Foodservice certification set for national expansion

September 30, 2013

Committed to winning America's fight against diabetes, obesity and other diet-related diseases, the United States Healthful Food Council (USHFC) has announced…

A look at McDonald's healthier menu, marketing plan

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

In addition to eliminating soda from Happy Meals, McDonald's will also offer vegetable, fruit and salads as a fry substitute.

Auntie Anne's adding retired pro athletes to franchising roster

September 27, 2013

As part of an initiative to partner with retired professional athletes, Auntie Anne's has announced retired NBA star Mark Blount as its newest franchise owner.

Subway raises $360K for diabetes research

September 27, 2013

McLean, Va.-based Subway Development Corporation of Washington raised $360,000 for the American Diabetes Association during a recent in-store campaign and…

Jack in the Box launches new late night 'munchies' menu

September 27, 2013

Jack in the Box has developed a new late-night menu — available between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. — to "cure the munchies." The menu includes four new entrée options:

Jack's restaurant chain adopts online ordering

September 27, 2013

Alabama-based Jack's Family Restaurant chain, has deployed an online ordering feature along with its "Preorder 4 Pregame" football-themed campaign.

Do you know your customer loyalty quotient?

Customers buy 20 percent more product and also accelerate purchase frequency by 20 percent when motivated by a reward.

Is McDonald's hinting at a branding change?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company's chef-centered event tonight will explore 'Good Food Served Fast.'

Taco Bell launches three Mountain Dew-based frozen drinks

September 26, 2013

On Sept. 26, Taco Bell restaurants nationwide will introduce the brand's new "House of Dew," three Mountain Dew-based frozen beverages.

Doc Popcorn, National Breast Cancer Foundation team up for fundraiser

September 26, 2013

In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Popcorn Poppin' Month in October, Doc Popcorn has partnered with the National Breast Cancer…

Good Times doubles chicken category sales, adds boneless wings

September 26, 2013

Good Times Restaurants Inc. today announced it plans to roll out new All Natural Boneless Buffalo Wings in October following a successful test in multiple…

Sonic's Limeades for Learning program returns

September 26, 2013

Sonic Drive-In's Limeades for Learning campaign has returned for its fifth year. The voter-driven initiative is held in partnership with DonorsChoose.org and…

KFC awards educational grants to hourly employees

September 26, 2013

The Kentucky Fried Chicken Foundation has awarded REACH Educational Grants to 508 hourly KFC team members.

Coffee takes center stage in QSR space

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

From giveaways to product rollouts, National Coffee Day is a reason to celebrate.

Popeyes unveils new Canjun Chili Garlic sauce

September 25, 2013

Due to popular demand, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has brought back its Dip'n Chick'n offering.

McDonald's marketing leader announces retirement

September 25, 2013

Neil Golden, McDonald's chief marketing officer, announced Tuesday that he is retiring after 24 years with the company. His departure is expected in early…

Burger King's new fries a QSR game changer?

September 24, 2013

Burger King's new "Satisfries" hit the market today, bringing to the QSR space a reduced-fat, reduced-calorie French fry option that features 190 calories, …

Taco Bell offers chance to win PlayStation 4 before launch

September 24, 2013

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC and Taco Bell today announced a co-branded, six-week "Play the Future First" promotion that will give away…

Tim Hortons' annual charity fundraiser underway

September 24, 2013

The annual Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign is back for one week starting today. Guests at restaurants across Canada can purchase a chocolate chunk Smile…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's CEO honored by Dream Foundation

September 24, 2013

Dream Foundation, a national wish-granting organization for adults and their families battling life-threatening illness, will honor Andy Puzder, CEO of Carl's…