Seafood opportunities abound in the QSR space

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

There are a few reasons behind the seafood surge — sustainability, value and health and wellness trends.

Taking a deep dive into beverage trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Consumers have told us they want more coffee, tea and alcohol options from restaurants

Tim Hortons CEO: Intensity of QSR environment unlike anything in past 40 years

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The brand considers the U.S. a 'must-win' market with plans to add 300 restaurants by 2018.

A successful mobile campaign includes targeted, dynamic content

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A new report highlights the effectiveness of mobile advertising to limited-service restaurant consumers.

The kitchen's open: Consumers influencing restaurant design

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Consumers now want to see their food being made and who is making it; it gives them a comfort level.

How the recession changed Americans' eating-out habits

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

When the national menu-labeling rules are implemented, there will be more improvements in the quality of restaurant food.

President Obama asks businesses to 'give America a raise'

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The NRA claims a drastic increase in the minimum wage would limit opportunities for teens and entry-level workers.

NRA: Embracing technology, menu trends key in 2014

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The industry will employ 13.5 million in 990,000 units, and restaurant job growth will outpace the overall job growth rate.

Putting more plants on plates

Organization creates new vegetarian and vegan diet pyramid to offer guidelines.

Gone in a Flash: Restaurant websites abandoning Adobe's platform

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Flash is not compatible with Apple products and is not ideal in Google searches.

Maintaining menu relevance in the New Year

Exposure to ethnic menu items and ingredients will drive growth in awareness and enthusiasm of new cuisines.

QSRweb.com's most popular stories of the year

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

This year, readers were interested in menu trends, marketing campaigns, restaurant designs and emerging technologies.

Consumers have an appetite for mGifting

Once someone is mGifted a stored gift card, it is the ideal time to convert them into a consistent mobile user.

What's on the menu for 2014? Restaurant execs make their predictions

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Snacking innovation, sausage and Southern influences on the QSR radar.

QSR executives reflect on the top culinary stories of the year

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Spicy, barbecue, breads and local ingredients led research and development lists this year.

10 QSR stories in 2013 that had nothing to do with food

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Value menus and mobile platforms dominated QSR initiatives in 2013.

Top QSR menu stories from 2013

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Dessert innovations and co-branding efforts moved into the spotlight this year.

Customer experience research unveils shortcomings in restaurant industry

Ninety-eight percent of 'highly satisfied customers' are more likely to purchase additional products from the brand.

NRA menu trend predictions for '14: Local, healthy, sustainable

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Children's nutrition falls slightly from last year, while gluten-free jumps a few spots on the list.

Which digital marketing channels generate the most ROI?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Brands build habit and frequency by marketing on a one-to-one basis.