Dean Foods named as McDonald's Supplier of the Year

September 29, 2011

McDonald's USA has selected Dean Foods, a dairy supplier for many McDonald's restaurants, as its 2011 U.S. Supplier of the Year.

Quiznos expansion strategy focuses on c-stores

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Locations are attractive for franchisees, offering menu flexibility and pre-existing infrastructure.

Getting an ROI out of true sustainability

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Truitt Brothers Inc. examines how operators can fulfill consumer demand for sustainability while focusing on the bottom line.

Wendy's settles toaster lawsuit with franchisee

September 27, 2011

Wendy's has settled a lawsuit filed this summer against its largest franchise group, WendPartners. Terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

QSR giants target of farmworkers' class action suits

September 21, 2011

Sixteen current and former Immokalee, Fla., farmworkers have filed four separate lawsuits against Burger King, McDonald's, Taco Bell and Subway. Their class…

Coffee chains ramp up cup recycling efforts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Starbucks' third annual Cup Summit features Tim Hortons' participation, focuses on existing challenges in achieving 100-percent recycled goal.

Tim Hortons added to Dow Jones Sustainability Index

September 19, 2011

Tim Hortons Inc. has been added for the first time to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America.

NRA Innovations Awards application process opens

September 14, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is now seeking applications from foodservice equipment manufacturers for its 2012 Kitchen Innovations Awards.

Good Times adds Green Chile options to menu

September 12, 2011

Good Times Restaurants Inc. has launched a product line-up featuring Denver-based Santiago's Authentic Green Chile.

Whataburger Classic Cup campaign benefits military patients

September 11, 2011

In recognition of U.S. military members, Whataburger, in partnership with Coca-Cola, has launched a limited-edition Classic Cup collector's series.

McDonald's Canada undergoing $1 billion makeover

September 7, 2011

McDonald's Canada is investing about $1 billion to undertake its biggest store-by-store brand transformation in the company's 44-year Canadian history.

Culver's introduces American Humane Certified chicken

September 6, 2011

Culver's has introduced a new antibiotic-free chicken at all locations. The premium, natural-cut chicken breasts are now available on the classic grilled and…

It is easy, being green: Tips to make a restaurant eco-friendlier

Customers not only prefer restaurants that embrace eco-friendly elements, they're also starting to expect such efforts.

Subway teams up with local tomato farmers

August 30, 2011

Subway restaurants in California have teamed up with the California Tomato Farmers (CTF), a cooperative of family-owned tomato farming operations to promote…

Living the dream

by Jon Sooy — VP Sales and Marketing, Golden Pacific Systems, Inc.

It was just a day like any other day. It was filled with lots of action, excitement and pressure. The restaurant business is tough, but you love it. Your head…

Sonic opens annual Limeades for Learning campaign

August 28, 2011

Sonic Drive-In has officially launched its 2011 Limeades for Learning campaign. This is the third year the chain has supported the cause, which raises money…

Ronald McDonald House honors BrandSource

August 24, 2011

BrandSource has been honored as the 2011 recipient of the Ronald McDonald House Charities Stewardship Award, which recognizes corporations that have exceeded…

KFC plants flag in East Africa

August 23, 2011

KFC opened its first unit in Nairobi, Kenya this month, marking the first American quick-service chain to have a presence in East Africa.

Church's Chicken renews supply chain platform provider

August 23, 2011

Once again, Church's Chicken has renewed its contract with ArrowStream OnDemand for its supply chain visibility and predictability system.

Dunkin' Brands releases first Social Responsibility Report

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

August 23, 2011

Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has published its first Corporate Social Responsibility report, "Serving…