Pie Five CEO: Fast casual pizza category fills a void

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

By finding the right equipment, the brand has combined individualized, customized and fast.

Restaurant industry groups support renewable fuel standard reform

April 11, 2013

Four Congressmen introduced the Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act this week, bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing food costs by eliminating the…

Leaf launches POS tablet for limited-service restaurants

April 11, 2013

Limited-service restaurants now have a mobile point of sale unit designed specifically for them. Leaf, a provider of POS systems, business intelligence and…

Yum! Brands social responsibility report focuses on nutrition, sustainability

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company is currently working to synchronize its animal welfare program and policies throughout all of its global markets.

Chili's Grill & Bar jumps into the competitive pizza space

April 10, 2013

For the first time in the brand's 38-year history, Chili's Grill & Bar is offering pizza. The menu item is available at participating restaurants for lunch…

Average wheat prices tumble to lowest level in months

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gas prices are 33 cents lower than they were a month ago.

Unified Brands adds 15-gallon braising pan to lineup

April 2, 2013

Unified Brands has added a new 15?gallon braising pan to its gas and electric Groen Eclipse lineup. The new unit provides high production and full…

Want to reduce operational costs and waste? Start in the restroom

Paper towels can be costly, messy and environmentally unfriendly.

Natural gas prices reach 18-month high

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chuck E. Cheese stock gets a boost from augmented reality mobile app launch.

Mean Green Cleaner gets 'meaner'

March 29, 2013

Mean Green Industrial Strength Cleaner & Degreaser has doubled the amount of Chelating Agent in its formula, a blend of biodegradable detergents, just time…

Cheese prices rise sharply in past week

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Stubborn winter-like weather keeps natural gas prices up.

Quail Digital upgrades headset system

March 22, 2013

Quail Digital, a wireless headset communication specialist, has extended the bandwidth on its Q Pro 5 drive-thru system. The system now operates on the new…

Study claims NYC's proposed Styrofoam ban will add to foodservice costs

March 21, 2013

On the heels of a court ruling overturning the ban on large sodas, another proposal from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and his administration is under…

Companies provide assistance to pizzerias for Hurricane Sandy relief

March 21, 2013

PERFORMANCE Foodservice-ROMA and Bacio Cheese Company presented a check for $429,482 to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Sandy relief during a special…

Retail’s perpetual food cost advantage over QSR

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Build awareness throughout the company employees (top to bottom) that food-cost control is the top priority, second only to customer satisfaction.

Yum!, Papa John's stocks recover after sharp drops

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Cheese, wheat, gas prices remain somewhat stable from last week.

Pizza operators ask DC for menu labeling flexibility

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Mandating menu boards for a segment that is dominated by delivery/carryout is one issue.

Cheese prices drop to lowest level in 10 months

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Papa John's stock recovers big after missing Q4 earnings expectations.

Barfresh partners with RestaurantLink to expand smoothie sales

March 8, 2013

Barfresh Food Group, a manufacturer and distributor of ready-to-blend beverages, has signed a marketing agreement with RestaurantLink to market Barfresh…

Worksman Cycles upgrades pizza delivery bikes

March 6, 2013

Worksman Cycles, a 114-year old manufacturer of industrial grade bicycles and tricycles, has announced upgrades to its classic pizza delivery bicycle – the…