Jersey Mike's leverages social media for wreath campaign

November 4, 2013

For Veterans Day weekend, Nov. 9-11, Jersey Mike's Subs is thanking customers who make a donation to Wreaths Across America by giving away a free cookie from…

First Data takes on loyalty with Perka acquisition

November 1, 2013

First Data Corporation, a provider of electronic commerce and payment processing, has announced its acquisition of Perka, a provider of a smart loyalty…

QSRs step up menu rollouts in October

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Bread, spicy flavor profiles and sweets took over the spotlight last month.

OLO adds analyst Rakesh Agrawal to advisory board

November 1, 2013

The mobile and online ordering platform OLO has added analyst Rakesh "Rocky" Agrawal to its advisory board, supporting the company's growth strategy.

Groupon revamps website, mobile app

November 1, 2013

Groupon has rolled out a completely redesigned website, as well as updated versions of its iPhone, Android and iPad mobile apps, all with new features that the…

Baskin-Robbins seeking South Florida franchisees

November 1, 2013

Baskin-Robbins is looking for franchisees in the South Florida market to grow the brand. The company plans to expand its Florida footprint with more than 15 to…

Spicy smoked sausage sandwich added to Dunkin' Donuts' menu

November 1, 2013

To celebrate National Sandwich Day, Nov. 3, Dunkin' Donuts has launched a new spicy smoked sausage breakfast sandwich, which features a spicy split sausage…

Takeout King taps eThor for POS integration platform

November 1, 2013

Calgary-based Takeout King has chosen the POS integration platform by eThor to power its new direct mobile ordering capability, an eThor news release said.

Report: Americans consuming more fruit, yogurt

November 1, 2013

Americans are shifting to healthier diets, which has helped to stabilize obesity levels, according to global information company, The NPD Group. NPD's 28th…

Report shows increase in hourly job hunters

November 1, 2013

Hourly job seekers are back on the hunt. According to a new Q3 report from Snagajob, there was a 4 percent increase in the number of job seekers who…

Wendy's announces quarterly dividend

November 1, 2013

The Wendy's Company announced the declaration of its regular quarterly cash dividend of 5 cents per share, payable on Dec. 16 to shareholders of record as of…

Arby's signature Horsey Sauce now available by the bottle

November 1, 2013

Arby's signature sauces, including Arby's Sauce and Horsey Sauce, are now available by the bottle nationwide at Arby's restaurants for a limited time.

Mobile payments provide new way to talk to consumers

Matt Pyles, with Barbacoa Mexican Grill, sat in on a panel about mobile payments at the recent Fast Casual Executive Summit. He said it's important for…

QSR menu rollouts for October 2013

While October is typically quiet for menu launches, this year's pipeline was full.

Are you ready for a potential ICE storm?

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Companies that don't hire illegal workers can still face large fines for incorrect or missing paperwork for legal workers.

Sales, traffic fall across restaurant industry in September

October 31, 2013

As a result of softer sales and traffic levels and restaurant operators' dampened outlook for the economy, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant…

Chef Irvine's foodservice advice at stake for Easy Ice's contest

October 31, 2013

Easy Ice, a national commercial ice machine subscription service, announced that it is teaming up with celebrity chef Robert Irvine to solicit advice on…

McDonald's to test packaged coffee in the retail space

October 31, 2013

McDonald's McCafe products will be available in select grocery and retail locations in the U.S. beginning in 2014. According to the Chicago Tribune, McDonald's…

McDonald's franchisees add consumer rewards program

October 31, 2013

Nine Omaha, Neb.-area McDonald's franchisees have partnered with PinPoint Rewards to offer the PinPoint Card, a consumer rewards program.

McDonald's outlines Sochi Olympics sponsorship plans

October 31, 2013

McDonald's began its 100-day countdown this week for the Sochi (Russia) 2014 Olympic Winter Games, and also released some information about its sponsorship…