Best new markets for pizzerias 2009/2010

For pizza executives looking to expand a franchise or start a new concept in this tricky time, most signs point to Texas.

Restaurant industry outlook improves slightly

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November 29, 2009

The outlook for the restaurant industry improved somewhat in October, as the National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity…

Pizza Fusion expands to Saudi Arabia

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November 29, 2009

Pizza Fusion announced the opening of its first international franchise in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, through a master franchise development agreement with Samir…

Private label frozen pizza sales took off in 2009

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November 29, 2009

Despite the success of visible brands like DiGiorno this year, people are "discovering private label(s) they've never noticed before," according to Brandweek.

Papa John's donates toy Camaros to children's charity

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November 29, 2009

Earlier this year, "Papa" John Schnatter set out on a cross-country road trip to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Papa John's Pizza. Thr trip included a…

Priszm extends Yum! franchise agreements in Canada

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November 29, 2009

Priszm Income Fund has announced that it has extended several franchise agreements with Yum! Restaurants International to operate KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut…

Commodities update -- Week of Nov. 30, 2009

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November 29, 2009

Cheese   Block cheese prices on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange averaged slightly under $1.63 per pound during the short Thanksgiving week, up 3 cents from the…

Best new markets for pizzerias 2009/2010

For pizza executives looking to expand a franchise or start a new concept in this tricky time, most signs point to Texas.

High-income consumers cutting back on dining, groceries

November 24, 2009

According to a new study by HealthFocus International, the most significant source of cost cutting among consumers with annual incomes upwards of $75,000 is…

Radiant rolls out two new POS terminals

November 24, 2009

Radiant Systems Inc. has announced the market launch of the Radiant P1560 and P1760 point-of-sale hardware terminals for use across the hospitality and retail…

Pizza Fusion opens Saudi Arabia franchise location

November 24, 2009

Pizza Fusion has announced the opening of its first international franchise in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, through a master franchise agreement with Samir Food Co.

Domino's online ordering accounts for 20 percent of sales

November 24, 2009

Domino's has perfected its POS technology that not only allows customers to order online, but also builds the 'za right before their eyes and tracks its…

Uno rewards virtual gift card buyers

Company bets the cards will be even more attractive in the online space and with incentives

High-income consumers cutting back on dining, groceries

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November 24, 2009

According to a new study by HealthFocus International, the most significant source of cost cutting among consumers with annual incomes upwards of $75,000 is…

Radiant rolls out two new POS terminals

by

November 24, 2009

Radiant Systems Inc. has announced the market launch of the Radiant P1560 and P1760 point-of-sale hardware terminals for use across the hospitality and retail…

Pizza Fusion opens Saudi Arabia franchise location

by

November 24, 2009

Pizza Fusion has announced the opening of its first international franchise in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, through a master franchise agreement with Samir Food Co.

Domino's online ordering accounts for 20 percent of sales

by

November 24, 2009

Domino's has perfected its POS technology that not only allows customers to order online, but also builds the 'za right before their eyes and tracks its…

Uno rewards virtual gift card buyers

Company bets the cards will be even more attractive in the online space and with incentives

Papa Murphy's tops for franchisee satisfaction

November 23, 2009

Franchisees of Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza can certainly be counted among the brand's fans: The franchisor was recently rewarded with extremely high…

Domino's brings back the Noid

November 23, 2009

"Cyber Monday" (Nov. 30) is one of the busiest days of the year for online retailers, and Domino's is now getting a slice of the action. For a limited time…