Commentary: Visual content tops 2013 restaurant marketing trends

Cause marketing is also a major focus for brand differentiation, as customers seek out establishments that help the community.

Blaze Pizza signs first franchise agreement

December 26, 2012

Blaze Pizza has signed an agreement with Sajha LLC to develop three franchise stores in Southern California.

Pizza Hut ad among most effective for holiday season

December 26, 2012

Ace Metrix announced its top television ads for the 2012 holiday season, which includes Pizza Hut at No. 10 for its "Big vs. Huge" commercial.

PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 34: Brixx Woodfired Pizza

December 25, 2012

Since its beginning in 1998, Belmont, N.C.-based Brixx Woodfired Pizza wanted to push healthy options onto consumers. Salads and vegetarian items have always…

Flippers marks 13th unit in Florida

December 24, 2012

Flippers Pizzeria held a grand opening celebration Dec. 21 for the opening of its newest restaurant, located in St. Petersburg, Fla. This marks the brand's…

Chuck E. Cheese provides support for Texas food banks

December 24, 2012

Organizing its first ever Holiday Food Drive, Irving, Texas-based Chuck E. Cheese's 16 Dallas-Fort Worth stores recently provided an entertainment hub where…

New book describes hardships of running a Western concept in China

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Former master franchisee of Auntie Anne's Pretzels writes about the obstacles he faced that "will make anyone in business laugh, cringe and think twice about…

Breadcrumb's app update will speed business operations

December 23, 2012

Breadcrumb has unveiled an upgrade to its iPad POS for restaurants, bars and cafes. Breadcrumb 1.2 makes daily operation faster and easier for servers…

Bravo Pizza signs co-branding agreement with Dry Fried Wings

December 21, 2012

The Dry Fried Wing Company announced the signing of an exclusive agreement with Kenny Fellus' Bravo Pizza chain to license and broker a minimum of 10…

Bankrupt Upper Crust Pizza chain auctioned off

December 21, 2012

Boston-based Upper Crust Pizza was auctioned off Wednesday, nearly three months after the chain filed for bankruptcy.

NRA Educational Foundation appoints new CDO

December 21, 2012

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) announced that Katherine Speyer Schieffelin has been named senior vice president and chief…

Topper's hosting promotion to ring in the New Year

December 21, 2012

Canada's Topper's Pizza is hosting a "Special Moments" promotion from now through Jan. 6. As part of the deal, customers can order two large pizzas — one…

Major franchise growth on hold from uncertainty on Capitol Hill

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Franchisees cite uncertainty of tax policies, cost of implementing new health care rules and rising cost of energy as major concerns for the coming year.

How to share your good menu news in 2013

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

There are now several mobile apps restaurants can use to communicate their allergy-friendly menus to consumers.

Commentary: Rising consumer interest in food makes 2013 look prosperous

December 20, 2012

People will find ways to discuss, experiment and dabble in the world of food, no matter what their financial situation.

Former CiCi's Pizza COO takes the lead at MOOYAH

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

December 20, 2012

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries, and Shakes announced Wednesday that Bill Spae, former COO and CDO of CiCi's Pizza, is its new president and CEO. Spae takes the lead at…

Uncle Maddio's giving away iPad Mini

December 20, 2012

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint is giving away an iPad Mini to one lucky fan. To enter for a chance to win, customers can stop by any Uncle Maddio's location…

Chuck E. Cheese unveils new interactive website

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

December 20, 2012

In an effort to shift its marketing focus to parents, Chuck E. Cheese offers the ability to pre-plan visits to its restaurants.

China's restaurant visits up by double digits in Q3

December 20, 2012

The NPD Group just released its third quarter global restaurant industry report, which reflects each's geography's economy. For example, during Q3, China…

The workforce structure debate of 2013: part time vs. full time

by Jason Hamilton — VP of Marketing, Snagajob

Several elements will cause employers to revisit their workforce structure in 2013, including growth, regulation changes and labor cost increases.