Carl's Jr., Hardee's double up on bacon

July 25, 2012

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have introduced a new addition to their lineup of Made from Scratch Biscuits. The new Bacon Bacon Biscuit features crispy bacon strips…

Rita's Italian Ice signs deal to serve products at MetLife Stadium

July 24, 2012

Rita's Italian Ice has announced that it has agreed to serve its products at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Arizona McDonald's to host backpack giveaway for schoolchildren

July 24, 2012

McDonald's restaurants throughout greater Phoenix and northern Arizona will host Backpack Saturday at 8 a.m. July 28. During the event, 20,000 backpacks will…

White Castle kicks off Autism Speaks campaign

July 24, 2012

Autism Speaks Puzzle Pieces are now available for $1 at all White Castle restaurants as the chain kicks off its annual campaign to raise money for the research…

Roy Rogers names director of Marketing

July 24, 2012

The Plamondon Companies has named Melanie Dyer director of Marketing for Roy Rogers Restaurants. Dyer will oversee all marketing and communications for the 4…

McDonald's focusing on value in slowing global economy

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Breakfast and beverage platforms continue to gain momentum.

McDonald's new menu platform spotlights lower-calorie offerings

July 23, 2012

McDonald's USA is introducing this week its "Favorites Under 400 Calories" – a new menu platform featuring existing food and beverage choices at restaurants…

Chick-fil-A backlash continues with Boston mayor, the Muppets

July 23, 2012

The fallout over Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy's recent comments against gay marriage has continued with the Boston mayor and the Jim Henson Company chiming…

Jack in the Box rolls out mini corn dogs

July 23, 2012

Jack in the Box restaurants are adding mini corn dogs to the menu in time for county fair season. These bite-sized portions are served without sticks and come…

Arby's celebrates anniversary with 64-cent Classic Roast Beef

July 20, 2012

Arby's has been in business since 1964 and on July 23, the chain will celebrate its anniversary by offering its signature sandwich, The Classic Roast Beef, for…

Wendy's CMO joins Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption board

July 20, 2012

The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption has elected Craig Bahner to join its board of trustees. Bahner is the chief marketing officer at The Wendy's Company.

Subway NZ hosting gift card design competition

July 20, 2012

Subway New Zealand has introduced an "Our Card's Your Canvas" competition encouraging fans to design their own Subway gift card.

Quiznos names new CEO, CMO

July 19, 2012

Quiznos has announced the appointment of Stuart K. Mathis as the company's new president and chief executive officer, effective July 30, 2012. Additionally…

Jack in the Box goes retro with new malted shakes

July 19, 2012

Now available for a limited time, Jack in the Box is expanding its line of Real Ice Cream Shakes with two flavors of Malted Crunch Shakes – vanilla and…

Popeyes' updated website includes social media portal

July 19, 2012

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., launched its redesigned website today at www.popeyes.com. The updated site includes improvements…

Burger King rolls out soft serve platform in Canada

July 19, 2012

Burger King restaurants in Canada have introduced hand-spun shakes, premium sundaes and traditional soft serve cones.

TCBY's three new flavors named by Facebook fans

July 19, 2012

TCBY is now featuring a non-fat, non-dairy Pomberry Sorbet throughout July. The chain also will introduce a new non-fat Black Cherry soft serve frozen yogurt…

Chick-fil-A responds to 'anti gay' Facebook criticism

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brand's Facebook page dominated by this conversation.

Chick-fil-A president's comments ignite Facebook firestorm

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

July 18, 2012

The latest reports showing Chick-fil-A's financial commitment to organizations that are considered anti-gay have ignited plenty of controversy and calls for a…

McDonald's declines Olympic tax break

July 18, 2012

London's Olympic Games sponsors headquartered outside of the United Kingdom are eligible for a tax exemption, but McDonald's has declined the benefit.