Carl's Jr. honors founders through scholarship fund

January 3, 2012

Carrying on its commitment to advanced education, Carl’s Jr. has announced the commencement of its 13th annual Carl N. and Margaret Karcher Founders…

Baskin-Robbins launches first new flavor of new year

January 3, 2012

Baskin-Robbins has introduced its first new flavor of 2012 and the latest addition to the BRight Choices line. The new flavor, Berry Nut Honey Frozen Yogurt…

Dunkin' Brands signs exclusive agreement with franchisee co-op

January 3, 2012

Dunkin' Brands Inc., the parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, and National DCP LLC, a Dunkin' Donuts franchisee-owned cooperative, has…

NPD: Global restaurant visits weak in Q3

January 3, 2012

Low consumer confidence and the stressed global economy were reflected in weak foodservice traffic numbers in most countries around the world in the quarter…

Ring in 2012 with organic food innovation

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

I predict that 2012 will be a banner year for Organic Food Product Innovation, and those who sit on the sidelines will miss the opportunity to strike gold in…

McDonald's tests geotargeted mobile marketing

January 2, 2012

To boost sales of its McCafe beverage line and drive in-store traffic, McDonald's has launched a geotargeted promotion that uses mobile ads to reach potential…

Dunkin' Donuts starts 2012 with Twitter contest

January 2, 2012

To kick off 2012, Dunkin' Donuts is inviting Americans to submit a tweet to @DunkinDonuts on Twitter, using the special hashtag #DDSMARTY, sharing one smart…

McDonald's tops 2011 Dow Jones performances

December 27, 2011

With the year's trading nearly complete, McDonald's Corp. has topped all Dow Jones stocks with a 2011 gain of 30.47 percent.

Burger King partners with Spanish gas station

December 27, 2011

Repsol YPF SA has signed an agreement with Burger King to start selling the chain's products at its gas stations in Spain, according to new outlet Expansion.

Wrestling with a million dollar baby - skimming

The restaurant industry is rife with ways to lose profitability. Just when you think you have things buttoned up, a new twist comes along that can threaten…

Gluten free goes mainstream

Gluten-free menu claims have grown 114 percent over the last three years, proving that consumers beyond those diagnosed with celiac disease are eating…

Wendy's returns to Japan

December 26, 2011

The Wendy's Company has announced the grand opening of the first joint venture Wendy's restaurant in Japan, located in Tokyo's Omotesando area.

Quiznos reaches deal to avoid bankruptcy

December 26, 2011

Quiznos has reached an agreement with a significant majority of its first- and second-lien lenders on a consensual financial restructuring plan that will…

A&W Restaurants transaction complete

December 26, 2011

A&W Restaurants Inc. has officially been acquired by A Great American Brand LLC, a partnership of domestic and international A&W Restaurant…

McDonald's plans big expansion in India

December 26, 2011

McDonald's plans to double its unit count in the India market within the next three years. This would put the total number of restaurants at 500.

Subway plans to open 2,500 stores in 2012

December 26, 2011

Subway Restaurants opened more than 2,100 locations in 2011, adding a total of 21,000 jobs globally.

2012 will be the year of more information

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Miniature portions, specialty beverages are among the trends to watch.

McDonald's releases 2011 sustainability progress report

December 21, 2011

McDonald's Corporation has released its 2011 Sustainability Scorecard and reinforced its commitment to mainstreaming sustainability through its collaboration…

How Wendy's dethroned The King

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Burger King's identity crisis in 2008 and the commensurate sales slide left the chain vulnerable for a revolution.

White Castle testing the sale of beer and wine

December 20, 2011

White Castle's Sliders at a Lafayette, Ind., restaurant can now be washed down with a cold beer. The chain is testing a Blaze Modern BBQ concept in that market…