Rita's Italian Ice sold to private equity firm

December 4, 2011

Falconhead Capital LLC , a private equity firm specializing in growing consumer-focused businesses, has acquired a controlling stake in Rita's Water Ice…

Yum! Brands raises 2011 guidance

December 4, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has increased its full year 2011 EPS growth forecast to at least 13 percent, or $2.85 a share, excluding special items.

Carl's Jr., Hardee's drop ad agency after less than a year

December 4, 2011

Less than a year after being named the agency of record for CKE Restaurants' Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands, Southern California-based David & Goliath has…

QSR mobile marketing focuses heavily on couponing

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Cellit study draws from 125 QSRs; predicts mobile payments and location-based services to pick up steam.

Adaptation – 3 Factions Evolve

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

The strongest trends, even in the restaurant industry, are the ones most adept at change.

Krispy Kreme giveaway marks 10th year in Canada

December 1, 2011

Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 10th birthday in Canada with free Original Glazed Doughnuts on Dec. 11, as well as special deals each day until then.

KFC brings back Twitter scholarship promotion

December 1, 2011

KFC has brought back its Twitter scholarship promotion for the second year, awarding $20,000 to the high school senior who sends the winning message via the…

Ohio incentivizes Wendy's to consolidate headquarters

December 1, 2011

The Wendy's Company announced that it will consolidate its World Headquarters in Dublin, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus. As a result, the company will close its…

Yum!, Domino's CEOs make Forbes 'most buzzed about' list

December 1, 2011

Yum! Brands CEO David Novak and Domino's Pizza CEO Patrick Doyle have received a lot of positive buzz this year. This is according to research by Zeta…

Commentary: Three tips for maximizing your digital signage investment

A QSR's digital signage strategy should include central management and social media components.

Increasing Guest Satisfaction with Productivity-Based Scheduling

Having the right employees at the right time can be a critical component of success.

QSRs feeling the pressure from c-stores

November 30, 2011

New research by foodservice consulting firm Technomic shows that more consumers are taking advantage of the expanding foodservice options available at…

Pretzelmaker launches online holiday sweepstakes

November 30, 2011

Pretzelmaker has launched a new online sweepstakes just in time for the holidays – the TWISTED 20 Giveaway.

McDonald's, Living Social offering 'largest daily deal ever'

November 30, 2011

McDonald's USA and LivingSocial are teaming up to offer what they are calling the largest national QSR daily deal ever.

Krispy Kreme Q3 profit nearly doubles

November 30, 2011

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has reported financial results for its third quarter of fiscal 2012, ended Oct. 30, 2011, which included $4.7 million in net…

Subway offering $2 subs for Customer Appreciation Month

November 30, 2011

Subway is offering 6-inch Cold Cut Combos and Meatball Marinara subs for $2 throughout the month of December.

Tasti D-Lite acquires Planet Smoothie

November 30, 2011

Tennessee-based Tasti D-Lite, a frozen dessert chain catering to health-conscious consumers, has announced the acquisition of Planet Smoothie LLC, a franchise…

Restaurant industry donates $3 billion annually

November 30, 2011

As part of its ongoing campaign to tell the story of America’s restaurants, the National Restaurant Association has unveiled its latest “America Works Here…

Kitchens with Confidence launches gluten-free, allergy-free webinar

November 29, 2011

Kitchens with Confidence LLC has announced the launch of an online 90-minute interactive webinar focused on gluten- and allergy-free dining. AllerTrain, a…

TCBY opens three units this week

November 29, 2011

TCBY continues its aggressive expansion plan, opening three new units this week alone, one each in Fort Collins, Colo., its 15th in the state; Columbia, S.C.…