Krispy Kreme FUNdraising efforts hit Philly

August 8, 2011

Krispy Kreme Philadelphia is hosting a contest to give away more than 150 dozen doughnuts to selected community groups. The winning organizations will generate…

Wing Zone undergoes brand makeover

August 8, 2011

Wing Zone has completed a comprehensive brand makeover of its franchise operation.

Dunkin’ Brands reports Q2 earnings; launches K-cups

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Dunkin' Donuts' beats coffee rival Starbucks in nationwide rollout of K-Cups.

Culver’s rolls out new TV campaign

August 2, 2011

Culver's continues to evolve its new "Welcome to Delicious" brand campaign with a new TV campaign promoting 100-percent, Midwest-raised, fresh, never-frozen…

Dairy Queen signs expansion deal in Guatemala

August 2, 2011

Dairy Queen has signed an agreement with franchisee Grupo Buen Rollo to open 15 locations throughout Guatemala by 2015.

Arcos Dorados Q2 revenue up almost 30 percent

August 1, 2011

Buenos Aires, Argentina-based Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc., the world's largest McDonald's franchisee, reported results for the second quarter ended June 30.

Jack in the Box launches all-day Jumbo Breakfast Platter

August 1, 2011

For a limited time, Jack in the Box is offering a Jumbo Breakfast Platter loaded with mini pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns and a choice of bacon or…

Roy Rogers brings back BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

August 1, 2011

From now through Oct. 18, Roy Rogers Restaurants is featuring its BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich. The limited-time offer features 33 percent more meat than before…

Fiji KFC units close without key ingredients from secret recipe

August 1, 2011

Three KFC outlets in Fiji – two in Suva and one in Nadi – are temporarily closed as operators await the importation of key ingredients that make up Colonel…

Oatmeal goes upscale

by Melissa Abbott — Director, Culinary Insights, The Hartman Group, Inc

Consumers often say they wish they had healthier options for breakfast, yet better-for-you, not to mention better-tasting, has been hard to come by when it…

The battle between Breakfast and Snack: Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Click here if you missed Part 1.

El Pollo Loco rolls out four new chicken burritos

July 31, 2011

As part of El Pollo Loco's new ¡Feel the Mexcellence! campaign, the chain has rolled out four Brand Nuevo Grilled Chicken Burritos.

Del Taco debuts two new burritos

July 31, 2011

Del Taco has added two new burritos to its menu with the introduction of the 59-cent Chipotle Value Bean & Cheese Burrito and the Nacho Crunch Burrito.

White Castle rewarding social media fans

July 28, 2011

White Castle is offering its Facebook fans and Twitter followers an opportunity to receive a limited edition 90th birthday pin. The social media campaign is…

Arby’s offers incentive to try new Angus sandwich

July 28, 2011

Arby's launched its Angus Cool Deli Sandwich and Wrap a month ago, and has just added a late-summer incentive to try the new item.

Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day set for Aug. 11

July 28, 2011

For the sixth consecutive year, Dairy Queen will host its Miracle Treat Day to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, a charity that raises…

Who will be 'the Chipotle' of the pizza industry?

An inside look behind a growing trend in the pizza industry.

Pino Gelato adds two more locations

July 27, 2011

Hilton Head, S.C.-based Pino Gelato has opened two new stores. The first is located in the Haywood Mall in Greenville, S.C., and the second is in Cranberry…

NRA changes date of 2012 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

July 26, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced that the 2012 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will now be held from May 5-8…

Smoothie King launches meal replacement, partnership with ExerciseTV

July 26, 2011

Smoothie King, in partnership with Nutrition53, has unveiled a new, meal replacement Lean1 Smoothie made with weight loss formula and powerful nutrients.