Carl's Jr., Hardee's encouraging online donations for military families

July 3, 2012

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurant chains, raised more than $750,000 for military families and communities through its…

Digital menu boards showing up on food trucks

by Christopher Hall — w, t

Digital display used to display menu items and keep customers entertained with trivia and games.

Dunkin' Donuts launches Oreo-inspired line

July 2, 2012

The Oreo cookie is marking its 100th anniversary this year and there have been plenty of promotional campaigns surrounding its centennial milestone. Dunkin…

Jersey Mike's kicks off Wreaths Across America promotion

July 2, 2012

For the third year in a row, Jersey Mike's Subs will celebrate "Christmas in July," by holding a nationwide fundraising and awareness building campaign for…

Taco Bell treats Alaskans to free tacos after hoax

July 2, 2012

A feud between two Bethel, Alaska, residents resulted in Taco Bell's "Operation Alaska" over the weekend, in which the chain gave away about 10,000 tacos.

McDonald's launches educational webinar series for Hispanics

July 2, 2012

McDonald's has announced the latest extension to its national Hispanic education program with the launch of Latinos Rumbo al College, a free webinar series…

National Restaurant Association unveils new branding initiative

July 1, 2012

In an effort to unify its enterprise, programs and products, the National Restaurant Association has launched a new branding initiative and logo. The NRA's…

Remodeled Wendy's units exceeding 25 percent sales growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Company plans to accelerate Hispanic and digital marketing platforms.

Thirteen organizations join No Kid Hungry effort

June 29, 2012

Share Our Strength joined Kevin Concannon, the USDA's under secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services, as well as Celebrity Chef John Currence…

Rita's rolls out Sour Patch Kids flavor

June 29, 2012

Rita's Italian Ice has introduced its newest flavor – Sour Patch Kids Red Italian Ice – now available in stores across the system.

Yogurtland introduces dairy-free sorbet

June 29, 2012

Yogurtland has introduced its first dairy-free option as part of a trio of new limited-time summer flavors.

Subway testing mobile ordering app, delivery

June 29, 2012

Subway restaurants in Orange County, Calif., are testing a new mobile app developed by ZippyYum that allows consumers to order meals using their iPhone, iPod…

Yum! Restaurants International names new general manager of Brazil

June 29, 2012

Yum! Restaurants International has appointed Andréa Rolim to the position of general manager, Brazil, overseeing the operations, marketing, training and…

A&W Burger franchisee launches mobile marketing initiative

June 29, 2012

3Seventy, a provider of mobile engagement solutions, has announced the launch of a new SMS marketing campaign for Harman Management, the owner of A&W…

Study: Dallas is the busiest market for QSRs

June 28, 2012

In 2011, 34 percent of the population in Dallas patronized a quick-service restaurant 20 or more times a month, making it the No. 1 market for incidence of…

Jack in the Box president joins Big Brothers/Big Sisters board

June 27, 2012

Leonard "Lenny" Comma, president and chief operating officer of Jack in the Box Inc., has joined the board of directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

KFC Colonel's Scholars introduces employee scholarship

June 27, 2012

KFC has announced an employee scholarship program for 2012. For the first time, the KFC Foundation will award 300 $1,500 scholarships to current employees. The…

McDonald's names Happy Meal Chefs contest winners

June 27, 2012

Sarah Ralston, 11, of New Albany, Ohio, and Elayna Saley, 8, of Salt Lake City, Utah, recently submitted winning stories about nutritious family mealtime to…

McDonald's previews technology features at Olympic restaurants

In anticipation of large crowds, the flagship McDonald's includes seating for 1,500, including 70 seats on a second floor balcony with a view of the Olympic…

Burger King hosting original chicken sandwich deal

June 26, 2012

This weekend, in celebration of the 4th of July, Burger King restaurants nationwide will offer all guests the BK Original Chicken Sandwich for $1.04 each. The…