Marble Slab and MaggieMoo's plan cupcake giveaway

November 15, 2011

Marble Slab Creamery and MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery will celebrate National Cupcake Day on Dec. 15 by giving customers one free ice cream cupcake from…

Keurig Brewers now available at Dunkin' Donuts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 14, 2011

Beginning today and continuing through the year, participating Dunkin' Donuts restaurants will sell the Keurig Elite Brewing System.

KFC names new head of marketing

November 14, 2011

KFC has named Jason Marker as its chief marketing officer in the U.S. Marker began his duties last week, after spending 18 months as vice president of global…

Dunkin' franchisee selects MyRadio music provider

November 14, 2011

DBI Stores LLC, a Dunkin' Donuts franchisee, has selected MyRadio as its music service provider for use in all company-owned stores in Texas.

Bojangles' offers gift card promotion for new opening

November 14, 2011

Franchisee 7Bo of Central Florida will celebrate the grand opening of its new Bojangles' location in St. Cloud, Fla., with a $25 gift card giveaway Nov. 17.

Burger Wars will heat up again

by Barry Klein — Marketing Directo, Go Roma

Wendy's and Burger King have the right leadership in place to get back to positive sales and competitiveness.

Jersey Mike's passes Komen fundraising goal

November 13, 2011

Jersey Mike's recently made two big charitable donations, including $1.1 million to the Susan G. Komen For the Cure organization, and $100,000 to Wreaths…

McDonald's new contest focuses on french fries

November 13, 2011

To celebrate its Zagat-winning french fries, McDonald's has kicked off its "You Want McDonald's Fries With That" contest and weekly drawing for a chance to win…

Sonic's Limeades for Learning sets record

November 13, 2011

Sonic Drive-In customers voted in record numbers for this year's Limeades for Learning initiative, resulting in 1,471 projects funded and $714,230 in donations.

Popeyes brings back Cajun Style Turkeys

November 13, 2011

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is again offering its Cajun Style Turkeys through December, or until supplies last.

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Subway development company raises $300K for diabetes

November 10, 2011

The staff of McLean, Va.-based Subway Development Corporation of Washington (SDC) recently hosted their 14th annual Charity Golf Tournament, with proceeds…

Jack in the Box launches ornament fundraiser

November 9, 2011

Jack in the Box restaurants is now selling limited-edition $1 ornaments featuring a Jack-style head wearing a green and white cap and pointy elf ears.

McDonald's launches Spanish Twitter account @MeEncanta

November 9, 2011

McDonald's USA is expanding its social media strategy with the launch of @MeEncanta, the chain's official Twitter handle focused on its growing number of…

Burger King's earnings receive international boost

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 9, 2011

Burger King Holdings Inc. released results for its third quarter 2011 that included a system-wide comparable sales increase of 1.6 percent driven by its…

Culver's launches Hometown Hall of Fame contest

November 8, 2011

Culver's has launched its first Hometown Hall of Fame Contest. From now through Dec. 5, guests are encouraged to share a story of their ideal local hero for a…

White Castle's short film contest inspired by Harold & Kumar

November 8, 2011

White Castle and the New York Film Academy have kicked off a short film contest inspired by New Line Cinema's new film "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D…

Dunkin' Donuts new sponsorship taps into Latin fan base

November 8, 2011

Dunkin' Donuts has announced a new sponsorship with Universal Music Latin Entertainment (UMLE) to be the exclusive coffee provider of Noche de Estrellas…

Earnings call: Wendy's gears up for 'mid-tier' burger launch

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Third quarter takes a hit from Arby's sale; however revenues and transactions up.

Specialty seasonal drinks added to McDonald's McCafe lineup

November 7, 2011

McDonald's USA has added two new beverages to its McCafe beverage line – Peppermint Mocha and Peppermint Hot Chocolate.