Baskin Robbins clerk busts counterfeit outfit

August 2, 2006

Mercury News: Police busted an alleged counterfeiting ring Aug. 2, after an alert Baskin Robbins clerk reported suspicious cash. A clerk became suspicious and…

A&W kicks off summer-long promotion of free ice cream

July 13, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — On July 16, National Ice Cream Day, A&W Restaurants will kick off its summer-long "Float Your Papa Combo for Free."    According to a…

Ben & Jerry's opens first Hawaii shop

June 29, 2006

Biz Journal: The first Ben & Jerry's ice cream parlor in Hawaii opened Friday at Ward Centre next to Crazy Shirts. Owner Ronni Tai See, whose company is…

Oils bring in the customers

QSRs are separating themselves in the marketplace with trans-fats-free cooking oils and by converting grease into fuel.

Wendy's cuts trans-fats with new cooking oil

June 7, 2006

DUBLIN, Ohio — In a move that significantly reduces trans-fatty acids (TFAs) on its menu, Wendy's is making the switch to non-hydrogenated cooking oil for its…

White Castle to celebrate at World of Coca-Cola

June 5, 2006

COLUMBUS, Ohio —  White Castle and Coca-Cola are celebrating 85 years of history with an interactive White Castle exhibit at World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta. …

Dunkin' Donuts launches biggest product initiative in years

June 4, 2006

NEW YORK — Dunkin' Donuts announced its new Smoothies are now available in the Mid-Atlantic region, which includes the New York and Philadelphia market. …

Long John Silver's reduces dipping-related incidents

May 17, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. —Long John Silver's has introduced new Parmesan Crusted Fish Bites, tender bites of Alaskan white fish, surrounded by a crispy breading with…

Mi Viejita launches new salsa

April 24, 2006

CHICAGO — Mi Viejita LLC recently launched what it calls the first Mexican-style dehydrated salsas and sauces. According to a news release, the company also…

U.S. appetite for fast-food grows, study says

April 19, 2006

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. — Despite criticism of fast-food by consumer advocacy groups and news stories warning about an obesity epidemic, QSR usage is up…

New design to save Culver's up to $150,000 per store

April 18, 2006

PRAIRIE du SAC, Wis. — Responding to the rising cost of construction and a desire to expand into urban areas, Culver's has designed and is building a more…

Taco Bell searching for the next El Presidente

April 11, 2006

IRVINE, Calif. — Taco Bell customers have the chance to be named El Presidente of Taco Bell, a title that comes with a million pesos (almost $94,000), a…

Cold Stone Creamery introduces to-go options

April 11, 2006

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Cold Stone Creamery said it will introduce Cold Stone To Go April 1.   According to a news release, each to-go "Creation" is…

QSRs attract gamers

Burger King and McDonald's deploy effective advertisements in video games.

Dunkin' Brands introduces new charity

April 2, 2006

LAS VEGAS — Dunkin' Brands, parent company of Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins and Togo's, announced a commitment to support emergency response organizations in…

Jack in the Box introduces new menu items

April 2, 2006

SAN DIEGO— Jack in the Box announced the addition of the Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich and the Orange & Cream Shake.   According to a news release, Jack's…

Cinnabon and Richard Petty launch Chillatta Flavors

March 30, 2006

ATLANTA — Cinnabon Inc. is racing into spring with its first ever national sweepstakes. Partnering with the Richard Petty Driving Experience, Cinnabon's…

Consumers don't visit QSR Web sites

March 29, 2006

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.— According to a new report from Sandelman & Associates, "Usage of Restaurant Chain Web Sites," QSR users not only have never visited…

Cover: Sonic gives customers choice

March 29, 2006

Nobody has to tell Sonic Drive-In that evolution is key to survival. America's largest drive-in chain is constantly changing its menu and adding new…

Operators upgrade POS systems instead of replacing

March 29, 2006

With today's tight budgets, it may not make financial sense for operators to invest in a new POS system. That was the case for Chris Nonnemaker, a franchise…