Game changers and shapers inspiring product development and innovation – Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Settings in demand during economic recovery include approachable, family friendly dining, vibrant, inspired, authentic and rustic.

Shoney's unveils new on-the-go concept

August 15, 2012

Shoney's new concept – Shoney's On The Go – hosted a Grand Opening celebration today in Houston.

Report: American consumers eating more 'mini meals'

August 15, 2012

U.S. consumers are less likely to skip their breakfast, lunch and dinner meal times now than they were five years ago, but these meals are often described as…

Cinnabon tests broader menu, jumps into pizza space

August 15, 2012

An Atlanta Cinnabon location is reportedly testing a new "Pizzabon," with pizza characteristics served on a snack size, savory bun.

TCBY eyes Dallas as franchising priority

August 15, 2012

Having already exceeded 2012 franchise growth expectations with its new self-serve frozen yogurt operating model, TCBY is now focusing on key markets across…

KFC, Pizza Hut managers receive death threats in Nepal

August 15, 2012

All four of the KFC and Pizza Hut units in Nepal have been closed because their branch managers have received death threats from employees.

QSRs upgrading to keep pace with fast casual growth

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Segment lines blurring as QSRs remodel and fast casuals add drive-thrus.

Jersey Mike's founder talks longevity, challenges

August 14, 2012

Peter Cancro, Jersey Mike's founder and CEO, was featured on CNBC's Squawk Box over the weekend, discussing the brand's longevity, growth plans and challenges…

Study: Toy trumps food choices in kids' meals

August 14, 2012

A newly released study done by Ontario, Canada's University of Waterloo suggests that kids' meals with a toy are more attractive to younger consumers than…

Dunkin' Donuts growing in Nevada, Kansas, Texas

August 14, 2012

Dunkin' Donuts has announced that the company is recruiting franchisees for the markets of Reno, Nevada, Wichita and Topeka, Kan, as well as portions…

McDonald's partners with KaBoom! for children's initiative

August 14, 2012

McDonald's has announced a new partnership with KaBoom!, a national non-profit that promotes play areas within walking distance of every child in the U.S.

Four tips to protecting your online reputation

August 13, 2012

Whether it's from a disgruntled employee, an angry customer or a competitor, a negative online review can hurt your brand's reputation. 

Redecorating with loss prevention

A good loss prevention program starts with an assessment of the current processes in operation.

Bojangles taking reservations for new menu item

August 13, 2012

Bojangles has launched Homestyle Tenders in select markets, including Atlanta, Roanoke and Lynchburg, Va.

Burger King, McDonald's apples recalled for possible listeria contamination

August 13, 2012

McDonald's and Burger King's apple supply has been voluntarily recalled by supplier Ready Pac Foods Inc. because of potential contamination of listeria.

West Liberty Foods named top vendor for Subway

August 13, 2012

West Liberty Foods, of West Liberty, Iowa, was named by the Subway brand and its Independent Purchasing Cooperative (IPC), as the 2012 Vendor of the Year at…

Church's Chicken names new SVP, General Counsel

August 13, 2012

Church's Chicken has announced that Craig S. Prusher has joined the chain as senior vice president, General Counsel and a member of the brand's executive…

Jack in the Box plans expansion in Southeast, Midwest

August 13, 2012

Jack in the Box Inc. disclosed the details of a refranchising transaction that was completed in May and included in the company's third quarter operating…

Tim Hortons jumps into single-serve coffee market

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

WiFi access, digital menu boards, double drive-thrus all part of current strategy.

Food Service Security Council event experiences double-digit growth

August 10, 2012

The National Food Service Security Council (NFSSC) recently completed its 33rd Annual Conference, held at the Hyatt Regency in Baltimore. The gathering…