Commentary: A conflicted view about food stamps at QSRs

The power and generosity of the food industry can help alleviate hunger locally.

De-Silo HR: The Next Evolution

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

It is projected that by 2013, 15 percent of business intelligence deployments will combine BI, collaboration and social software into decision-making…

Thanksgiving and giving thanks

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

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

Del Taco launches online store

November 22, 2011

Del Taco has launched an online web store featuring merchandise such as shirts and hats, gift cards and hot sauce.

Brazilian KFC, Pizza Hut franchisee posts positive sales again

November 22, 2011

Brazil Fast Food Corp., the second largest QSR chain in Brazil with 846 points of sale, including KFC and Pizza Hut São Paulo has announced financial results…

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.

Taco Bell eliminates 100+ jobs

November 21, 2011

Taco Bell, headquartered in Irvine, Calif., has eliminated 105 positions.

Yum! Brands creates separate India division

November 21, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has reorganized its Yum! Restaurants International division (YRI) to continue to drive aggressive international expansion.

Jack in the Box reports Q4 profit, beats expectations

November 21, 2011

Jack in the Box Inc. reported net earnings of $22.7 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter ended Oct. 2, 2011, compared with net earnings…

QSRs providing Thanksgiving meals, promotions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

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

Fast Casual Executive Summit: Staying in line with PCI

Brad Cyprus, from Vendor Safe Technologies, and Jeremy Gibeault, of Firehouse Subs, share take-aways from their Fast Casual Executive Summit session on the…

Yum! Brands adds member to board of directors

November 20, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has appointed Mirian M. Graddick-Weir, 56, to its board of directors effective Jan. 26, 2012.

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.

McDonald's releases statement about dropped egg supplier

November 20, 2011

McDonald's Corp. has released a full statement about animal cruelty allegations against Sparboe Farms, one of its egg suppliers. Following an extensive ABC…

American cuisine gaining relavance

When ordering Italian, Mexican and Chinese, consumers are most often experiencing Americanized versions of these cuisines.

IHOP opens express concept

November 17, 2011

The first IHOP Express has opened in the Gaslamp District of San Diego. Before its debut, the concept was tested on university campuses and military bases.

Jersey Mike's signs multiyear deal with PepsiCo

November 17, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs has signed an agreement with PepsiCo to retain exclusive beverage pouring rights in its 500 locations across 30 states.

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.