NRA launches pilot program for military families in Texas

September 19, 2011

The National Restaurant Association and the Texas Restaurant Association have partnered for the launch of "Freedom is Sweet!"a fundraising campaign to support…

Carl's Jr., Hardee's roll out Steakhouse Burgers

September 19, 2011

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's have added Steakhouse Burgers to their menus. The respective Six Dollar Burger and Thickburger versions feature a charbroiled…

RAMP: Mobile couponing and daily deals

Saiful Khandaker from FreebeePay used the recent mobile payments conference in Chicago to talk about his company's solution for mobile couponing and daily…

RAMP: NFC and mobile loyalty programs

Mohammad Khan, president and founder of ViVOtech, talked about the convenience of combining NFC technology with loyalty programs at the RAMP mobile payments…

Burger King shakes up menu with soft serve desserts

September 18, 2011

Burger King Corp. is celebrating the end of the summer season with the launch of a new, premium soft serve dessert menu that includes sundaes, shakes, cones…

Arby's, Tasti D-Lite partner with Mattel Games

September 18, 2011

Arby's has been named as one of a handful of new national promotional partners with Mattel Games. The partnerships were secured by Mattel's new AOR, Allied…

TCBY plans 30th anniversary celebrations

September 18, 2011

TCBY has planned its official 30th anniversary celebration, with nationwide events created specifically to thank its customers. On Sept. 30, participating…

Wendy's launches Dave's Hot 'N Juicy burger

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

September 18, 2011

Wendy's begins selling its new burger line today, Dave's Hot 'N Juicy, named after late founder Dave Thomas.

Foodservice Social Media: Learn, talk, advocate, support and innovate

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

To implement a successful social media strategy, foodservice operators need to invest in their customers and their strategy.

Quiznos brings back Black Angus sub

September 14, 2011

Quiznos has re-launched its Black Angus on Rosemary Parmesan Sub in stores nationwide today. The limited-time offer includes thick slices of premium Black…

Pretzelmaker kicks off Twisted Tuesdays

September 13, 2011

Pretzelmaker kicked off its Twisted Tuesdays promotion this week. Every Tuesday in September, customers who buy a pretzel from Pretzelmaker can treat a friend…

Subway named an initial Openbucks' gift card payment partner

September 13, 2011

Openbucks launched its Gift Card Payment Network at TechCrunch Disrupt, a technology-focused conference taking place this week in San Francisco.

Dunkin' Donuts kicks off 10th KidZone program

September 13, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts has officially kicked off its 2011-12 KidZone and Dugout programs, which offer special seating sections for children from charitable…

Michigan Wendy's partner with Susan G. Komen for the Cure

September 12, 2011

Wendy's restaurants and the Michigan Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure are kicking off a "Give a Dollar...Get a Dollar" fundraising initiative to help…

Subway partners with Buffalo Bills

September 12, 2011

Subway Restaurants has announced a partnership with NFL franchise the Buffalo Bills.

Whataburger Classic Cup campaign benefits military patients

September 11, 2011

In recognition of U.S. military members, Whataburger, in partnership with Coca-Cola, has launched a limited-edition Classic Cup collector's series.

McDonald's begins roll out of healthier Happy Meals

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

September 11, 2011

McDonald's has started rolling out its new, healthier Happy Meals in some markets.

QSRs roll out fall LTOs, promotions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Autumn flavors pushed into spotlight; football-themed promotions generate guest excitement.

Krispy Kreme launches coffee tour, expands in Virginia

September 7, 2011

To celebrate the launch of its new signature coffee line, Krispy Kreme has embarked upon a "Worthy" Tour, delivering sample packs of coffee and Original Glazed…

Food truck segment speeding up

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

September 7, 2011

The food truck has been gaining momentum since 2008, with some predicting a short-lived heyday. That has certainly not been the case, as new research by the…