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Childhood Obesity Task Force unveils action plan
First Lady Michelle Obama joined members of the Childhood Obesity Task Force to unveil its action plan: Solving the Problem of Childhood Obesity Within a Generation. The plan provides "goals … -
Farm-to-table pizza
New Boulder Organic Pizza offers a premium, uber-localized menu at a popular price point.- Jennifer Litz -
Romaine lettuce recall emphasizes need for food safety bill
Freshway Foods has issued a voluntary recall for products containing romaine lettuce with a use by date of May 12 or earlier because they have the potential to be contaminated with E. coli O145 …- Christa Hoyland -
Most nutritionally embattled chains more forthcoming, site says
Information about food calories, nutrients, and percentage of daily recommended intake, is often buried in the websites of the country's major chain restaurants, according to research conducted by … -
Consumer concern over sodium not reflected in purchases, NPD finds
Even as the Institute of Medicine has recommended new government strategies for reducing sodium intake, consumers are displaying a disconnect between their concern over the amount of sodium in their … -
Animal rights groups target the pizza industry
PETA and HSUS are crashing two major pizza companies' shareholder meetings today. But will consumers sympathize with their accusations?- Jennifer Litz -
Can restaurants afford food safety?
The impending revival of the Food Safety Bill is making leaders question how much restaurant reporting is too much …- Jennifer Litz -
Report: Consumers more concerned with food quality than safety
Today's consumers are aware of food safety issues, but not as concerned as before. They take steps to reduce their risks by reading country of origin and nutritional labels and relying on public … -
New organic pizza concept opens in Boulder
The latest pizzeria emphasizing seasonal ingredients and a small service-related footprint is Colorado's new Boulder Organic Pizza. The restaurant will feature a seasonal menu, organic/sustainable … -
Own a 'green' restaurant? Call it 'natural' instead
So your LEED-certified pizzeria carries all local ingredients from farms and suppliers that are USDA certified organic. How do make your green claims resonate with everyday people? Call it " …- Jennifer Litz -
IOM salt study on shaky ground with some
Proposed sodium reduction standards might not just hinder the pizza industry – they could hurt health, too.- Jennifer Litz -
Coca-Cola shareholders to challenge use of Bisphenol-A in cans
Coca-Cola shareholders will vote today on a proposal asking the company to disclose how it is responding to public concerns about the safety of Bisphenol-A (BPA), a chemical used in the epoxy lining … -
Institute of Medicine recommends sodium reduction in food supply
The Institute of Medicine has released its report on recommended strategies for reducing sodium intake to levels recommended in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, a task set forth by Congress in …- Christa Hoyland -
Technomic outlines pizza's allure
Consumers choose pizza over other meal options due to taste, ease and value, according to a new study from foodservice industry consultant Technomic. Many respondents also expressed a desire for … -
Pizza Fusion runs viral recipe contest for Earth Day
Pizza Fusion, a pioneer in the natural and organic restaurant movement, has launched an online video contest through the month of April in search of the country's most creative and earth-friendly … -
Eagle Boys pits itself against big chains in gluten-free offerings
Eagle Boys Pizza has crafted a new "gluten-friendly" pizza base, giving gluten-sensitive pizza lovers the biggest pizza selection of any major Australian pizza maker. The launch of the new base … -
Mellow Mushroom tests gluten-free
Nine Mellow Mushroom stores will roll out gluten free options by April 5, according to gluten-free diet source Celiac.com. The new dough will be priced similarly to the existing option. From the … -
Pizza Executive Summit to explore healthy menu items as marketing tool
"Healthy" is a recurring topic and consideration in the restaurant industry, especially with recent menu labeling legislation and people's resulting heightened awareness. But there are many … -
NRA Show 2010: Session topics to cover timely industry trends
For operators preparing to attend the upcoming National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, the convention staff has lined up a full slate of expert-led professional development …- Christa Hoyland -
Five pizzeria-friendly natural food products at Expo West
Expo West is the premier showcase for healthy foodservice suppliers. Here are some of their promising menu additions.- Jennifer Litz
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