Boxes for the 2009 Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame Inductees hit restaurants this March!

Since December of 2009 when the new class of Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame inductees was introduced, we’ve kept you updated on their Krystal experiences with links to news articles and highlights of photos and videos from the various induction ceremonies. We’ve also given you a sneak peak of the legendary Krystal Hamburger Boxes, which feature the photos and stories of each Hall of Famer. Now, we’re excited to announce that the new Hamburger Boxes will be available in restaurants starting this month – March 2010.

Soon, Krystal Lovers can visit all of the company’s 385 restaurants across the South to eat their favorite Krystal or Cheese Krystal out of the new packaging. Each box will include an illustration of the Hall of Famer, a quote that describes his or her passion for Krystal as well as personal facts such as the inductee’s hometown and favorite Krystal meal.

And because of the great response Krystal had from its Facebook Fans and Twitter Followers when asked to hear guests’ Krystal stories for the Hall of Fame, we hope to see Krystal Lovers continue this engagement online as the boxes roll out in restaurants. You can let us know when you get a Hall of Famer’s box at the drive thru or even share your own personal story for the 2010 Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame. And don’t forget to include photos and video with your submissions!

To read more about and see the full list of this year’s group of inductees, check out the Krystal Newsroom.

Make Krystal a part of your family holiday traditions!

As many of you might know, we read a variety of Krystal-related stories, quotes and tidbits that are posted on Facebook, Twitter and even your own personal blogs. And from time to time, we share those fun items here on Krystalist for all Krystal fans to enjoy. Below is one of those excerpts from the “Land of Loving” blog.

This post is one of those posts I write so that my kids will have a recap in 20 years. So, bear with me a moment as I recap the Loving family Christmas of 2009:

Christmas WIN:
Sending out Christmas cards.

Christmas FAIL:
Sending out Christmas cards on December 23rd.

Christmas WIN:
Keeping our Christmas Eve tradition alive. Per the usual, we had a sack of Krystal burgers in a picnic on the floor while watching cheesy Christmas movies. It’s why the girls call Krystal burgers “Christmas burgers.” And it is one of my favorite Christmas traditions.

I think we just found a new Christmas Eve tradition for ourselves – or we’ll be stealing one that is. Christmas Burgers are genius. Why didn’t we think of this before? With all the big turkey and ham dinners surrounding the holidays, Krystal Burgers are the perfect way to inject a little something different into the routine. The kids obviously love it, and there are no dishes for the adults to clean up afterward. Now that’s a Christmas WIN!

It’s too bad we have to wait another year. But until then, we’ll be here featuring more of your great Krystal moments, so be sure to keep on sharing.

Krystal will host induction ceremonies for all 10 new members throughout the month of December.

As the saying goes, “Ask and you shall receive.” Krystal did just that this past September as the company looked to its Facebook Fans and Twitter Followers to send in stories for the 2009 Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame. After an overwhelming response, 10 individuals were chosen from the various social web and email submissions to be recognized.

The new class of Hall of Fame members will be featured on his or her very own Krystal Hamburger or Cheese Krystal box, which will be first unveiled at each guests’ exclusive ceremony before being used in the 385 Krystal restaurants across the South in early 2010.

Each box will include an illustration of the Hall of Famer, a quote that describes his or her passion for Krystal as well as personal facts such as the inductee’s hometown and favorite Krystal meal. Each inductee will also have his or her story featured here on Krystalist.com and be honored with an official plaque that will hang in the Hall of Famer’s favorite Krystal restaurant.

The first induction ceremony is for Charlie Capps of Columbus, Ga. and takes place at 1 p.m. on Dec. 10 at the Krystal located at 3029 Manchester Hwy. In attendance will be Capps along with friends and family and representatives from Krystal.

Be sure to check back here for the dates and highlights from each of the Hall of Famers’ induction ceremonies that will continue throughout the month of December. For more information, visit the Krystal Newsroom.

The Class of 2009 Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame Inductees include:

1. Charlie Capps of Columbus, Ga.
2. Adam Suslak of Jacksonville, Fla.
3. Sidney Raper of Kilmichael, Miss.
4. Tracy Hale of Jackson, Tenn.
5. Terry Rogers of Franklin, Tenn.
6. Angela Sims of Houston, Texas
7. John Wilson of Louisville, Tenn.
8. Bob Balch of St. Augustine, Fla.
9. Tracie Tolentino of Snellville, Ga.
10. Kris Underwood of Huntington, Ind.

