QSR revenue source with many happy returns: Tapping into office-based networks

Reliable revenue is the name of the game in creating stability in the highly competitive QSR sector. Fortunately, one of the best sources of regular business…

The QSR Delivery Decision: 5 factors to know before you hit the road

The road can be paved with gold for QSRs who successfully implement food delivery. But the key word there is "successfully." Before you take your brand on a…

Popeyes signs deal to open in Philippines

August 17, 2018

Popeyes has entered into a master franchise agreement with Kuya J Holdings Group Inc. to develop the Popeyes brand in the Philippines, a news release said.

McDonald's kicks it up a notch with new chicken LTO

August 17, 2018

McDonald's is adding a new chicken offering to the menu for a limited time in the U.S. Sweet N' Spicy Honey BBQ Glazed Tenders become available the week of…

Taco Bell 'lights Ohio's fire' with 2 new test fries

August 16, 2018

The Midwestern cities of Cincinnati and Columbus Ohio will be the test grounds for Taco Bell's latest takes on spicy fries. The chain will starts tests today…

Cinnabon partners with Holiday Inn Express on breakfast

August 16, 2018

Cinnabon has struck up a novel approach to getting the brand out to the masses through a partnership with Holiday Inn Express. The relationship will put…

Arby's parent company pays $450 million for Wendy's stake in brands

August 16, 2018

The owner of Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings and R Taco — Inspire Brands — is buying back Wendy's 12.3 percent ownership stake in the brand for $450 million.

Food Network's former marketing maven offers best branding strategies at October Fast Casual Executive Summit

As the former marketing and branding executive for food media powerhouses like Food Network and the Cooking Channel, Susie Fogelson has a lot to share with…

MOD Pizza CEO finds workforce wealth in marginalized workers

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

MOD Pizza CEO Scott Svenson sits down with Pizza Marketplace Editor Shelly Whitehead to provide some background on how some of society's most marginalized…

Panda Express uses popular LTO to usher in new app

August 15, 2018

Panda Express is bringing back a fall favorite, Honey Sesame Chicken Breast, for a limited time and using the opportunity to launch the chain's new app, a news…

McDonald's invests billions into kiosk-heavy remodels in 6,000-plus US stores

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

McDonald's Corporation is spending $6 billion to revamp more than 6,000 stores throughout the U.S. in hopes of transforming itself into an efficiency expert's…

Canada's Mary Brown chain begins Walmart partnership

August 14, 2018

Canadian chicken QSR, Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters, opened its first Walmart location this month in Sylvan Lake, Alberta. The development marks the…

QSR money-saver: The overlooked elements of distributor audits

by Andrew Rosenbloom — Director of Marketing, Consolidated Concepts

In an analysis of distributor and vendor invoices, 35 percent were found to have errors. That's money you're leaving on the table. Here are some ideas on how…

Study: Most QSRs aren't 'cool' — why that's a problem

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Here's the bad news for QSRs: Most brands are not cool. That's the conclusion that research consultancy, Magid, recently came to after surveying 6,800 diners…

DoorDash offers subscriptions, pick-up options

August 9, 2018

Restaurant delivery service, DoorDash, said this week it is now offering a subscriber model as well as a call-ahead/pick-up option with its restaurants.

McDonald's Chicago uses kiosks to boost traffic, jobs

August 9, 2018

McDonald's will be employing more people when it reopens its flagship store in Chicago today. The newly remodeled store offers self-serve kiosks, mobile…

The digital signage trifecta: 3 key pre-deployment decisions

Three key considerations you must know before you go headlong into your new or next digital signage solution.

Subway partners with global food network to innovate 'locally relevant' menus

August 7, 2018

Gobal QSR chains often face challenges when it comes to developing trendy menus, but Subway hopes to overcome them by partnering with an online food and travel…

2 ways to 'lengthen' loyalty without cutting into your bottom line

by Dave Bennett — President & CEO, Mirus Restaurant Solutions

Mirus' Dave Bennett highlights what you and your brand can do to maximize the benefits of your loyalty program.

KFC dubs Seinfeld's 'George' as new 'Harland'

August 6, 2018

The actor, who will eternally be "George" to old Seinfeld addicts, is now turning into "Harland," as in Col. Harland Sanders. Actor, comedian and director…