Krispy Kreme: Operations and marketing spark growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain marks its debut in India this week and is also ready to open its first small shop model in the U.S.

Fiscal Cliff debate stifles franchise growth in December

January 16, 2013

The Franchise Business fell in December for a second straight month as the possibility of tax hikes associated with the fiscal cliff weighed on franchise…

PayPal brings digital wallet to NCR's restaurant merchants

This deal is of particular importance for PayPal because of the scope of NCR's point-of-sale footprint across the restaurant industry.

Krispy Kreme adopts plan to avoid takeover

January 16, 2013

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc.'s board of directors have adopted a tax asset protection plan intended to preserve the long-term value of the company's federal net…

Dunkin' Donuts to open in Southern California in 2015

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO Nigel Travis said increasing comp store sales and profitability in Dunkin' Donuts U.S. franchises is the key to accelerating growth.

Baskin-Robbins hosting weekly BOGO deals

January 16, 2013

Baskin-Robbins is kicking off the New Year with a weekly "Buy One Get One Free" two-scoop sundae offer at participating shops nationwide.

Wendy's steps up digital marketing with new menu launch

January 16, 2013

With the launch of its new Right Price Right Size value menu, Wendy's has added a "Claim Your Taste" digital experience (claimyourtaste.com) that has already…

White Castle adds Facebook app invitation to Valentine's Day promo

January 16, 2013

White Castle is planning its annual Valentine's Day promotion, which includes table-side service and themed decorations for couples that make reservations.

Long John Silver's updates menu for first time in a decade

January 16, 2013

Long John Silver's has added new items to its menu, marking the chain's first major change to its offerings in more than a decade. According to Louisville…

Boomers add restaurant occasions while Millennials cut back

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Research shows Boomers increasing their share of restaurant traffic in recent years, with Millennials decreasing theirs.

Applebee's operator acquires 76-unit Taco Bell franchisee

January 15, 2013

Greg Flynn, founder, chairman and CEO of Applebee's franchisee Apple American Group, has created Flynn Restaurant Group LLC after acquiring Southern Bells…

McDonald's Australia installs DNA spray to deter robberies

January 15, 2013

McDonald's units in Sydney Australia have partnered with British company SelectaDNA to install a security system that sprays thieves with a "non-toxic solution…

A&W selects new creative agency of record

January 15, 2013

A&W Restaurants Inc. has selected Cornett Integrated Marketing Solutions as its creative agency of record.

Carl's Jr., Hardee's franchisee selects Envysion video provider

January 15, 2013

Envysion Inc., a Managed Video as a Service (MVaaS) provider, announced that Jason and Carl LeVecke have selected Envysion as their exclusive video provider…

CKE Restaurants yields utility savings from energy management partnership

January 15, 2013

Ecova, a total energy and sustainability management company, has announced that CKE Restaurants, parent company of Hardee's and Carl's Jr. chains, has…

Revel announces EMV and PCI compatibility

January 14, 2013

Revel Systems today announced that its iPad POS system now provides EMV compatibility in preparation for upcoming deadlines for EMV certification and PCI…

Taco Bell tests dollar 'Cravings' menu

January 14, 2013

As the quick-service value menu competition heats up, Taco Bell may be stepping up its game soon. According to the Huffington Post, the chain has been testing…

Canadian KFC and Taco Bell restaurants linked to e. coli outbreak

January 14, 2013

The Public Health Agency of Canada has issued a public health notice regarding illnesses in the Maritimes and Ontario stemming from an E. coli outbreak. The E.

Private equity group buys stake in large Burger King franchisee

January 14, 2013

PNC Financial Services Group Inc.'s private equity arm, PNC Riverarch Capital, has acquired a controlling stake in Goldco LLC, one of the 10 largest Burger…

Krispy Kreme wins corporate governance award

January 14, 2013

Corporate Secretary, a governance and compliance publication, has announced the winners of its Fifth Annual Corporate Governance Awards, which were presented…