The best social media strategies depend on experimentation

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The key to any marketing strategy is having compelling content; this is especially true on social media.

Why gluten-free is here to stay

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gluten-free menu items have increased by 200 percent since 2010.

How Jersey Mike's new mobile app is increasing sales

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Customers use the app to manage their loyalty points and for ordering.

Congress votes to bring 'full-time' definition back to 40 hours

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

April 3, 2014

The U.S. House of Representatives voted today in favor of H.R. 2575, AKA the Save American Workers Act, which would bring the definition of a full-time…

Digital, food, Oprah highlight Starbucks' Shareholders Meeting

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The beer and wine tests are going better than expected and will be expanded to multiple cities.

What's up (and down) with food costs?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Food prices are affecting center-of-the-plate prices.

Taking a deep dive into beverage trends

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Consumers have told us they want more coffee, tea and alcohol options from restaurants

Obamacare delays lessen impact on restaurant operators

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The NRA's EVP of Policy and Government Affairs provides an update, including an impending ruling on the FTE definition.

Leveraging your network for effective marketing strategies

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

If you thank your loyal customers and show you appreciate them, most of the time they will return.

Ice cream catering: Don't get scooped

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Catering has been on trend in the restaurant space for the past few years, experiencing at least 5 percent growth across all categories, according to Technomic.

Keynote: Why you should put your employees first

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Restaurateur Cameron Mitchell discusses how to create the proper culture for your business.

Portion control is key to controlling commodity costs

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

One operator discusses how he started turning a profit when he began measuring and weighing every pizza topping.

5 things your restaurant’s mobile app must include [infographic]

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mobile innovations continue to grow at a staggering pace and to win the game, your brand's mobile app is going to need more than just a menu, nutritional…

Americans' dining out habits changed by recession

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A new report indicates that food-away-from-home spending has dropped by nearly 13 percent.

NRA: Obama's minimum wage increase isn't the silver bullet

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

NRA: Obama's call for minimum wage increase will limit opportunities for teens and entry-level workers.

Is the Domino’s remodel mandate a response to fast casual? Kind of.

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Fast casual pizza isn't 'just competition for pizza' brands, but for all restaurants, particularly during lunch.

Swipely's new release includes menu, service intelligence

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

CEO says the system offers insight into what's most profitable or likely to drive repeat customers.

'Local' tops NRA's trend forecast for 2nd year

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Other major trends include: Environmental sustainability, healthy kids' meals and gluten-free cuisine.

How to use digital platforms to earn more profits

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Privy's co-founder gives pointers on which digital mediums can best help make the most money for restaurants.

Why an aging workforce is great for restaurants

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

To keep and attract high-quality employees, restaurants must provide a solid career path and a way to earn responsibility.