Jamba Juice partners with DanceOn for summer campaign

May 30, 2014

Jamba Inc. has partnered with YouTube network DanceOn for a digital campaign aimed at inspiring people to participate in the “Blend in the Good” summer dance…

100 Montaditos names US CEO

May 30, 2014

Spain-based 100 Montaditos has named Francisco Javier Cernuda as CEO of the U.S. system. In this capacity, Cernuda will direct, coordinate and execute…

For the restaurant industry, mobile payments move into critical mass phase

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Finding a good partner and testing are critical, as the mobile app is an extension of your brand.

(Updated) Tyson Foods expresses interest in purchasing Hillshire Brands

May 29, 2014

The Hillshire Brands Company issued the following statement in response to the unsolicited proposal by Tyson Foods on Thursday to acquire Hillshire Brands for…

Panera Bread deploys WhenToManage solution for back of house

May 29, 2014

WhenToManage, a cloud-based software platform, announced today that it has provided a full license of its software to Panera Bread.  

Einstein Noah’s COO announces resignation

May 29, 2014

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group announced that Manny Hilario, chief operating officer, has tendered his resignation to the company. His departure will come in…

LRS launches Table Tracker system to expedite orders

May 29, 2014

Long Range Systems has launched Table Tracker 3.0, a table location system that identifies where guests are sitting so restaurants can deliver food faster.

Villa Enterprises’ brands showcase new LTOs

May 29, 2014

Three of Villa Enterprises’ restaurant concepts — Green Leaf’s, Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt and South Philly Steaks & Fries — have launched new…

Smoothie King plans 900 new stores in next four years

May 29, 2014

Smoothie King Franchises Inc. announced it is offering reduced royalties and free equipment to franchisees who sign an area development agreement for a minimum…

Revel Systems launches tablet POS for drive-thru operations

May 29, 2014

Revel Systems has introduced a tablet POS specifically created for the drive-thru. The Video Drive-Through POS operates with three iPad devices, including…

Starbucks jumping into burger space via La Boulange concept

May 29, 2014

Starbucks’ La Boulange bakery-café concept will open a Los Angeles unit on June 11 that will be aimed toward the dinner crowd. According to the Associated…

LYFE Kitchen spreads to Dallas market

May 29, 2014

LYFE Kitchen will open three restaurants in the Dallas market this summer, including Plano on June 13, Preston Center on June 27, and West Village on July 25.

Are you ready to add off-premise catering to your business?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Catering should never be an afterthought; it's a lot of work and it reflects your reputation and brand.

Teriyaki Madness CEO discusses the drivers behind the company's growth

Teriyaki Madness is set to triple its current footprint.

How the entrepreneurial spirit can lead to new heights

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

Every successful brand in the multiunit restaurant community began with an entrepreneur who had vision and passion.

Fatburger, Buffalo’s Express plan 10 cobranded locations in Singapore

May 28, 2014

Fatburger and Buffalo’s Cafe have signed a development deal with Eftech Lifestyle SDN BHD to bring 10 cobranded locations to Singapore. According to a news…

Corner Bakery eyes Seattle and Vegas for expansion

May 28, 2014

Corner Bakery Café has signed two multiunit development agreements with California-based businessman Anil Yadav, CEO of JIB Management, who plans to open 1…

Caribou Coffee recognized for loyalty marketing innovation

May 28, 2014

Caribou Coffee is one of five companies that received a COLLOQUY Recognizes award, honoring programs and companies that “exemplify the most innovative…

Boneheads announces overseas debut with Pakistan agreement

May 28, 2014

Boneheads Grilled Fish and Chicken has announced its entry overseas, with a franchise development agreement to open five locations in Pakistan. With two…

Report: Taste and cost continue to be gluten-free barriers for consumers

May 28, 2014

Although just 11 percent of U.S. households follow a gluten-free diet, about 25 percent of consumers believe that gluten-free is good for everyone, according…