Top 2012 (non-menu) stories for the QSR segment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Intensified competition has been driven by comprehensive rebranding efforts.

Millennial Hispanics have large influence on foodservice trends

December 11, 2012

Sixty-five percent of U.S. Hispanics are Millenials, ages 22 to 35. Consequently, this specific demographic is expected to significantly influence the ethnic…

Tim Hortons launches holiday merchandise

December 11, 2012

Tim Hortons has released its annual limited-edition mugs and tree ornaments, and, new this year, toques and Tim Hortons Tassimo T-Discs. The holiday…

Burger King Latin America integrates digital channels

December 11, 2012

Following the launch of its first ever unified website in the Latin America and Caribbean region earlier this year, the Burger King brand has rolled out new…

QSR brands among most requested gift cards for holidays

December 10, 2012

Santa will be busy visiting some quick-service restaurant brands this holiday season in order to fulfill the wish lists of consumers. GiftCardRescue.com's…

Krispy Kreme marks 500th international location

December 7, 2012

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation will celebrate its 500th international store opening this weekend in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Since opening its first…

Burger King expanding menu in Canada

December 7, 2012

Burger King Worldwide announced plans to begin rolling out a substantially expanded menu in Canada; one that mirrors its largest-ever menu overhaul in the U.S.

KFC, franchisees sponsor Soldiers to Summits climber

December 7, 2012

Disabled Army veteran Tommy Carroll is attempting to climb Mt. Cotopaxi, a 19,347-foot mountain in Ecuador, as part of his yearlong journey with Soldiers to…

2012 QSR menu trends were all over the map

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

From bacon sundaes to barbecue sandwiches, this year pushed the innovation envelope.

Taco Bells impacted by Sandy to honor World Series promo

December 6, 2012

Taco Bell's "Steal A Base, Steal A Taco" promotion, held conjunction with October's World Series, will be honored at units that were closed because of…

Tasti D-Lite marks holidays with peppermint cake

December 6, 2012

Just in time for the holiday season, Tasti D-Lite is promoting its special peppermint cake, available in 6 or 8 inches. The cake includes peppermint Tasti…

Miami Dolphins partner with Burger King home delivery service

December 5, 2012

The NFL's Miami Dolphins announced an official partnership with Miami-based Burger King Worldwide Inc. in support of the brand's new home delivery service, BK…

Dunkin' Donuts to showcase fans in Times Square on New Year's Eve

December 5, 2012

Beginning today, Dunkin' Donuts' "Top of the WorlDD" Photo and Video Contest gives the brand's Facebook fans the chance to start 2013 "at the top" by having…

CETW: Keynote Paul Price on social media

Paul Price, CEO of Creative Realities, discusses how technology is getting better, cheaper and faster - and how the rate of change is accelerating, and why it…

Whataburger launches Facebook contest to find local 'heroes'

December 4, 2012

Whataburger will honor a series of "Hometown Heroes" who give back to their communities through a new Facebook contest.

Dunkin' Donuts signs QB Colt McCoy as multiunit franchisee

December 3, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts announced today the signing of a multiunit store development agreement with new franchise group, Coffee Action West LLC, for 21 traditional…

Taco Cabana partners with Dr Pepper for Cotton Bowl sweepstakes

December 3, 2012

Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group, and Dr Pepper have launched a contest for college football fans where a grand prize winner will receive…

Burger King celebrates Whopper anniversary with 55-cent deal

December 3, 2012

In honor of the 55th Anniversary of the Whopper, participating Burger King restaurants nationwide are offering the Original Whopper for 55 cents with the…

Baskin-Robbins introduces holiday ice cream cakes

December 3, 2012

Baskin-Robbins is offering a new lineup of dome-shaped, holiday-themed ice cream cakes. Guests can customize each cake by choosing their favorite ice cream…

Jack in the Box rolls out Bonus Jack value combo meal

December 3, 2012

The Bonus Jack, a double-patty cheeseburger that made its debut in 1970, is back for a limited time at participating Jack in the Box locations. Jack in the Box…