Chinese QSR market to pass $280B by 2017

May 24, 2013

According to a new report released by market insight firm Mintel, China's quick-service and takeaway market is expected to reach RMB 1.8 trillion ($283.4B U.S.

McDonald's defends nutritional options, children's marketing

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company plans between 1,500 and 1,600 new restaurants this year, most of which will open in new and emerging international markets.

BK Delivery expands to Vegas, Sacramento

May 23, 2013

Burger King Worldwide Inc. has expanded its delivery service to the Las Vegas and Sacramento, Calif., markets. The BK Delivers program, which was first tested…

Franchise business index shows consumer spending higher than expected

May 23, 2013

The Franchise Business Index (FBI), an index of the economic health of the franchising industry, increased by 0.2 percent in April, boosted by improvements in…

Bruster's Real Ice Cream launches revitalization strategy

May 22, 2013

Frozen treat chain Bruster's Real Ice Cream is debuting a new, five-point strategy to reignite growth and attract new franchisees. Introduced at the National…

Technomic: Better foodservice growth expected in 2014

May 22, 2013

At a special session for its Foodservice Planning Program clients this week, Technomic shared its latest expectations for foodservice industry performance, by…

Cold Stone marks 25th anniversary, Nigeria opening

May 22, 2013

Cold Stone Creamery is marking its 25th anniversary milestone by bringing back a lineup of customer favorites, including the Strawberry Blonde, Peanut Butter…

Subway has 40K locations in sight

May 22, 2013

During the first quarter of 2013, Subway opened more than 600 new locations around the world, crossing the 39,000-unit mark.

Seattle's Best Coffee ramps up drive-thru growth in Dallas market

May 21, 2013

Seattle's Best Coffee, a brand within Starbucks Corporation, has announced the simultaneous opening of 10 drive-thrus throughout Dallas/Fort Worth on Monday.

Dunkin' Donuts recruiting franchisees in North Carolina markets

May 21, 2013

Dunkin' Donuts is recruiting franchisees in North Carolina markets, including Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh-Durham, Wilmington and Winston-Salem. Currently…

Church's hires Burger King veteran to head development

May 20, 2013

Church's Chicken President and CEO Jim Hyatt announced the appointment of Tony Moralejo as its chief development officer responsible for domestic and…

McDonald's plans to accelerate China business

May 17, 2013

Despite the supply chain drama that has befallen Yum! Brands in China this year, McDonald's has plans for an aggressive expansion in the market.

Taco Bell CEO: 'Sometimes the biggest innovation is not earth shattering'

May 17, 2013

Taco Bell CEO Greg Creed appeared on CNBC Thursday to discuss the brand's new Waffle Taco, currently in test in five California stores for the breakfast…

Cousins Subs honor franchisees for sales, guest service

May 15, 2013

Milwaukee-based Cousins Subs recognized a number of its franchisees for outstanding performance at its annual meeting in Wisconsin.

Co-branded Marble Slab, Great American Cookies opens on USC campus

May 15, 2013

Global Franchise Group LLC has opened a co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery establishment in the Russell House University Union on…

Taco Bell breaks ground in Washington town per teen's request

May 14, 2013

Taco Bell has added another notch to its direct and creative marketing strategy by breaking ground in the town of Othello, Wash., after local teen Zeke Castro…

Krystal thriving under new ownership

May 13, 2013

President and CEO Doug Pendergast provided an update on the Krystal brand since it was purchased by Argonne Capital Group last spring. Among the highlights are…

Pollo Tropical continues Panama expansion

May 10, 2013

Pollo Tropical has opened its 32nd internationally franchised location, and its second in Panama City, Panama.

Connecting with franchisees and frontline employees to catalyze innovation

Creating more connections with managers, employees and franchise owners who work with customers on a regular basis will inject new perspective into the…

Sonic adds two to franchise development team

May 8, 2013

Sonic today announced the expansion of its franchise development team with two additions: Bob Franke, senior vice president of franchise sales and…