Tim Hortons thanks veterans with free donut

November 4, 2013

For Veterans' Day, Nov. 11, Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop is giving all active and inactive U.S. military veterans a free donut to thank them for their…

McDonald's to test packaged coffee in the retail space

October 31, 2013

McDonald's McCafe products will be available in select grocery and retail locations in the U.S. beginning in 2014. According to the Chicago Tribune, McDonald's…

Tim Hortons testing dark roast coffee in U.S. and Canada

October 28, 2013

Tim Hortons is testing a new blend of dark roast coffee in two markets — London, Ontario, and Columbus, Ohio — for the first time in its 49-year history.

Krispy Kreme plans Taiwan debut in December

October 23, 2013

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts plans to debut in Taiwan in December. Focus Taiwan's news site reports that the brand's Facebook page posted: "Coming to Taipei in…

Jack in the Box extends coffee line for first time ever

October 21, 2013

Jack in the Box is now offering a trio of seasonal beverages featuring pumpkin spice flavor. For a limited time, pumpkin spice hot and iced coffees and pumpkin…

How to add the right beverages and desserts to the menu mix

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Don't be bullied into doing something just because a competitor is doing it well.

McDonald's Germany names new CEO

October 10, 2013

McDonald's Corp. has a new CEO for its Germany system. The chain announced that Holger Beeck, 54, will take over the role at the end of November.

Krispy Kreme plants flag in Singapore

October 9, 2013

A year after signing an agreement with Star360 Group, Krispy Kreme is set to open its first shop in Singapore on Oct. 12. Southeast Asia retailer Andy Chaw is…

Krispy Kreme debuts retail coffee offering

October 8, 2013

Krispy Kreme announced today that its packaged ground coffee is now available at select Sam' s Club locations throughout the Southeast.

Krispy Kreme's Halloween lineup returns

October 3, 2013

Krispy Kreme's seasonal Krispy Skremes doughnuts are back and available through Oct. 31.The brand's annual lineup includes a Jack-o-Lantern, Spider Web and…

Canadian QSRs offer close look at mobile payments

MasterPass has been live in Canada since March, and most cashiers generally know how to use it, though curiosity persists.

Coffee takes center stage in QSR space

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

From giveaways to product rollouts, National Coffee Day is a reason to celebrate.

Tim Hortons marks National Coffee Day with BOGO deal

September 20, 2013

Tim Hortons Café & Bake Shops will offer its U.S. guests a free coffee with the purchase of another coffee during National Coffee Day Sept. 29.

Keurig to open brick-and-mortar coffee store

September 18, 2013

As the popularity of single-cup beverages grows thanks to major brands such as Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks carrying such offerings, Green Mountain Coffee…

Dunkin' Donuts breaks into UK market

September 12, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts announced that it has signed agreements with two franchise groups to begin developing restaurants in the United Kingdom. The two agreements call…

Krispy Kreme rewarding customers who talk like a pirate

September 5, 2013

International Talk Like a Pirate Day is Sept. 19 and once again Krispy Kreme will offer a free doughnut to those who participate.

Krispy Kreme introduces pumpkin cheesecake flavor

September 3, 2013

Krispy Kreme has rolled out its fall lineup, including the pumpkin spice and new pumpkin cheesecake doughnuts, available now through Nov. 27 in the U.S. and…

McDonald's restaurants launch $1 any size coffee

September 3, 2013

McDonald's restaurants throughout Sacramento, Stockton and Modesto, Calif., as well as Northern Nevada (Lake Tahoe and Truckee), began offering $1 any size…

Krispy Kreme's sales jump via 'inspired marketing'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company is growing its domestic and international footprint through a smaller, cheaper prototype.

Krispy Kreme turns to Pinterest for product announcement

August 21, 2013

Krispy Kreme took to social media Tuesday to hint about its upcoming fall lineup. The company posted a teaser on its Facebook page that said: "Psssst... Want a…