ICC launches Temp Minder line

October 13, 2009

Integrated Control Corp., a global leader in the field of food service technology solutions, is debuting its state-of-the art 2010 Temp Minder. The ICC Temp…

Q&A: QSR recruiting trending on Twitter

Chris Reed of Talent Revolution discusses how the social media tool is getting more attention as a means to attract more talent.

Poll finds Americans split on ads mentioning recession

October 13, 2009

As economic woes continue, companies have to decide how to deal with the issue of the recession in their advertising. Some ignore it and find different ways to…

Culver's, A&W focus on meals $4 or less

October 13, 2009

Subway introduced the $5 price point last year with its successful footlong campaign, and quick-service brands, from Blimpie Subs to KFC, were quick to follow…

MaggieMoo's intros Halloween ice cream cupcakes

October 12, 2009

MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery has introduced four new Halloween ice cream cupcakes. The new spooky but festive ice cream cupcakes include: Mummy Cupcake…

Tim Hortons opens first U.S. military base location

October 12, 2009

Tim Hortons Inc. has opened its first location at a U.S. military base, a 24-hour restaurant at the iconic U.S. army facility Ft. Knox in Kentucky.   Tim…

Food Safety Training Institute to receive federal funding

October 12, 2009

The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have passed legislation that includes $1 million for The International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI…

Research & Markets adds Carl's Jr. benchmark analysis

October 12, 2009

Research and Markets has announced the addition of Restaurant Research LLC's new report "Carl's Jr. Concept Benchmark Analysis" to their offerings.   The…

Burger King-sponsored Fox Sports sketch draws criticism

October 12, 2009

A Burger King-sponsored cartoon during this weekend's pre-game coverage on "Fox NFL Sunday" has drawn criticism for its tasteless jokes about celebrity Jessica…

Wendy's/Arby's to focus on international growth

October 11, 2009

Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc. has announced organizational changes in its international subsidiary as part of the company's strategic initiative to further develop…

Study examines economic impact of cage-free-produced eggs

October 11, 2009

Animal safety groups have been pushing the restaurant industry to choose egg suppliers that use cage-free-produced eggs. Last month, animal protection charity…

Arby's customers raise $2.1 million for charities

October 11, 2009

Arby's restaurants across the United States raised $2.1 million for Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Arby's Foundation and other local youth-mentoring…

Dunkin' Brands announces more executive changes

October 11, 2009

Dunkin' Brands, parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, continues to undergo management changes under first-year CEO Nigel Travis. The company has…

Subway $5 footlong continues to drive sales

October 11, 2009

Subway has done well despite the down economy thanks to its emphasis on value — with its $5 footlong — as well as health, Jeff Moody, CEO of the Subway…

QSR hiring via Twitter shows promise

The industry is learning how social media can broaden the management talent pool.

NexCen names Lane new chief accounting officer

October 8, 2009

NexCen Brands Inc. has announced the appointment of Brian D. Lane as vice president, chief accounting officer. He will report to Mark Stanko, chief financial…

Study debunks comfort-food and stress theory

October 8, 2009

Nostalgia-inspired and comfort foods are among some of the hottest trends based on the commonly held belief that consumers turn to such foods in times of…

Dairy Queen opens 200th location in China, plans 500 more

October 8, 2009

Dairy Queen has reached a milestone in China, having opened its 200th location in the country. The store is located in Xi'an, the capital city of Shaanxi…

TCBY opens store giveaway contest to video submissions

October 8, 2009

TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, has officially begun collecting entries for This Could Be Yours, The Great TCBY Store Giveaway, a contest created to spur…

Wendy's launches 'Real' ad campaign, new burger

October 8, 2009

Wendy's has launched its latest ad campaign with the tagline "You know when it's real," the first effort of its new creative agency Kaplan Thaler.   The…