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June Restaurant Performance Index shows improved conditions
July 30, 2012
Bolstered by stronger same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) stood above 10…
read nowNPD: Consumer interest in smaller portions, customization lead to combo meal declines
July 30, 2012
Combo meals are down by about 1 billion servings since 2007, according to market research firm The NPD Group. A recently released NPD foodservice market…
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Game changers and shapers inspiring product development and innovation Part 1
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
The terms now capturing restaurant consumers' mindsets include simplicity, value, authenticity, playfulness, escapism, invigorating and risk taking.
read nowPizza cone concept expands in convenience stores
July 30, 2012
Cono Italiano's "pizza conos," or pizza cones, are now available at three gas station chains throughout the New York City market.
read nowDunkin' Brands names new chief information officer
July 30, 2012
Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has announced the appointment of Jack Clare to the position of chief…
read nowCarl's Jr., Hardee's parent company going public
July 30, 2012
CKE Inc. has announced that it has commenced an initial public offering of 13.3 million shares of its common stock at an anticipated public offering price…
read nowChick-fil-A's perception drops amid gay marriage controversy
July 30, 2012
Chick-fil-A's perception with quick-service restaurant consumers nationwide has taken a significant hit in most regions of the country, including the South…
read nowNRA launches sixth ServSafe Manager course
July 30, 2012
The National Restaurant Association (NRA) has launched its ServSafe Manager Online Course, 6th Edition – the web-based version of its ServSafe Manager Book…
read nowChick-fil-A spokesman dies suddenly
July 27, 2012
Don Perry, a longtime spokesman for Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A, died suddenly this morning of an apparent heart attack.
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Restaurant chains get into the Olympic spirit
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Brands using Facebook to offer promotions, engage fans.
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Dunkin' Brands' solid sales driven by cold beverages, sandwiches
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
Company plans to introduce K-Cups in California Baskin-Robbins stores, launch new mobile app.
read nowTaco Bell's green prototype unit to open in W. Va.
July 27, 2012
A new Taco Bell restaurant in Kenova, W. Va., features numerous green elements including LED lamps, a recirculating waterfall in the drive-thru and insulating…
read nowRita's Italian Ice raises $388K for children's cancer research
July 27, 2012
Rita's Italian Ice announced that it raised $388,237 following the June conclusion of the company's nationwide annual Paper Lemon Fundraising campaign and…
read nowSeven universities launch petitions to remove Chick-fil-A
July 26, 2012
Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy's recent comments against gay marriage continue to generate ire from various factions.
read nowConsumer perception of Burger King sours after social media crisis
July 26, 2012
The photo of a Burger King employee standing in two lettuce bins went viral quick and has since caused consumer perception of the brand to decline sharply.
read nowAuntie Anne's testing mobile ads with real-time redemption
July 26, 2012
Auntie Anne's Pretzels is partnering with The Coca-Cola Company, Millennial Media and Sparkfly Inc. to pilot a mobile advertising campaign that will offer…
read nowWhite Castle's new facility will bring 100 jobs to Ohio
July 26, 2012
Columbus, Ohio-based White Castle has announced that it is building a new frozen food facility, which will create 100 permanent jobs in Vandalia, just north of…
read nowSingapore In-N-Out pop-up stand sells out in 5 minutes
July 26, 2012
In-N-Out Burger's cult following has extended well beyond U.S. borders. The chain's pop-up stand in Singapore sold out of burgers within five minutes of making…
read nowLocal Store Marketing University to participate in Calif. foodservice expo
July 26, 2012
Duke Marketing LLC has announced that LSM-U, Local Store Marketing University, an educational program devised to enhance restaurant marketer's ability to…
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How does a restaurant pop the question?
by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter
Engaged employees can increase revenue per interaction, improve repeat business and ensure customer advocacy.
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