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Dairy Queen promos S’mores Blizzard with ‘virtual campfire’
May 28, 2014
Dairy Queen’s summer signature S’mores Blizzard is back and to mark its return, the brand has launched a new interactive website, smoresong.com.
read nowDunkin’ Donuts marks Global Donut Day with a freebie
May 28, 2014
Dunkin' Donuts will host its second annual Global Donut Day celebration June 6 by offering guests a free donut of their choice with the purchase of any…
read nowCold Stone Creamery launches 5 new summer offerings
May 28, 2014
Cold Stone Creamery has introduced five new Summertime Creation Sensations for a limited time. According to a news release, the line up includes Surrender…
read nowMcDonald’s Brazil launches team sandwiches for World Cup
May 28, 2014
The more than 800 McDonald’s restaurants in Brazil now feature special team sandwiches created in celebration of the upcoming FIFA World Cup Finals. Each…
read nowWhite Castle spotlights food truck in new social media contest
May 28, 2014
White Castle has launched its #CraveMobile Contest, giving fans a chance to win a visit from its food truck — the Crave Mobile — and host a party for 50 of…
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At 50, Chick-fil-A’s signature sandwich endures changing trends
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Chick-fil-A’s VP of Product Strategy and Development said the chain's new grilled platform could be a game changer for QSR.
read nowCousins Subs awards $14K to Wisconsin student-athletes
May 27, 2014
Milwaukee-based Cousins Subs awarded four high school seniors with $14,000 in scholarships as part of its second annual Wisconsin Sports Awards Scholarship…
read nowKrispy Kreme plans free doughnut giveaway
May 27, 2014
To mark National Doughnut Day, June 6, Krispy Kreme U.S. and Canadian locations are offering a free doughnut of any variety, no purchase necessary.
read nowPopeyes’ brings back most successful LTO ever
May 27, 2014
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen’s Chicken Waffle Tenders are back for a limited time. According to a news release, the tenders are the brand’s most successful LTO…
read nowArby’s to showcase 13-hour brisket smoking in real-time ad
May 23, 2014
On May 24, Arby’s is going for the Guinness World Record for longest TV commercial ever aired as the brand showcases its smoked brisket offering.
read nowWendy’s adds steakhouse cheeseburger to value menu
May 23, 2014
Wendy's has introduced the new Steakhouse Jr. Cheeseburger Deluxe, which will be available on the brand’s Right Price Right Size menu for $1.49 at…
read nowDunkin’ Donuts partners with the USO of NYC
May 23, 2014
Dunkin' Donuts has announced a year-long partnership with The USO of Metropolitan New York. The program kick-off coincides with the return of Fleet Week to the…
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Restaurant execs share successful mobile campaign stories
by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com
Brands execs are finding success from mobile campaigns by using gamification, loyalty, payments and other features.
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McDonald’s on the defensive about kids’ marketing, job opportunities
by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com
Attendees at this morning's shareholders' meeting likened Ronald McDonald to Joe Camel.
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Taco Bell names Niccol as new CEO
May 21, 2014
Taco Bell's former chief marketing and innovation officer Brian Niccol has been named as the brand's new CEO, succeeding Greg Creed, who will become CEO of…
read nowBaskin-Robbins packaged ice cream now available nationally
May 21, 2014
Baskin-Robbins and its distribution partner, Boardwalk Frozen Treats, announced that Baskin-Robbins packaged ice cream and ice cream bars are now available at…
read nowGo-Gurt flavor created exclusively for McDonald's Happy Meal
May 21, 2014
McDonald’s is adding a new yogurt side option for its Happy Meals, and has introduced a new mascot named “Happy” as its new “Happy Meal brand ambassador.…
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Carl’s Jr., Hardee’s introduce ‘biggest chicken sandwich’ in QSR
May 21, 2014
Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have introduced what they're calling the biggest chicken sandwich in the QSR segment. The Big Chicken Fillet Sandwich includes a…
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McDonald’s introduces augmented reality app for World Cup
May 21, 2014
Starting May 26, McDonald's will feature new French fry packaging globally, the first diversion from its signature red packaging. The change is happening to…
read nowDouble Down provides little buzz lift for KFC
May 20, 2014
New research from YouGov’s BrandIndex shows that KFC gained momentum in February from its #HowDoYouKFC” marketing campaign, timed to coincide with the Sochi…
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