Pretzelmaker launches online holiday sweepstakes

November 30, 2011

Pretzelmaker has launched a new online sweepstakes just in time for the holidays – the TWISTED 20 Giveaway.

McDonald's, Living Social offering 'largest daily deal ever'

November 30, 2011

McDonald's USA and LivingSocial are teaming up to offer what they are calling the largest national QSR daily deal ever.

Krispy Kreme Q3 profit nearly doubles

November 30, 2011

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has reported financial results for its third quarter of fiscal 2012, ended Oct. 30, 2011, which included $4.7 million in net…

Subway offering $2 subs for Customer Appreciation Month

November 30, 2011

Subway is offering 6-inch Cold Cut Combos and Meatball Marinara subs for $2 throughout the month of December.

Tasti D-Lite acquires Planet Smoothie

November 30, 2011

Tennessee-based Tasti D-Lite, a frozen dessert chain catering to health-conscious consumers, has announced the acquisition of Planet Smoothie LLC, a franchise…

Restaurant industry donates $3 billion annually

November 30, 2011

As part of its ongoing campaign to tell the story of America’s restaurants, the National Restaurant Association has unveiled its latest “America Works Here…

Kitchens with Confidence launches gluten-free, allergy-free webinar

November 29, 2011

Kitchens with Confidence LLC has announced the launch of an online 90-minute interactive webinar focused on gluten- and allergy-free dining. AllerTrain, a…

TCBY opens three units this week

November 29, 2011

TCBY continues its aggressive expansion plan, opening three new units this week alone, one each in Fort Collins, Colo., its 15th in the state; Columbia, S.C.…

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…