Whataburger launches Facebook contest to find local 'heroes'

December 4, 2012

Whataburger will honor a series of "Hometown Heroes" who give back to their communities through a new Facebook contest.

National Restaurant Association predicts 2013 menu trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Locally-sourced meats and produce and children's nutrition continue to be big focuses for restaurants.

Restaurant industry dominates year's 'PR disaster' list

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Five out of 10 2012 public relations nightmares were related to restaurants.

NRA Educational Foundation awards $3MM in scholarships

December 3, 2012

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) announced today it achieved several major milestones in 2012, including awarding $3 million…

Dunkin' Donuts signs QB Colt McCoy as multiunit franchisee

December 3, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts announced today the signing of a multiunit store development agreement with new franchise group, Coffee Action West LLC, for 21 traditional…

Taco Cabana partners with Dr Pepper for Cotton Bowl sweepstakes

December 3, 2012

Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group, and Dr Pepper have launched a contest for college football fans where a grand prize winner will receive…

Banker fined $5.1MM for Burger King insider trading

December 3, 2012

Igor Cornelsen, a former banker from Brazil, has been ordered to pay $5.18 million to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on charges of insider trading…

Burger King celebrates Whopper anniversary with 55-cent deal

December 3, 2012

In honor of the 55th Anniversary of the Whopper, participating Burger King restaurants nationwide are offering the Original Whopper for 55 cents with the…

Baskin-Robbins introduces holiday ice cream cakes

December 3, 2012

Baskin-Robbins is offering a new lineup of dome-shaped, holiday-themed ice cream cakes. Guests can customize each cake by choosing their favorite ice cream…

Jack in the Box rolls out Bonus Jack value combo meal

December 3, 2012

The Bonus Jack, a double-patty cheeseburger that made its debut in 1970, is back for a limited time at participating Jack in the Box locations. Jack in the Box…

McDonald's rolls out gesture-controlled digital games for kids

December 3, 2012

According to AVInteractive.com, quick-service behemoth McDonald's has deployed gesture-controlled digital signage technology into more than 150 of its key…

QSRs respond to a growing demand for ethnic cuisine

Limited-service restaurants are seeing success with ethnic concepts by touting freshness, quality and flavor, as well as small authentic cues that add…

New York's QSR employees return to work after wage protest

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

'Fast Food Forward' movement is growing slowly through volunteer, social media efforts.

Subway brings back $2 customer appreciation promotion

November 30, 2012

Throughout December, Subway will offer $2 cold cut combo or meatball marina 6-inch subs.

Dunkin' Donuts plans 12 airport locations in 2013

November 30, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts announced that it has 12 new airport locations planned for 2013, including the brand's debut at Louis Armstrong International Airport in New…

Restaurant operator optimism falls, despite continued positive sales

November 30, 2012

Due in large part to restaurant operators' dampened outlook for sales growth and the economy, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance…

Sonic franchisee provides payroll cards to employees

November 30, 2012

TFG Card Solutions, a payroll card services provider, has partnered with The Wetsel Company, a Sonic Drive-In franchisee, to provide payroll cards to employees…

Technomic predicts five Canadian restaurant trends for 2013

November 30, 2012

Market research firm Technomic has released its five trend predictions for 2013 for the Canadian restaurant industry. They include:

TCBY plans franchisee training center, smoothie launch

November 30, 2012

TCBY has announced plans to open a new flagship store in Broomfield, Colo., which will also serve as the company's training center for its domestic and…

Convenience stores positioned for foodservice growth

November 30, 2012

According to new research from Technomic, foodservice is a key area of opportunity for convenience stores. As revenues from gasoline and tobacco products fall…