Marketing News & Media
Ben & Jerry's new flavor inspired by '30 Rock' series finale
January 29, 2013
Ben & Jerry's will reveal a new flavor inspired by the NBC series "30 Rock," which airs its series finale on Jan. 31. The flavor will be ceremoniously…
read nowMenchie's franchise agreement paves way for Canadian expansion
January 29, 2013
Yogurtworld Franchising Corp. announced that it has sold its rights to develop and operate Menchie's Frozen Yogurt units in Canada. The primary assets that…
read nowDunkin' Donuts marking down bakery sandwiches in February
January 29, 2013
Dunkin' Donuts is embracing the extra value menu trend by offering its bakery sandwiches for the suggested retail price of $2.99 during February. The all-day…
read nowTaco Bell releases Super Bowl commercial, adds to Cantina menu
January 29, 2013
Taco Bell's Super Bowl commercial, titled "Viva Young" and featuring 87-year-old Bernie Goldblatt emulating the brand's "Live Mas" tagline, is now available on…
read nowHeart-shaped donuts return to Dunkin' Donuts
January 28, 2013
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Dunkin’ Donuts has brought back its heart-shaped donuts, including the Cupid’s Choice donut and the new brownie batter donut.
read nowPopeyes shifts spotlight to shrimp for Lenten season
January 28, 2013
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a division of AFC Enterprises Inc., has brought back its Louisiana-inspired butterfly shrimp just in time for the Lenten season.
read nowChurch's Chicken preps for Lent with seafood menu
January 28, 2013
Church's Chicken has added white fish fillets, fish and chips and crunchy, battered popcorn shrimp to the menu. The seafood offerings are available starting…
read nowSubway issues apology, promises consistency for footlongs
January 28, 2013
Subway has apologized to its customers after a photo went viral showing a footlong sandwich measuring less than 12 inches that sparked subsequent lawsuits for…
read nowVIBE mobile wallet launches with QSRs on board
January 25, 2013
At the Missouri Restaurant Association's Inaugural Ball held in St. Louis earlier this week, FreedomPay introduced its VIBE mobile wallet platform
read nowMcDonald's Canada named Marketer of the Year for transparency campaign
January 24, 2013
McDonald's Canada was recognized as the 2012 Marketer of the Year by Marketing magazine at a gala event held earlier this week.
read nowSubway sued over 'footlong' claim
January 24, 2013
A week after a photo went viral showing a Subway footlong actually measuring in at 11 inches, two New Jersey men have sued the company for false advertising.
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Subway's brand perception far outpaces QSR segment
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Taco Bell's perception gains are among the highest across all industries.
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McDonald's 2013 plans include strong product pipeline
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
The company's strategy includes adding more 24-hour restaurants to broaden accessibility.
read nowSubway offers fans a chance to attend NYC fashion show
January 23, 2013
Australian snowboarder Torah Bright and world champion gymnast Nastia Liukin will walk the runway in The Heart Truth Red Dress Collection Fashion Show at New…
read nowCheba Hut plants itself near University of Wisconsin's campus
January 23, 2013
Cheba Hut will open its newest location on Jan. 26 at 453 Gillman St. in Madison, Wis. The restaurant will feature locally sourced beverages such as Spotted…
read nowCarl's Jr. commercial banned in New Zealand
January 22, 2013
A Carl's Jr. TV commercial has been banned in New Zealand by the country's Commercial Approvals Bureau (CAB). According to the New Zealand Herald, the decision…
read nowBurger King introduces Philly chicken sandwich with BOGO deal
January 22, 2013
From now through Feb. 17, participating Burger King restaurants will feature the brand's classic original chicken sandwich and its specialty varieties…
read nowCousins rolls out Italian-themed subs, bread
January 22, 2013
Cousins Subs is introducing two "Hot Italian" subs to its classic menu: the Meatlovers Meatball and the Chicken Pizzaz.
read nowTaco Bell provides sneak peak of Super Bowl commercial
January 21, 2013
Taco Bell has unveiled a 60-second online teaser video in anticipation of its 60-second Super Bowl commercial. The commercial touts the brand's "Live Mas…
read nowCousins Subs establishes philanthropic foundation
January 21, 2013
Cousins Subs restaurants has established The Make it Better Foundation to "improve the welfare and quality of life in the communities it serves."
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