National Restaurant Association names Sysco as Kids LiveWell partner

May 22, 2013

The National Restaurant Association announced that Sysco Corporation will serve as the sole distribution partner of the Kids LiveWell program, which was…

Arby's names new regional operations executive

May 22, 2013

Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. has announced the appointment of John Bowie to senior vice president of Operations for the Northeast Region. He will report to…

From the NRA Show floor: Optimism and investment

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile, digital signage solutions on trend as the technology pavilion continues to grow.

Sustainability program earns top Operator Innovations award

May 20, 2013

The National Restaurant Association has announced the winners of the second annual Operator Innovations Awards, with Kennesaw State University being named as…

Church's hires Burger King veteran to head development

May 20, 2013

Church's Chicken President and CEO Jim Hyatt announced the appointment of Tony Moralejo as its chief development officer responsible for domestic and…

Bread carriers help operators stand out in the crowded sandwich space

Away-from-home sandwich purchases are up because of consumer demand for lower prices, more variety, fresher and healthier items and flexible portions.

McDonald's plans to accelerate China business

May 17, 2013

Despite the supply chain drama that has befallen Yum! Brands in China this year, McDonald's has plans for an aggressive expansion in the market.

Women's Foodservice Forum opens registration for summit

May 17, 2013

Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF), will host its annual Executive Summit, a gathering of restaurant and foodservice industry executives, July 29-31, at the JW…

Taco Bell CEO: 'Sometimes the biggest innovation is not earth shattering'

May 17, 2013

Taco Bell CEO Greg Creed appeared on CNBC Thursday to discuss the brand's new Waffle Taco, currently in test in five California stores for the breakfast…

Burger King debuts another new menu

May 16, 2013

Burger King continues to show off its extensive product pipeline, introducing another handful of new items, this time as part of a "regionally inspired summer…

NRA announces new partnerships to help restaurant operators

May 16, 2013

Just ahead of its annual show this weekend in Chicago, the National Restaurant Association has announced multiple new partnerships designed to help restaurant…

Baskin-Robbins jumps into retail, tests online ordering

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The brand's new line of shelf-stable ,sherbet-flavored freezer bars is part of its 'weather proofing' strategy.

Popeyes testing out a breakfast menu

May 15, 2013

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is dipping its toes into the morning daypart. The company is currently testing a new Best Breakfast menu in the Charlotte, N.C., DMA.

Cousins Subs honor franchisees for sales, guest service

May 15, 2013

Milwaukee-based Cousins Subs recognized a number of its franchisees for outstanding performance at its annual meeting in Wisconsin.

Hot Dog on a Stick adds catering service

May 15, 2013

Hot Dog on a Stick has added a catering program to its operations. The chain has new company-branded catering vehicles that deliver to customers requesting the…

Co-branded Marble Slab, Great American Cookies opens on USC campus

May 15, 2013

Global Franchise Group LLC has opened a co-branded Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery establishment in the Russell House University Union on…

QSR employee strikes spread to Milwaukee

May 14, 2013

Just days after employees from a variety of quick-service brands walked off the job in Detroit and St. Louis, workers in Milwaukee followed suit today.

Tourists are coming: Is your restaurant ready to accommodate?

Since most foreign tourists won't have access to a PC during their trip, it's critical to offer mobile-based feedback mechanisms featuring short…

NRA adds members to leadership team

May 14, 2013

The National Restaurant Association has named Phil Kafarakis as its new chief innovation and member advancement officer. He will report directly to CEO Dawn…

Jersey Mike's the focus of Food Network program

May 14, 2013

Jersey Mike's Subs will be featured on the Food Network program "Giving You the Business" at 10 p.m. May 16.