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GE Capital, Franchise Finance lends $25M to Mellow Mushroom franchisor
October 19, 2009
GE Capital, Franchise Finance recently closed a $25 million credit facility for Mellow Mushroom franchisor, Home-Grown Industries of Georgia Inc. (HGI). The…
read nowCommodities update -- Week of Oct.19, 2009
October 18, 2009
Block cheese prices on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange rose to their highest levels in about 11 months last week, averaging slightly over $1.48 per pound, up …
read nowLittle Caesars returns to Rhode Island
October 18, 2009
The recession has been a drag on most of the restaurant sector, except for those that have positioned themselves as cheap or of high value. That factor has…
read nowItaly's No.1 frozen pizza hopes to take market share from U.S. pizzerias
October 18, 2009
Italy's top-selling frozen pizza is being introduced to pizza lovers in the Northeast's biggest cities, piling more competition on takeout places. A recent…
read nowMerchant Warehouse, Aldelo partnership addresses PCI compliance
October 18, 2009
Merchant Warehouse has announced a new partnership with POS software provider Aldelo designed to help hospitality organizations address the Payment Card…
read nowDonatos steaming billboards are media darlings
October 15, 2009
Smoking billboards in Columbus, Ohio, that promote Donatos' new hand-tossed crust pizza have been a hit with media. Columbus-based ad agency Engauge has…
read nowVilla Fresh Italian Kitchens opens four new stores at Prudential Center arena
October 15, 2009
Villa Enterprises Management, one of the nation's fastest growing multi-concept restaurant franchisors, has just opened four new restaurants at the Prudential…
read nowTyson's introduces Bonici line of pizza products
October 14, 2009
Bonici, the pizza brand from Tyson Food Service, has announced a new full line of pizza products. The new extensive line of Bonici pizza products includes:…
read nowPizza Inn helps franchisees defy credit crunch
October 14, 2009
While many franchisors are pulling the plug on expansion, Pizza Inn is offering a new development incentive program designed to increase domestic growth while…
read nowCooks diversifying use of wood-burning ovens
October 14, 2009
Wood-fired ovens have recently gained traction in the world of pizza, as their high heat level cooks quickly and imparts a particular flavor. But more…
read nowRecession-time wing boon causes price flip flops for chicken
October 13, 2009
The recession has been a boon for many wing restaurants, the New York times reported, as many perceived wings to be "an affordable luxury." Now, that upswing…
read nowPoll finds Americans split on ads mentioning recession
October 13, 2009
As economic woes continue, companies have to decide how to deal with the issue of the recession in their advertising. Some ignore it and find different ways…
read nowPizza Hut's video game debut
October 13, 2009
Pizza Hut "weapons" and room decorations will soon be seen in Japanese game Phantasy Star Portable 2, according to TheEscapist.com: Pizza Hut has signed a…
read nowUNO teams with Ocean Spray for 'Cranberry Enhanced' fall menu
October 13, 2009
Uno Chicago Grill has teamed up with Ocean Spray to debut new and healthy items for fall, according to a company statement. Offerings include an artisanal…
read nowDomino's debt management produces Q3 76% net income jump
October 12, 2009
Domino's Inc. reported a 76.6 percent net income jump in this year's third quarter results, which ended Sept. 6, despite flat domestic same-store sales.
read nowNew SmartLogin version enhances security for online ordering
October 12, 2009
Restaurants concerned about providing enhanced security for online ordering have a new tool: SmartLogin 2.0 offers full encryption technology and follows…
read nowFood Safety Training Institute to receive federal funding
October 12, 2009
The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have passed legislation that includes $1 million for The International Food Protection Training Institute (IFPTI…
read nowC-store chain aims to compete with pizzerias
October 12, 2009
Convenience store magnet 7-Eleven revealed its expansion into the fast food sector with its Monday announcement that it would roll out items like pepperoni…
read nowCommodities update -- Week of Oct. 12
October 11, 2009
Block cheese prices on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange rose to their highest levels in about 11 months last week, averaging slightly under $1.47 per pound, up…
read nowDomino's teams with online gaming charity
October 11, 2009
Domino's Pizza has entered into a partnership with GamesThatGive, a new Web site that allows consumers to help raise money for their favorite charity by…
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