Cinnabon #fansources marketing ideas from social media followers

August 29, 2013

Earlier this week, Cinnabon began soliciting marketing ideas from its Facebook fans. The brand kicked off the effort by posting: "Marketing ideas for Cinnabon?

Burger King rolls out fall product lineup

August 29, 2013

Burger King Worldwide today revealed its fall menu lineup including the new French Fry Burger available for $1 on the value menu and the return of the Chicken…

McDonald's Canada exec selected to lead Japan system

August 29, 2013

Earlier this week, McDonald's Holdings Co. Ltd., the chain's Japanese parent company, named Sarah Casanova as its new CEO and president. She replaces Eiko…

Wendy's rides short-form video trend in flatbread relaunch

August 29, 2013

In response to consumer demand, Wendy's is bringing back its Flatbread Grilled Chicken sandwiches for a limited time.

Mobile payment platform debuts at Middle Eastern QSRs

August 29, 2013

The U.A.E.-based bank Mashreq has launched a new mobile POS device, the Mashreq Payport, that is initially being used at QSR brands Pizza Express, Cold Stone…

Long John Silver's commits to transfat-free menu

August 29, 2013

After receiving a barrage of negative publicity for its Big Catch meal, which was deemed the "Worst Restaurant Meal in America" by the CSPI for being cooked…

McDonald's adds vegetarian option in Canada

August 29, 2013

McDonald's Canada rolled out two vegetarian options this week — the Mediterranean and Santa Fe Veggie Signature McWraps. The launch marks the first time the…

When an obvious security issue wasn’t – but was indeed

Do you know the warning signs of gang presence, to avoid their infiltration into your operation?

Voice Teleservices joins MMS Catering Institute program

August 28, 2013

Portland, Maine-based Voice Teleservices has joined the MMS Catering Institute Industry Affiliation Program, created to certify and connect industry…

Technomic VP: Wings will drive consumers to McDonald's

August 28, 2013

Technomic Vice President David Henkes spoke to Bloomberg Tuesday about McDonald's impending chicken wings launch, set for September.

Japan's economic recovery leading to more restaurant visits, spending

August 28, 2013

Japan's economic recovery after a downturn in the last quarter of 2012, has spurred an increase in restaurant visits and spending greater than any other global…

Carl's Jr. signs sponsorship deal with Phoenix Suns

August 28, 2013

Carl's Jr. has signed a multiyear sponsorship deal with the Phoenix Suns that includes the opening of a 2,000-square-foot unit at the US Airways Center. The…

Florida town bans quick-service restaurants

August 28, 2013

An Orlando, Fla., suburb has banned quick-service restaurants. City leaders voted this week to close a loophole that ensures no more of these establishments…

Taco Bell's Doritos Locos Tacos to make Canadian debut

August 28, 2013

Taco Bell's Doritos Locos Tacos, the brand's most successful product launch in its history, will be introduced to Canada on Sept. 2, nearly a year and a half…

Del Taco names new agency of record

August 28, 2013

Del Taco has selected Morgan Marketing and Public Relations as its agency of record for PR, following an RFP that included 10 agencies.

Burger King adding fries as burger topping

August 28, 2013

On Sept. 1, Burger King will begin offering its new "French Fry Burger" for $1. The Associated Press reported the company is looking to "drum up sales and…

Dunkin' Donuts launches T-shirts to benefit Hurricane Sandy relief

August 28, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts has launched a line of new T-shirts to help Long Island continue to rebuild from Hurricane Sandy last October. The shirts are emblazoned with…

Commentary: What operators can expect from planned QSR strikes

Employment attorneys suggest that operators be professional and courteous to employees who strike; most, if not all, of them will come back to work and if…

Starbucks not cutting health insurance, hours for Obamacare

August 27, 2013

Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz told Reuters Monday that the company will not cut health insurance benefits or reduce employee hours to prepare for costs…

Del Taco brings back Free Wednesdays promotion

August 27, 2013

Del Taco's Free Wednesdays promotion in May resonated so strongly with guests, the brand is bringing it back.