NRA adds supply chain management to conference series

November 15, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has formed an Executive Study Group to address the many issues surrounding supply chain management.

LivingSocial tests instant ordering and delivery features for restaurants

November 14, 2011

LivingSocial has launched a test of new food ordering and delivery features as part of its LivingSocial Instant service. Starting today, LivingSocial members…

Keurig Brewers now available at Dunkin' Donuts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 14, 2011

Beginning today and continuing through the year, participating Dunkin' Donuts restaurants will sell the Keurig Elite Brewing System.

President of Wendy's North America departing

November 14, 2011

The Wendy's Company has announced that David Karam, president of North America, will be leaving the company, effective as of the end of 2011. Karam intends to…

KFC names new head of marketing

November 14, 2011

KFC has named Jason Marker as its chief marketing officer in the U.S. Marker began his duties last week, after spending 18 months as vice president of global…

Dunkin' franchisee selects MyRadio music provider

November 14, 2011

DBI Stores LLC, a Dunkin' Donuts franchisee, has selected MyRadio as its music service provider for use in all company-owned stores in Texas.

Bojangles' offers gift card promotion for new opening

November 14, 2011

Franchisee 7Bo of Central Florida will celebrate the grand opening of its new Bojangles' location in St. Cloud, Fla., with a $25 gift card giveaway Nov. 17.

Subway Café concept expands into California

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 14, 2011

Subway Restaurants' Subway Café concept has expanded into the California market. The first opened in September in downtown San Diego, and another is set to…

Jersey Mike's passes Komen fundraising goal

November 13, 2011

Jersey Mike's recently made two big charitable donations, including $1.1 million to the Susan G. Komen For the Cure organization, and $100,000 to Wreaths…

Snapfinger launches group ordering feature

November 13, 2011

Snapfinger, a provider of remote Web and mobile ordering and pre-payment services for the restaurant industry, has launched a new group ordering feature.

McDonald's new contest focuses on french fries

November 13, 2011

To celebrate its Zagat-winning french fries, McDonald's has kicked off its "You Want McDonald's Fries With That" contest and weekly drawing for a chance to win…

Sonic's Limeades for Learning sets record

November 13, 2011

Sonic Drive-In customers voted in record numbers for this year's Limeades for Learning initiative, resulting in 1,471 projects funded and $714,230 in donations.

McDonald's Australia deploys Unisys end-user support

November 13, 2011

Pennsylvania-based Unisys Corp. announced that its Australian and New Zealand subsidiaries have signed agreements with McDonald's to provide end-user IT…

Popeyes brings back Cajun Style Turkeys

November 13, 2011

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is again offering its Cajun Style Turkeys through December, or until supplies last.

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Cold Stone Creamery launches OLO mobile ordering

November 10, 2011

Cold Stone Creamery deployed a mobile ordering application this week, expanding the chain's online ordering service. The platform was created by OLO Online…

Subway development company raises $300K for diabetes

November 10, 2011

The staff of McLean, Va.-based Subway Development Corporation of Washington (SDC) recently hosted their 14th annual Charity Golf Tournament, with proceeds…

Verizon Center QSRs equipped with digital menu boards

November 10, 2011

The restaurant brands at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., have been equipped with Noventri digital menu boards.

No signs of slowing down for McDonald's in 2012

November 10, 2011

McDonald's Corp. stock has risen more than 20 percent so far this year, and the company has no intentions of slowing down in 2012. During its investor meeting…

Jack in the Box launches ornament fundraiser

November 9, 2011

Jack in the Box restaurants is now selling limited-edition $1 ornaments featuring a Jack-style head wearing a green and white cap and pointy elf ears.