Yum! Brands adds member to board of directors

November 20, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has appointed Mirian M. Graddick-Weir, 56, to its board of directors effective Jan. 26, 2012.

Domino's UK introduces new check-in deals

November 20, 2011

Domino's UK has launched two new deals for Foursquare and Facebook Places users.

Pizza Inn opens third Pie Five Pizza Co.

November 20, 2011

Pie Five Pizza Co., the new fast casual concept from Pizza Inn Holdings Inc., has opened its third unit in Dallas. Today, the company will host the grand…

Giordano's sold to private equity group

November 20, 2011

Less than a year after filing for bankruptcy, Chicago staple Giordano's Enterprises Inc. has been sold to VPC Pizza Holdings LLC for $52 million.

Sbarro's bankruptcy exit strategy approved by court

November 17, 2011

Sbarro Inc., along with its domestic subsidiaries, has announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has approved its plan of…

Figaro's Italian Pizza acquiring Nick-N-Willy's chain

November 16, 2011

Salem, Ore.-based Figaro's Italian Pizza Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire the Nick-N-Willy's Pizza franchise, which is owned by World Famous Pizza…

Chuck E. Cheese's rewards calendars include free tokens

November 16, 2011

Chuck E. Cheese's is rewarding children for completing their chores and demonstrating good behavior with 12 free, printable Rewards Calendars.

RediHEAT extends warranty guarantee

November 15, 2011

RediHEAT Inc., maker of heated food-delivery bags, is now offering extended warranty support.

Domino's plans to double India units

November 15, 2011

Domino's Pizza opened its 400th store in India this week, with CEO J. Patrick Doyle on hand to mark the milestone.

NRA adds supply chain management to conference series

November 15, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has formed an Executive Study Group to address the many issues surrounding supply chain management.

Happy's Pizza's Coats for Kids program returns

November 15, 2011

Detroit-based Happy's Pizza has partnered with Greater Grace Temple for its annual "Happy's Coat's for Kids" winter coat giveaway. The event is Nov. 26 and…

LivingSocial tests instant ordering and delivery features for restaurants

November 14, 2011

LivingSocial has launched a test of new food ordering and delivery features as part of its LivingSocial Instant service. Starting today, LivingSocial members…

Domino's kicks off 8th annual St. Jude's fundraiser

November 14, 2011

Domino's Pizza has kicked off its 8th annual Thanks and Giving campaign to raise money for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Snapfinger launches group ordering feature

November 13, 2011

Snapfinger, a provider of remote Web and mobile ordering and pre-payment services for the restaurant industry, has launched a new group ordering feature.

Domino's franchisee kicks off social media contest

November 13, 2011

North Carolina-based HDI, a Domino's Pizza franchisee, has tapped Sociallybuzz to launch its new giveaway campaign that taps into both virtual and non-virtual…

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Papa John's U.S. drops Coke for Pepsi

November 10, 2011

PepsiCo Inc. will soon be the exclusive drink of choice at Papa John's International's U.S. restaurants, winning the distribution account from rival Coca-Cola…

The Loop Pizza Grill launches holiday coupon book

November 10, 2011

Jacksonville, Fla.-based Loop Pizza Grill is offering a free holiday savings book with six months worth of deals. The promotion runs Nov. 14 through Dec. 2…

Technomic: Restaurant alcohol sales expected to rise in 2012

November 9, 2011

A forecast recently released by Technomic predicts a 2.4 percent gain in away-from-home alcohol sales in 2012.

Little Caesars offering veterans free Crazy Bread

November 9, 2011

Little Caesars Pizza is honoring the United States armed forces this Veterans Day by providing veterans and active military members with a free Crazy Bread…