Food & Beverage News & Media
Millennial Hispanics have large influence on foodservice trends
December 11, 2012
Sixty-five percent of U.S. Hispanics are Millenials, ages 22 to 35. Consequently, this specific demographic is expected to significantly influence the ethnic…
read nowSpecialty beverage supplier signs agreement with QSR chain
December 11, 2012
Barfresh Food Group Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, today announced it has successfully entered into a comprehensive set of…
read nowBurger King expanding menu in Canada
December 7, 2012
Burger King Worldwide announced plans to begin rolling out a substantially expanded menu in Canada; one that mirrors its largest-ever menu overhaul in the U.S.
read nowFood trucks for dogs among Nestlé's 2013 predictions
December 7, 2012
Nestlé has released its foodservice predictions for 2013. The list includes:
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2012 QSR menu trends were all over the map
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
From bacon sundaes to barbecue sandwiches, this year pushed the innovation envelope.
read nowGood Times' new breakfast yields 10 percent sales
December 6, 2012
Good Times Restaurants Inc. today announced its same-store sales increased 6.8 percent for the month of November.
read nowTasti D-Lite marks holidays with peppermint cake
December 6, 2012
Just in time for the holiday season, Tasti D-Lite is promoting its special peppermint cake, available in 6 or 8 inches. The cake includes peppermint Tasti…
read nowMcDonald's to bring back the McRib Dec. 16
December 5, 2012
Few products have as big of a cult following as McDonald's McRib. The annual LTO typically buoys sales at the Golden Arches and, after a rare slide in sales…
read nowMrs. Fields Cookies plans new store design and branding
December 5, 2012
Mrs. Fields Cookies has announced plans to open its first flagship location in Broomfield, Colo., with construction slated to begin this month. Opening in…
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National Restaurant Association predicts 2013 menu trends
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Locally-sourced meats and produce and children's nutrition continue to be big focuses for restaurants.
read nowBurger King celebrates Whopper anniversary with 55-cent deal
December 3, 2012
In honor of the 55th Anniversary of the Whopper, participating Burger King restaurants nationwide are offering the Original Whopper for 55 cents with the…
read nowBaskin-Robbins introduces holiday ice cream cakes
December 3, 2012
Baskin-Robbins is offering a new lineup of dome-shaped, holiday-themed ice cream cakes. Guests can customize each cake by choosing their favorite ice cream…
read nowJack in the Box rolls out Bonus Jack value combo meal
December 3, 2012
The Bonus Jack, a double-patty cheeseburger that made its debut in 1970, is back for a limited time at participating Jack in the Box locations. Jack in the Box…
read nowSubway brings back $2 customer appreciation promotion
November 30, 2012
Throughout December, Subway will offer $2 cold cut combo or meatball marina 6-inch subs.
read nowTechnomic predicts five Canadian restaurant trends for 2013
November 30, 2012
Market research firm Technomic has released its five trend predictions for 2013 for the Canadian restaurant industry. They include:
read nowConvenience stores positioned for foodservice growth
November 30, 2012
According to new research from Technomic, foodservice is a key area of opportunity for convenience stores. As revenues from gasoline and tobacco products fall…
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$7 Coffee Has Starbucks run out of ideas?
by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting
Why would anyone buy a $7 cup of black coffee? Why would Starbucks even think about selling $7 black coffee? Does Jimmy Kimmel's "taste test" outside a local…
read nowKFC asks Facebook fans whether to add cookies to menu
November 29, 2012
KFC has introduced the Festive Feast, an eight-piece meal accompanied by a dozen chocolate chip cookies.
read nowJack in the Box debuts Brownie Bites
November 29, 2012
Jack in the Box has added Brownie Bites to its dessert menu. The item is the latest snack-sized addition to the menu, which also includes Mini Churros and Mini…
read nowQuiznos marks National Cookie Day with giveaway
November 29, 2012
Quiznos is celebrating National Cookie Day Dec. 4 by giving away a free, toasted cookie to every customer with any purchase on that day. Customers can choose…
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