Food & Beverage News & Media
Dunkin' Donuts new Twitter contest promotes cold beverages
July 31, 2012
Dunkin' Donuts has launched its new "Cool Spots" Twitter Sweepstakes. Everyday this week, Dunkin' Donuts will tweet three photos of popular landmarks in a…
read nowJune Restaurant Performance Index shows improved conditions
July 30, 2012
Bolstered by stronger same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) stood above 10…
read nowNPD: Consumer interest in smaller portions, customization lead to combo meal declines
July 30, 2012
Combo meals are down by about 1 billion servings since 2007, according to market research firm The NPD Group. A recently released NPD foodservice market…
read nowPizza cone concept expands in convenience stores
July 30, 2012
Cono Italiano's "pizza conos," or pizza cones, are now available at three gas station chains throughout the New York City market.
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Restaurant chains get into the Olympic spirit
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Brands using Facebook to offer promotions, engage fans.
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Dunkin' Brands' solid sales driven by cold beverages, sandwiches
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Company plans to introduce K-Cups in California Baskin-Robbins stores, launch new mobile app.
read nowRita's Italian Ice raises $388K for children's cancer research
July 27, 2012
Rita's Italian Ice announced that it raised $388,237 following the June conclusion of the company's nationwide annual Paper Lemon Fundraising campaign and…
read nowConsumer perception of Burger King sours after social media crisis
July 26, 2012
The photo of a Burger King employee standing in two lettuce bins went viral quick and has since caused consumer perception of the brand to decline sharply.
read nowDel Taco adds four $4 value meals
July 26, 2012
Del Taco has introduced four limited time $4 value meals, that each include a drink. In addition to bringing back the popular Del's Deal, Del Taco is adding a…
read nowWhite Castle's new facility will bring 100 jobs to Ohio
July 26, 2012
Columbus, Ohio-based White Castle has announced that it is building a new frozen food facility, which will create 100 permanent jobs in Vandalia, just north of…
read nowSingapore In-N-Out pop-up stand sells out in 5 minutes
July 26, 2012
In-N-Out Burger's cult following has extended well beyond U.S. borders. The chain's pop-up stand in Singapore sold out of burgers within five minutes of making…
read nowTaco Cabana introduces new tacos and dessert
July 26, 2012
Taco Cabana has introduced two new items to its menu – the Steak Asadero tacos and dessert Flan.
read nowDunkin' Donuts announces aggressive Latin America expansion plans
July 25, 2012
Dunkin' Donuts has announced that it has signed agreements with three of its existing Latin American partners to expand the brand further in the region. The…
read nowCarl's Jr., Hardee's double up on bacon
July 25, 2012
Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have introduced a new addition to their lineup of Made from Scratch Biscuits. The new Bacon Bacon Biscuit features crispy bacon strips…
read nowNat'l Restaurant Assoc. to NY Health Board: Beverage ban ineffective
July 24, 2012
New York’s proposed beverage ban is a misguided and ineffective tactic against obesity and unfairly targets the restaurant industry, a leading job creator in…
read nowMcDonald's testing chicken wings
July 24, 2012
On the heels of its successful Chicken McBites launch, and as more brands focus on chicken to cope with rising beef costs, McDonald's is testing deep-fried…
read nowRita's Italian Ice signs deal to serve products at MetLife Stadium
July 24, 2012
Rita's Italian Ice has announced that it has agreed to serve its products at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
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McDonald's focusing on value in slowing global economy
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Breakfast and beverage platforms continue to gain momentum.
read nowMcDonald's new menu platform spotlights lower-calorie offerings
July 23, 2012
McDonald's USA is introducing this week its "Favorites Under 400 Calories" – a new menu platform featuring existing food and beverage choices at restaurants…
read nowJack in the Box rolls out mini corn dogs
July 23, 2012
Jack in the Box restaurants are adding mini corn dogs to the menu in time for county fair season. These bite-sized portions are served without sticks and come…
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