Look out for this image on Krystal.com to enter your code for the chance to win!

On Wed., Nov. 25, Krystal kicked off it’s 30-day long Holiday Giveaway. And with only one day down, there are already 12 $10 gift card winners!

To see yesterday’s list of the lucky 12 and all 360 winners throughout the giveaway, check back to this exact post on Krystalist.com to see daily updates listing each group of 12 winners. You can also visit Krystal’s Twitter page @krystalist to find out if you will receive a $10 Krystal gift card this holiday season.

Remember, all you have to do is take the code from the bottom of your Krystal receipt and enter it on Krystal.com for the chance to win, so make sure you stop by your local Krystal restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner to get in on the action.

To see the list of Krystal winners, click below. For more information, visit Krystal.com.

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Follow @krystalist on Twitter to join in the holiday fun!

Anyone who’s ever played a game of Mad Libs knows that you can have a lot of fun with a simple fill-in-the-blank question. And this holiday season, Krystal is bringing the fun online and spreading cheer to its guests on Facebook and Twitter.

Krystal will be encouraging guests to “fill-in-the-blanks” and share about Thanksgiving, Black Friday and all things holiday related throughout the month of December. All you have to do is look out for these questions on Krystal’s Facebook Page and on Twitter @krystalist to participate.

And no need to reply @krystalist, just simply state your answer and include the hashtag: #krystalholidays so all your followers can see and join the conversation. We’ll feature the Top 10 Answers here on Krystalist.com!

New Krystal.com integrates Krystal's social web presence and lets guests learn about new menu items, connect with fellow fans and more.

Welcome to the all new Krystal.com (Beta).

We’re now serving up a cleaner, smarter and more interactive site designed to make your online experience with Krystal one that excites the appetite, keeps you informed and lets you connect, share and be heard.

We’ve been listening to your feedback, and with our site’s fresh new look and innovative design, it’s now easier than ever for you to navigate and find the information you crave, like our latest promotions, product information and the location of your nearest Krystal restaurant. At any time, you’re just one-click away from all your Krystal needs.

Highlights of the new Krystal.com include:

• A dynamic home page that not only showcases Krystal’s exciting new menu choices with high-impact imagery but also serves as an up-to-the-minute dashboard for key sections of the site. Guests are also able to have their voices heard directly on the home page by participating in polls, and they’re just one click away to Krystal’s blog and social media sites.
• An interactive “Menu” page puts the spotlight on all of your favorite Krystal menu items, and allows you to easily filter your menu search by day part or category. Each product on the Krystal menu has its own dedicated page that includes nutritional information and product photos. You’re also able to review your favorite meal and share with friends online with just a click of your mouse.
• A “Connect” page fully integrates Krystal’s social web presence, making it simple for visitors to join Krystal’s online communities on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr and more. Guests can become a Facebook fan, spark new conversations on Twitter and watch videos all from one online location.
• A “Promotions” page makes sure you’re the first to know what’s new at your local Krystal restaurant and about upcoming events and giveaways while also serving up delicious Krystal recipes to spice up your next Krystal get together.
• A “News” page serves as the source for all Krystal press releases while also integrating stories and posts from Krystalist, the official blog of Krystal.

The initial beta launch of the new Krystal.com is just the first step to our fresh and modernized look online. For now, the site is in its “beta” phase so that it can easily evolve and be enhanced based on your feedback as well as with the ever changing web itself.

We thank you for being loyal fans of Krystal and welcome your feedback and comments on how to improve your experience at Krystal.com. Please email us anytime at info@krystalist.com.

You must click to find out what treats hide behind Krystal's glowing pumpkin

This Halloween Krystal is making it easy for you to “Eat, Drink and Be Scary” with just a few clicks of your mouse. That’s right – forget the old “Trick or Treat” because Krystal is asking you to “Click for Treat” on its Official Krystal Lovers Facebook Page.

To see what’s hiding behind the glowing Krystal pumpkin on Krystal’s Facebook Page, simply become a fan and click the image. If you are already a fan, just click here. You will immediately be taken to Famouskrystal.com/Krystal-Treat/ where you will uncover the treat that lurks beneath. But don’t think you’re getting any hints here. We’re not giving away the surprise. There could be ghosts or goblins waiting to frighten you or maybe just a little something to make your Halloween that much more fun. You’ll just have to click to find out.

