Tim Hortons plans national launch of in-store TV programming

January 30, 2014

Tim Hortons and Cineplex Digital Networks have announced national launch plans for TimsTV, an in-restaurant TV channel showcasing Tim Hortons' content.

QSR International selects Punchh's mobile CRM suite

January 30, 2014

Punchh announced it has been selected by QSR International to provide its mobile CRM suite throughout the 145-unit, multi-brand enterprise. According to a news…

McDonald's UK's digital signage pilot yields higher traffic, tickets

One customer said the digital signage made it seem like the chain was putting more effort into the food.

Canada's Informed Dining program underway at handful of chains

January 27, 2014

Canada's "Informed Dining" program is being implemented at 17 restaurant chains and counting. The program, according to The Canadian Press, lists calorie…

Krispy Kreme signs multiunit franchise deal for China's Guangdong Province

January 23, 2014

Krispy Kreme announced today that it has signed a multiyear development agreement for the Guangdong Province of China with Haiya Group. Under the agreement…

McDonald's France under fire for tax evasion rumors

January 22, 2014

McDonald's has "firmly denied" rumors that it has avoided paying taxes on its approximately $3 billion of income in France. The chain has 314 restaurants in…

Dairy Queen plans Vietnam entry

January 22, 2014

The Dairy Queen system announced it has recently re-entered Taiwan, and also plans to open the first DQ locations in Vietnam and Guyana during 2014, which will…

KFC Canada plans new franchise territories across the country

January 22, 2014

As part of its ongoing plans to expand throughout Canada, KFC has joined the network of companies on Canadian franchise portal BeTheBoss.ca. According to a…

KFC China sales rebound to close out 2013

January 15, 2014

After a tumultuous year of declining sales prompted by a chicken supply chain issue and Avian flu concerns, KFC China's same-store sales rebounded in December…

Doritos Locos Tacos now permanent on Taco Bell Canada menu

January 14, 2014

Taco Bell Canada this week announced that the Doritos Locos Tacos will be added to the menu permanently. The offering was first introduced to the Canadian…

Tim Hortons turns to hockey for latest marketing campaign

January 7, 2014

Tim Hortons is asking fans fill the stands of the Tim Hortons' virtual arena, and enter for a chance to "jump the boards" with NHL player Sidney Crosby.

McDonald's largest franchisee debuts Dessert Centre

January 7, 2014

Arcos Dorados, the largest franchisee in the McDonald's system with restaurants through Latin America and the Caribbean, has opened its first McDonald's…

Restaurant lunch traffic experiences uptick globally

January 6, 2014

Britain's restaurant and foodservice industry benefited from the area's mild weather with strong visit and spending growth in the third quarter, according to…

Burger King debuts in Sri Lanka

January 2, 2014

Earlier this week, Burger King Worldwide Inc. announced the opening of three restaurants in Sri Lanka by the brand's new master franchisee, Softlogic…

Tim Hortons reportedly planning India presence

December 30, 2013

Tim Hortons is reportedly eyeing entry into the India market. According to 4-traders.com, the Canadian-based chain is currently searching for a franchisee…

McDonald's closing Japan units, navigating excess chicken wing supply

December 20, 2013

McDonald's struggles with its Japan business have been going on for years. In 2010, for example, the company closed more than 400 stores. Now, the Golden…

Burger King signs up for FIBA New Zealand sponsorship

December 19, 2013

Burger King has signed a four-year partnership with Basketball New Zealand to introduce FIBA 3X3 to the country.

10 QSR stories in 2013 that had nothing to do with food

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Value menus and mobile platforms dominated QSR initiatives in 2013.

Burger King opens its doors in Paris' St. Lazare station

December 17, 2013

Burger King opened its doors this week in the St. Lazare Paris metro station's retail space. The opening marks the first time a Burger King restaurant has been…

More details emerge about KFC Canada's fast casual concept

December 17, 2013

News of KFC's new Select fast casual concept opening in Toronto emerged earlier this month. Now, the company has released more details about the restaurant…