News
Sonic increases share repurchase program
January 18, 2013
Sonic Corp.'s board of directors increased its share repurchase authorization from $40 million to $55 million.
read nowYelp to include restaurant health inspection scores
January 18, 2013
San Francisco Mayor Edwin M. Lee, chairman of the US Conference of Mayors Technology and Innovation Task Force, and Yelp CEO and co-founder Jeremy Stoppelman…
read nowCulver's, Chick-fil-A score high among consumers
January 17, 2013
Market research firm Technomic Inc. has presented its inaugural Chain Restaurant Consumers' Choice Award winners. Selected by consumers, the winners were…
read now
McDonald's adds QR codes to packaging for access to nutritional info
January 17, 2013
Cups and carry-out bags also feature brand stories through a blend of text and illustrations.
read nowWhataburger readies for operations, customer service competition
January 17, 2013
One-hundred Whataburger restaurants have been named as semifinalists in the company's "WhataGames" competition, held to test the skills of team members in…
read nowBen & Jerry's commits to fairtrade program for 2013
January 17, 2013
Ben & Jerry's announced that its fairtrade program will be its primary values led sourcing (VLS) endeavor for 2013.
read nowWendy's 2012 included record average annual restaurant sales
January 17, 2013
The Wendy's Company reported preliminary, unaudited results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Dec. 30, 2012. The company plans to release its…
read now
Arby's pushes sandwich through social media gaming campaign
January 17, 2013
The chain is hoping gamification component will drive loyalty.
read nowFiesta Restaurant Group names new chief people officer
January 17, 2013
Fiesta Restaurant Group Inc., parent company of Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana, has named Nancy Clark as vice president — chief people officer, effective…
read nowFiscal Cliff debate stifles franchise growth in December
January 16, 2013
The Franchise Business fell in December for a second straight month as the possibility of tax hikes associated with the fiscal cliff weighed on franchise…
read nowKrispy Kreme adopts plan to avoid takeover
January 16, 2013
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc.'s board of directors have adopted a tax asset protection plan intended to preserve the long-term value of the company's federal net…
read nowBaskin-Robbins hosting weekly BOGO deals
January 16, 2013
Baskin-Robbins is kicking off the New Year with a weekly "Buy One Get One Free" two-scoop sundae offer at participating shops nationwide.
read nowWendy's steps up digital marketing with new menu launch
January 16, 2013
With the launch of its new Right Price Right Size value menu, Wendy's has added a "Claim Your Taste" digital experience (claimyourtaste.com) that has already…
read nowWhite Castle adds Facebook app invitation to Valentine's Day promo
January 16, 2013
White Castle is planning its annual Valentine's Day promotion, which includes table-side service and themed decorations for couples that make reservations.
read nowLong John Silver's updates menu for first time in a decade
January 16, 2013
Long John Silver's has added new items to its menu, marking the chain's first major change to its offerings in more than a decade. According to Louisville…
read nowApplebee's operator acquires 76-unit Taco Bell franchisee
January 15, 2013
Greg Flynn, founder, chairman and CEO of Applebee's franchisee Apple American Group, has created Flynn Restaurant Group LLC after acquiring Southern Bells…
read nowMcDonald's Australia installs DNA spray to deter robberies
January 15, 2013
McDonald's units in Sydney Australia have partnered with British company SelectaDNA to install a security system that sprays thieves with a "non-toxic solution…
read nowA&W selects new creative agency of record
January 15, 2013
A&W Restaurants Inc. has selected Cornett Integrated Marketing Solutions as its creative agency of record.
read nowCarl's Jr., Hardee's franchisee selects Envysion video provider
January 15, 2013
Envysion Inc., a Managed Video as a Service (MVaaS) provider, announced that Jason and Carl LeVecke have selected Envysion as their exclusive video provider…
read nowCKE Restaurants yields utility savings from energy management partnership
January 15, 2013
Ecova, a total energy and sustainability management company, has announced that CKE Restaurants, parent company of Hardee's and Carl's Jr. chains, has…
read nowSubscribe
Get the latest news and resources from QSR Web.
Recent Posts
