Yum! Brands reports 21% profit growth

April 25, 2016

Yum! Brands reported that Q1, which ended March 19, resulted in a better-than-expected core operating profit growth of 21 percent, driven by 42 percent growth…

Bytes for bites: How disparate data can boost QSR franchise profits

QSR giants are not exempt from the rule that businesses should base product offerings on customer preferences. They arguably have the most access to data, yet…

Quaker Steak and Lube sold to TravelCenters of America

April 25, 2016

TravelCenters of America has acquired certain assets of Quaker Steak and Lube for approximately $25 million, according to a company press release.

Free webinar: McAlister's marketing exec dishes on posting nutritional info

April 22, 2016

McAlister's Deli recently took on the challenge of displaying nutritional info in its restaurants even though the government recently pushed back the deadline…

Taco John's spreading across New York, Tennesee

April 22, 2016

The chain confirmed a multi-year 20-store deal for New York City with plans for 15 additional locations in the region.

Enough of the 'why' on employee engagement, give me some 'how'

Creating engagement doesn’t need to be abstract, however, because the basics of engaging a workforce are commonly recognized business principles.

Webinar registration open: 'How to be FDA Calorie Compliant and Still Create Killer Menu Boards'

April 21, 2016

Jessica Osborne, senior brand marketing manager of McAlister's Deli, Chuck Gehman, VP of product management, and Bill Gilmore, creative content director, both…

Ask the experts: Is your brand ready for catering?

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Franchisors and their franchisees must understand what they're getting into before deciding if catering should be a part of the business model.

DQ celebrates Queen Elizabeth's birthday with royal treat

April 21, 2016

The Dairy Queen system is offering to deliver a Royal Blizzard Treat to Queen Elizabeth II to commemorate her 90th birthday.

Blimpie hopes contest will drive online engagement

April 21, 2016

Participants have a chance to win a trip for two to New York City, as well as over $9,000 in cash and instant-win prizes.

Frisch's Big Boy launches plan to save money, water, environment

April 21, 2016

The company plans to save 7.8 million gallons of water annually due to two ConserveWell units in each store.

Newk's celebrating Texas expansion

April 21, 2016

Newk's Eatery is opening Monday in San Marcos, Texas.

Consumers name Dunkin' Donuts, Chick-Fil-A brands of the year

April 20, 2016

More than 97,000 U.S. consumers assessed more than 3,800 brands across nearly 500 categories.

How many software solutions does your restaurant need?

by Dave Bennett — President & CEO, Mirus Restaurant Solutions

No brand needs every system, but most need most of them, according to Dave Bennett of Mirus.

Pollo Campero's growth holds strong in Q1

April 20, 2016

The brand's sales growth momentum holds strong as it continues to invest in remodels, new product development and technology, said Tim Pulido, Pollo Campero…

3 tips for restaurant owners to master user-generated content

We live in a social media world and nowhere is that more clear than in the restaurant industry. Pictures of food are ubiquitous, dominating photo-driven…

Report: Restaurants suffer negative Q1 growth after lagging March sales

April 19, 2016

With a -0.7 percent same-store sales growth, March represented the second worst month since February of 2014. Only January 2016, was slightly weaker at -0.…

Report: Fast casual, Asian concepts driving industry growth

April 19, 2016

The fast casual segment increased 10.4 percent, and Asian concepts grew by 9.3 percent from 2014 to 2015.

Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, KFC report sustainability progress

April 19, 2016

The report highlights waste reduction, a commitment to offering healthier food and how Yum! Brands, since 2007, has donated more than $640 million in cash and…

Krystal celebrating 'Take Your Child to Work Day' with 50 cent Pups

April 19, 2016

Krystal restaurants will be celebrating Take Your Child to Work Day April 28 with its Business Lunch.