Dunkin' plans European expansion, Baskin-Robbins Germany debut

August 2, 2013

Baskin-Robbins is planning its entry into the German market as early as next year, while its sister chain Dunkin' Donuts plans to grow its presence throughout…

FDA standardizes 'gluten-free' definition for food industry

August 2, 2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today published a new regulation defining the term "gluten-free" for voluntary food labeling.

McDonald's McCafe Smoothie proceeds fighting breast cancer

August 2, 2013

McDonald's restaurants in Central Ohio are hosting a "Buy One, Help Many" fundraiser throughout August, in which 10 cents from McCafe Smoothie sales will go…

Sonic debuts cold weather prototype with North Dakota entry

August 2, 2013

Sonic Drive-In has expanded into North Dakota — its 44th state — with the opening of a new drive-in in Minot.

Splick-it launches full suite of mobile marketing tools

August 2, 2013

Splick-it Inc. has launched a full suite of retention, engagement and acquisition marketing tools for its mobile and online restaurant ordering platform aimed…

Focus Brands gearing up for IPO

August 2, 2013

Just weeks after Noodles & Company announced its successful IPO offering, another major restaurant brand may be following its lead. Focus Brands Inc.…

Bruster's restaurant makeover contest

Bruster's held a restaurant makeover contest as part of its brand revitalization plan, introduced in May.

Restaurants applaud swipe fee ruling

August 1, 2013

A judge from the U.S. District Court from Washington, D.C., ruled Wednesday in favor of a lower cap on fees charged by banks for debit card transactions at…

Burger King opens 125 net new units in Q2

August 1, 2013

Burger King Worldwide Inc. reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30. Highlights included a global comp sales increase of 0.6 percent, a…

Could Taco Bell roll out the entire Doritos flavor portfolio?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain will introduce its latest Locos Tacos flavor Aug. 22.

Krispy Kreme kicks off Atlanta expansion with smaller prototype

August 1, 2013

The early-September opening of a new Krispy Kreme Doughnut Factory at 10781 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell, Ga., will mark the start of the chain's planned expansion…

Arby's gaming campaign yields triple-digit brand awareness lift

August 1, 2013

MediaBrix, an advertising and services platform for social and mobile games, today announced that a digital advertising campaign with Arby's to promote its…

Krispy Kreme selects Oracle E-Business Suite to support growth

August 1, 2013

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has selected the Oracle E-Business Suite as the enterprise resource planning platform to support its expanding global business.

Burger King to expand in gas stations across South Africa

August 1, 2013

Burger King South Africa Ltd has signed an exclusive agreement with Sasol to expand the brand across the country.

Dairy Queen introduces Tripleberry Brownie

August 1, 2013

The Dairy Queen system is introducing its new Tripleberry Brownie as the featured Blizzard of the Month for August.

Subway adds soccer star Pele as brand ambassador

August 1, 2013

Subway introduced international soccer star Pele as the brand's newest "Famous Fan." The Brazilian player joins a list of athletes including Michael Phelps…

Study: Latinos' food purchases driven by family experience

August 1, 2013

A new study called The Multi-Cultural Latino Consumer finds that though Latinos are far from homogenous, diverse segments overall stay true to significant…

Chick-fil-A's latest menu promotion focused on mocha

August 1, 2013

Beginning Aug. 5, Chick-fil-A will feature its newest limited-time flavor milkshake, Mocha Cookies & Cream.

Cinnabon expanding in Eurasia with Georgia agreement

August 1, 2013

Cinnabon Inc. has signed a master franchise deal to develop several bakeries in Georgia, marking the brand's entry into the Eurasian country.

White Castle rolls out grilled chicken Sliders

August 1, 2013

White Castle's signature Sliders are now available with grilled chicken. The company announced via email that its three new grilled chicken Sliders are…