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Carvel makes donation for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts
December 18, 2012
Carvel Ice Cream has donated $50,000 to the American Red Cross for Superstorm Sandy relief efforts. The funds raised support the ongoing Red Cross response to…
read nowTim Hortons launches Random Cups of Kindness campaign
December 17, 2012
Tim Hortons' "Random Cups of Kindness" campaign begins today and runs through Dec. 22. During the promotion, thousands of randomly selected guests at more than…
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What to expect in the quick-service segment in 2013
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Mobile initiatives will pick up in the New Year, and so will competition from other segments.
read nowMcDonald's Happy Meal promotion features Moshi Monsters
December 13, 2012
Starting Dec. 14, Moshi Monsters will be featured as the McDonald's Happy Meal promotion throughout North America. The program will give fans a chance to…
read nowJersey Mike's plants flag in Nebraska
December 13, 2012
Jersey Mike's Subs opened its first restaurant in Nebraska this week, marking the chain's 32nd market. The new restaurant is located in Lincoln and is operated…
read nowCarl's Jr. same-store sales up nearly 6 percent
December 12, 2012
CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's brands, announced its third fiscal quarter financial results, ended Nov. 5.
read nowRestaurant promotions mark 12.12.12
December 12, 2012
Because today's date — 12.12.12 — is the last major numerical date using the Gregorian or Christian calendar until Jan. 1, 3001, some restaurant brands are…
read nowBurger King extends Whopper promotion
December 12, 2012
Due to popular demand, Burger King is bringing back its 55-cent deal in honor of the Whopper's 55th anniversary. From Dec. 13 to Dec. 16, customers who…
read nowCold Stone Creamery launches catering program
December 12, 2012
Cold Stone Creamery has launched a new catering program at select locations nationwide. The new catering service includes five new miniature novelties — Cake…
read nowPoints-based mobile loyalty service now available for small operators
December 12, 2012
A new subscription-based loyalty service once available to only large businesses is now ready for smaller and single-location businesses, including restaurants.
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Top 2012 (non-menu) stories for the QSR segment
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Intensified competition has been driven by comprehensive rebranding efforts.
read nowMillennial Hispanics have large influence on foodservice trends
December 11, 2012
Sixty-five percent of U.S. Hispanics are Millenials, ages 22 to 35. Consequently, this specific demographic is expected to significantly influence the ethnic…
read nowTim Hortons launches holiday merchandise
December 11, 2012
Tim Hortons has released its annual limited-edition mugs and tree ornaments, and, new this year, toques and Tim Hortons Tassimo T-Discs. The holiday…
read nowBurger King Latin America integrates digital channels
December 11, 2012
Following the launch of its first ever unified website in the Latin America and Caribbean region earlier this year, the Burger King brand has rolled out new…
read nowQSR brands among most requested gift cards for holidays
December 10, 2012
Santa will be busy visiting some quick-service restaurant brands this holiday season in order to fulfill the wish lists of consumers. GiftCardRescue.com's…
read nowKrispy Kreme marks 500th international location
December 7, 2012
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation will celebrate its 500th international store opening this weekend in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Since opening its first…
read nowBurger King expanding menu in Canada
December 7, 2012
Burger King Worldwide announced plans to begin rolling out a substantially expanded menu in Canada; one that mirrors its largest-ever menu overhaul in the U.S.
read nowKFC, franchisees sponsor Soldiers to Summits climber
December 7, 2012
Disabled Army veteran Tommy Carroll is attempting to climb Mt. Cotopaxi, a 19,347-foot mountain in Ecuador, as part of his yearlong journey with Soldiers to…
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2012 QSR menu trends were all over the map
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
From bacon sundaes to barbecue sandwiches, this year pushed the innovation envelope.
read nowTaco Bells impacted by Sandy to honor World Series promo
December 6, 2012
Taco Bell's "Steal A Base, Steal A Taco" promotion, held conjunction with October's World Series, will be honored at units that were closed because of…
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