News & Media

Domino's Pizza launches Spanish-language mobile app

November 8, 2012

Domino's Pizza has launched a new Spanish-language ordering app for smartphones for its Hispanic consumers. With this update to its current app, Domino's…

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Restaurant industry steps up franchising incentives for military veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chains are actively recruiting veterans with startup discounts to reintegrate them into the workforce.

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Simple deterrents to late night restaurant robberies

Often, QSR windows are covered with advertizing or window clings; however, limited visibility from the outside provides cover for a robbery in progress.

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Middle East Domino's franchisee marks 200th unit

November 7, 2012

Alamar Foods, the Domino's Pizza master franchisee with operational rights in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan (MENAP), announced the opening of its…

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MICROS supports new Apple iPad Mini

November 7, 2012

MICROS Systems Inc., a provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality and retail industries, has announced that its OPERA and Simphony…

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Restaurants try to balance Millennial trends with other segments

November 7, 2012

According to a new report from market research firm Technomic, restaurant operators are increasingly tasked with making a connection to the influential…

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NYPD Pizza introduces vegan, gluten-free options

November 7, 2012

To mark World Vegan Month in November, NYPD Pizza has introduced The Veganizza, a specialty vegan pizza made with Daiya dairy-free cheese and topped with…

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Pizza Hut franchisee expands smaller model

November 7, 2012

NPC International Inc., the world's largest Pizza Hut franchisee, reported results for its third fiscal quarter ended Sept. 25, including a 1.3 percent…

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Villa Enterprises plants flag in Egypt

November 7, 2012

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd. Inc. has opened Villa Italian Kitchen and Bananas units at the American University (AUC) in Cairo, Egypt. These locations…

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PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 47: Grimaldi's

November 7, 2012

PizzaMarketplace.com Top 100 Movers & Shakers, No. 49: Grimaldi's, Scottsdale, Ariz.

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5 ways to grow your off-premise catering sales

by Erle Dardick — CEO, Monkeymedia

Delivery of your product will make or break your catering program: Invest in safe vehicles, showcase your brand on those vehicles and purchase…

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Former Buffalo Wild Wings director joins Blaze Pizza

November 6, 2012

Shortly after announcing its plans to expand nationally, Blaze Pizza has appointed Carolyne Canady as vice president of Franchise Sales.

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Detroit Lions join Happy's Pizza coat campaign

November 6, 2012

For the 4th consecutive year, Happy's Pizza is joining forces with Greater Grace Temple in Detroit for its Happy's Coats for Kids campaign. This year, Detroit…

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NRA executive named 'Top Lobbyist'

November 6, 2012

Scott DeFife, the National Restaurant Association's (NRA) executive vice president for Policy and Government Affairs, has been named a 2012 "Top Lobbyist" by…

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California Pizza Kitchen launches holiday rewards program

November 6, 2012

California Pizza Kitchen has brought back its holiday rewards program in which those who purchase $100 or more in CPK gift cards — plastic or electronic — will…

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Patxi's Pizza's new menu items

San Francisco's Patxi's Pizza just rolled out a new thin crust with Double Zero dough, as well as new toppings combinations and a variety of small plates.

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An industry of choice again

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The industry must improve the overall offer to prospective employees; pay, benefits, working conditions and schedules in order to attract quality workers.

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