Figaro's Italian Pizza's charitable organization awards 141 grants

March 23, 2012

H.E.L.P., the Charity has announced that in its first 18 months of existence it has issued 141 awards of grants totaling $19,587.17.

Foodservice Social Media Universe conference seeks 'Best of' award nominations

March 22, 2012

The Foodservice Social Media Universe conference, set for Sept. 16-18, 2012 at the Swissotel in Chicago, is seeking award nominations for social media…

Domino's offers chance to win 2013 Final Four trip

March 21, 2012

Domino's Pizza is giving fans another reason to follow the 2012 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Since the Second Round, consumers have been…

Flippers Pizzeria signs agreement to enter Tampa market

March 21, 2012

Orlando-based Flippers Pizzeria is expanding into the Tampa, Fla., market.

Mintel: Local produce edging out organic in terms of consumer importance

March 21, 2012

According to the latest research data from Mintel, locally purchased fruits and vegetables by grocery stores and restaurants are now more important to…

Domino's Australia asks Facebook fans to create 'social pizza'

March 21, 2012

Domino's Australia is asking its nearly 500,000 Facebook fans to help the company create what it's calling the "world's first social pizza."

Fried pizza concept coming to NYC

March 21, 2012

La Montanara by Forcella is scheduled to open March 28 in the Lower East Side neighborhood of New York City. According to Eater NY, it will be the first…

Australian millionaire sues Yum! Brands for blocking franchise sale

March 21, 2012

Jack Cowin, an Australian millionaire who made his money in the quick-service industry, has sued Yum! Brands for blocking his attempts to sell the franchise…

Mellow Mushroom expands in Kentucky

March 21, 2012

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers will open a new outlet in Bowling Green, Ky., on March 26. This will mark the brand's fourth location in the Bluegrass State, in…

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Foodservice distribution company expands network

March 20, 2012

Consolidated Distribution Corporation LLC, a provider of QSR, fast casual and casual dining supply chain solutions in the U.S., has opened a new Dallas…

Report shows a jump in chain restaurant growth

March 20, 2012

The 500 largest U.S. restaurant chains registered a 3.4 percent annual sales increase in 2011, a sharp improvement over 1.8 percent the prior year, according…

Stevi B's Pizza grows Alabama footprint

March 20, 2012

Stevi B's Pizza has signed an agreement to develop four locations in North Alabama with new franchisees and Huntsville area residents Jim King and Chris Hunter.

Spin Neapolitan Pizza signs first franchisee to grow west

March 20, 2012

Kansas City, Mo.-based Spin Neapolitan pizza has signed its first franchisee, Craig Hofman, who has plans to develop 35 restaurants in the Southern California…

What I learned working in a kitchen

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

You got in the hospitality business to make your home your guest's home, treat them well and they will tell their friends.

Four tips for a successful Facebook page

by Lisa DiVirgilio

Always respond to fans - whether they post a positive or negative comment about your brand.

Pizza My Heart first American winner in traditional competition

March 19, 2012

The International Pizza Expo held last week in Las Vegas included a Best Traditional Pizza competition with honors this year going to Pizza My Heart.

Papa Murphy's plans Phoenix expansion

March 19, 2012

Papa Murphy's has announced plans to open up to 15 new outlets in the metro Phoenix market this year.

Grimaldi's Pizzeria hosts Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda

March 19, 2012

Baseball Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda is teaming up with Grimaldi's Pizzeria in Peoria, Ariz., to feature his collection of Italian table wines.

Gas prices up 30 cents from last year

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Wheat, cheese prices inch up.