Tropical Smoothie taking on Alabama

November 12, 2013

Tropical Smoothie Café has announced plans to add 15 more locations in Alabama in the coming years. The chain, which has 11 locations throughout the state…

MOOYAH opens first unit in Baton Rouge

November 12, 2013

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has opened its first location in Baton Rouge, La., at 6555 Siegen Lane Suite 6. The Nov. 6 opening marked the brand's first…

Smashburger hosts Vegas marriage on 11-12-13

November 12, 2013

At the stroke of midnight, the first couple to marry in Las Vegas on the iconic date of 11/12/13 said "I do" with Elvis officiating and a six-tier, piping hot…

Green Leaf's and Bananas debuts in Colorado

November 11, 2013

Two of Villa Enterprises Management's fast casual chains have been combined to mark Colorado's first Green Leaf's and Bananas joint location at the FlatIron…

Orange Leaf launches winter LTOs

November 11, 2013

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt customers can now indulge in three limited-time-only winter frozen yogurt flavors: Chocolate Mint, Peppermint and new White Chocolate…

New PCI guidelines will go live Jan. 1, 2014

November 11, 2013

The PCI Security Standards Council, an open, global forum for the development of payment card security standards, has published version 3.0 of the PCI Data…

McAlister's rolls out new recipes, bigger portions

November 11, 2013

McAlister's Deli has launched a line of new "Big Bold Sandwiches," according to a company press release.

Wingstop celebrates several openings

November 11, 2013

Wingstop has opened several new locations, including its second unit in Portland, Ore. The new opening is part of a multiunit development agreement with…

Pie Five sets its sights on Music City

November 11, 2013

Pie Five Pizza Co. will make its debut in Nashville, Tenn., in the early part of 2014. The brand announced today it has awarded 10 franchise units to Rich…

President Obama reportedly supports $10.10 minimum wage

November 11, 2013

Reports surfaced last week that President Obama supports an increase in the federal minimum wage to $10.10 an hour, from the current $7.25 an hour. This…

MOOYAH targets Midwest

November 8, 2013

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes has announced a focused growth plan targeting Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana and Illinois. The chain has enlisted the…

E-FLEX coalition files comments with IRS

November 8, 2013

Backed by the National Restaurant Association, the Employers for Flexibility in Health Care Coalition has filed comments with the Internal Revenue Service…

The Pizza Studio opening 20 units in San Diego

November 7, 2013

Los Angeles' The Pizza Studio will expand into San Diego County after signing a multi-unit development agreement for 20 new locations with veteran restaurant…

Affordable Health Benefits Coalition launches

November 7, 2013

The Affordable Health Benefits Coalition has been launched by a group of organizations, including the National Council of Chain Restaurants, with the common…

FDA aims to put transfat on the chopping block

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 7, 2013

The FDA today proposed guidelines to eliminate the use of transfats in the U.S. food supply.

Del Taco aims at fast casual segment with 'Epic Burrito' launch

November 7, 2013

Del Taco seems to have Chipotle in its target with today's launch of its Epic Burritos line; three new burritos that range from 14 to 18.5 ounces in weight and…

Demand for spicy food on the rise

November 7, 2013

A new report from market research firm Technomic shows that most consumers are willing to try a new menu item with an "innovative flavor," and are more likely…

Maui Wowi doubles discount for veteran franchisees

November 7, 2013

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is continuing its efforts to support veterans by bringing back its "double discount" off the franchise fee during the months of November and…

NRA now accepting nominations for Operator Innovation Awards

November 7, 2013

The National Restaurant Association is now accepting nominations for the third annual Operator Innovations Awards, which celebrate restaurant operators who are…

Corner Bakery honors top franchisees

November 7, 2013

Corner Bakery Café this week named CB Rest Holdings of Boca Raton, Fla., as Franchise Partner of the Year, while Buon Hospitality of Pleasanton, Calif., was…