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…

Survey: Two-thirds of Americans would refuse to patronize restaurants with dirty restrooms

April 23, 2013

Foodservice professionals have a lot to think about when trying to deliver a quality dining experience, but restrooms need to be a major consideration…

McDonald's exec: Supply chain, real estate, franchisees keys to global growth

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

McDonald's Middle East Development Company's managing director says keeping the consumers' wants in mind is important for a brand hoping to expand globally.

Subway unveils recycled catering trays

April 23, 2013

The Subway restaurant chain has introduced catering trays that are made from 95 percent post-consumer recycled PET. The brand estimates that the adoption will…

NPD Group launches monthly foodservice sales tracking service

April 16, 2013

NPD Group announced it will launch SupplyTrack this summer. The new service will track foodservice distributors and manufacturers' market performance by…

Restaurant industry groups support renewable fuel standard reform

April 11, 2013

Four Congressmen introduced the Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act this week, bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing food costs by eliminating the…

Leaf launches POS tablet for limited-service restaurants

April 11, 2013

Limited-service restaurants now have a mobile point of sale unit designed specifically for them. Leaf, a provider of POS systems, business intelligence and…

Yum! Brands social responsibility report focuses on nutrition, sustainability

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company is currently working to synchronize its animal welfare program and policies throughout all of its global markets.

Is China's bird flu crisis a big concern for international QSRs?

April 9, 2013

Still reeling from the effects of a poultry supply chain crisis in China earlier this year, Yum! Brands now faces even more tumult from an avian flu outbreak…

Report: Chicken sandwiches now outnumber burgers on QSR menus

April 8, 2013

New research from Mintel compiled for Burger Business shows that the longstanding fast food burger wars may be evolving into the chicken sandwich wars.

Dairy Queen now offering Blizzards in a waffle cone

April 4, 2013

Dairy Queen's announced that its signature Blizzards are now available in a waffle cone. Any flavor Blizzard can be ordered with a fresh-baked cone, according…

Tim Hortons outlines sodium reduction, sustainability efforts

April 4, 2013

Tim Hortons released its third annual Sustainability and Responsibility Report this week, highlighting the company's 2012 efforts and outlining goals for 201…

Blimpie to add pretzel bread as permanent option

April 2, 2013

Blimpie is introducing a new turkey sandwich on pretzel bread this week. Additionally, because of pretzel bread's popularity, the chain will add it as a…

McDonald's distribution center acquired by Golden State Foods

April 2, 2013

Golden State Foods (GSF), a global distributor and food processor, has acquired a McDonald's distribution center in Lebanon, Ill., from Gateway Distribution.

Want to reduce operational costs and waste? Start in the restroom

Paper towels can be costly, messy and environmentally unfriendly.

Mean Green Cleaner gets 'meaner'

March 29, 2013

Mean Green Industrial Strength Cleaner & Degreaser has doubled the amount of Chelating Agent in its formula, a blend of biodegradable detergents, just time…

Quail Digital upgrades headset system

March 22, 2013

Quail Digital, a wireless headset communication specialist, has extended the bandwidth on its Q Pro 5 drive-thru system. The system now operates on the new…

Study claims NYC's proposed Styrofoam ban will add to foodservice costs

March 21, 2013

On the heels of a court ruling overturning the ban on large sodas, another proposal from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and his administration is under…