Where’s the beets? Vegetarian options rare in QSR segment

Analysts say the demand for vegetarianism isn't high enough to warrant a spot on the competitive menu space.

Del Taco rolls out chipotle, bacon ranch flavors

May 2, 2011

California-based Del Taco has introduced two bold new sauce flavors – Creamy Chipotle and Bacon Ranch, made with real ranch dressing and bacon.

Dunkin’ Donuts recruits Boston Red Sox for campaign

May 2, 2011

Canton, Mass.-based Dunkin' Donuts has a major allegiance to Boston sports, having partnered with the Bruins, Celtics and now the Red Sox.

J.M. Smucker sets fiscal 2011 call

May 2, 2011

The J.M. Smucker Company will conduct its fourth quarter and fiscal 2011 earnings conference call and webcast June 9 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time. Earnings will…

TCBY launches healthier Super Fro-Yo

May 2, 2011

TCBY has launched its "Super Fro-Yo" frozen dessert line, a new classification of frozen yogurt that features elevated nutritional levels.

Chick-fil-A among chains testing sweet potato fries

May 2, 2011

Chick-fil-A is testing sweet potato waffle fries beginning this week in the Philadelphia market.

Baskin-Robbins strikes gold with new flavor

May 2, 2011

Baskin-Robbins has rolled out its newest flavor for May: the Golden Oreo Gold Rush. May's Flavor of the Month blends lemon custard ice cream and Oreo icing…

Make the connection to better food cost

As an industry, we are facing the continuous rise of commodities that adversely affect our businesses. The rising price in grains and feed affect the price of…

Executive Summary: Restaurant State of the Industry Report 2011, Part I: Food and Beverage

This Executive Summary, written by Fast Casual editor Valerie Killifer, summarizes the findings of the new 109-page report "Restaurant State of the Industry…

Presented by FastCasual.com

New Mountain Dew Coolatta now available at Dunkin’ Donuts

May 1, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts is doing the Dew in a whole new way. The chain has partnered with PepsiCo to introduce the new Mountain Dew Coolatta at restaurants nationwide.

White Castle marks 90th birthday throughout May

May 1, 2011

White Castle continues to celebrate its 90th anniversary throughout May by also marking National Hamburger Month with special promotions and events.

West Coast Subways launch Fit to Fight Hunger

May 1, 2011

Nearly 1,600 Subway restaurants in California, Nevada and Hawaii are joining together for the Fit to Fight Hunger project, which supports local food banks and…

Chains use blogs to offer a kitchen perspective

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Arby's, Dunkin' Donuts now featuring a behind-the-scenes look from a culinary point-of-view.

Fast Casual publishes Restaurant State of the Industry 2011, Part 1: Food and Beverage

May 1, 2011

FastCasual.com has announced the publication of its "Restaurant State of the Industry 2011, Part 1: Food and Beverage" report, a 109-page research document…

Rising food costs are a manageable challenge

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Record industry sales in March indicate a continued need for consumer focus.

Bojangles' celebrates South Carolina teachers

April 28, 2011

Bojangles' will sponsor a fundraiser from May 16 through May 29 to celebrate South Carolina Teacher Appreciation Month.

Wendy’s testing new chicken sandwiches

April 28, 2011

Wendy's restaurants in its hometown of Columbus, Ohio are testing three new sandwiches – the Bruschetta Chicken, Bistro Cheddar Chicken and Asiago Club Chicken.

Canada’s Extreme Pita earns Health Check approval

April 27, 2011

Mississauga, Ontario-based Extreme Pita has added six new menu items that meet the nutrition criteria of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada's Health…

Cold Stone Creamery rolls out cheesecake for Mother’s Day

April 27, 2011

Moms in Canada will be able to experience a special treat now through May 8. A Cheesecake Named Desire will be available at all co-branded Tim Hortons…

Chicken wars heat up: Church’s claims taste test win over Popeyes

April 27, 2011

Quick-service competition has historically been about burger wars, but don't count out the feisty chicken chains.