Oatmeal goes upscale

by Melissa Abbott — Director, Culinary Insights, The Hartman Group, Inc

Consumers often say they wish they had healthier options for breakfast, yet better-for-you, not to mention better-tasting, has been hard to come by when it…

The battle between Breakfast and Snack: Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Click here if you missed Part 1.

CKE Restaurants’ AOR wins small agency award

July 31, 2011

Los Angeles-based David&Goliath was named Small Agency of the Year at Ad Age's awards show last week. The honor is given to a company with between 76 and…

El Pollo Loco rolls out four new chicken burritos

July 31, 2011

As part of El Pollo Loco's new ¡Feel the Mexcellence! campaign, the chain has rolled out four Brand Nuevo Grilled Chicken Burritos.

Del Taco debuts two new burritos

July 31, 2011

Del Taco has added two new burritos to its menu with the introduction of the 59-cent Chipotle Value Bean & Cheese Burrito and the Nacho Crunch Burrito.

Jersey Mike’s signs multi-unit development agreement

July 31, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs has signed multi-unit development agreements with restaurant industry veterans Steve Rosenfield and Linda Nash Rosenfield, who currently own…

Will restaurants add Google+ to crowded social media plates?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The fastest growing social media network ever is currently in beta phase for businesses.

McSmurfy: McDonald’s launches The Smurfs Happy Meal promotion

July 28, 2011

Celebrating today's release of The Smurfs, Columbia Pictures' and Sony Pictures Animation's 3-D family comedy, McDonald's has kicked off a coinciding Happy…

White Castle rewarding social media fans

July 28, 2011

White Castle is offering its Facebook fans and Twitter followers an opportunity to receive a limited edition 90th birthday pin. The social media campaign is…

Subway selects Velti for mobile marketing platform

July 28, 2011

The Subway restaurant chain has selected Velti, a global provider of mobile marketing and advertising technology, as its exclusive mobile technology provider.

Arby’s offers incentive to try new Angus sandwich

July 28, 2011

Arby's launched its Angus Cool Deli Sandwich and Wrap a month ago, and has just added a late-summer incentive to try the new item.

Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day set for Aug. 11

July 28, 2011

For the sixth consecutive year, Dairy Queen will host its Miracle Treat Day to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a charity that raises…

QA Graphics taps nutrition consultant for menu labeling efforts

July 28, 2011

About a month after Iowa-based QA Graphics expanded its capabilities to provide digital menu boards for restaurants, the interactive design company has…

NRA’s restaurant industry outlook strengthened in June

July 28, 2011

Driven by stronger same-store sales and traffic levels and a more optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s…

Who will be 'the Chipotle' of the pizza industry?

An inside look behind a growing trend in the pizza industry.

EEOC proposal bans employee background checks

The EEOC is proposing a ban on employers conducting criminal background checks on job applicants and current employees.

The Changing Face of Menu Boards

Digital technology allows operators to move beyond static advertising to create a dynamic messaging system.

Popeyes’ parent company moving headquarters

July 27, 2011

AFC Enterprises Inc., the franchisor and operator of Popeyes restaurants, has entered into a lease for a new corporate headquarters in Dunwoody, Ga., when the…

Pino Gelato adds two more locations

July 27, 2011

Hilton Head, S.C.-based Pino Gelato has opened two new stores. The first is located in the Haywood Mall in Greenville, S.C., and the second is in Cranberry…

Jersey Mike’s recognizes standout franchisees

July 27, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs recognized outstanding franchisees and team members at its national conference held recently in Orlando, Fla. Also receiving special awards…