Consumers underestimate calories in fast food

September 10, 2006

Associated Press: Most people underestimate the number of calories in fast-food meals — a big problem as portion sizes have ballooned, a new study shows.

Arby's names new chief marketing officer

September 10, 2006

ATLANTA — Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. announced that Cheryl Barre has been named chief marketing officer for Arby's and president of Arby's Franchise…

'Super Size Me' effect on QSRs is over

August 28, 2006

The Guardian: Following 'Super Size Me,' it looked as if the fast-food giants were embracing healthy eating, with salads appearing on every menu. But that's…

QSRs strive to provide prompt drive-thru service

Improving drive-thru efficiency should be at the top of every operator's to do list. For years, it's been the breadwinner for the quick-service restaurant. But…

QSRs target the snack crowd

August 24, 2006

Palm Beach Post: Lunch is not just for lunch anymore. We've got Taco Bell pushing us to eat chalupas for the "fourth meal" of the day — the one that comes not…

Pillsbury exec to head Burger King EMEA

August 24, 2006

MIAMI — Peter Robinson, previously the president of Pillsbury USA and senior vice president of General Mills Inc., has joined Burger King Corp. as president…

The state of the Hot Dog Nation

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The top dog in ballpark food creates a stir in the QSR segment.

Obesity experts: Tax fast-food like cigarettes

August 20, 2006

The Sidney Morning Herald: Fast foods, processed snacks and sugary drinks should be taxed like tobacco and banned from schools and public institutions…

Wendy's to offer $2MM in game cards in Ohio State area

August 17, 2006

COLUMBAS, Ohio — GameWorks, owned by Sega Entertainment USA, has partnered with all central Ohio-area Wendy's locations to offer a free 30-minute video game…

Tribute Esther Snyder, In-N-Out co-founder, 86

The late restaurant chain president proved one person can make a difference.

McDonald's soft sales signal segment slowdown?

August 13, 2006

Houston Chronicle: Quick-service segment watchers are wondering whether McDonald's Corp.'s modest July same-store sales might be signaling an overall slowdown…

McDonald's targets late-night crowd with cell phone marketing

August 10, 2006

Click Z News: McDonalds may not be the first place people think of when they hear "late night haunt," but in an effort to spur more foot traffic during late…

Arby's franchise comps up 3% for Q2

August 10, 2006

NEW YORK — Triarc credited the complete acquisition of RTM, Arby's largest franchisee, for a strong second quarter.   Second quarter same-store sales for…

Jack in the Box sells 25 Hawaii stores

August 9, 2006

Star Bulletin: Twenty-five of Hawaii's 26 Jack in the Box restaurants have been bought by Chris Scanlan, the former president and chief executive of Hawaii's…

McDonald's July comps up 3.8%

August 8, 2006

OAK BROOK, Ill. — McDonald's credited breakfast and strategic focus on premium products for solid July same-store sales.   Globally, McDonald's comparable…

Jack in the Box revamps dessert menu

August 2, 2006

SAN DIEGO — Jack in the Box has upgraded its dessert and shake menu. The company introduced the Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake and added the choice of…

McDonald's No. 1 QSR for people with kids

August 1, 2006

NEW YORK — McDonald's is the No. 1 fast-food brand among people with kids at home, according to consumer research firm Scarborough Research.   Thirty-one…

QSR franchisees sue parent companies

Major QSR brands are facing several lawsuits from their franchise community.

A&W kicks off summer-long promotion of free ice cream

July 13, 2006

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — On July 16, National Ice Cream Day, A&W Restaurants will kick off its summer-long "Float Your Papa Combo for Free."    According to a…

Wendy's creates menu item for OSU fans

July 10, 2006

Associated Press: Wendy's is trying to attract Ohio State fans with a new menu item. The nation's third-largest burger chain plans to add the Brutus Buckeye…