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Noble Roman's expands grocery store take-and-bake presence
Noble Roman's Inc. has signed two new franchise agreements in the last three weeks, bringing the total number of Take-n-Bake (TNB) units open or in development to 11. Eight units are currently under … -
Minimum wage debate sends restaurant stocks into tailspin
The day after President Obama proposed an increase in the federal minimum wage — from the current $7.25 to $9 — during his State of the Union address, shares of McDonald's fell hard … -
Restaurant franchise industry veteran starts strategic advisory firm
Franchise industry veteran Lynette McKee, CFE, announced today the launch of McKeeCo Services LLC, a franchising and development strategic advisory firm. McKeeCo Services will provide franchise … -
President Obama proposes to increase minimum wage to $9
State of the Union address touches on immigration reform, health care regulations and other topics that directly affect the restaurant industry.1 comment- Alicia Kelso -
Greenfield Farms Food acquires Carmela's Pizzeria
Greenfield Farms Food Inc. announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the equity interest in Carmela's Pizzeria. Carmela's presently has three Dayton, Ohio … -
Franchise association outlines 2013 policies to accelerate job creation
The International Franchise Association released its 2013 Policy Platform in advance of President Obama's State of the Union address today. The platform makes policy recommendations to the … -
Henny Penny CEO honored by NAFEM
The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) presented Steven D. Cobb, CFSP, chairman and CEO, Henny Penny Corporation, Eaton, Ohio, with the 2013 William W. Carpenter Award … -
Yum! Brands plans expansion in Russia
Yum! Restaurants International's Oleg Pisklov said today that the company plans to open between 60 and 70 restaurants in 2013 in Russia and other Commonwealth of Independent States. According to Fox … -
Flippers Pizzeria pushes per-person catering menu
February in Central Florida tends to generate a busy catering schedule for Flippers Pizzeria, as the 74-degree average temperature inspires indoor and outdoor gatherings. In response, the chain is … -
Massive winter storm forces restaurant closures
If power outages last through Valentine's Day, businesses will take an even bigger hit, as the holiday is a high-traffic occasion.- Alicia Kelso -
Domino's Pizza adds bike delivery in Seattle
Domino's Pizza announced it will hire 800 employees across 74 stores in the Seattle market. The positions include delivery drivers, assistant managers and general managers. Additionally, the market …1 comment -
The Upton Group launches pizza insurance business
After three years of providing insurance for Domino's Pizza, The Upton Group LLC is expanding its business to include all pizzerias through the newly created PizzaInsurance.com. The company was … -
Pizza Inn Q2 same-store sales fall 4.5 percent
Pizza Inn Holdings announced its second quarter results this week, including a 4.5-percent drop in domestic franchised same-store sales. The company attributed its revenue decrease to lower food and … -
NRA: Restaurant job growth hit 17-year high in 2012
The restaurant industry added jobs at double the rate of the overall economy in 2012, and the National Restaurant Association expects this trend to continue in 2013. Restaurants added jobs at a rate … -
Restaurant Rescue: 4 tips for flipping a failing restaurant
If your establishment is struggling, despite a terrific location, exciting concept, appealing menu and outstanding quality of food and service, perhaps it's time to take a look at operations …1 comment -
Domino's pushing carryout business to add to store-level profits
Carryout has grown steadily in the past few years and now makes up about one-third of all U.S. orders.- Alicia Kelso -
Pizza Fusion grows Middle East presence
Parent company Unique Pizza and Subs Corp. today announced its Pizza Fusion brand has opened its eighth restaurant in the Middle East via the Samir Group, its Middle East master franchisor. The new … -
Growth in pork demand necessitates supply chain discipline
Rabobank has published a new research report on the global pork industry which states that as a result of continuing high feed costs, the key success factor for the foodservice industry will be … -
Hungry Howie's plans franchise growth in Ohio
Michigan-based Hungry Howie's is looking to expand its footprint in the Buckeye State. The company will exhibit at the Cincinnati Franchise & Business Opportunities Expo Feb. 9 and Feb. 10 at the …
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