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Research finds kids' menus not in step with kids' tastes
August 20, 2009
Today's kids' menus are so ... last year, Mintel Menu Insights has found. The restaurant menu trend trackers have found that the average kids' menu doesn't…
read nowTechnomic finds growth opportunities for restaurants in consumer catering
August 16, 2009
The recession has taken its toll on the restaurant industry, including brands that have grown their catering services by focusing on box lunches or party trays…
read nowConsumer concern over sodium intake impacts product development
August 11, 2009
Americans love sodium, but many consumers are starting to pay more attention to their intake, according to new research from consumer, product and market…
read nowWendy's readies to enter QSR premium burger war
August 6, 2009
Wendy's is preparing to enter a candidate into the premium burger war with a new cheeseburger launch later this year, Wendy's/Arby's Group CEO Roland Smith…
read nowJack in the Box Q3 net down 34% as comps decline
August 4, 2009
Jack in the Box third quarter earnings are another indicator quick-service brands are not immune to the economic recession. Jack in the Box has reported a…
read nowCarrols Corp.'s Burger King Q2 comps down 4.7%
August 3, 2009
Carrols Restaurant Group Inc., parent company of Carrols Corp., has reported that same-store sales decreased for its Burger King franchise stores, as well as…
read nowTaco Bell kicks off first cinema ads
June 28, 2009
NEW YORK — Taco Bell has debuted its first cinema advertising, promoting its "Why Pay More" campaign to push nine menu items priced at 79 cents, 89 cents and…
read nowAtlanta-based QSRs outline R&D trends
June 28, 2009
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: The directors of test kitchens for several Atlanta-based quick-service brands have shared upcoming trends in menu items. Trends…
read nowStudy finds QSR proximity and kids' obesity not linked
June 16, 2009
ScienceDaily: A new study has found that contrary to conventional wisdom, living near a fast food outlet does not cause a weight gain in children. The study by…
read nowN.Y. Metro McDonald's launch Big Mac-inspired wrap
June 8, 2009
ROSELAND, N.J. — New York Metro McDonald's restaurants have debuted the Mac Snack Wrap, featuring 100 percent USDA-inspected beef, lettuce, onions, pickles…
read nowSonic sweetens up summer with free Root Beer Float
May 28, 2009
OKLAHOMA CITY — Sonic Drive-In is kicking off the summer season with Free Float Night then with free drink upgrades through the rest of the season. On June 3…
read nowASK THE EXPERTS: How will online ordering evolve over the next several years?
May 27, 2009
According to Food Action Group, 87 percent of consumers say they plan to use online ordering more in the future. How will that information impact restaurant…
read nowAsk the Experts: What pitfalls should brands avoid when implementing a one-day giveaway?
May 21, 2009
As brands compete for an increasingly limited share of consumers' dining dollars, one-day product giveaways are being used more frequently to add the…
read nowTechnomic, C3 partner on insights into QSR family-dining occasions
May 18, 2009
CHICAGO — Technomic and C3 have joined forces to provide expanded services to their clients, beginning with a new Family Attitudes and Motivations (FAM) Dining…
read nowExecutives to discuss word-of-mouth, social media marketing at NRA Show
May 10, 2009
CHICAGO — The 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will gather executives from top restaurant companies for a panel discussion on…
read nowDairy Queen survey finds value is driver
April 29, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS — A recent national survey administered by Harris Interactive on behalf of Dairy Queen has revealed that almost half of U.S. adults (46 percent…
read nowPopeyes to offer one-day deep-discount special
April 19, 2009
ATLANTA — Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is offering a one-day discounted special on April 22. "Popeyes Pay Day" features an 8-piece mixed Bonafide chicken for…
read nowNRA Show to reveal food and drink trends
April 15, 2009
CHICAGO — The 2009 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will explore the hottest restaurant menu trends happening now, as well as the…
read nowTacoTime rolls out touchscreen order kiosks
April 14, 2009
SYLVAN LAKE, Alberta — TacoTime, a Kahala Corp. quick-serve restaurant concept with more than 350 locations around the world, recently installed…
read nowKFC launches grilled menu
April 13, 2009
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — KFC has released a new menu platform, Kentucky Grilled Chicken, the company has announced. KFC's Kentucky Grilled Chicken is marinated and…
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