Baskin-Robbins selects ParTech for POS systems

April 5, 2011

ParTech Inc. (PAR) has been selected by Baskin-Robbins as the exclusive provider of point-of-sale systems to the company's U.S. standalone franchise network.

Burger King signs PepsiCo as Latin American provider

April 3, 2011

Burger King Corporation has signed a multi-year agreement with PepsiCo to be the exclusive soft drink supplier in more than 1,000 restaurants throughout the…

GE Capital: Expect slow, steady restaurant industry gains

April 3, 2011

GE Capital, Franchise Finance held its Restaurant Leadership Conference last week. The conference included results from the 21st edition of the Chain…

Krispy Kreme reports first profitable year since FY04

March 31, 2011

Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2011, ended Jan. 30.

Sarku Japan opens ninth Chicago area store

March 30, 2011

Sarku Japan will open its ninth Chicago area unit on April 7. The teriyaki and sushi express concept's newest location is in Schaumburg, Ill. and will feature…

Technomic: Distributor vs. branded manufacturer competition increases

March 24, 2011

Recent research conducted by foodservice consultants Technomic reveals restaurants’ preferences in manufacturer versus distributor brands. Specifically, the…

How to choose the right kitchen equipment supplier

by Rob Connelly

An ideal supplier should embrace your brand and offer kitchen intelligence that eliminates inconsistencies and increases productivity.

Krispy Kreme signs distribution deal with Sysco

March 23, 2011

Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. plans to enter into a supply chain distribution agreement with Sysco Corporation, which operates 18…

Greenopia ranks top green restaurant chains

March 20, 2011

Greenopia, which researches eco-friendly retailers, services and organizations, has recently named its most sustainable restaurant chains.

Hit the road, Jack: Jack in the Box rolls out food truck

March 17, 2011

Jack in the Box will be taking its show on the road. The chain has joined the quick-service food truck fleet, rolling out its "Jack’s Munchie Mobile."

Innovation in the name of charity

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

What do the Love Kitchen, Panera Bread, and Cafe 180 all have in common? They provide affordable food to those who can’t regularly pay full price for a meal.

Dunkin’ Brands taps Harlan Bakeries as Supplier of the Year

March 16, 2011

Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin’ Brands Inc., parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has named Harlan Bakeries of Avon, Ind., as its 2010 Supplier of…

PAR launches EverServ QSR Suite

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March 15, 2011

ParTech Inc., a subsidiary of PAR Technology Corporation which delivers point-of-sale and back-office solutions for restaurant and retail operators, has…

Henny Penny named McDonald’s Partner of the Year

March 14, 2011

Eaton, Ohio-based Henny Penny Corporation was given McDonald’s 2010 Worldwide Equipment Partnership of the Year award at the quick-service company’s recent…

White Castle marks 90th anniversary

March 10, 2011

White Castle officially marked its 90th birthday Thursday, kicking off a year of celebrations and promotions.

McDonald’s report outlines sustainability goals

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

March 10, 2011

Turns out the famous LTO Shamrock Shakes aren’t the only green features being offered by McDonald’s. By 2015, McDonald’s will source only palm oil that is…

Whataburger’s Burger Warrior finalists named

March 6, 2011

Sixteen Whataburger units in Florida, Mississippi and Texas have been named as finalists in the company’s WhataGames competition designed to test the skills of…

CKE taps Ignify eCommerce to power self-service portal

March 6, 2011

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Restaurants, has chosen Ignify eCommerce to power a new online business-to-business portal that…

Chick-fil-A celebrates Heinz’s new ketchup packet

February 28, 2011

Chick-fil-A restaurants will celebrate Free FryDay March 4 by offering a free medium order of Waffle Potato Fries between 2 and 4 p.m. The giveaway promotion…

Pizza Patrón expanding QSP model

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain preps for throwback 25th anniversary promotion.