Fast Casual Executive Summit: Just what is sustainability?

Joseph Grove of FastCasual.com speaks with Tamara Barnett, ethnographic research manager for The Hartman Group, about the true meaning of sustainability.

Yum! Brands adds member to board of directors

November 20, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has appointed Mirian M. Graddick-Weir, 56, to its board of directors effective Jan. 26, 2012.

Carl's Jr. adds Oreos to dessert menu

November 20, 2011

Carl's Jr. has introduced a new Hand-Scooped Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich throughout the western U.S.

Hardee's turns up the heat on new sandwich

November 20, 2011

Hardee's is turning up the heat and expanding its line-up of Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders and Chicken Fillet Sandwiches with new Buffalo-flavored options.

Pretzelmaker launches combo option

November 20, 2011

Pretzelmaker has created a new combination highlighting its Pretzel Bites – the brand's signature bite-sized, salted pretzel snack.

Seattle's Best plans Black Friday giveaway

November 20, 2011

Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, is delivering a perk to those who have to work this Black Friday, Nov. 25: free coffee.

McDonald's releases statement about dropped egg supplier

November 20, 2011

McDonald's Corp. has released a full statement about animal cruelty allegations against Sparboe Farms, one of its egg suppliers. Following an extensive ABC…

American cuisine gaining relavance

When ordering Italian, Mexican and Chinese, consumers are most often experiencing Americanized versions of these cuisines.

Study: Daily deal promotions generate new customers

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Many concerns about offering such deals are overstated.

IHOP opens express concept

November 17, 2011

The first IHOP Express has opened in the Gaslamp District of San Diego. Before its debut, the concept was tested on university campuses and military bases.

Jersey Mike's signs multiyear deal with PepsiCo

November 17, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs has signed an agreement with PepsiCo to retain exclusive beverage pouring rights in its 500 locations across 30 states.

Villa Enterprises launches holiday giveaway contest

November 17, 2011

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd. Inc., a global multi-concept restaurant franchisor, has launched its Villa Holiday Giftaway, with free prizes such as iPod…

McDonald's drops egg supplier

November 17, 2011

Following an extensive ABC News investigation, McDonald’s has severed ties with Sparboe Farms, one of the chain’s egg suppliers and the country’s fifth largest…

Del Taco campaign raises money for troops

November 16, 2011

Southern California-based Del Taco opened its first location in Texas one year ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the Denton, Texas, location is hosting a…

Taco Cabana raises $63K+ for military families

November 16, 2011

Taco Cabana has presented a $63,596 donation to the Warrior and Family Support Center (WFSC), a national rehabilitation center located in San Antonio.

Wendy's rolls out new burger, the W

November 16, 2011

Wendy's has launched its new "mid-tier" burger, the W. The item features two 2.25-ounce patties of North American beef, cheese and Wendy's zesty signature…

Schlotzsky's marks Philly entrance with 30-unit deal

November 15, 2011

Schlotzsky’s has announced that it has signed a history-making franchise deal to bring 30 new restaurants to the Philadelphia metro area that would also house…

Tim Hortons extends breakfast daypart in Canada

November 15, 2011

Tim Hortons Canada has extended its breakfast hours to noon during the week. Previously, breakfast was only available until noon on weekends.

Yogurtland brings back holiday flavor promotion

November 15, 2011

Yogurtland is bringing back its "12 Days of Yuletide Yumminess" promotion for the second year in a row.

Good Times' new menu boards contribute to positive sales

November 15, 2011

Colorado-based Good Times Restaurants Inc. announced its 16th consecutive month of same-store sales increases through the end of October, with September and…