Popeyes teams up with Zatarain's for butterfly shrimp promo

June 22, 2012

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., has partnered with another traditional New Orleans brand for the launch of its new Zatarain's…

Customer feedback provides key for location-specific improvements

By reading and understanding credible mentions online and translating it into location-specific data, restaurant executives can understand the real issues that…

McDonald’s reminds us that food photography is an art, and transparency is in

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Transparency is a big deal in the age of immediacy and social networking, and the company answered a tricky question with refreshing honesty.

Dairy Queen to plant flag in New York City

June 22, 2012

Dairy Queen's 6,200 units are located in 20 countries around the world, but the brand doesn't exist in New York City. That is soon set to change.

McDonald's unveils eco-friendly uniforms for Olympics

June 22, 2012

McDonald's has unveiled its employee uniforms for the London Summer Olympic Games – the company's first sustainable uniforms.

Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon debut in Jamaica

June 22, 2012

Tourists traveling through the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica, can now enjoy Cinnabon cinnamon rolls and Auntie Anne's hand-rolled soft…

NRA partners with Canadian association to launch sustainability program

June 22, 2012

The National Restaurant Association has announced its partnership with the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association (CRFA) to launch a Canadian version…

Feds charge a suspected major cyber thief

by Brad Cyprus — Chief of Security and Compliance, Vendor Safe Technologies

Everyone in retail can breathe a little easier today knowing that federal authorities have charged David Benjamin Schrooten, or as he is known in cyber space…

Seattle's Best expands commuter concept in NY

June 21, 2012

Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, has announced that its commuter-centric concept menu will be featured in a new Brooklyn, N.Y., franchise…

White Castle's sandwich concept to open second location

June 21, 2012

Deckers, a concept owned by White Castle that sells panini sandwiches, soups and salads, has plans to open in Louisville, Ky., in the fall.

Layered daypart promotions boost Sonic's bottom line

June 21, 2012

Sonic Corp. has announced results for its third fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2012.

Rita's Italian Ice partners with Children's Museum of Philadelphia

June 21, 2012

The Please Touch Museum at the Children’s Museum of Philadelphia now features an interactive Rita’s Italian Ice exhibit. 

Krispy Kreme promotes frozen beverages for summer

June 21, 2012

Krispy Kreme is offering seven varieties of its frozen Chillers and blended beverages for the summer. All are available at participating U.S. and Canada…

Tim Hortons celebrates 500th restaurant in Quebec

June 21, 2012

Tim Hortons is celebrating its 500th restaurant in its fastest growing region – Quebec. The milestone unit is located in St. Adele, in the Laurentians, and is…

Retail vs. restaurant competition heats up

June 21, 2012

The daily mealtime competition between restaurants and retailers has become more intense in the past two years, as economic conditions have affected…

Delphi introduces new order confirmation system

June 21, 2012

Delphi Display Systems Inc. has introduced its latest model Order Confirmation display technology, called Endura, for improving order accuracy and…

Cousins Subs marks 40th anniversary with Mustang giveaway

June 21, 2012

Wisconsin-based Cousins Subs is hosting the "Better Day Giveaway" in celebration of its 40th anniversary. The giveaway runs through Aug. 13 and offers fans the…

Burger King, Cosi franchisee implements PCI security solution

June 21, 2012

C.R. Restaurant Inc., a multi-unit franchisee in the quick-serve and fast casual market, has implemented SecureConnect managed security solutions in all 30 of…

Food allergies hit more city kids

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Food allergies and special dining needs are rising, so it's important for restaurants to learn how to cater to this growing demographic.

The next steps of a soon-to-franchise restaurant company

by Harold Kestenbaum — Partner, Gordon & Rees, LLP

In my last blog, I discussed what to do once you decide to franchise your restaurant. Now that you've taken those next steps, where do you go from here? The…