Ignite launches web-based local marketing solution

October 24, 2011

Ignite Local Marketing today launched the Ignite Engine, a Web-based toolkit that educates and empowers store managers of quick-service and fast casual…

NEXTEP launches self-service platform for foodservice industry

October 24, 2011

NEXTEP Systems, a provider of customer self-service ordering technology, has launched its Foundation5 foodservice technology platform.

Exploring the role food plays in patient health

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

The gap between food science and medical science presents a huge healthcare and business development opportunity.

El Pollo Loco brings back chicken carnitas

October 23, 2011

Because of popular demand, El Pollo Loco has reintroduced its Chicken Carnitas and Chicken Tamales.

The McRib returns to McDonald's menus

October 23, 2011

The fan-favorite McRib is back beginning today for a limited time in all participating McDonald's restaurants.

BK launches Chef's Choice Burger

October 23, 2011

Burger King today introduced its new BK Chef's Choice burger nationwide. The 5.5-ounce, flame-grilled burger features 100-percent ground chuck and is topped…

Popeyes' crawfish is back for a limited time

October 23, 2011

Popeyes is bringing back its Louisiana-inspired Annual Crawfish Festival for the third year. To celebrate, Popeyes' menus will feature a variety of Crawfish…

Dunkin' Brands names new board member

October 23, 2011

Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has appointed Joe Uva to its Board of Directors. Uva has more than 30 years…

Restaurants embracing demand for scratch cooking

Despite increased need for skilled labor and equipment, adding pure and real ingredients is worth it.

Don’t wait ‘til Halloween to ghost hunt

The assistant manager was in charge of inputting hours worked by employees into the back office system. She was very diligent in making sure employees were…

Proceeds from MonkeyMedia Software catering 'how to' to benefit Share Our Strength

October 20, 2011

A new book is now available to help multi-unit restaurant chains understand what it takes to develop a successful catering platform. Erle Dardick, the founder…

NRA names Christopher Melchert senior manager for Food Safety and Quality Assurance

October 20, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced the addition of Christopher Melchert as senior manager for Food Safety and Quality Assurance, a new position…

McDonald's earnings receive global boost

October 20, 2011

McDonald's Corporation has announced results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2011, driven by growth across all areas of the world. In constant…

Dunkin' Donuts brings back spooktacular offerings

October 19, 2011

As Halloween approaches, Dunkin' Donuts has brewed up a bewitching selection of treats to help guests celebrate the season.

McDonald's commits to sourcing sustainable palm oil

October 19, 2011

McDonald's Corporation has announced its membership in the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). The membership represents significant progress in the…

Subway continues commitment to Eco Restaurant model

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Sandwich chain now has 14 green units open, with more on the way.

Mobile inventory management helps control restaurant costs

October 18, 2011

ArrowStream, a provider of supply chain management technology and logistics services for the foodservice industry, has launched ArrowScan, a handheld scanning…

Runza using back-office system to cut costs

October 18, 2011

Runza Restaurants, a regional Midwest chain of 82 quick-serve restaurants, is implementing The CrunchTime back-office solution to help control food and labor…

Sonic's year-end results are in the black

October 18, 2011

Sonic Corp., the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, has announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Aug. 31. The company…

Study: Social media inspires consumers to spend more

October 18, 2011

Consumers exposed to social content are significantly more likely to increase their spending and consumption than those who aren't exposed, according to final…