Social Media Part 1: Do I know you?

by Lori Walderich — CMO, Top That! Pizza

It's important to know who makes up your social media audience

NetWaiter offers Google+1 to online ordering customers

August 8, 2011

NetWaiter, a provider of branded online ordering and marketing services for restaurants, is now offering the latest social media and search tool from Google…

It's go 'mobile' time

Developers of mobile sites and applications weigh in on how to best offer mobile services.

Togo’s marks 40th anniversary with new wraps, marketing campaign

August 4, 2011

Togo's kicks off its 40th anniversary with a celebration of the past and future. The company will launch a new campaign based on its history with an ad that…

Starbucks launches redesigned e-commerce site

August 3, 2011

Starbucks has re-launched its digital storefront StarbucksStore.com with a complete redesign to make shopping for coffee, tea and merchandise more convenient.

MAD Greens launches food-allergy app

August 3, 2011

Denver-based MAD Greens has rolled out a mobile web-app that allows customers to select foods and ingredients that they may be allergic to or wish to avoid for…

Foodservice social media conference FSMU runs Early Bird Special

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

The Foodservice Social Media Universe, set for Sept. 18-20 in San Francisco, is offering $100 off the registration rate of $695 for people who register by Aug.

Is your remote access PCI compliant?

by Brad Cyprus — Chief of Security and Compliance, Vendor Safe Technologies

When the PCI standard talks about remote access, it is referring to connecting to a computer when you are on another network. A typical example would be if you…

Will restaurants add Google+ to crowded social media plates?

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The fastest growing social media network ever is currently in beta phase for businesses.

Starbucks continues to take the lead on mobile payments

by James Wester — Editor 1, Mobile Payments Today

Coffee company touts success of its mobile payment program in Q3 earnings call.

Beautiful Brands founder to launch YouTube talk show

July 24, 2011

Beautiful Brands founder David Rutkauskas has announced plans to launch a new YouTube talk show channel beginning September 2011. The channel will consist of…

GrubHub launches new Android App

July 18, 2011

GrubHub, a Web and mobile service that simplifies online ordering for restaurant delivery and pickup, has launched a revamped Android app.

Pizza Fusion founders launch aggressive brand strategy

July 18, 2011

Pizza Fusion co-founders Vaughan Lazar, CEO, and Randy Romano, president, have taken the reins in expanding the brand's identity by launching and…

Chains honored for outstanding online ordering sales

July 17, 2011

ONOSYS Online Ordering announced the winners of its inaugural Spark Awards honoring clients for outstanding online ordering sales. To be considered for an…

Commentary: Social media: brand aid … or brand illusion?

Over the past few years, the noise from and about social media has grown louder and more confused, partly amped up by the proliferation of networking sites.

Corner Bakery Café launches “Get Fresh Recipe Contest”

July 12, 2011

To celebrate the summer season’s freshest fruits and vegetables, Corner Bakery Café has launched the “Get Fresh Recipe Contest” encouraging its Facebook fans…

Five ways to integrate your multichannel marketing

While the message should remain consistent, what works on television or in a circular likely won't work on mobile or at the store.

Panda Express launches Garlic Lover’s Chicken

July 6, 2011

Panda Express has launched a new, limited-time entrée, the Garlic Lover's Chicken Breast. The stir-fry dish combines a variety of vegetables including…

What's next: Tablet technology replacing print menus

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Marketing components are attractive to operators in their push to upsell.

Pizza Executive Summit: 'It's hip to be Foursquare'

Social media was a hot topic this week at the Pizza Executive Summit in Chicago, where operators heard from a variety of professionals who use it to help grow…