Popeyes' president: The most successful brands focus on people development

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

No matter how good a product tastes, if you don't have a good operations process, it's not going to work, exec says.

Five Canadian restaurant trends for 2014

November 15, 2013

When it comes to eating out, Canadian consumers' foodservice preferences continue to evolve with numerous implications for restaurant operators, according to…

Speed of service a priority for McDonald's in 2014

The company will focus investments on operational efficiencies, training initiatives and restaurant remodels.

Burger King stares down McRib with rib sandwich promo

November 15, 2013

The QSR segment has had its burger wars and its coffee wars. Now we could be witnessing the beginning of the rib sandwich wars.

McDonald's rolls out revamped Dollar Menu, tests burger customization process

November 15, 2013

Following a sneak peak of changes to the Dollar Menu during McDonald's 3Q earnings call in October, the company has rolled out the revamped value offerings as…

Five UK restaurant trend predictions for 2014

November 13, 2013

Technomic has identified five key trends for 2014 that it expects to play major roles at British restaurants:

Poultry, pork costs expected to fall in 2014

Relief in beef costs isn't expected until mid-2015; but coffee, cheese and wheat will all fall in the New Year.

McDonald's bringing winter to warm-weather city

November 13, 2013

To celebrate the start of the holiday season and McCafe's new White Chocolate Mocha, McDonald's is hosting a "Winter Wonderland Contest," to bring residents of…

Cinnabon Delights now available at Taco Bell

November 13, 2013

Taco Bell customers craving a sweet snack option can now order Cinnabon Delights.

Captain D's unveils new design prototype

November 13, 2013

The Captain D's in Oakwood, Ga., was built from the ground up in the brand's new "Beach Model Design," making it the first restaurant in this image in the…

Black bean sliders win US Foods' Next Top Product Contest

November 12, 2013

Chef Jerrmy Gawthrop of Greenhouse Grille in Fayetteville, Ark., has been named the winner of the second annual US Foods Next Top Product Contest at the World…

2014 predictions: Will the Paleo diet be the next gluten-free?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Wise operators check out farmers' markets, night markets and truck rodeos to see what's selling.

Good Times brings back seasonal favorites

November 8, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc. has announced the return of its seasonal "Pumpkin Pie Frozen Custard" offering, which is made with real pumpkin and can be…

McDonald's rejects GMO apples

November 8, 2013

McDonald's this week declined use of the world's first genetically-modified apples — Arctic Apples. According to Food Safety News, McDonald's was joined by…

Cinnabon adds bite-sized, shareable treats to menu

November 8, 2013

Cinnabon has introduced CinnaSweeties, bite-sized doughnut treats rolled in the brand's signature Makara cinnamon and sugar and served with Cinnabon's original…

Tim Hortons prioritizes speed of service, simplicity

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The chain is testing beverage express restaurants in select urban locations to benefit guests who just want coffee.

Wendy's marketing efforts boost brand awareness

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The brand's 'Red' campaign is resonating with Millennials and communicating new, premium offerings effectively.

Wendy's introduces new brioche bun

November 7, 2013

Just this year, Wendy's has introduced pretzel buns and multigrain flatbreads to its menu, and now the brand is adding a new brioche bun. The buttery…

Del Taco aims at fast casual segment with 'Epic Burrito' launch

November 7, 2013

Del Taco seems to have Chipotle in its target with today's launch of its Epic Burritos line; three new burritos that range from 14 to 18.5 ounces in weight and…

Demand for spicy food on the rise

November 7, 2013

A new report from market research firm Technomic shows that most consumers are willing to try a new menu item with an "innovative flavor," and are more likely…