Handel’s ice cream franchise generated $1M in sales in 2013

September 2, 2014

The Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt franchise in Redondo Beach, Calif., generated $1 million in sales last year and owner Paul Danylik said it is on…

Sonic Drive-In adds to premium chicken, dessert lines

September 2, 2014

Sonic Drive-In has introduced a new Cheesy Pub Chicken Sandwich, which includes a grilled or crispy chicken breast with a pub-style cheddar cheese sauce, white…

Verne Troyer named celebrity judge for Krispy Kreme's film contest

September 2, 2014

Actor Verne Troyer, known for his work in the Austin Powers movie franchise, has been named as a judge for the second annual Krispy Kreme Film Festival in…

Baskin-Robbins intros pumpkin cheesecake ice cream

September 2, 2014

To celebrate the fall season, Baskin-Robbins has introduced a new flavor – pumpkin cheesecake – that will also be the brand’s September Flavor of the Month.

Farmer Boys launches Children's Hospital fundraising campaign

September 2, 2014

Farmer Boys will raise money for the Loma Linda University Children's Hospital-LLUCH throughout the month of September.

Taco Bell Foundation for Teens promotes high school graduation pledges

August 29, 2014

The Taco Bell Foundation for Teens partnered with GetSchooled and Viacom to encourage teens to finish high school.

Dunkin' Donuts partners with Penn State

August 29, 2014

Dunkin' Donuts of Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania is partnering with Penn State Athletics for promotions.

McDonalds builds 'music experiences' into ordering app

August 28, 2014

McDonalds is building online "music experiences" into its online food-ordering app.

Restaurants jump on selfie bandwagon to engage Millennial consumers

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A selfie that includes your restaurant, food or drink is a perfect form of implied testimonial.

#CONNECTsummit14: Consumers waiting for marketers to catch up

Thinking about plunging in to mobile marketing? Now is a great time, according to Jack Philbin, co-founder, president and CEO of Vibes and chairman of the…

Will Burger King’s competition take advantage of merger backlash?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Fans, politicians are calling for a boycott of Burger King after company establishes Canadian headquarters.

Arby's 'Meat Mountain' causing a buzz

August 27, 2014

You won't find it on any Arby's menuboard, but the Meat Mountain is making waves in social media, according to Business Insider and other sources.

Wienerschnitzel's brings back "cash in on a corn dog" sweepstakes

August 27, 2014

Wienerschnitzel announced today the return of its "Cash in on a Corn Dog" sweepstakes. The sweepstakes is running now through Dec. 31.

McDonald's USA kicking off football season with contests, exclusive content and more

August 27, 2014

In its second year as the official restaurant sponsor of the NFL, McDonald's announced special prizes and exclusive football content for customers.

Popeyes signs on as inaugural sponsor of the Bahamas Bowl

August 26, 2014

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen today announced its title sponsorship of the Bahamas Bowl.

Wayback Burgers launches national burger eating contest

August 26, 2014

Wayback Burgers announced it will host its seventh annual Triple Triple Burger Eating Contest on Sept. 18. Whichever customer eats the Triple Triple burger the…

Beanstalk Data announces strategic partnership with NCR

August 26, 2014

Beanstalk Data announced today it will integrate its CRM Marketing Master platform into NCR's restaurant POS systems.

Kentucky company launches self-service reservations widget

August 26, 2014

Louisville, Ky.-based QSR Automation announced the release of DineTime Host version 3.0, a browser widget that when added to a restaurant's website provides…

5 reasons restaurants should offer gift cards

Gift cards are a low-cost marketing tool that can help any size restaurant boost sales, order values and profit margins, and can deepen customer relationships.

Perceptions of McDonald's, Wendy's decline; Burger King on the rise

August 25, 2014

Recent research reveals that customers' perceptions of McDonald's continues to plummet, while Burger King brand perception is on the rise. Wendy's perception…