McDonald's taps new communications director for NY region

November 17, 2010

Cheryll Forsatz has been named communications director for the McDonald's New York Metro Region. The newly created position entails advising the region's…

Sweet ride: CKE Restaurants' promo features Black Beauty car

November 17, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, is offering up a chance to win the Black Beauty Car from "The Green Hornet."

KFC searching for the $20,000 Tweet

November 16, 2010

KFC is adding a modern-day twist to its scholarship application program.

Exit41 launches Facebook ordering app

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

November 16, 2010

Exit41 has officially launched a new web-based solution that will let Facebook fans of restaurant brands order meals via the social networking site. The app…

On the hunt for McDonald's new McCafe item

November 15, 2010

The McDonald's McCafe line, which has exceeded expectations, already features selections for mocha and caramel lovers, including the iced mocha, mocha frappe…

Bojangles prepping for its "Super Bo" party

November 14, 2010

Bojangles' is offering up a "Super Bo" party for the ultimate tailgater.

Contest winners bring TCBY back to Northwest Arkansas

November 14, 2010

TCBY, The Country's Best Yogurt, will boomerang back to Northwest Arkansas after a 10-year absence from the area. The company's "This Could Be Yours, The Great…

Dunkin' Donuts ices deal with Boston Bruins

November 14, 2010

Although healthy to play, Boston Bruins rookie forward Tyler Seguin has caught a cold. The second overall draft pick in the 2010-11 NHL draft will be featured…

GrubHub: Like Facebook for restaurateurs?

November 14, 2010

Could online ordering be as big as Facebook for the restaurant world? Possibly, now that online ordering outlet GrubHub has secured another round of…

Happy Meal ban under fire

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 11, 2010

A San Francisco vote last week to ban kids' meal toys if the food failed to meet stringent nutritional guidelines has conjured up a bit of a backlash.

Church's Chicken songs bring the spice

November 10, 2010

To celebrate Church's Chicken's new Spicier Spicy Chicken, the company held a contest to find the best song that represented the item.

KFC Japan tries to woo female consumers

November 10, 2010

Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan Ltd. plans to add more stores -- as many as 100 in three years -- that offer healthier menu items.

Loyalty app launched for Hardee's, Carl's Jr.

November 10, 2010

CKE Restaurants, parent company of Hardees and Carl's Jr., has added a new mobile app to its loyalty program. This is the first quick-service mobile app that…

Despite strong 3Q, Tim Hortons plans to close 36 U.S. units

November 10, 2010

Tim Hortons Inc. reported a total revenue increase of 9.8 percent in the third quarter ended Oct. 3. Momentum came from a same-store sales increase of 4.…

AFC Enterprises sales way up compared to last year

November 10, 2010

AFC Enterprises, franchisor and operator of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, reported an 8.2 percent system-wide sales increase for the third quarter ended Oct. 3.

Give the gift of Culver's this holiday season

November 9, 2010

Culver's is making holiday giving hassle-free with the launch of the company's eGifts social application. Culver's and First Data Corporation have partnered to…

Free taco day at Jack in the Box

November 9, 2010

Jack in the Box has announced a free taco give away day on Nov. 16.

It's a fry-for-all: Wendy's natural-cut, sea salt fries go national

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 9, 2010

Wendy's is now serving its natural-cut french fries nationwide. After testing the new menu item in Florida, Louisiana and North Carolina, the chain is ready…

Burgerville unveils three new menu items

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 9, 2010

Burgerville is heating up its breakfast menu and adding some spice to its sandwich line. Now available is the Senen's Breakfast Burrito; Green Chile Cheddar…

City of Brotherly Love loves Krispy Kreme

November 8, 2010

Krispy Kreme has opened its first unit in Philadelphia. The new store, located in Fox Chase, features all of the Krispy Kreme classics, including the Original…