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Franchise association files lawsuit against Seattle for $15 min. wage vote
June 12, 2014
The International Franchise Association and five franchisees filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Seattle on Wednesday, seeking to block Seattle’s…
read nowPizza Hut offering chance to meet Blake Shelton
June 12, 2014
Pizza Hut has launched a Father’s Day promotion that includes the chance to win a trip to Dallas to meet country singer Blake Shelton, who is the brand’s…
read nowUncle Maddio’s on pace to grow more than 200% this year
June 11, 2014
Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint announced a 214-percent growth rate in 2013 and expects to open 24 more restaurant this year.
read nowPapa John’s adds Boeing executive to the board
June 11, 2014
Papa John’s International this week added Laurette Koellner to its board directors. Koellner most recently served as executive chairman of International Lease…
read nowFlancer’s Incredible Sandwiches and Pizza partners with Healthy Dining
June 11, 2014
Two Flancer’s Incredible Sandwiches and Pizza locations in Arizona have partnered with Healthy Dining to make it easier for guests to find healthier dining…
read nowHMSHost launches new by-the-slice pizza concept
June 10, 2014
HMSHost has developed a new pizza restaurant, called PZA, as part of its brand portfolio. According to a news release, the concept was developed with on-the-go…
read nowCasey’s General Stores continues to gain traction in pizza delivery business
June 10, 2014
Casey’s General Stores reported its annual results, which included a same-store sales increase of 11.8 percent in its prepared food and fountain category…
read nowUK’s largest restaurant chains continue growth trajectory
June 10, 2014
The 100 largest restaurant chains in the United Kingdom turned in a 6.4-percent annual sales increase in 2013, compared to 7.1 percent the prior year…
read nowTyson submits bid to buy Hillshire for $8.55B
June 9, 2014
Tyson Foods Inc. today announced it has submitted a unilaterally binding offer to acquire all outstanding shares of The Hillshire Brands Company for a price of…
read nowHungry Howie’s adds three specialty chicken pizzas
June 9, 2014
Hungry Howie’s Pizza has introduced three new specialty pizzas, including the Asian Chicken Pizza, BBQ Chicken Pizza and Buffalo Chicken Pizza.
read nowGrimaldi’s Pizzeria entering Louisiana market
June 9, 2014
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria has announced it will expand into Louisiana. The first of several locations will open in the winter at 6401 Bluebonnet Blvd. in Baton…
read nowFlippers Pizzeria offers up Father’s Day special
June 9, 2014
On Sunday, dads will be treated at all Flippers Pizzeria locations in celebration of Father’s Day. Those who purchase any menu item of equal or greater value…
read nowOutlook for restaurant job growth at a 2-year high
June 9, 2014
Restaurant operators’ outlook for staffing is at a two-year high, according to new information from National Restaurant Association Chief Economist Bruce…
read nowMobile restaurant ordering platform receives $4M funding
June 6, 2014
Siftit, a mobile restaurant ordering platform, announced this week that it has closed a $4 million Series A round of venture capital funding, led by…
read nowDomino’s creates stabilizing device to avoid #deliveryfails
June 6, 2014
Domino’s Pizza in Brazil has created a “pizza stabilizing” device that is mounted on the back of delivery bikes to avoid the shifting of pizzas en route.
read nowUK franchisee crowned as Domino’s fastest pizza maker
June 6, 2014
Pali Grewal, a Domino’s Pizza franchise owner from the United Kingdom, has been crowned as the company’s 2014 World's Fastest Pizza Maker. According to a news…
read nowJTM Food Group removes ‘yoga mat’ chemical from all bakery products
June 6, 2014
JTM Food Group has responded to growing public concerns regarding the use of ADA, or azodicarbonamide, in bakery products, reformulating its bread items…
read nowTyson Foods develops LTO exclusively for Pizza Patrón
June 6, 2014
Pizza Patrón is bringing some spice this summer with the introduction of Pepperoni Mexicano, made with beef, pork, a proprietary blend of spices and a hint of…
read nowInclement weather boosts delivery food orders
June 5, 2014
The extreme weather in Q1 2014 yielded good and bad news for the U.S. restaurant industry — total visits dipped, but delivery got a boost.
read nowInnovation Center opens in Colorado for foodservice professionals
June 5, 2014
Food and Drink Resources, a Centennial, Colo.-based consultancy firm, has opened a new Innovation Center for food and drink professionals. The founders of the…
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