Dairy Queen signs expansion deal in Guatemala

August 2, 2011

Dairy Queen has signed an agreement with franchisee Grupo Buen Rollo to open 15 locations throughout Guatemala by 2015.

'Groundhog Day' isn't reality

by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties

'Groundhog Day' isn't reality

Is your remote access PCI compliant?

by Brad Cyprus — Chief of Security and Compliance, Vendor Safe Technologies

When the PCI standard talks about remote access, it is referring to connecting to a computer when you are on another network. A typical example would be if you…

Arcos Dorados Q2 revenue up almost 30 percent

August 1, 2011

Buenos Aires, Argentina-based Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc., the world's largest McDonald's franchisee, reported results for the second quarter ended June 30.

Jack in the Box launches all-day Jumbo Breakfast Platter

August 1, 2011

For a limited time, Jack in the Box is offering a Jumbo Breakfast Platter loaded with mini pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns and a choice of bacon or…

Fiji KFC units close without key ingredients from secret recipe

August 1, 2011

Three KFC outlets in Fiji – two in Suva and one in Nadi – are temporarily closed as operators await the importation of key ingredients that make up Colonel…

Edible Arrangements signs master franchise agreement in China

August 1, 2011

Edible Arrangements has signed a master franchisee agreement with brothers Jianyi "Jack" Wang and Zhigang Liu for the development of stores throughout China.

Technomic: Multiunit concept owners have best of both worlds

August 1, 2011

Multiconcept operators, those companies that own and operate at least three unique restaurant concepts with annual sales of $10 million or more, find…

El Pollo Loco rolls out four new chicken burritos

July 31, 2011

As part of El Pollo Loco's new ¡Feel the Mexcellence! campaign, the chain has rolled out four Brand Nuevo Grilled Chicken Burritos.

Jersey Mike’s signs multi-unit development agreement

July 31, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs has signed multi-unit development agreements with restaurant industry veterans Steve Rosenfield and Linda Nash Rosenfield, who currently own…

Will restaurants add Google+ to crowded social media plates?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The fastest growing social media network ever is currently in beta phase for businesses.

NRA’s restaurant industry outlook strengthened in June

July 28, 2011

Driven by stronger same-store sales and traffic levels and a more optimistic outlook among restaurant operators, the National Restaurant Association’s…

Who will be 'the Chipotle' of the pizza industry?

An inside look behind a growing trend in the pizza industry.

Popeyes’ parent company moving headquarters

July 27, 2011

AFC Enterprises Inc., the franchisor and operator of Popeyes restaurants, has entered into a lease for a new corporate headquarters in Dunwoody, Ga., when the…

Jersey Mike’s recognizes standout franchisees

July 27, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs recognized outstanding franchisees and team members at its national conference held recently in Orlando, Fla. Also receiving special awards…

DNKN: Dunkin’ Brands goes public at $19 per share

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

July 26, 2011

Dunkin' Brands Group Inc., parent company of Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, has officially gone public. The company today announced its initial public…

How are we short?

"What? What do you mean we are out of product? Did you check the cooler and stockroom? How could we be out? I know I ordered plenty and checked it all in. What…

McDonald's Happy Meals slim down

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Changes reduce calorie count by 20 percent.

Subway bakes up healthier bread

July 25, 2011

The Subway restaurant chain has added calcium and vitamin D fortified bread to its menu.

In-N-Out threatens 'copycat' with lawsuit

July 25, 2011

Burger Express in Boise, Idaho has received a letter from In-N-Out's legal team asking it to stop using its red, white and yellow color scheme on block…