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Uncle Maddio's Pizza opens second Denver-area restaurant

December 28, 2015

Uncle Maddio's Pizza is expanding in Colorado and opening a store in the Northwest Denver suburb of Westminster.

Cicis opens today in Mission, Texas

December 28, 2015

The newest Cicis will officially open its doors today in Mission, Texas.

Saying no to digital: Why haven't all restaurateurs embraced new POS systems?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

A new study looks at why many restaurants haven't implemented a digital POS system.

Kotipizza Group subsidiary to continue distribution services to Subwway in Finland

December 23, 2015

Helsinki Foodstock Oy, a sourcing and logistics operator owned by Kotipizza Group Oyj, has signed an agreement with EIPC Limited to renew Helsinki Foodstock's…

Year in review: 7 trending headlines of 2015

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Here's a look back at some of 2015's trending topics and stories.

California Pizza Kitchen partnering with Make-A-Wish, Round It Up America

December 23, 2015

California Pizza Kitchen officially announced its national partnerships with Make-A-Wish and the Round It Up America program.

PizzaRev inks 2nd Mexico deal

December 22, 2015

PizzaRev has signed a second franchise development agreement in Mexico.

Video: Why COO describes Blaze Pizza as a technology 'fast follower'

Jim Mizes, COO of Blaze Pizza, shares insight how his company uses technology to reach customers.

Fast-food breakfast is 'top food story' of the year

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three of this year's top-10 stories revolved around the fast food industry: Domino's new emoji ordering option ranked as No. 7 and the availability of alcohol…

Yum! Brands raises $640M for UN food program

December 22, 2015

Yum! Brands announced its World Hunger Relief effort has raised $640 million in cash and food donations since the program's inception in 2007.

From broom closet to 4,700 stores: Papa John's CEO shares secrets to success

December 22, 2015

Papa John's Pizza CEO John Schnatter advises entrepreneurs and small business owners to focus on three strategies: Hire based on attitude but train for…

Another Jet's Pizza lands In Kentucky

December 21, 2015

Jet's Pizza has opened its fourth store in Louisville, Kentucky.

Commodities:Up and down

by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group

The price for cheese decreased, wheat increased, gasoline and natural gas prices fell, and pizza stocks varied.

How 3 restaurants tackled holiday hiring

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

Execs of Doc Popcorn, Kono Pizza and Maui Wowi share their strategies when it comes to hiring seasonal help.

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza to open in Bakersfield, California

December 21, 2015

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza announced that it will open its first Bakersfield, California, store in January.

Pizza Hut introduces 'Life Unboxed EDU' Program

December 18, 2015

Pizza Hut announced an education program in partnership with Excelsior College to provide continuing education opportunities to its employees and their…

Marco's Pizza announces expansion plans for West Texas

December 18, 2015

Marco's Pizza announced it is seeking to partner with entrepreneurs in the West Texas area.

Dairy Queen's marketing EVP featured keynote at Restaurant Franchising Innovation Summit

December 17, 2015

Early bird registration for the event ends Friday, Dec. 18.

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza opens second North Carolina location

December 17, 2015

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza announced the opening of their second North Carolina location today, in Garner in the Raleigh area.