Burger King introduces Ghost Pepper Whopper

October 11, 2022

Things are getting spooky and spicy at Burger King with the introduction of the Ghost Pepper Whopper. The burger is available through the Home of the Ghosts…

Star Micronics Extends Its Line Of Acclaimed POS Tablet Display Stands

Star Micronics launches new versatile tablet display solutions for retail, hospitality, cannabis, and self-service industries.

McDonald's workers fed up with adult Happy Meals

October 10, 2022

McDonald's frontline workers have had enough of the adult Happy Meals that went on sale a week ago Monday in participating restaurants. The meals, which come…

Arby's taps Rita Patel as CMO

October 10, 2022

Arby's and parent company Inspire Brands has named Rita Patel as its brand chief marketing officer, according to a press release.

Silver Crest acquires Tims China

October 10, 2022

Tims China has announced business combination with Silver Crest Acquisition Corp., a special purpose acquisition company. The combined company will retain the…

Canadian restaurant industry recovery continues

October 10, 2022

The Canadian restaurant industry saw a 5% increase in visits in August compared to a year ago, according to data from The NPD Group.

sweetgreen CMO talks future of restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Daniel Shlossman, chief marketing officer for sweetgreen, said digital is the wave of the future in the opening keynote address at the Fast Casual Executive…

CKE exec talks company's digital ecosystem at one-day virtual event

October 10, 2022

Recognizing that QSR leaders needed a convenient way to exchange ideas, tips and advice with one another, Networld Media Group — the publishers of QSRWeb.com…

Taco Bell fans vote back in the Enchirito for LTO

October 7, 2022

Taco Bell fans have voted back in the Enchirito. The brand held an online contest to see which of two former menu items, the Enchirito and the Double Decker…

Burger King rolls out slogan as part of historic rebranding

October 7, 2022

Burger King has unveiled a tagline, "You Rule", as part of its "Reclaim the Flame" plan, announced on Sept. 9, according to a press release.

Dunkin' launches coffee sustainability program

October 7, 2022

Dunkin' has launched a program called the Dunkin' Drive-To Sustainability Program, committed to 100% responsibly sourced coffee by 2025, according to a press…

Halo Burger’s history, dedication to community makes it stand out

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Halo Burger just celebrated its 99th birthday and the storied QSR brand has made its mark as a regional company in Michigan with a focus on community.

Subway celebrates soup line with weekend deal

October 7, 2022

Subway has refreshed its line of soups, according to a press release.

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McDonald's confirms Halloween pails return to participating restaurants

October 6, 2022

The rumors are true. McDonald's Happy Meal Halloween pails are returning to restaurants, according to a press release.

Botrista raises $55M, hires former Zoup president to lead strategy

October 6, 2022

Botrista Beverages, a provider of automation technology and the inventor of The Botrista DrinkBot, has raised $55 million for expansion.

Golden Chick partners with American Idol contestant for jingle

October 6, 2022

Golden Chick has partnered with American Idol alum Britney Holmes to record its jingle.

Digital menus: a restaurant’s most powerful tool

by Joe Martinez, restaurant marketing consultant at Applova, Joe Martinez — Restaurant Marketing Consultant, Applova Inc

In this piece, Joe Martinez shares five reasons digital menus are a restaurant's most powerful tool and offers seven ways to leverage them for success.

McDonald's franchise adopts Carousel cloud software

October 6, 2022

Rawden Joint Ventures Corp. has adopted Carousel cloud software to run employee-facing digital signage in 47 of its McDonald's franchise locations in…

Vegan brand Odd Burger launches US franchising

October 5, 2022

Vegan fast-food chain Odd Burger, based in Canada, has launched its franchising operations in the United States, according to a press release.