Forecasting a new product jackpot

Of Jack in the Box and Burger King's new premium sandwich menu lines, one is a hit and the other a miss.

White Castle exec goes 'Undercover' in reality show

February 28, 2010

White Castle got its turn on the new reality series Undercover Boss on Sunday. Dave Rife, one of the owners of the Ingram-family-owned company, spent a week…

Health writer debunks Super Size Me with his own fast-food diet

February 28, 2010

Inspired by what he saw as false science in the documentary Super Size Me, health writer and comedian Tom Naughton undertook his own fast-food diet with…

Telling your food safety story

Many QSRs have strong standards, but they take a quiet approach communicating that message.

White Castle exec goes 'Undercover' in reality show

February 28, 2010

White Castle got its turn on the new reality series Undercover Boss on Sunday. Dave Rife, one of the owners of the Ingram-family-owned company, spent a week…

Health writer debunks Super Size Me with his own fast-food diet

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February 28, 2010

Inspired by what he saw as false science in the documentary Super Size Me, health writer and comedian Tom Naughton undertook his own fast-food diet with…

Telling your food safety story

Many QSRs have strong standards, but they take a quiet approach communicating that message.

Tim Hortons launches new stock buyback program

February 25, 2010

Tim Hortons Inc. has announced board approval of a new 12-month $200 million (Canadian) share repurchase program to begin in March, subject to receipt of final…

Tim Hortons launches new stock buyback program

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February 25, 2010

Tim Hortons Inc. has announced board approval of a new 12-month $200 million (Canadian) share repurchase program to begin in March, subject to receipt of final…

Is your menu slowing speed of service?

Increasing order thruput is always top of mind, but too many chains don't understand how their menu design may be to blame.

Is your menu slowing speed of service?

Increasing order thruput is always top of mind, but too many chains don't understand how their menu design may be to blame.

Is Burger King's SBC coffee a contender in the coffee war?

by Mark Crawford — Dir Choc Biz Dev, Mont Blanc Gourmet

A specialty coffee guru sheds light on where the chain's new offering may fall short.

Is Burger King's SBC coffee a contender in the coffee war?

by Mark Crawford — Dir Choc Biz Dev, Mont Blanc Gourmet

A specialty coffee guru sheds light on where the chain's new offering may fall short.

QSR breakfast sales hurt by unemployment rate

February 21, 2010

Quick-service chains from Carl's Jr. and Jack in the Box to Burger King and Arby's have suffered over the last year thanks to the nation's high unemployment…

QSR breakfast sales hurt by unemployment rate

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February 21, 2010

Quick-service chains from Carl's Jr. and Jack in the Box to Burger King and Arby's have suffered over the last year thanks to the nation's high unemployment…

Dunkin' franchisees welcome Travis' approach

Dunkin' Donuts owner-operators say that CEO Nigel Travis is indeed franchise focused.

Jack in the Box hopes new grilled sandwiches boost sales

February 18, 2010

Jack in the Box Inc. is counting on a free 'grilled sandwich with purchase' promotion to drive trial and boost the average check, company chairman, CEO and…

Dunkin' franchisees welcome Travis' approach

Dunkin' Donuts owner-operators say that CEO Nigel Travis is indeed franchise focused.

Jack in the Box hopes new grilled sandwiches boost sales

February 18, 2010

Jack in the Box Inc. is counting on a free 'grilled sandwich with purchase' promotion to drive trial and boost the average check, company chairman, CEO and…

Florida Tomato Growers Exchange to implement social responsibility platform

February 17, 2010

The Florida Tomato Growers Exchange has announced the implementation of a new social responsibility program that includes supplying tomatoes under a program of…