From the NRA Show floor: Optimism and investment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile, digital signage solutions on trend as the technology pavilion continues to grow.

Bread carriers help operators stand out in the crowded sandwich space

Away-from-home sandwich purchases are up because of consumer demand for lower prices, more variety, fresher and healthier items and flexible portions.

McDonald's UK invites consumers to scout supply chain

May 14, 2013

McDonald's UK has launched a new program called 'Quality Scouts', which invites members of the public to "go behind the scenes and report back on how some of…

Wendy's signature Frosty now available in waffle cone

May 14, 2013

Wendy's signature Frosty is now available in a waffle cone. The treat is made the same way, with milk, cream and 100-percent cocoa, and is available in vanilla…

Groupon expands POS Suite with Breadcrumb app

May 14, 2013

Groupon has launched Breadcrumb POS, a free iPad app that, according to a company press release, enables restaurants, salons, spas and retail merchants to…

Culver's teams up with Snickers for new treat

May 13, 2013

Culver's and Mars Foodservices have teamed up to offer a new Concrete Mixer featuring Snickers Brand.

Scotsman Ice named Auntie Anne's 'Supplier of the Year'

May 10, 2013

Auntie Anne's has chosen Scotsman Ice Systems as its 2012 Supplier of the Year, for its exemplary customer service and quality ice machines, according to an…

McCain Foods USA launches Fresh-Style Fries

May 9, 2013

In response to increased consumer demand for "natural" foods, McCain Foods USA is launching Fresh-Style Fries. Cut from whole russet potatoes, McCain…

Hormel Foods introduces new line of Fire Braised meats

May 7, 2013

The Foodservice Division of Hormel Foods has introduced its new line of Hormel Fire Braised Meats. This line of fully cooked meats is first flame-seared on…

Another meat scandal hits China food industry

May 7, 2013

Another meat supply scandal has hit the China food industry. Shanghai authorities are now testing mislabeled mutton from a wholesaler that was initially…

Chef Robert Irvine backing Easy Ice

May 3, 2013

Easy Ice, which provides restaurants with ice via monthly subscription service, and "Restaurant:Impossible's" Chef Robert Irvine are teaming up to stop…

Burger King earns animal welfare award from Humane Society

May 3, 2013

The Humane Society of the United States has given Burger King Worldwide Inc. its Henry Spira Humane Corporate Progress Award for the company's work to end the…

Commentary: What's your mobile wallet recipe?

The mobile customer wants to be an active participant in the experience and is a potential brand ambassador if you get the experience right.

Dining Alliance signs national contract with Pepsi

May 2, 2013

Dining Alliance, a foodservice partnership for independently owned restaurants, has signed a national contract with Pepsi, the first soda agreement to serve…

Menu price survey now open to support NRA Educational Foundation

May 1, 2013

SpenDifference, a supply chain co-op, has launched its latest menu price survey open to chain restaurants. The 12-question survey is designed for chains that…

New mobile survey solution to help restaurants 'quickly address customer complaints'

April 30, 2013

Maritz Research has launched a customer survey system designed for the food service industry. The solution, Capella Restaurant, is the newest addition to the…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's partner with Hillshire Farm for breakfast offering

April 30, 2013

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have partnered with Hillshire Farm for a new breakfast offering. The brands' signature Made From Scratch Biscuits will be the base for…

Yum! expects China recovery to take 6 to 9 months

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

KFC and Pizza Hut U.S. sales soft in Q1; attributed to lack of innovation and value compared to competition.

Arby's adds King's Hawaiian bun option

April 24, 2013

Arby's has introduced the new King's Hawaiian Roast Beef sandwich for a limited time. The sandwich is made with one-third more roast beef and is served on a…

Whataburger takes its signature condiments into retail space

April 24, 2013

Whataburger announced this week it will launch its signature condiment line into the retail space for the first time. The brand's Fancy Ketchup, Spicy Ketchup…