Making the grade

by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties

I remember it like it was yesterday… Derek, my best friend in 7th grade, ducked down in the back seat of the school bus and said “Cover me!” I turned around to…

Jack in the Box’s 4Q affected by store closings

November 22, 2010

Jack in the Box Inc. reported results for its 4th quarter ended Oct. 3, with net earnings of $4 million, or 7 cents per diluted share.

And a Whataburger in a pear tree

November 22, 2010

The Whataburger Serves initiative is bringing the “12 Days of Whataburger” to restaurants this holiday season. The Internet coupon campaign offers customers…

Giving thanks for the Slider stuffing recipe

November 22, 2010

If you can’t justify bringing a Big Crave Case to the Thanksgiving table, sneak some Sliders into the trimmings instead. White Castle has released its turkey…

More than figgy pudding and good cheer

By Amanda French

Chiquita unveils FreshRinse produce wash

November 21, 2010

Chiquita Brands has announced that following years of intensive research and investment, it has introduced FreshRinse, a new produce wash that has been found…

Dunkin' Donuts helps out with the stocking stuffers

November 21, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts is making Santa's job a bit easier this holiday season. The company is now offering its rechargeable gift cards in almost 19,000 partner retail…

McDonald's U.K. decks the halls

November 21, 2010

McDonald's U.K. is rolling out the red carpet for St. Nicholas this year, launching a new ad campaign for the return of its "festive menu," which includes the…

Bonus points for Jack in the Box

November 18, 2010

Jack in the Box has brought back its Bonus Jack, complete with its secret sauce. The burger originally debuted in the 1970s.

QSR giants caught in the middle of a tomato fight

November 18, 2010

Earlier this week, growers of winter tomatoes drafted a deal with a Florida farm workers' group to increase field employees' wages and improve working…

Burke Corporation Food Scientist Earns Special Culinary Certification

Burke Corporation, a leading manufacturer of fully cooked meat products, announced that R&D Food Scientist Dawn Canon, Ph.D., has been awarded the…

On the hunt for McDonald's new McCafe item

November 15, 2010

The McDonald's McCafe line, which has exceeded expectations, already features selections for mocha and caramel lovers, including the iced mocha, mocha frappe…

White Castle Cravers get their holiday wishes

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 15, 2010

White Castle is bringing back its flavored chicken rings and sweet potato fries just in time for the holiday season.

Bojangles prepping for its "Super Bo" party

November 14, 2010

Bojangles' is offering up a "Super Bo" party for the ultimate tailgater.

El Pollo Loco's 3Q practically stagnant

November 14, 2010

EPL Intermediate Inc., parent company of El Pollo Loco Inc., reported results for its third quarter ended Sept. 29.

Contest winners bring TCBY back to Northwest Arkansas

November 14, 2010

TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, will boomerang back to Northwest Arkansas after a 10-year absence from the area. The company's "This Could Be Yours, The Great…

Dunkin' Donuts ices deal with Boston Bruins

November 14, 2010

Although healthy to play, Boston Bruins rookie forward Tyler Seguin has caught a cold. The second overall draft pick in the 2010-11 NHL draft will be featured…

Strange bedfellows: McDonald's, KFC contributing to U.K. health policies

November 14, 2010

In an announcement that has to surprise many, the United Kingdom's Department of Health has invited McDonald's and Kentucky Fried Chicken to help write…

Wendy's/Arby's takes third quarter hit

November 11, 2010

Wendy's/Arby's Group reported results for its third quarter ended Oct. 3, which included a 4.7 percent decline in revenue.

Happy Meal ban under fire

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 11, 2010

A San Francisco vote last week to ban kids' meal toys if the food failed to meet stringent nutritional guidelines has conjured up a bit of a backlash.