Pop life: Doc Popcorn embarks upon aggressive expansion

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The kettle corn concept now has almost 30 units and more than 100 in development.

Tips for branding and differentiation

Consultant Gerry O'Brion reviews his presentation on this key topic at the 2011 Pizza Executive Summit.

Duncan Hines Amazing Glazes -- old technology in new packaging

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

What makes Duncan Hines' new Amazing Glazes so "amazing?" Does it represent new technology? Or do the glazes represent a new application of an old technology?

Pizza Executive Summit: 'It's hip to be Foursquare'

Social media was a hot topic this week at the Pizza Executive Summit in Chicago, where operators heard from a variety of professionals who use it to help grow…

Dunkin’ Donuts mixes up Coolatta menu

June 30, 2011

As summer heats up, Dunkin' Donuts is once again celebrating the its Coolatta beverage line with an expansion of options.

Groovy: Circa-1960s flavor wins Baskin-Robbins Big Thaw contest

June 30, 2011

More than 80,000 ice cream enthusiasts voted in Baskin-Robbin's "The Big Thaw" promotion, an online survey to determine one classic flavor to bring back from…

Papa Gino’s one-day deal yields 10 percent sales boost

June 30, 2011

Sister chains Papa Gino's and D'Angelo's recent one-day, 50-percent off online deal, facilitated through the ONOSYS Online Ordering system, boosted ticket…

Pizza Executive Summit: Growing your business with the 'Power of One'

Restaurants hoping to succeed in today's economic times must know who they are, what they are and where they are going, according to Kathleen Wood, a…

Pizza professionals: It's hip to be Foursquare

Streetza Pizza entrepreneur Scott Baitinger talked about the value of this social media application at the 2011 Pizza Executive Summit.

The value of location-based marketing to pizza operators

Asif Khan talked about the strategy at the 2011 Pizza Executive Summit.

In-store TV, Wi-Fi coming soon to Taco Bell

June 29, 2011

Taco Bell Corp. has signed a long-term agreement with Indoor Direct Inc., owner of The Restaurant Entertainment Network, to install an in-store television…

Arby’s adds to its new Angus line

June 29, 2011

Arby's launched its Angus Cool Deli Sandwich across the country today.

Moo-ve over burger joints: Chick-fil-A sets Cow Appreciation Day

June 29, 2011

Chick-fil-A restaurants nationwide will celebrate the seventh annual Cow Appreciation Day event July 8 by offering a free meal to any customer who visits one…

Consumer Reports releases first QSR survey; smaller chains prevail

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

June 29, 2011

Quick-service giants McDonald's, Burger King, KFC and Taco Bell failed to impress Consumer Reports subscribers in the magazine's first-ever quick-service food…

Pizza Executive Summit: NRA VP gives 'The Washington Report'

Scott DeFife gives attendees an update on regulatory issues that could affect their businesses.  

El Pollo Loco names Top Grill Master

June 28, 2011

After months of regional competitions, El Pollo Loco named German Veletzuy from Sylmar, Calif., as Top Grill Master at its 17th Annual Grill Master Challenge…

Subway taps Upshot as merchandising and promotion AOR

June 28, 2011

Subway Restaurants has named Chicago-based Upshot as its merchandising and promotion agency of record.

Burger King launches July 4 deal

June 28, 2011

Burger King restaurants nationwide are celebrating the 4th of July holiday with a $1.04 deal on the Original Chicken Sandwich.

Wienerschnitzel’s Teenie-Wienie promotion offers prizes for all

June 28, 2011

Wienerschnitzel continues its 50th anniversary celebration with its new promotion: "Teenie-Wienie 50 Cars & Free Food for All Instant Win Game." Every…

Marble Slab Creamery celebrates red heads

June 28, 2011

Marble Slab Creamery has declared July 11 as "Red Head Appreciation Day" to help celebrate the launch of the brand's new Red Velvet Ice Cream.