McDonald’s rejects calls to shift marketing focus

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

May 19, 2011

At its annual shareholders' meeting Thursday, McDonald's rejected a call from various health organizations and 20,000 petition signees to shift its "predatory…

Health professionals challenge McDonald’s in full-page ad

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

May 17, 2011

A full-page ad ran in newspapers across the country today, urging McDonald's to stop marketing junk food to kids.

Jersey Mike’s goes pink, launches Komen for the Cure fundraiser

May 12, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs has launched a six-month fundraiser, "Mike's Way to a Cure," benefiting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

S.C. Subway employees honored for heroism

May 12, 2011

Two Spartanburg, S.C. Subway employees have been recognized by the South Carolina Highway Patrol as "Highway Patrol Heroes" after assisting in a car accident…

Popeyes Golf Classic tees off Thursday

May 10, 2011

The Seventh Annual Sailormen Inc., Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Golf Classic featuring top industry executives from around the country, will tee off May 12 at the…

Yogurt Mountain raises $15K for Heart Association

May 5, 2011

Yogurt Mountain LLC customers and employees raised $15,020 for its "Have a Heart" promotion from Jan. 26-Feb. 14.

Sonic brings back Limeades for Learning program

May 5, 2011

To celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week, Sonic Corp. will once again help provide resources for teachers through its annual Limeades for Learning…

Webinar to address benefits of cause marketing

May 2, 2011

Cause marketing is a trend taking over the restaurant industry as chains and independent operators alike are focusing more on their local communities.

Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s launch Stars for Troops Campaign

May 1, 2011

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company to Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurant chains, launches the Stars for Troops fundraising campaign this week at…

West Coast Subways launch Fit to Fight Hunger

May 1, 2011

Nearly 1,600 Subway restaurants in California, Nevada and Hawaii are joining together for the Fit to Fight Hunger project, which supports local food banks and…

Bojangles' celebrates South Carolina teachers

April 28, 2011

Bojangles' will sponsor a fundraiser from May 16 through May 29 to celebrate South Carolina Teacher Appreciation Month.

Pittsburgh Ronald McDonald House gets fundraising boost

April 25, 2011

Equitable Gas Company has launched its Fueling Your Day With Love Campaign in conjunction with the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Pittsburgh and…

KFC opens new green restaurant

April 25, 2011

A new KFC unit in Indianapolis opens today and will feature a full menu of the chain's signature dishes, as well as some eco-friendly features on the side.

Subway shifting to greener menu panels

April 24, 2011

The Subway restaurant chain has long made a commitment to making its restaurants and operations more environmentally-friendly.

Jersey Mike’s marks milestone opening, year

April 21, 2011

Jersey Mike's Subs opened its 50th store in the Los Angeles area this week. The new unit is located on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood and is the third…

NRA honors four with Diversity Awards

April 13, 2011

The National Restaurant Association honored restaurant entrepreneurs and a culinary college with its 2011 Faces of Diversity.

McDonald’s listed as one of the best hourly jobs

April 12, 2011

Tuition assistance, flexibility and health insurance plans were among the top qualities judged in a list compiled by Working Mother Magazine's 2011 Best…

Truitt Bros. receives newcomer award from Culver’s Restaurants

April 6, 2011

Because of its ability to supply the Culver’s restaurant chain with pumpkin puree and pie filling during a shortage in 2010, Truitt Brothers has been given the…

Menchie’s pitches in for Japan relief efforts

April 6, 2011

Menchie's, a California-based, self-serve frozen yogurt franchise will support disaster relief efforts in Japan by donating 10 percent of its sales April 9 to…

Mark Wahlberg returns to help Taco Bell graduation program

April 6, 2011

The Taco Bell Foundation for Teens will hold its Graduate To Go fundraiser through April 21 at participating Taco Bell restaurants nationwide.