Dan Cathy takes the reins at Chick-fil-A

November 8, 2013

Truett Cathy, founder of Chick-fil-A, has stepped down as CEO and chairman. He will be replaced by his son, Dan Cathy, who previously served as COO.

Hardee's franchise group raises money for Virginia Special Olympics

November 7, 2013

Hardee's restaurants owned and operated by Boddie-Noell Enterprises, the largest Hardee's franchise operator in the U.S., recently raised more than $74,000 for…

Affordable Health Benefits Coalition launches

November 7, 2013

The Affordable Health Benefits Coalition has been launched by a group of organizations, including the National Council of Chain Restaurants, with the common…

Wendy's introduces new brioche bun

November 7, 2013

Just this year, Wendy's has introduced pretzel buns and multigrain flatbreads to its menu, and now the brand is adding a new brioche bun. The buttery…

FDA aims to put transfat on the chopping block

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 7, 2013

The FDA today proposed guidelines to eliminate the use of transfats in the U.S. food supply.

Auntie Anne's new baking kit hits Target shelves

November 7, 2013

Auntie Anne's Pretzels has entered into an agreement with national retailers Target and Michael's, to carry its newly designed Pretzels & More Homemade…

Del Taco aims at fast casual segment with 'Epic Burrito' launch

November 7, 2013

Del Taco seems to have Chipotle in its target with today's launch of its Epic Burritos line; three new burritos that range from 14 to 18.5 ounces in weight and…

Demand for spicy food on the rise

November 7, 2013

A new report from market research firm Technomic shows that most consumers are willing to try a new menu item with an "innovative flavor," and are more likely…

Popcorn snack concept hopes to pop up nationwide

November 7, 2013

Poppin' Kettle Natural Popcorn has made its debut at the Westfield Meriden Mall in Connecticut, and Franchisee Jeff O'Loughlin and Franchisor Chris Gregoris…

NRA now accepting nominations for Operator Innovation Awards

November 7, 2013

The National Restaurant Association is now accepting nominations for the third annual Operator Innovations Awards, which celebrate restaurant operators who are…

Cousins Subs heats up menu with chipotle

November 7, 2013

It's getting hot in the QSR space as brands from Sonic to Subway are adding some spice to their menus.

Innovative Restaurant Consulting names preferred payment processor

November 6, 2013

Innovative Restaurant, an Atlanta-based restaurant consulting firm, has selected Sterling Payment Technologies as its preferred Aldelo payment-processing…

NoWait offers Rezbook customers free trial

November 6, 2013

The restaurant seating management service NoWait has announced an offer to clients of Rezbook, which was acquired by OpenTable, to switch from the Rezbook…

Subway partners with Feeding America to curb hunger

November 6, 2013

Tying in its recently announced Hunger Games promotion, Subway has partnered with Feeding America in an effort to donate 1 million meals to those in need.

Rise and shine: Whataburger's pancake mix hits retail channel

November 6, 2013

Whataburger's signature pancake mix is now for sale on the company's website, Whataburger.com.

Burger King's Big King burger returns for good

November 6, 2013

Burger King's Big King burger is back on the menu, this time as a permanent offering.

Jersey Mike's new mobile app includes ordering, loyalty program

November 6, 2013

Jersey Mike's has launched a new smartphone app for iPhone that includes digital ordering and loyalty program management. An Android app will also be available…

Quiznos signs multi-unit deal in Indonesia

November 6, 2013

Following expansion into Mexico, Russia and the United Arab Emirates, Quiznos has signed a multi-unit agreement with franchisee PT Quiznosindo to grow the…

KFC bows out of Syria due to war, operational hurdles

November 6, 2013

KFC closed its Damascus franchise in October, citing "operational difficulties" driven by the country's ongoing civil war and food shortages. According to the…

Fiesta Group reports strong Q3 results

November 6, 2013

Revenues are up for Fiesta Restaurant Group, parent company of Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana. The chain reported that total revenues increased 9.8 percent to…