SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza gift cards include food bank donation

November 29, 2011

Kansas City, Mo.-based SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza will donate $5 to Harvesters: the Community Food Bank, and give away $5 in SPIN! Bucks to any customer who…

Pizza shipments benefit more than the bottom line

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Added service provides lift in sales, brand saturation.

Food stamps in foodservice

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The foodservice industry can do more to help with hunger in America.

Pizza players prepared for Thanksgiving weekend rush

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

NRA estimates 14 million Americans will visit a restaurant for holiday meal.

Are we there yet?

by Lori Walderich — CMO, Top That! Pizza

Consider a few strategies to build a brand in bad(ish) times.

Pizza Hut offering 20 percent deal for Cyber Monday

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company hopes the promotion will boost online exposure.

Study: Daily deal promotions generate new customers

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Many concerns about offering such deals are overstated.

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.

First impressions still count for new customers

by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force

Food is still the biggest driver of a customer's first impression.

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…

What’s in a Brand?

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The pizza industry is so focused on coupons, promotions and LTO's that we drive consumers to look for more for less.

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…

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.

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…

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…

Chuck E. Cheese's holiday gift cards now available

November 8, 2011

Chuck E. Cheese's gift cards are now available for kids just in time for the holiday season. Redeemable at any store location, gift cards provide kids with the…

Gattitown to open in Clearwater, Fla.

November 8, 2011

Gatti's Pizza LLC has announced that it will open the newest GattiTown in Clearwater, Fla., on Nov. 14. GattiTown is a 16,200-square-foot dining and…

Pizza Hut locations to offer DIRECTV services

November 8, 2011

Bulk TV & Internet, a provider of DIRECTV services for commercial properties, has entered into an agreement with NPC International, the largest Pizza Hut…

A behind-the-scenes look at Pizza Ranch's gluten-free adoption

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain's R&D director discusses the process behind the menu addition.

Don't let the turkeys get you down

by Marla Topliff — President, Rosati's Pizza

Ten gentle reminders for staff and owners heading into the busy holiday season.