Wendy's participates in California Strawberry Commission workshop

August 3, 2012

Last week, the California Strawberry Commission hosted a culinary workshop for select restaurant chain corporate chefs, menu developers and buyers. The…

White Castle's new facility will bring 100 jobs to Ohio

July 26, 2012

Columbus, Ohio-based White Castle has announced that it is building a new frozen food facility, which will create 100 permanent jobs in Vandalia, just north of…

Foodservice demand for California avocados growing

July 23, 2012

The California Avocado Commission (CAC) has experienced a growth in demand through foodservice promotions this year.

Baskin-Robbins closing manufacturing plant in Ontario

July 19, 2012

In October, Baskin-Robbins will close its Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, manufacturing plant and shift production to existing partner suppliers. Production of…

Burger King franchisee contracts facility maintenance provider

July 18, 2012

FM Facility Maintenance, a provider of integrated facilities solutions including facility service, intelligent energy and construction management, was awarded…

Food associations voice opposition to new dairy supply program

July 11, 2012

Several national food trade associations have voiced their opposition to a new dairy program designed to periodically limit milk production that is included in…

CKE Restaurants commits to crate-free pork by 2022

July 9, 2012

CKE Restaurants, parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, has announced that it has committed to gestation crate-free pork supplies by 2022.

Colorado restaurant chains pitch in for wildfire relief

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Operators donating food and linking social media sites to American Red Cross page.

Subway plans to add Vitaminwater to menu

July 3, 2012

In August, Subway restaurants will feature Vitaminwater Zero, owned by The Coca-Cola Co. The product is named for its zero calorie content.

Auntie Anne's honors top suppliers

July 2, 2012

Auntie Anne's recently honored its leading national suppliers and supplier representatives for their service and dedication to the company.

Remodeled Wendy's units exceeding 25 percent sales growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Company plans to accelerate Hispanic and digital marketing platforms.

Carl's Jr. restaurants retrofitted with energy-efficient motors

June 27, 2012

Blue Earth Inc., an energy efficiency and renewable energy services company, has announced that it has completed the installation of 1,655 energy efficient EC…

McDonald's previews technology features at Olympic restaurants

In anticipation of large crowds, the flagship McDonald's includes seating for 1,500, including 70 seats on a second floor balcony with a view of the Olympic…

White Castle rolls out three BBQ Sliders

June 26, 2012

White Castle is bringing back BBQ Sliders for a limited time only. From June 29 to Sept. 4, the BBQ Pulled Pork Slider will be offered, along with the new BBQ…

Commentary: McDonald's Skinner retiring with strong legacy in place

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO's list of accomplishments includes reimaged restaurants, McCafé launch.

Popeyes teams up with Zatarain's for butterfly shrimp promo

June 22, 2012

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., has partnered with another traditional New Orleans brand for the launch of its new Zatarain's…

McDonald's unveils eco-friendly uniforms for Olympics

June 22, 2012

McDonald's has unveiled its employee uniforms for the London Summer Olympic Games – the company's first sustainable uniforms.

Feds charge a suspected major cyber thief

by Brad Cyprus — Chief of Security and Compliance, Vendor Safe Technologies

Everyone in retail can breathe a little easier today knowing that federal authorities have charged David Benjamin Schrooten, or as he is known in cyber space…

White Castle's sandwich concept to open second location

June 21, 2012

Deckers, a concept owned by White Castle that sells panini sandwiches, soups and salads, has plans to open in Louisville, Ky., in the fall.

Report spotlights low wages throughout food industry

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Food Chain Workers Alliance interviewed 700 employees in various sectors.