QSR brands chase consumers' fickle tastes with new product lines

May 26, 2009

USA Today: As restaurants fight for market share during the recession, brands are rolling out new product lines that are far outside their image, from KFC…

NRA Show 2009: Smaller crowd meant better business

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

While attendance was down at this year's NRA Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, exhibitors say lead generation was quality over quantity.

Wendy's to begin using eggs from cage-free chickens

May 25, 2009

WASHINGTON, D.C. — After lengthy discussions with The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), Wendy's has announced that it is starting to use eggs from…

Study finds link between kids' fast-food diet and school performance

May 25, 2009

The Times Educational Supplement: A study conducted by Vanderbilt University has found a correlation between a diet high in fast food and lower academic test…

Chick-fil-A continues to peck away at breakfast market share

With product giveaways and a marketing push, the chain works to convince consumers that chicken is not just for dinner anymore.

McDonald's USA in joint sustainability study of laying-hen housing

May 21, 2009

OAK BROOK, Ill. — McDonald's USA is entering into a commercial-scale study along with leading animal welfare scientists, academics, non-government…

Ask the Experts: How can product giveaways expand brand awareness?

May 21, 2009

Rita's Italian Ice has been giving away a free cup of regular-sized Italian ice to all customers on the first day of spring since it was founded 17 years ago.

Carvel looks forward as it celebrates past

May 21, 2009

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: As Carvel Ice Cream prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary next week, the company hopes it has found the right balance…

Ask the Experts: What pitfalls should brands avoid when implementing a one-day giveaway?

May 21, 2009

As brands compete for an increasingly limited share of consumers' dining dollars, one-day product giveaways are being used more frequently to add the…

From the floor of the 2009 NRA Show

QSRweb talks with a variety of vendors showcasing their new products at the show, which wrapped up May 19. 

Krystal to live stream its Giveaway Show

May 20, 2009

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Krystal Co. is capping off its month-long social media campaign in celebration of National Hamburger Month with "The Krystal Giveaway…

Customer satisfaction, economic indicators continue to rise

QSR customer satisfaction has matched its highest score ever, with Wendy's in the lead.

Carl's Jr. brings back Portobello Mushroom Six Dollar Burger

May 19, 2009

CARPINTERIA, Calif. — Carl's Jr. brings fancy back to fast food with the return of the Portobello Mushroom Six Dollar Burger to its menu. The award-winning…

N.Y. governor proposes wide-reaching menu labeling bill

May 19, 2009

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York Gov. David A. Paterson has announced he has proposed legislation to help fight obesity by requiring calorie posting in restaurants…

Auntie Anne's debuts Lemonade Mixers

May 19, 2009

LANCASTER, Pa. — Auntie Anne's Old Fashioned Lemonade has been a menu staple for the pretzel franchise since the company's inception in 1988. Starting June 1…

Dunkin' Donuts opens voting for donut creation contest finalists

May 18, 2009

CANTON, Mass. — Dunkin' Donuts' has announced the 12 finalists in its first-ever "Create Dunkin's Next Donut" contest. Chosen from among nearly 130,000 new…

Blimpie intros pretzel bread, new grilled subs

May 18, 2009

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Blimpie America's Sub Shop has introduced two new grilled subs and added a twist to its selection of 12 freshly baked breads — a new…

Hardee's brings back Six Dollar Thickburger

May 18, 2009

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Due to customer demand, Hardee's has reintroduced its popular Six Dollar Thickburger — so named because $6 is about the price consumers would…

Taco Bell extends bold flavor with Volcano menu

May 18, 2009

IRVINE, Calif. — Taco Bell has announced the debut of its new Volcano Menu, designed to make any spicy food lover's taste buds stand up and pay attention. …

Utah Del Tacos support children of National Guard, chain's burger top in LA

May 18, 2009

LAKE FOREST, Calif. — Recently, Del Taco restaurants in Utah raised funds for the Utah National Guard Charitable Trust and presented the trust with a check for…