McDonald's Monopoly game subject of lawsuit

November 29, 2011

McDonald's is being sued by LaserLock Technologies Inc. for patent infringement. At issue is the technology McDonald's uses to avoid fraud in its Monopoly game.

Happy Meal toy ban ready to take effect; McDonald's finds loophole

November 29, 2011

San Francisco's long battle over kids' meal marketing is nearly over. Or, perhaps, just beginning.

Burger King launches new french fries

November 29, 2011

Continuing its comprehensive menu enhancements put into place by new owner 3G Capital, Burger King has launched new french fries.

New ad agency to focus on QSR, fast casual growth strategies

November 28, 2011

The Good Eats Agency has officially opened its doors in New York and will focus on advertising and marketing campaigns designed to strategically position…

FastCasual.com publishes Restaurant State of the Industry Report 2012: Workforce Management

November 28, 2011

FastCasual.com has published its Restaurant State of the Industry Report 2012: Workforce Management, which provides a comprehensive view of hiring, retention…

KFC Canada offering holiday deals

November 28, 2011

KFC Canada has introduced a holiday deal that can be redeemed in the New Year. Customers who buy a 3-piece "Festive Meal for One" from now through Dec. 31 will…

Krispy Kreme rolls out seasonal doughnuts

November 28, 2011

Krispy Kreme has added three festive holiday doughnuts to the menu, including the new Red Velvet Cake, classic Snowman and Chocolate Iced with Holiday…

Doc Popcorn selects pcAmerica Restaurant Express POS system

November 28, 2011

Doc Popcorn, a growing national popcorn franchise, has chosen pcAmerica's Restaurant Pro Express POS package to replace its electronic cash registers.

Dunkin' Brands continues expansion, targets Louisiana

November 28, 2011

Dunkin' Brands, the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has announced that it has signed agreements to develop 25 new Dunkin' Donuts and two…

NRA show to debut Healthier Kids Fare pavilion

November 28, 2011

This year's National Restaurant Association's Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, May 5-8, will feature a new pavilion focused entirely on healthful children's…

Webinar: NEC, Digital Signage Today hosting 'Creating a Memorable Drive-Thru Experience with Digital Signage'

November 28, 2011

NEC Display Solutions of America Inc. and DigitalSignageToday.com are hosting a live webinar event, "Creating a Memorable Drive-Thru Experience with Digital…

Tim Hortons holiday promo features $25K in giveaways

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 28, 2011

Tim Hortons Café and Bake Shop kicked off its holiday promotion program over Thanksgiving and Black Friday, giving away cash prizes in the chain's heaviest…

Krispy Kreme names new president

November 27, 2011

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has named Kenneth A. May as its new president and chief operating officer. May, 51, will report to James H. Morgan, CEO, and will…

Dunkin' Donuts names new loyalty marketing firm

November 27, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts has hired Publicus Groupe's Digitas to head up its loyalty marketing duties. The Boston-based agency's portfolio also includes American Express…

McDonald's Europe vows to promote only nutritious items online

November 27, 2011

McDonald's Europe has vowed to promote only nutritious items on its website. The QSR giant is one of 19 companies, along with Coca-Cola, Nestle and Mars, to…

Del Taco launches online store

November 22, 2011

Del Taco has launched an online web store featuring merchandise such as shirts and hats, gift cards and hot sauce.

Dunkin' Donuts Twitter promotion kicks off holiday season

November 22, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts is hosting a Twitter promotion on Black Friday giving fans the chance to win a Keurig brewer and a box of Dunkin' Donuts K-Cup packs.

Brazilian KFC, Pizza Hut franchisee posts positive sales again

November 22, 2011

Brazil Fast Food Corp., the second largest QSR chain in Brazil with 846 points of sale, including KFC and Pizza Hut São Paulo has announced financial results…

Taco Bell eliminates 100+ jobs

November 21, 2011

Taco Bell, headquartered in Irvine, Calif., has eliminated 105 positions.

Yum! Brands creates separate India division

November 21, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has reorganized its Yum! Restaurants International division (YRI) to continue to drive aggressive international expansion.