Former ad exec illustrates agency missteps with KFC in new book

October 18, 2009

Former advertising executive James P. Othmer describes how his then-agency lost the KFC account in his new book, "Ad Land: Searching for the Meaning of Life on…

LightSensations' easy-change-out light solution

Augustine Gallegos from the Commerce, Calif.-based company demonstrates the features of its ladderless stem fixture and recessed can light for QSRweb.co at the…

Truitt Bros. features farm-to-table Pumpkin Pie Mix

October 15, 2009

A lackluster pie pumpkin harvest for two years running has meant a short supply of pumpkin puree and pie filling for a few producers in some parts of the…

QSRs target India for growth

October 15, 2009

India is the new hot international growth property for quick-service restaurants. For example, Yum! Brands Inc. executives said in the company's recent…

Chick-fil-A turns raving fan into social media strategist

October 15, 2009

When Chick-fil-A first checked out Facebook as part of its social media strategy early last year, the chain found super fan Brandy Bitzer had already created a…

Villa Fresh Italian Kitchens opens four new stores at Prudential Center arena

October 15, 2009

Villa Enterprises Management, one of the nation's fastest growing multi-concept restaurant franchisors, has just opened four new restaurants at the Prudential…

Church's Chicken finds opportunity to test breakfast

The chain recently bought and converted 23 Mrs. Winners locations and has adapted that brand's menu to learn about the breakfast daypart.

Taco Bell adds Black Jack Taco to value menu

October 14, 2009

Taco Bell has introduced a new limited-time-only Why Pay More! Value Menu item, the 89-cent Black Jack Taco.   Taco Bell's new Black Jack Taco features a…

Wendy's kicks off YouTube video contest

October 14, 2009

Wendy's has quietly launched a YouTube video contest, 30 Seconds of Wendy's. Promoted on the chain's e-club and YouTube channel, the contest invites consumers…

Fox apologizes, clarifies Burger King's role in Jessica Simpson fat-joke cartoon

October 14, 2009

The Fox Network has apologized for a cartoon skit mocking celebrity Jessica Simpson as part of Fox's NFLSunday pre-grame show last weekend, according to a…

Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas implements SecureConnect PCI compliance solution

October 14, 2009

Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas has taken steps to clear up PCI compliance concerns among its franchisees as owner/operators, who were given differing…

Eco-Products intros 24% recycled fiber hot cups

October 14, 2009

Eco-Products, a provider of environmentally conscious foodservice disposables, has announced the introduction of a hot beverage cup made with 24 percent…

Carl's Jr. continues to be hit by high unemployment in Calif.

October 13, 2009

CKE Restaurants Inc. has announced that Carl's Jr. continues to be impacted by high unemployment in California, where most of the chain's company-owned stores…

Carvel courts adult consumers with cheesecake ice cream

October 13, 2009

Carvel Ice Cream has introduced an ever-so-decadent new flavor, cheesecake ice cream. The flavorful, high-quality ice cream even has a cheesecake-like texture…

ICC launches Temp Minder line

October 13, 2009

Integrated Control Corp., a global leader in the field of food service technology solutions, is debuting its state-of-the art 2010 Temp Minder. The ICC Temp…

Q&A: QSR recruiting trending on Twitter

Chris Reed of Talent Revolution discusses how the social media tool is getting more attention as a means to attract more talent.

Poll finds Americans split on ads mentioning recession

October 13, 2009

As economic woes continue, companies have to decide how to deal with the issue of the recession in their advertising. Some ignore it and find different ways to…

Culver's, A&W focus on meals $4 or less

October 13, 2009

Subway introduced the $5 price point last year with its successful footlong campaign, and quick-service brands, from Blimpie Subs to KFC, were quick to follow…

MaggieMoo's intros Halloween ice cream cupcakes

October 12, 2009

MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery has introduced four new Halloween ice cream cupcakes. The new spooky but festive ice cream cupcakes include: Mummy Cupcake…

Tim Hortons opens first U.S. military base location

October 12, 2009

Tim Hortons Inc. has opened its first location at a U.S. military base, a 24-hour restaurant at the iconic U.S. army facility Ft. Knox in Kentucky.   Tim…