Crawfish fever swims into Popeyes

October 25, 2010

From now until Nov. 28, crawfish lovers can try new limited-time menu items and take part in a crawfish sampling day in celebration of Popeyes Louisiana…

El Pollo Loco to offer three new dishes, sweet desserts

October 25, 2010

El Pollo Loco customers now have even more menu options to choose from with the introduction of three new limited-time items.

White Castle fuels up the Motor City

October 25, 2010

Detroit's Angel's Night will be fueled by White Castle Sliders instead of gasoline. The three-day, anti-arson, volunteer campaign - the City of Detroit's…

Let your iPhones do the walking

Though geolocation-enabled apps have gained some traction in the restaurant world via search sites and location-based ordering apps, none have involved the…

BHI SecureConnect Ranked No. 31 on Fast 50 List

BHI Advanced Internet, an industry leader in providing Internet security and Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance services, has been ranked No. 31  by the…

Burger King shuffles senior management team

October 24, 2010

On the heels of its sale to 3G Capital, Burger King Holdings Inc. today announced a handful of changes to its senior management team.

Tim Hortons Canada adds to breakfast menu

October 24, 2010

Breakfast-seeking, on-the-go Canadians can now opt for something healthier than a donut. Tim Hortons has introduced homestyle oatmeal and breakfast wraps.

Hardee's sweetens up its biscuits

October 24, 2010

Just in time for Halloween, Hardee's has introduced a sweet treat: the new caramel crumb biscuit. This made from scratch biscuit is covered in caramel sauce…

McDonald's shares reach all-time high

October 21, 2010

McDonald's Corp. shared its third quarter report Thursday, with results surpassing analysts' expectations and achieving the company's highest stock to date.

Auntie Anne's signs franchise agreement in Poland

October 21, 2010

The Republic of Poland is about to get a twist on something new. Auntie Anne's soft pretzel chain has signed a master franchise agreement with Bachleda…

Bojangles introduces scary low offer

October 21, 2010

Just in time for Halloween, Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits is offering two "BOO-berry biscuits" at the price of 99 cents.

Australian company loses franchise rights for Baskin-Robbins

October 21, 2010

Allied Brands Ltd., an Australian-based franchise company, has lost its rights for its Baskin-Robbins units in that country.

FDA finds significant improvements in QSR, full-service restaurant compliance

October 21, 2010

The FDA has released its Retail Risk Factor Survey and 2010 Trends Report, a study produced every five years to assess 10 years worth of food safety at…

Dunkin' Donuts, Boston Celtics continue partnership

October 20, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts and the 17-time world champions the Boston Celtics have renewed their sponsorship agreement for three more years, ending in the 2012-2013 NBA…

Cinnabon names new COO

October 20, 2010

Cinnabon Inc. has announced Kat Cole as its new chief operating officer. Cole was formerly the vice president of training and development for Hooters, and…

NRA forms FoodCalc alliance

October 20, 2010

The National Restaurant Association has formed an official partnership with web-based nutrition analysis solutions provider FoodCALC, endorsing the company's…

Five Benefits of Single-Shift Employee Training

Single-shift training helps restaurants increase customer service, boost employee flexibility and minimize turnover.

Carl's Jr. banks on 'sit-down restaurant quality' chicken tenders

October 19, 2010

Carl’s Jr. is positioning its new Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders as casual restaurant quality, rather than offer them at a discounted price. The hand-breaded…

It's official: 3G Capital owns Burger King

October 19, 2010

Burger King Holdings Inc. and 3G Capital today announced the completion of the previously announced transaction for an affiliate of 3G Capital to acquire the…

Baristas Coffee Co.: The Hooters of QSR coffee?

October 19, 2010

A new coffee concept is heating things up in the QSR space: Baristas Coffee Company owns and operates drive-thru espresso locations throughout the Pacific…