El Pollo Loco reviewing advertising plan

November 17, 2010

El Pollo Loco Inc. has tapped SelectResources International to conduct an advertising agency review that will include strategic marketing and communication…

McDonald's taps new communications director for NY region

November 17, 2010

Cheryll Forsatz has been named communications director for the McDonald's New York Metro Region. The newly created position entails advising the region's…

Del Taco takes on Texas

November 17, 2010

Del Taco has spread into the Dallas/Fort Worth area, with its first restaurant opening this week in Denton. The new unit features a contemporary aesthetic…

At your service: Popeyes franchisee adds Maitre'D

November 17, 2010

Sailormen Inc., the largest franchisee for Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, will install the Maitre'D Solution in its 141 units throughout the next two years. 

Sweet ride: CKE Restaurants' promo features Black Beauty car

November 17, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, is offering up a chance to win the Black Beauty Car from "The Green Hornet."

How company culture drives organic food innovation

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Can new food product innovation be driven through changing the corporate culture?

KFC searching for the $20,000 Tweet

November 16, 2010

KFC is adding a modern-day twist to its scholarship application program.

Burger King Corp. recognized for HR practices

November 16, 2010

Burger King corp. has been given the annual Best People Practices Award for Leadership and Excellence in Workforce Practices in the quick-service category.

Subway CDO to go undercover

November 16, 2010

Subway's chief development officer Don Fertman is about to go incognito to get a pulse on the chain's day-to-day operations. Fertman will appear on CBS…

Taco Bueno partners with Wireless Ronin for menu board initiative

November 16, 2010

Taco Bueno has embarked upon a digital menu board and promotional display initiative with the help of Wireless Ronin Technologies Inc.

Exit41 launches Facebook ordering app

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 16, 2010

Exit41 has officially launched a new web-based solution that will let Facebook fans of restaurant brands order meals via the social networking site. The app…

Dairy Queen marches to the Trusonic beat

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

QSR chain taps new in-store music provider.

On the hunt for McDonald's new McCafe item

November 15, 2010

The McDonald's McCafe line, which has exceeded expectations, already features selections for mocha and caramel lovers, including the iced mocha, mocha frappe…

Quiznos names head of operations

November 15, 2010

Former franchisee Michael Roper has been named chief operating officer of Quiznos worldwide. Roper has worked with the Quiznos brand for almost 12 years…

White Castle Cravers get their holiday wishes

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 15, 2010

White Castle is bringing back its flavored chicken rings and sweet potato fries just in time for the holiday season.

Chicago solidifies NRA show through 2016

November 15, 2010

The National Restaurant Association will continue to hold its annual NRA Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show and International Wine, Spirits & Beer event in the…

McDonald's marks sustainable partnership milestone

November 15, 2010

McDonald's Corp. has spent the past 20 years working with the Environmental Defense Fund to come up with environmentally friendly innovations.

What to consider before you Groupon

Successful restaurant marketing can increase guest counts, but if your restaurant is unprepared, it also could ruin your brand.

Bojangles prepping for its "Super Bo" party

November 14, 2010

Bojangles' is offering up a "Super Bo" party for the ultimate tailgater.

El Pollo Loco's 3Q practically stagnant

November 14, 2010

EPL Intermediate Inc., parent company of El Pollo Loco Inc., reported results for its third quarter ended Sept. 29.