And that’s not all. Krystal will feature more Halloween activities later this week that will be sure to satisfy your creative side. Check back here and follow along on Twitter @krystalist for more details soon.

Send in your stories today to be chosen for the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame!

This week is your final chance to send in Krystal Stories for possible inclusion in the 2009 Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame. Again, we’re looking for anything ranging from fun and sweet to off-the-wall or even down right crazy. And, the more details the better!

Remember, all you have to do to be considered as one of the 15 new inductees into the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame is follow the steps below:

• Become a Krystal Facebook Fan and/or follow Krystal on Twitter.
  • On Facebook: Post your personal Krystal Story on Krystal’s Facebook Page Wall
  • On Twitter: Send a Tweet to @krystalist with the phrase “I should be inducted into the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame” and include the hashtag #KrystalHOF. We’ll reply with a Direct Message so you can share your full story.
• Submit your story by the end of this week to be considered.
• Krystal will notify the lucky new inductees via Facebook and Twitter, so be sure to check in daily for updates.

Those who are chosen will be featured on his or her very own Krystal Burger or Cheese Krystal box that will include an illustration of the Hall of Famer, a quote that describes his or her passion for Krystal as well as personal facts such as the inductee’s hometown and favorite Krystal meal. Each inductee will also be recognized with an official plaque that will hang in their favorite restaurant, and he or she will also be forever preserved on the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame website at www.krystal.com.

So be sure to submit your story now. Who knows, you might just be the next Krystal-ebrity and get your face featured on the side of a million-plus Famous Krystal boxes.

Become a 2009 Krystal Lovers Hall of Famer by sharing your Krystal Story on Krystal's Facebook Page.

Calling all Krystal Lovers! If you’re a Krystal Lover, chances are you have a Krystal Story. And we want to hear it.

Year after year, the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame celebrates the one-of-a-kind stories of its most diehard and dedicated guests that have helped make Krystal a Southern cultural icon ever since its founding in 1932. And for the first time ever, we’re asking Krystal’s Facebook Fans and Twitter Followers to share their tales online as well. Whether it’s unique, fun, wacky, short, long, passionate or light-hearted – we’d love to know all about it. Who knows, you might just be the next Krystal-ebrity and get your face featured on the side of a Famous Krystal box.

To be chosen as one of the 15 new inductees into the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame, here’s what you do:

• Become a Krystal Facebook Fan and/or follow Krystal on Twitter.
  • On Facebook: Post your personal Krystal Story on Krystal’s Facebook Page Wall
  • On Twitter: Send a Tweet to @krystalist with the phrase “I should be inducted into the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame” and include the hashtag #KrystalHOF. We’ll reply with a Direct Message so you can share your full story.
• Submit your story no later than Oct. 12 to be considered.
• Krystal will notify the lucky new inductees via Facebook and Twitter, so be sure to check in daily for updates.

Those who are chosen will be featured on his or her very own Krystal Burger or Cheese Krystal box that will include an illustration of the Hall of Famer, a quote that describes his or her passion for Krystal as well as personal facts such as the inductee’s hometown and favorite Krystal meal. Each inductee will also be recognized with an official plaque that will hang in their favorite restaurant, and he or she will also be forever preserved on the Krystal Lovers Hall of Fame website at www.krystal.com.

Starting today, energy drink fans can head over to KrystalBlitz.com to receive a coupon for a free 20-ounce Krystal Blitz Energy Drink. All you have to do is click on the button that says “Let’s Blitz” to print your free Blitz coupon. And with one more click of the mouse, you can share the free drink with friends via Facebook, Twitter and more.

The interactive site will also showcase a fun and irreverent series of videos featuring animated, pencil-sketch cartoon vignettes that call out typical energy drinks as both flat and poor tasting while highlighting the great, refreshing taste of an icy cold Krystal Blitz.

Served either “On the Rocks” or “Frozen,” the Krystal Blitz kicks canned energy drinks where it counts: in both taste and energy. So, there are no medicinal-like flavorings or bad after-tastes, just 100% great-tasting, natural ingredients that pack a powerful punch of energy that rivals even the most well-known energy drinks in the industry.

So, join us in our “Kick the Can” celebration and grab a delicious Lemon-Berry Krystal Blitz for free today. The drink is now available in all Krystal restaurants systemwide. Visit KrystalBlitz.com to find a location near you.