Chick-fil-A's 2013 cow calendar includes digital gift card

November 5, 2012

Chick-fil-A's 2013 cow calendar is now available, with the brand's "Eat Mor Chikin" cows saluting 12 of history's most famous "moonarchs."

Sonic rolls out two premium chicken sandwiches

November 5, 2012

Sonic has introduced two new premium chicken sandwiches — a limited-time Asiago Caesar Chicken Sandwich and an "improved" Classic Chicken Sandwich.

McDonald's makes donation for Hurricane Sandy relief

November 5, 2012

McDonald's Corporation announced it will contribute to Hurricane Sandy disaster relief efforts with a donation of $500,000 to the American Red Cross.

Rita's Italian Ice debuts York Peppermint flavor

November 5, 2012

Rita's Italian Ice has introduced a new flavor for the holidays — The York Peppermint milkshake and sundae will be available now through Dec. 31.

Auntie Anne's to be spotlighted on reality show

November 5, 2012

Auntie Anne's will be one of two restaurant concepts spotlighted during the first season of a new reality television series on A&E called "Be the Boss."

Restaurant marketing calendars include Election Day promotions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Many chains are giving away freebies to customers who can prove they voted.

Tim Hortons kick starts Canadian mobile payments industry

November 2, 2012

The chain also just announced it was rolling out contactless payments by the end of the year.

Subway introduces Steak Melts collection

November 2, 2012

Subway has launched three new sandwiches as part of its Steak Melts Collection. They include the Chipotle Steak & Cheese; Big Philly Cheesesteak; and Steak…

Largest McDonald's franchisee impacted by slow Brazilian economy

November 2, 2012

Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc., Latin America's largest restaurant chain and the world's largest McDonald's franchisee, today reported its results for Q3 ended…

Tim Hortons introduces single-serve coffee line

November 2, 2012

As the single-serve coffee segment accelerates from Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks' K-Cup presence, Tim Hortons is now set to compete for its share of the…

Seafood supplier earns Arby's achievement award

November 2, 2012

Massachusetts-based High Liner Foods, a North American seafood supplier, has been awarded a Red Hat Supplier Achievement Award by Arby's Restaurant Group Inc.

Engage customers with social tools to bring in their friends

by Jitendra Gupta — Mobile CRM Director, Punchh

It's been said that it takes a village to raise a child, but restaurateurs know it takes at least a community that large to grow just one business. It makes…

4 new technologies now serving restaurants

CEOs tell you why your restaurants need new solutions.

Baskin-Robbins introduces franchise incentive for veterans

November 1, 2012

Baskin-Robbins announced today that it has launched a new veteran incentive program that supports U.S. military veterans seeking to open a Baskin-Robbins…

Greenpeace declares victory with KFC UK packaging commitment

November 1, 2012

Environmental organization Greenpeace has declared a win over KFC UK & Ireland this week, after the company committed to excluding packaging suppliers who…

Tim Hortons opens first 'fly-in' location

November 1, 2012

When it comes to exploring non-traditional locations, Tim Hortons has flown to new heights. This week, the chain unveiled its first "fly-in" franchise in…

Nathan's Famous new food trucks drive revenue increase

November 1, 2012

Nathan's Famous Inc. reported its results for the second quarter ended Sept. 23, including a revenue increase of nearly 12 percent compared to last year.

Arby's raises record amount for childhood hunger fight

November 1, 2012

In its six-week-long fundraiser for the Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry campaign, Arby's restaurants raised a system record of $2.5 million.

Restaurant apps evolve into interactive information providers

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Informational apps are more effective at impacting purchasing decisions than entertainment apps.

Despite softer September sales, restaurant operators more optimistic

October 31, 2012

As a result of softer same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) declined in…