Is your restaurant on a desire path?

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Put your product on paths that grow more and more comfortable as consumers use them.

Wendy's plans new ad campaign as part of brand rejuvenation

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

New products this year will feature twists on natural-cut fries and classic spicy chicken club.

McDonald's Japan testing car navigation system orders

March 1, 2012

McDonald's Japan is testing a service that will allow customers to place food orders en route to a drive-thru unit by using their car navigation systems.

Quiznos to make its debut in Russia

March 1, 2012

Quiznos has announced a partnership with QSR Russia Ltd (QRL), the master franchisee selected to launch the flagship Quiznos restaurants in Russia.

$2 billion lawsuit against Tim Hortons dropped

March 1, 2012

A $2 billion class action lawsuit brought forth by Tim Hortons franchisees against the parent company has been rejected by a judge.

Kentucky Restaurant Association training members of food safety, allergens

March 1, 2012

The Kentucky Restaurant Association is offering its members a discounted 90-minute webinar this month, produced by Kitchens with Confidence, a national food…

Dunkin' Donuts continues westward expansion

March 1, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts has announced the signing of a multi-unit store development agreement with Doug and Katy Redman for seven restaurants in Denver. The first is…

Restaurant operators report positive sales for 8th consecutive month

February 29, 2012

The outlook for the restaurant industry is positive for the coming months, as the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) remained…

Live from New York

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

The International Restaurant and Foodservice Show, set for the first weekend in March, will include a new Healthy Solutions Pavilion this year.

Boddie-Noell CEO to speak at foodservice security convention

February 28, 2012

The National Food Service Security Council (NFSSC) announced that Bill Boddie, president and CEO, Boddie-Noell Enterprises, will serve as a keynote at its 33rd…

OLO launches Groupon online ordering deals with Sonic

February 28, 2012

Participating Sonic restaurants in the Phoenix market and OLO Online Ordering have launched a new offer through coupon site Groupon.

Sourdough melts added to Jack in the Box breakfast menu

February 28, 2012

Jack in the Box restaurants are now offering two Sourdough Breakfast Melts for $3.50, plus tax, at participating restaurants.

Sonic introduces Sweet Potato Tots, Justice League kids' meals

February 28, 2012

Sonic has introduced new Sweet Potato Tots to its menu for a limited time.

Burger King signs NASCAR licensing agreement

February 28, 2012

Burger King Corp. has entered into a licensing agreement with BK Racing LLC. As part of the agreement, BKC has licensed the primary paint scheme on the No. 8…

Commentary: Restaurants need to embrace a health and wellness strategy

From Burger King's barbell breakfast menu to McDonald's apple slices and sodium reduction commitment, chains are wise to embrace a health and wellness strategy.

PeopleMatter launches real-time scheduling tool

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

New SCHEDULE module latest launch in PeopleMatter's Software-as-a-Service platform.

Taco Bell debuts new Live Más marketing campaign

February 27, 2012

Taco Bell's new slogan – Live Más – debuted Saturday during NBA's All-Star Saturday Night.

Burger King celebrates Leap Year with Scholars promotion

February 27, 2012

Burger King Corporation is celebrating the 2012 Leap Year, inviting all customers to help support the company's Have It Your Way Foundation.

Yum! Brands sued for using recipes without permission

February 27, 2012

TR & B Corporation has filed a lawsuit against Louisville, Ky.-based Yum! Brands for using recipes without permission.

USDA projects temporary rise in chicken prices

February 27, 2012

A shortage of poultry is expected to drive up chicken prices for consumers, according to the recently released USDA Agricultural Projections to 2021 report…