New 'inventive' food innovation

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

New product research eventually evolved into a new mindset term called 'creative,' and companies hired research chefs to bridge the gap between research and…

Krispy Kreme signs another agreement to expand in India

June 13, 2012

About a month after making its debut in India, Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Citymax Hotels Pvt.

Wendy's Frosty Weekend to support adoption foundation

June 13, 2012

From now through Father's Day, June 17, Wendy's will raise money for its sixth annual fundraiser for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

Ronald McDonald House goes mobile in Canada

June 13, 2012

Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada, Ronald McDonald House Southern Alberta and Mosaic Primary Care Network have announced a new community health program …

Taco Bell named top employer on Pinterest

June 13, 2012

Taco Bell has been recognized by SmartRecruiters.com for its career-centered Pinterest boards.

White Castle licenses menu analyzer solution

June 13, 2012

White Castle System Inc. has signed an agreement to license Applied Predictive Technologies' Test & Learn Management System and Menu Analyzer solutions.

Burger King rolls out barbecue-inspired summer menu

June 13, 2012

Burger King has rolled out a lineup of barbecue-inspired summer menu items on the heels of its broadest menu expansion in history.

Dunkin' CEO: Starbucks' bakery acquisition a 'great compliment'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New markets will focus on high-margin beverages and breakfast sandwiches.

TCBY partners with Dole for new summer flavors

June 12, 2012

Just in time for summer, TCBY has announced a new partnership with Dole to add three new flavors to its menu, including Juicy Peach, Strawberry and Pineapple…

Tasti D-Lite launches 'Strawberry Summertime' promotion

June 12, 2012

Tasti D-Lite has introduced a new flavor as part of its "Strawberry Summertime" promotion. The "Strawberry Tart 'n Tasti" will be available through July 22.

Del Taco brings back shredded pork Carnitas line

June 12, 2012

Del Taco has brought back its shredded pork Carnitas line for a limited time, featuring slow-braised pork simmered in small batch kettles.

Culver's promotes frozen custard in new TV spot

June 12, 2012

Culver's has launched a new "Welcome to Delicious" integrated marketing campaign this week, featuring its signature Fresh Frozen Custard Flavors of the Day…

Tim Hortons Camp Day raises record $11 million

June 12, 2012

Tim Hortons guests and restaurant owners raised a record $11 million for this year's Camp Day, which will help send more than 15,000 kids from economically…

Chick-fil-A plans 8th annual Cow Appreciation Day

June 12, 2012

On July 13, Chick-fil-A restaurants nationwide will give away free meals to any customer who is fully dressed as a cow.

Wendy's taps into sharing platform to measure social activity

June 11, 2012

Wendy's has yielded positive results from its deployment of ShareThis, a sharing platform that recently launched two new tools. The new tools are based on the…

Burger King hosts Design the Crown contest for trip to Legoland

June 11, 2012

Burger King's BK Crown Program is hosting a new Design The Crown contest for kids ages 6-12. participants are invited to design their own Burger King Crown for…

Taco Cabana rolls out Chipotle Corn Street Tacos

June 11, 2012

Taco Cabana has added Chipotle Corn Street Tacos to its menu for a limited time. The new tacos, inspired by a culinary trip to Mexico City and Puebla, feature…

Krispy Kreme celebrates South Carolina grand opening

June 11, 2012

At 6 a.m. Tuesday, the Hot Doughnuts Now sign will light up at a new Krispy Kreme Doughnut Factory on Charlotte Highway in Indiana Lake, S.C.

Restaurants using iPad kiosks for customer loyalty

June 11, 2012

Tablets are replacing traditional restaurant loyalty cards in a new partnership between FavoriteEats and MokiMobility, a cloud-based mobile device management…

QSR culinary trends of 2012 (so far)

Segment focuses on bite-sized items, frozen beverages, spicier flavor profiles.