Sale of 25 Jack in the Box c-stores complete

September 2, 2009

Corpus Christi, Texas-based convenience store operator Susser Holdings Corp. has announced that it has completed the purchase of 25 Quick Stuff c-stores from…

Tiny Burger Time finds it's right time to grow

September 2, 2009

The economy doesn't seem to be slowing growth in the burger segment. Burger Time, a primarily drive-through burger chain, has announced it's expanding to the…

Burger King franchisee consolidates wireless network via SonicWall

September 2, 2009

SonicWALL Inc., a leading secure network infrastructure company, has announced that Burger King franchisee Dolphin Fast Food Inc., a subsidiary of Dolphin…

Taco Bell announces spring fundraiser results

September 2, 2009

Taco Bell raised $1.8 million in a one-day nationwide fundraiser held in April to benefit Taco Bell Foundation for Teens and its key partner and beneficiary…

Four Considerations for a POS System in the Digital Restaurant

With digital systems becoming more prevalent in restaurants, integration is vital to ensure smooth operations. And all-digital, integrated management system…

Taco Bell settles Tenn. sexual harassment suit

September 1, 2009

Taco Bell Corp. has agreed to settle a sexual harassment lawsuit involving two teenage female employees at a Memphis Taco Bell. According to the U.S. Equal…

Report recommends fast food tax in local obesity-fighting strategies

September 1, 2009

A new report from the Institute of Medicine and National Research Council suggests local governments add zoning restrictions on fast-food restaurants near…

Study links promixity to fast food, lack of car to weight gain

September 1, 2009

A new study by the University of Pittsburgh has found an association between those who live near fast food restaurants and who do not own a car and an excess…

Western Expo showcases new POS solutions

September 1, 2009

The co-located Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo and Expo Comida Latina in San Diego wrapped up yesterday, in San Diego as attendees filled the aisles…

Dairy Queen intros new Oreo Cookie Jar Blizzard

September 1, 2009

Dairy Queen has introduced a new twist on the chain's popular Oreo Blizzard Flavor Treat, the new Oreo Cookie Jar Blizzard.   Now available at all…

Hardee's to sponsor UNC Tar Heels' 100th anniversary of basketball

September 1, 2009

Hardee's has signed a new sports marketing agreement with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Carolina…

Burger King licenses line of branded fries for retail

September 1, 2009

As more consumers are eating at home, Burger King is trying to capture some of those sales with the release of a retail line of crispy microwaveable Burger…

Mintel highlights global consumer trends

September 1, 2009

Even as the economy drags people down financially and emotionally, Mintel sees a continued focus on enjoyment and life fulfillment. While people around the…

QSRweb.com puts premium burgers to the test

Volunteer panel compares Hardee's Thickburger, McDonald's Angus Third Pounder and Burger King's Steakhouse.

Western Expo exhibitors offer cost-saving solutions

August 31, 2009

Exhibitors at the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo in San Diego, which concludes Sept. 1, continued to focus on ways to help restaurant operators cut…

Cold Stone Creamery to host Make-A-Wish fundraising effort

August 31, 2009

Cold Stone Creamery is dishing up free ice cream in exchange for a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, an organization that grants the wishes of children…

Dairy Queen franchisee selects SecureConnect for PCI compliance

August 31, 2009

Roundtable Corp., a Texas-based 52-unit Dairy Queen franchisee, has tapped SecureConnect to manage their Internet security, network support and Payment Card…

Minnesota restaurant sues McDonald's over slogan

August 31, 2009

A popular hamburger restaurant in Eden Prairie, Minn., is suing McDonald's for trademark infringement, according to a story in the Shakopee Valley News. The…

Popeyes promotes wings with photo contest

August 31, 2009

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is promoting its limited-time offer wings with a nationwide consumer-generated photo contest: "Get Some Wings and Get Away," the…

GE Capital funds Jack in the Box franchise group acquisition

August 31, 2009

GE Capital, Franchise Finance has provided a $4 million credit facility enabling RDSL to acquire and develop seven Jack in the Box franchise restaurants in…