Krispy Kreme rolls out seasonal doughnuts

November 28, 2011

Krispy Kreme has added three festive holiday doughnuts to the menu, including the new Red Velvet Cake, classic Snowman and Chocolate Iced with Holiday…

Tim Hortons holiday promo features $25K in giveaways

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 28, 2011

Tim Hortons Café and Bake Shop kicked off its holiday promotion program over Thanksgiving and Black Friday, giving away cash prizes in the chain's heaviest…

Dunkin' Donuts names new loyalty marketing firm

November 27, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts has hired Publicus Groupe's Digitas to head up its loyalty marketing duties. The Boston-based agency's portfolio also includes American Express…

McDonald's Europe vows to promote only nutritious items online

November 27, 2011

McDonald's Europe has vowed to promote only nutritious items on its website. The QSR giant is one of 19 companies, along with Coca-Cola, Nestle and Mars, to…

Thanksgiving and giving thanks

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

An often overlooked trend in the restaurant industry is giving back.

Dunkin' Donuts Twitter promotion kicks off holiday season

November 22, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts is hosting a Twitter promotion on Black Friday giving fans the chance to win a Keurig brewer and a box of Dunkin' Donuts K-Cup packs.

Jack in the Box upgrading its burger line

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain jumping into increasingly heated "better burger" space.

Are we there yet?

by Lori Walderich — CMO, Top That! Pizza

Consider a few strategies to build a brand in bad(ish) times.

McDonald's Canada names new digital agency

November 21, 2011

Tribal DDB Canada, the integrated digital and social marketing group of DDB Canada, announced it has been appointed digital agency of record (AOR) for…

QSRs providing Thanksgiving meals, promotions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

NRA estimates 14 million Americans will visit a restaurant for holiday meal.

Carl's Jr. adds Oreos to dessert menu

November 20, 2011

Carl's Jr. has introduced a new Hand-Scooped Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich throughout the western U.S.

Hardee's turns up the heat on new sandwich

November 20, 2011

Hardee's is turning up the heat and expanding its line-up of Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders and Chicken Fillet Sandwiches with new Buffalo-flavored options.

Pretzelmaker launches combo option

November 20, 2011

Pretzelmaker has created a new combination highlighting its Pretzel Bites – the brand's signature bite-sized, salted pretzel snack.

Seattle's Best plans Black Friday giveaway

November 20, 2011

Seattle's Best Coffee, part of Starbucks Corporation, is delivering a perk to those who have to work this Black Friday, Nov. 25: free coffee.

Study: Daily deal promotions generate new customers

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Many concerns about offering such deals are overstated.

Villa Enterprises launches holiday giveaway contest

November 17, 2011

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd. Inc., a global multi-concept restaurant franchisor, has launched its Villa Holiday Giftaway, with free prizes such as iPod…

Del Taco campaign raises money for troops

November 16, 2011

Southern California-based Del Taco opened its first location in Texas one year ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the Denton, Texas, location is hosting a…

Taco Cabana raises $63K+ for military families

November 16, 2011

Taco Cabana has presented a $63,596 donation to the Warrior and Family Support Center (WFSC), a national rehabilitation center located in San Antonio.

Wendy's rolls out new burger, the W

November 16, 2011

Wendy's has launched its new "mid-tier" burger, the W. The item features two 2.25-ounce patties of North American beef, cheese and Wendy's zesty signature…

Yogurtland brings back holiday flavor promotion

November 15, 2011

Yogurtland is bringing back its "12 Days of Yuletide Yumminess" promotion for the second year in a row.