Report analyzing fast food industry now available

September 9, 2013

Packaged Facts has released its latest analysis of the fast food restaurant industry, focusing on the quick-service, fast casual, and snack and beverage…

The pretzel bun male-only menu

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

A greater focus on male-driven products is an admission that salad sales have plateaued.

Restaurant sales, traffic soften in July

September 3, 2013

As a result of softer sales and traffic levels and restaurant operators' dampened outlook for the economy, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant…

Restaurant loyalty programs pay off in surprising ways

by Duessa Holscher — marketing, Granbury Restaurant Solutions

Increased customer data means more opportunities to promote your brand.

New conference focuses on food industry's future

August 30, 2013

Marlin Network's inaugural Food2053 Conference is set for Oct. 21-23 in San Francisco's Mark Hopkins Intercontinental Hotel.

Indian restaurant industry outpacing global growth

August 30, 2013

The growth of the Indian foodservice industry is expected to jump from 75000 crore to 1,37,000 crore by 2015, according to new research from the Indian…

Earl of Sandwich, VooDoo BBQ will discuss Millennial marketing at FCES

Attendees of Fast Casual Executive Summit will learn strategies and best practices for using the mobile channel to build profitable relationships with…

The Top 11 Trendsetting Executives in Pizza

Who are the biggest trendsetters in Pizza in 2013?

Presented by PizzaMarketplace.com

Restaurant industry organizations respond to widespread strikes

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

One analyst said wage increases would add to food costs, which would then affect restaurant visits.

Quick-service wage protests snowball nationwide

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A petition has been sent to major restaurant chains citing their combined $7.35B in profits last year.

Japan's economic recovery leading to more restaurant visits, spending

August 28, 2013

Japan's economic recovery after a downturn in the last quarter of 2012, has spurred an increase in restaurant visits and spending greater than any other global…

Fast casual visits up 9 percent in a year

August 26, 2013

As the fast casual segment continues to grow its footprint, visits are keeping pace. In the year ending May 2013, visits to fast casual restaurants increased…

Analysts report above-average meat and dairy prices

August 23, 2013

Analysts with Great American Group Inc. have reported that pricing for meats and dairy products remains higher than average. The trend reflects the continued…

Few restaurant concepts on Inc. Magazine's 'fastest growing' list

The top restaurant brand this year is Patxi's Pizza, No. 1215 overall and 24th in the food and beverage category.

Study: Deal-seeking behavior has become ingrained

August 22, 2013

Recent research from Technomic shows that Internet deal sites have become a common go-to for consumers, who are looking to stretch every dollar. But when it…

Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show set for September

August 21, 2013

The 42nd Annual Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show is set for Sept. 22-24 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., and will feature the…

Commentary: Pizzerias need customer feedback to earn market share

Corporate and franchisee teams should turn to social intelligence to examine their brand reputation and operational performance by location.

Menu labeling and the fight against obesity

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

How can diners make responsible, healthy choices when they don't have the information they need?

Study: Food truck business poaching QSR visits in some markets

August 19, 2013

Since food trucks began appearing on city street corners, their perceivable threat to brick-and-mortar restaurant has been debated. Now, a recent survey…

QSR employees call for national day of strikes over wages

August 19, 2013

The minimum-wage protests that have been bubbling under the surface throughout the quick-service restaurant industry for nearly a year now may soon come to a…