Burger King muffin sandwich takes aim at McDonald's

As the breakfast wars ramp up, Burger King launches a value sandwich and a breakfast bowl.

Technomic: 2009 chain sales fall but there were bright spots

March 25, 2010

The 500 largest U.S. restaurant chains registered a decline in sales, posting 0.8 percent annual sales decline in 2009. According to data released today by…

Technomic: 2009 chain sales fall but there were bright spots

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March 25, 2010

The 500 largest U.S. restaurant chains registered a decline in sales, posting 0.8 percent annual sales decline in 2009. According to data released today by…

Report: 34% of QSR users visited less often in Q4 '09

March 18, 2010

As quick-service operators well know, the segment has been hurt more this recession by reduced consumer spending and high unemployment than in past downturns.

Report: 34% of QSR users visited less often in Q4 '09

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March 18, 2010

As quick-service operators well know, the segment has been hurt more this recession by reduced consumer spending and high unemployment than in past downturns.

New reports forecast trends for 2010

March 16, 2010

Two separate reports have been recently released that will help quick-service brands get a handle on the industry as they plan for the economic recovery.

New reports forecast trends for 2010

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March 16, 2010

Two separate reports have been recently released that will help quick-service brands get a handle on the industry as they plan for the economic recovery.

Breakfast daypart suffers as consumers cut spending

March 14, 2010

Quick-service restaurants have recognized the potential of the breakfast market, contributing to a record-breaking year in 2009 for new product introductions…

Breakfast daypart suffers as consumers cut spending

March 14, 2010

Quick-service restaurants have recognized the potential of the breakfast market, contributing to a record-breaking year in 2009 for new product introductions…

Forecasting: Brand expansion strategies

While value leader Taco Bell explores the higher end of the barbell, Arby's is moving down from the top end. Which strategy will work? Part I.

Forecasting: Brand expansion strategies

While value leader Taco Bell explores the higher end of the barbell, Arby's is moving down from the top end. Which strategy will work? Part I.

Wendy's debuts blue cheese topped burger

February 22, 2010

Wendy's is adding the savory taste of blue cheese to its burgers with the launch of the new limited-time-only Bacon and Blue Cheeseburger in all restaurants…

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.

Wendy's debuts blue cheese topped burger

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February 22, 2010

Wendy's is adding the savory taste of blue cheese to its burgers with the launch of the new limited-time-only Bacon and Blue Cheeseburger in all restaurants…

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.

Cinnabon bakes up new cupcake line

February 21, 2010

After 25 years of making the world's best cinnamon rolls, Cinnabon is kicking off the next 25 years and beyond by tapping into the cupcake trend.   "Cupcakes…

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…

Cinnabon bakes up new cupcake line

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February 21, 2010

After 25 years of making the world's best cinnamon rolls, Cinnabon is kicking off the next 25 years and beyond by tapping into the cupcake trend.   "Cupcakes…

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…

Burger King enters coffee war, crafts $1 double cheeseburger alternate

February 16, 2010

In its effort to boost slumping sales, Burger King Corp. is moving to a new coffee offering as part of its breakfast menu improvement plan and to a…