Popeyes recognized for diversity efforts

September 15, 2010

AFC Enterprises, Inc., the parent company of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, has been listed on Black Enterprise Magazine's "40 Best Franchises for African…

Krispy Kreme names new chief marketing officer

September 15, 2010

Dwayne Chambers has been named senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. He will assume the role on Sept. 27, leading…

New ad attacks McDonald's ... Is it fair?

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September 14, 2010

A new ad debuting in Washington, D.C. on Thursday points the finger at McDonald’s Corp. for an increase in heart disease.

Sonic reports sales, unit openings drop

September 14, 2010

Sonic Corp. announced preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year, ended Aug. 31.

Bojangles starts E-Club

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September 13, 2010

Bojangles’ World Famous Chicken ‘n Biscuits customers can now receive news and special offers through its new E-Club. Just for joining, Bojangles will award…

McDonald's, WFAN celebrate third annual football contest

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September 13, 2010

McDonald's Tri-State Area restaurants - including New York, New Jersey and Connecticut - and WFAN have announced they are joining forces once again for…

A La Mode: Subway models recycled packaging

September 12, 2010

Going green is certainly in style, and the Subway restaurant chain proved it at the recent "Project Subway" fashion show in Chicago.

Arby's Canada is thinking GJP

September 12, 2010

A Toronto-based company has been named the Canadian agency of record for Arby's. GJP Advertising will assume all creative and media duties for the chain's…

Taco Bueno joins Great American Dine Out

September 12, 2010

For the third consecutive year, Taco Bueno will participate in the Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out event. The chain will sell coupon books for $2…

Taco Bell ready to rock its 60-second commercial

September 9, 2010

The MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 12 will feature a specially developed, 60-second commercial promoting Taco Bell's "Super Delicious Ingredient Force."

Bojangles taps Erwin-Penland as AOR

September 9, 2010

Erwin-Peland, a public relations agency headquartered in Greenville, S.C., has been hired as Bojangles' Chicken 'n Biscuits' agency of record.

Whataburger to offer free shakes

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September 8, 2010

Whataburger is offering free, 4-ounce samplings of its famous shakes on Sept. 19 from 12 to 4 p.m. for dine-in customers. The promotion is a tribute to…

Carvel serves up appreciation

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September 8, 2010

In celebration of Customer Appreciation Day, Carvel, America's oldest retail ice cream franchise, is encouraging customers to nominate someone special for…

Carl's Jr., Samsung partner with blip.tv for new ads

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September 8, 2010

Blip.tv has partnered with Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) and Carl’s Jr. for two new ad campaigns.

Captain D's joins campaign to end childhood hunger

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September 7, 2010

Captain D's has announced its participation in Share Our Strength's Great American Dine Out, a national restaurant event created to help fight childhood…

The King markets in the U.K.

September 7, 2010

Burger King's marketing giant, The King, has crossed the Atlantic and is now flexing his promotional skills in the United Kingdom.

Au natural: Wendy’s testing fries with sea salt, potato skins

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

September 7, 2010

Wendy’s is taking its “You Know When It’s Real” marketing initiative very seriously these days.

Hardee's celebrates 50 years

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September 6, 2010

Hardee’s is turning 50 this month and plans to get its customers involved in the celebration. 

Burger King revamps breakfast in company's largest menu overhaul

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September 6, 2010

Burger King Corp. has announced the company’s largest menu renovation in its history, with nine new breakfast items.

Contest-winning donut to be sold in stores

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September 1, 2010

Dunkin’ Donuts is introducing a new donut that will drive you bananas. Starting next week and running through Sept. 12, the company will begin selling the…