May 19, 2013

Sam Oches

Sam Oches is QSR’s editor.
NRA CEO Dawn Sweeney helps protect restaurant operators interests.
The Advocate
May 2013

Dawn Sweeney is tasked with helping nearly 1 million restaurants be more profitable. No pressure or anything.
Sharky's CEO Steven Paperno built a healthy based fast casual concept.
The Extra Mile
April 2013

Recognizing the people and brands that have gone above and beyond in the quest to make America healthier.
Fresh seafood from Alaska gives operators a sustainability story to promote.
The Story of the Sea
April 2013

Customers are increasingly interested in the story behind their food. That’s good news for the seafood industry.
Let's Talk About Health
March 2013

Jamba Juice’s menu items, from its juices and smoothies to its oatmeal and wraps, are something of a healthy trifecta: They’re low in calories and fat, high in nutrients like Vitamins A and C, and contain fresh ingredients like fruits and vegetables.

The World Traveler
February 2013

Ken Cutshaw has worn many hats in his illustrious career. The native Tennessean and lawyer by trade was an executive for the 1982 World Exposition; acted as a campaign manager for a 1984 U.S. Senate campaign; served in the U.S. government with the Reagan and Bush administrations; and cofounded a...

The World Traveler (Full Transcript)
February 2013

You’ve been on the job two months now. Where was Quiznos’ International when you joined, and what’s the direction you’re trying to set? When I joined, there was a significant presence of Quiznos in the world. We aspire to increase that presence...

The Bloomberg Precedent
January 2013

Editor’s Note: A state Supreme Court judge in Manhattan invalidated the sugary beverage ban after this article was originally published. Mayor Bloomberg has stated that he intends to fight the ruling.

CKE, parent company of...

Counter Culture
December 2012

It’s the first week of classes, and students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are bustling through Lenoir Hall, home to a dining hall and food court that feed many of the 30,000 Tar Heels on campus.

Meet Your Consumer
November 2012

There is no average quick-service customer.

Or so says Kim Holman, director of marketing for Wixon Inc., a flavor researcher and manufacturer. She believes the U.S. has become such a melting pot of age, race, and other demographics spread out across disparate regions that fast-food...

2012 QSR Drive-Thru Study
October 2012

The drive-thru operation of a quick-service restaurant may seem relatively cut and dried, but operators aren’t resting on their laurels when it comes to their outdoor business. For many brands in the industry, the drive thru can account for anywhere between 50 and 70 percent of sales...

Winning the Blame Game
September 2012

There’s a man who panhandles at a North Carolina grocery store every day, even in the intense, humid summers. His faithful dog, Sugar, keeps him company as passing motorists hand him money or maybe a small bag of groceries.

The QSR 50
August 2012
The QSR 50 Seafood Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Asian Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Chicken Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Pizza/Pasta Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Mexican Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Snack Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Sandwich Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50 Burger Segment
August 2012
The QSR 50
August 2012
The Buzz About Bonnaroo
May 2012

For music fans, the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, to be held June 7–10 in rural Manchester, Tennessee, will have a little bit of everything.

Pining for some spacey jam sessions? Phish, Dispatch, and Umphrey’s McGee will have you covered. Maybe you’re looking for...

School’s in Session for Quick Serves
March 2012

It’s no secret that quick-service operators are under increasing pressure to offer more nutritious meals to kids. With Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move!” campaign shining the spotlight on the rising problem of childhood obesity, parents, critics, and government...