Restaurant groups pen letter to Congress over corn ethanol proposal

December 11, 2013

A group of restaurant and foodservice organizations has signed a letter addressed to Congress this week, asking for the elimination of the corn ethanol mandate…

Sysco to buy US Foods

December 9, 2013

Sysco, one of the world's largest food supply companies, is taking over one of its major rivals — US Foods. Sysco is buying the privately owned company for…

Chick-fil-A dropping high-fructose corn syrup, dyes from menu

December 4, 2013

Chick-fil-A has committed to removing high-fructose corn syrup and artificial dyes from its menu. According to ABC News, the company's white buns contain HFCS…

Real-time analytics boost supply chain quality

Shifts in demand to healthier, fresher ingredients has created havoc for traditional supply chain management.

Ice-O-Matic launches line of under-counter machines

December 2, 2013

Ice-O-Matic, a manufacturer of ice machines and dispensers, has introduced a new line of compact, under-counter ice machines created for small space…

NYC restaurant owners voice opposition to foam foodservice ban

November 27, 2013

Earlier this week, restaurant owners in New York City spoke out against a bill to ban the sale of polystyrene foam foodservice at a public hearing at City Hall.

Henny Penny appoints new CFO

November 25, 2013

Foodservice equipment designer and manufacturer Henny Penny Corporation announced the promotion of Carolyn Wall to the position of chief financial officer.

Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon parent company names supply chain officer

November 21, 2013

Focus Brands Inc., parent company of Carvel, Cinnabon, Schlotzsky's, Moe's Southwest Grill, Auntie Anne's and McAlister's Deli, has named Barry Moullet as its…

KFC Australia offering free Wi-Fi

November 19, 2013

KFC Australia is now offering free Wi-Fi in its units by partnering with Aruba Networks to drive in-store engagement and deliver highly tailored interactions…

Restaurant organizations respond to EPA's Ethanol proposal

November 18, 2013

The Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to lower the biofuel-blending requirement, including corn-based ethanol, generated mixed responses from…

Veterans 4 Vending offers 10 percent startup discount to veterans

November 13, 2013

Carts Blanche LLC announced that it is offering U.S. military veterans a 10-percent discount on the purchase of VendaCarts Trailers through February 2014, as…

Poultry, pork costs expected to fall in 2014

Relief in beef costs isn't expected until mid-2015; but coffee, cheese and wheat will all fall in the New Year.

Captain D's unveils new design prototype

November 13, 2013

The Captain D's in Oakwood, Ga., was built from the ground up in the brand's new "Beach Model Design," making it the first restaurant in this image in the…

Wendy's recognizes top suppliers and distributors

November 13, 2013

Quality Supply Chain Co-op Inc., the independent purchasing cooperative for restaurants owned by The Wendy's Company and its franchisees, recently honored 1…

McDonald's rejects GMO apples

November 8, 2013

McDonald's this week declined use of the world's first genetically-modified apples — Arctic Apples. According to Food Safety News, McDonald's was joined by…

Wendy's introduces new brioche bun

November 7, 2013

Just this year, Wendy's has introduced pretzel buns and multigrain flatbreads to its menu, and now the brand is adding a new brioche bun. The buttery…

FDA aims to put transfat on the chopping block

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 7, 2013

The FDA today proposed guidelines to eliminate the use of transfats in the U.S. food supply.

KFC bows out of Syria due to war, operational hurdles

November 6, 2013

KFC closed its Damascus franchise in October, citing "operational difficulties" driven by the country's ongoing civil war and food shortages. According to the…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's starts baking buns in store

November 5, 2013

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's premium burger lines will soon be served on fresh baked buns. They are currently rolling out across the country at both chains.

Subway heats things up with Sriracha sauce

November 4, 2013

Subway has introduced two new sandwiches featuring Sriracha hot sauce. The proprietary sauce blending spicy chiles and garlic takes center stage on the new…