Business Strategy and Profitability News & Media
Naked Pizza takes all-natural pizza to New York, Phoenix
October 4, 2010
Naked Pizza has awarded multi-unit franchising rights to the New York City and Phoenix, Ariz., markets.
read nowFlippers Pizzeria signs first franchisee
October 3, 2010
Florida-based Flippers Pizzeria has announced a multi-unit franchise deal with David Lo, president of Delocie LLC.
read nowPapa John's to open in crowded East Village space
October 3, 2010
Popular New York blog EV Grieve has reported that a Papa John's storefront has appeared on First Avenue in an area of New York City's East Village that's…
read nowAmex survey: Affluent diners boosted fast food spending in Q2 2010
September 30, 2010
A recent study by American Express has discovered that wealthy American consumers spent 24 percent more on fast food in the second quarter, compared with the…
read nowMintel: Consumers approve HFCS disclosure
September 30, 2010
High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has come under recent fire, resulting in a proposed name change from HFCS to simply corn sugar. While it's unclear what effects…
read nowFast Casual publishes comprehensive state-of-the-industry report
September 29, 2010
Fast Casual (www.FastCasual.com), the leading online news and information source for the burgeoning fast casual dining segment, has published the fourth…
read nowRestaurant recovery in holding pattern, RPI reveals
September 29, 2010
The National Restaurant Association's comprehensive index of restaurant activity remained below 100 for the fourth consecutive month in August, dashing hopes…
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15 minutes with Uno Chicago Grill's Rick Hendrie
Uno marketing SVP Hendrie reveals the brand's new limited service strategies, retail solutions and the real reason behind its Chapter 11 filing.
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All this change is driving me crazy!
by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties
I was sure it would be a short, 15-minute lesson about e-mail to my 62-year old father. Tell him the basics, have him create and respond to an e-mail and then…
read nowNRA believes Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 will have 'multiplier effect'
September 26, 2010
The National Restaurant Association has endorsed the final passage of a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives that will provide the nation's restaurants…
read nowStevi Bs expands into Western U.S.
September 21, 2010
Premium pizza buffet Stevi B's Pizza is expanding its reach with the announcement of three new locations set to open in New Mexico. Local resident and…
read nowPizza Inn enters more convenience stores
September 21, 2010
Pizza Inn's popular traditional and specialty pizzas are now available in Lebanon, Ky., for takeout or delivery through an agreement with Flash Market…
read nowDominos franchisee intros 24-hour model
September 19, 2010
A University of Dayton-area Domino's Pizza franchisee is experimenting with a 24-hour model that it started a month ago, according to the Associated Press. It…
read nowUNO focuses on craft beer, affordable cocktails for growth
September 16, 2010
As part of its growth plan, Uno Chicago Grill has announced a new emphasis on American craft beer and affordable cocktail offerings. It is promoting them…
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Coca-Cola's Freestyle continues expansion
by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com
While specialty drinks such as coffee, tea and smoothies have skyrocketed in sales, and buoyed a beverage evolution in the restaurant industry, soft drink…
read nowSouthwest Airlines opens outdoor lounge serving pizza and beer
September 15, 2010
Southwest Airlines has opened The Southwest Porch at Skyline Park, a new outdoor lounge situated at the base of the historic Daniels and Fisher Clocktower in…
read nowNRA supports repeal of 1099 reporting requirements
September 14, 2010
The National Restaurant Association has issued a statement from Scott DeFife, executive vice-president for Policy and Government Affairs, regarding the…
read nowYum! announces 19 percent dividend increase
September 14, 2010
After reaching a 52-week stock price high last week at $46.25, Yum! Brands Inc. has announced that its Board of Directors approved a 19 percent increase in the…
read nowRestaurant conference to address 'thawing' credit freeze
September 14, 2010
More than 1,500 restaurant owners, operators and financial service executives are expected to attend an upcoming event that seeks to unearth capital for…
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