negative sales at…

Auntie Anne's recognizes suppliers and partners

July 29, 2010

Auntie Anne's Inc. recently honored its top suppliers and partners for their contributions to the pretzel franchisor's growth.