New Zealand KFCs rolling out kiosks

July 9, 2012

New Zealand KFC locations are deploying kiosks this year to speed up ordering, according to the Nzherald.com.

Yum! Restaurants International names new general manager of Brazil

June 29, 2012

Yum! Restaurants International has appointed Andréa Rolim to the position of general manager, Brazil, overseeing the operations, marketing, training and…

Domino's, McDonald's UK commit 5 percent food waste reduction

June 28, 2012

Domino's Pizza and McDonald's are two of about 70 companies in the United Kingdom that have committed to the Hospitality and Food Service Agreement, and to…

Yum! Brands' David Novak named CEO of the Year

June 27, 2012

Chief Executive magazine has named David Novak, CEO of Yum! Brands, as its "2012 CEO of the Year," an award nominated and selected by a group of his peers.

McDonald's previews technology features at Olympic restaurants

In anticipation of large crowds, the flagship McDonald's includes seating for 1,500, including 70 seats on a second floor balcony with a view of the Olympic…

Pollo Tropical signs multiunit agreement in Guatemala

June 26, 2012

Pollo Tropical has entered into an exclusive multi-unit franchise agreement in Guatemala with a newly formed foodservice company, represented by José Garcés…

Commentary: McDonald's Skinner retiring with strong legacy in place

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO's list of accomplishments includes reimaged restaurants, McCafé launch.

Burger King Latin America launches Amazing Spider-Man promotions

June 25, 2012

Ahead of this summer's release of "The Amazing Spider-Man" movie, Burger King restaurants in Latin America and the Caribbean will pick up collectible items…

McDonald's unveils eco-friendly uniforms for Olympics

June 22, 2012

McDonald's has unveiled its employee uniforms for the London Summer Olympic Games – the company's first sustainable uniforms.

Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon debut in Jamaica

June 22, 2012

Tourists traveling through the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica, can now enjoy Cinnabon cinnamon rolls and Auntie Anne's hand-rolled soft…

Subway Canada introduces new Commit to Fit ambassador

June 20, 2012

Subway Restaurants has announced that Courtney Belanger is the new Commit to Fit Ambassador in Canada. She will join longtime U.S. ambassador Jared Fogle in a…

McDonald's recognized for effective marketing campaigns

June 19, 2012

Effie Worldwide and Warc, a global marketing intelligence service, revealed the global results of its Effie Effectiveness Index. Launched in 2011, the Effie…

Ben & Jerry's Japan store first in system to deploy digital signage

June 18, 2012

Scala Inc. announced that its software is powering the digital menu boards and a live "Twitter Ticker" at Ben & Jerry's recently opened flagship store in…

Kids meet soccer stars through McDonald's UEFA Euro 2012 sponsorship

June 18, 2012

On June 15, England's Owen Hargreaves and Sweden's Freddie Ljungberg met the McDonald's Player Escorts who were able to walk out with the teams at the Sweden…

Burger King's China expansion deal is biggest in brand's history

June 18, 2012

Burger King Worldwide Holdings Inc.'s recent development deal with the Kurdoglu family to open 1,000 restaurants in China throughout the next five to seven…

Krispy Kreme signs another agreement to expand in India

June 13, 2012

About a month after making its debut in India, Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Citymax Hotels Pvt.

Ronald McDonald House goes mobile in Canada

June 13, 2012

Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada, Ronald McDonald House Southern Alberta and Mosaic Primary Care Network have announced a new community health program …

Dunkin' CEO: Starbucks' bakery acquisition a 'great compliment'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New markets will focus on high-margin beverages and breakfast sandwiches.

Yum! Brands to double Pizza Hut, KFC units in Thailand

June 8, 2012

Yum! Brands announced that it is planning on doubling its KFC and Pizza Hut footprints in Thailand to 1,000 by 2020.

McDonald's comp sales fall in Japan and China

June 8, 2012

McDonald's Corporation today announced global comparable sales growth of 3.3 percent in May.