Natural gas prices drop across the country

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gas prices are 20 cents lower than they were a month ago.

Know your operation's purchasing score

To keep ahead of any problems, maintain strong, consistent communication with your supplier.

Domino's, Papa John's ride stock market highs

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

A light hurricane season is expected to help gas prices.

Packaging company introduces recyclable thermal to-go cups

September 23, 2013

Berry Plastics Group Inc. has introduced Versalite, a fully recyclable thermal management packaging solution. The company is launching the #5 plastic…

Shakey's adds specialty beverage line to the menu

September 20, 2013

Shakey's USA has added a ready-to-blend beverage line to its 24 corporate locations in Southern California. The pizza chain signed a deal with Barfresh Food…

ThermoWorks launches cooking alarm for loud kitchens

September 17, 2013

The new ChefAlarm from ThermoWorks delivers cooking alarms with continuous Min/Max display, a high alarm that sounds when food reaches the predetermined…

Cheese prices jump 20 cents in three weeks

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Last week was the stock market's best since January.

Pizza box design contest raises funds for educational initiatives

September 16, 2013

Pizza restaurant group, OTTO, has announced its "Draw Outside of the Box" design contest, giving students in grades kindergarten through eighth the opportunity…

Fresh Brothers rolling out King's Hawaiian meatball sliders

September 13, 2013

On Sept. 16, California's Fresh Brothers' locations will feature new meatball sliders served on King's Hawaiian sweet rolls.

US Foods rolls out fall product line

September 13, 2013

US Foods has introduced its latest product line, featuring more than 25 chef-inspired items that can translate onto restaurant menus.

Applications now accepted for 2014 Kitchen Innovation Awards

September 12, 2013

The National Restaurant Association is now accepting applications for the Kitchen Innovations Awards for 2014. Now celebrating its 10-year anniversary, the…

Optimize distribution costs (Part II)

The best way to reduce cost is to commit to a distributor, negotiate directly and join a GPO.

Average wheat prices plummet

Gas prices temper after a week on the rise from Syria crisis fears.

Ecolab's launches 'Super Contact Cleaner '

September 6, 2013

Ecolab has created a super contact cleaner for the limited-service industry that clings to vertical and inverted surfaces for faster and easier removal of…

Smithfield introduces cook-in-bag pulled pork product

September 5, 2013

Smithfield Foodservice has introduced a new Cook-in-Bag Smoked Pork Butt for restaurant operators who want to serve a pulled pork product without adding extra…

SCA's Tork launches No Kid Hungry promotion

September 5, 2013

Numerous restaurant chains have added promotions for Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry campaign, which runs through September. SCA's Tork Brand is also…

Tensions over Syria push gas prices up

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Wall Street also responds negatively to the potential strikes.

US Foods names 'Next Top Product' semifinalists

August 27, 2013

Fifty-four chefs from across the country have begun competing for a spot in the final round of the 2nd Annual US Foods Next Top Product contest.

Optimize distribution costs

Consolidate dry, refrigerated and frozen items and include paper goods and cleaning supplies.

Cheese and wheat prices tumble

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Papa John's hits a new 52-week high.