Dunkin' Donuts motivates customers through Runner's World partnership

January 3, 2013

To help runners of all skill sets get motivated in 2013, Dunkin' Donuts has partnered with Runner's World magazine to develop 5K and 10K training programs…

7-Eleven adds fresh food, aims at QSR segment

December 28, 2012

C-stores have been stepping up their foodservice offerings in recent years, increasing the competitive pressure on the quick-service segment in particular. And…

Research group names food waste consciousness as top 2013 trend

December 27, 2012

The Values Institute at DGWB, a social science research group, has released its second annual forecast of health-related trends that consumers are expected…

Subway to launch 6th annual kids' fitness campaign in January

December 19, 2012

Subway is now promoting its "Random Acts of Fitness for Kids" program, set to kick off in January. The national program is in its sixth year and is designed to…

Experts weigh in on emerging restaurant trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Look for visual marketing plans, mobile engagement and daypart expansion in the New Year.

NRA CEO honored by Campaign to End Obesity

December 10, 2012

National Restaurant Association President and CEO Dawn Sweeney has been recognized by the Campaign to End Obesity for her work in helping guide the foodservice…

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.

Burke now delivering Gluten-Free Meatballs

November 27, 2012

The popularity of gluten-free menu items has inspired Burke Corporation, a provider of fully cooked meats and pizza toppings, to roll out its Gluten-Free…

Study finds high customer support for nutritional disclosure at restaurants

November 16, 2012

Many chains, including Starbucks, Panera and McDonald's, have already begun posting nutritional information on their menus, well ahead of the Affordable Care…

2013 food trend predictions begin trickling in

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Look for fast casual rebranding, bread experimentation and more snacking.

TCBY adds three holiday Super Fro-Yo flavors

October 15, 2012

TCBY is adding three limited-time holiday flavors to the menu, including Pumpkin Spice, Apple Spice and Eggnog Super Fro-Yo.

Subway tops Zagat survey in three categories

October 12, 2012

For the fourth consecutive year, Subway was named as the mega chain leader in three categories — Healthy Options, Most Popular and Top service — according to…

LYFE Kitchen transforming the way the world sees organic

New restaurant concept aims at sustainability, responsibly grown and sourced materials.

Bojangles' CEO discusses company's fast growth

September 21, 2012

Bojangles' CEO Randy Kibler appeared on CNBC's Squawk Box with Joe Kernen this week to discuss the company's fast-paced growth.

The sustainability playground: sustainability defined

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Sustainability can be broken into the branches of organic, local, seasonal, green and ethical.

Shareholders applaud McDonald's calorie posting move

September 19, 2012

Today members of the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility, a shareholding organization for McDonald's, released a statement commending the QSR chain…

NYC approves soda ban; restaurant association responds

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Big-margin soft drinks are good for operators' bottom lines.

McDonald's adding calorie information, testing fruit and veggie options

The company also plans to test additional produce side options and grilled chicken choices for Happy Meals. 

Dunkin' Donuts adds Quaker Oatmeal to menu

September 6, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts has introduced Quaker Oatmeal as a permanent addition to the brand's DDSmart menu of better-for-you food and beverages. Dunkin' Donuts…

Advocacy group accuses McDonald's, Subway of deceptive marketing

August 22, 2012

A coalition of children's, health, privacy and consumer advocacy organizations, led by the Center for Digital Democracy (CDD), has filed five separate…