Tim Hortons sales accelerate systemwide

February 23, 2012

Tim Hortons Inc. has announced results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Jan. 1, which included a 9.2 percent growth in systemwide sales. Tim Hortons…

Are restaurant marketers missing the big spenders?

by Barry Klein — Marketing Directo, Go Roma

Restaurant occasions are integral to the Boomer generation's demographics, so why aren't brands marketing to them directly?

Jack in the Box profit falls on refranchising efforts

February 23, 2012

Jack in the Box Inc. reported net earnings of $12 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended Jan. 22, compared with net earnings of $32.…

Krispy Kreme's Glaze the Nation Tour kicks off

February 23, 2012

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts kicks off its 75th birthday celebrations with the roll out of its Glaze the Nation Tour.

Wendy's franchisee receives funding for partner buyout

February 23, 2012

GE Capital, Franchise Finance recently provided a $2.675 million term loan to QSC Restaurants Inc., a Wendy's franchisee, for a partner buyout. The funding was…

Jersey Mike's Month of Giving benefits 74 charities

February 23, 2012

Throughout March, Jersey Mike's Subs will host its second annual Month of Giving, a fundraising campaign that will benefit 74 different local children's-based…

NRA, NRAEF elect new board members

February 23, 2012

The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) have elected new officers to their board of…

Del Taco aims to redefine brand experience with new executive team

February 23, 2012

Del Taco has announced several promotions and appointments within its executive ranks as part of a larger initiative to redefine how the company delivers on…

Taco Bell sued over Salmonella outbreak

February 23, 2012

Taco Bell has been sued by an Oklahoma woman after she became ill in a recent Salmonella outbreak. Taco Bell was named as the link in a recent outbreak that…

White Castle experiments with wine sales, honored by vodka company

February 23, 2012

White Castle is experimenting with wine sales at a Lafayette, Ind., restaurant, according to the Wall Street Journal.

POS Video Cameras Help Improve Restaurant Service

Miami Management used video cameras at the point of sale to improve accuracy and speed up drive-thru times.

Milio's Sandwiches plans to quadruple footprint in five years

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain will focus on value menu system, operations and marketing.

Quiznos shakes up board to help reinvigorate the brand

February 22, 2012

Denver-based Quiznos has named Harsha V. Agadi as executive chairman of its board of managers.

Culver's marketing focus shifts to North Atlantic Cod

February 22, 2012

Culver's new TV spot, titled "Hand-Battered Perfection," focuses on its North Atlantic Cod offerings, including the sandwich or meal. The commercial is part of…

NRA names new director of Commerce and Entrepreneurship

February 22, 2012

The National Restaurant Association has announced that Liz Garner has joined the policy and government affairs team as director of Commerce and…

Dairy Queen hosting BOGO Blizzard deal in March

February 22, 2012

Dairy Queen has announced to its Facebook fans that it will host a buy-one-get-one deal throughout March for guests who purchase a 99-cent Blizzard.

Carl's Jr., Hardee's spice up the classic burger

February 22, 2012

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have launched the Southwest Patty Melt, which features a twist on the classic American hamburger. The new offering includes a…

Arby's selects former Burger King agency to steer marketing message

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Announcement comes about a month after the chain hired former BK CMO.

Courting new trials

by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force

Let’s talk for a minute about new trial. No, not the court kind, but the kind that every restaurant wants … new consumers trying out your restaurant for the…

Popeyes CEO named IFMA Silver Plate award winner

February 21, 2012

A selection jury from the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association has chosen nine operator executives to receive the 2012 Silver Plate Awards…