Industry Headlines
[2010-03-12] Papa John's “Coaches Code Challenge” will give $1 to the V Foundation for Cancer Research and the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund with every online order.
[2010-03-11] Two of the pizza chain's newest stores, one in New Delhi and one in New Orleans, celebrate as Domino's hits 9,000 stores.
[2010-03-11] Three fans win the right to name new salads through "Create-Your-Own Powerhouse Salad" contest.
[2010-03-10] Burger chain uses Market Selection program to draw customers and test ingredients it hopes to add to the permanent menu.
[2010-03-10] Former Dallas Cowboy Troy Aikman helped Wingstop open its newest unit in Mexico City.
[2010-03-10] Newest unit in Kirkwood, Missouri, will give first 100 guests a $2 gift card.
[2010-03-09] One of the company's newest Hall of Fame inductees does regularly. Meet the other die hard fans of the brand.
[2010-03-09] Company launches full-service catering program and incentive for customers to order before March 31.
[2010-03-09] Wienerschnitzel rolls out three meat alternatives for religious consumers.
[2010-03-05] The Del Taco Super Special Show, an off-the-wall online video series, has so far helped to more than double the chain’s Facebook fan count.
[2010-03-05] National Restaurant Association representative calls the Travel Promotion Act "a significant achievement for the restaurant and hospitality industries."
[2010-03-04] Chain adds three athlete spokesmen to promote new branded athletic grips—which promote KFC's new Boneless Filet Box.
[2010-03-02] Ohio Panera Bread franchisee running fifth annual Rising Above student essay contest, which will nominate teachers for award.
[2010-03-02] Coneys made with local ingredients, Klosterman buns, and Bluegrass Meats hot dogs.
Industry Features
Fans for LifeQuick serves find loyalty in the growing college crowd by opening on or near campuses.
Hot SpotTurning your operation into a social hub can boost employee morale and give you word-of-mouth advertising.
The Value EquationThe recession has shifted the definition of value, and it’s no longer just about the lowest price.
How Subway Went GlobalSubway's director of development explains how the brand transformed into an international icon and which markets he's watching for the future.
Franchising in 20102010 is shaping up to be a great year. Focus could be shifting back to operations in the restaurant industry, and not just selling franchises.
Bringing Exposure ‘2U’Games2U is a mobile gaming enterprise that provides parking lot entertainment for parties, festivals, and businesses, including quick serves.
The Key to LoyaltyRetail rewards programs are gaining in popularity, but the quick-serve industry hasn’t quite figured them out.