Papa John’s adds Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizza, Bruschetta Cheesesticks

July 27, 2015

Papa John’s is launching two LTOs this week, a Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizza and the Bruschetta Cheesesticks.

Buffalo Wild Wings-backed PizzaRev launches hot sauce line

July 24, 2015

The Buffalo Wild Wings-backed build-your-own pizza shop features the signature sauces at its ‘Rev It Up’ counter where guests can choose from a variety of…

Papa John's summer creations now available

July 24, 2015

Bruschetta cheesesticks can only be ordered online at or through Papa John’s mobile ordering app for iPhone and Android devices.

PBS places Panino's Pizzeria at the top of Illinois pizza

July 23, 2015

The listing of Illinois’ top pizza places came after PBS asked its fans to nominate favorite spots for the best pizza in Illinois.

Chuck E. Cheese's launches adult-friendly menu

July 23, 2015

At 10 Chuck E. Cheese locations throughout the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, the brand surprised moms with impromptu spa treatments, including massages and manicures…

Wage victory leads to $15 an hour for New York restaurant workers

July 22, 2015

The wage increase will result in a more than 70 percent hike in workers' earnings, from the original $8.75 an hour.

Go Roma unveils new prototype

July 22, 2015

The fast casual Italian restaurant hopes to draw in new and old customers with a new look.

Family-owned Michigan pizzeria wins TripAdvisor Excellence award

July 22, 2015

TripAdvisor has awarded Holland, Michigan-based Crust 54 its Certificate of Excellence, given to properties that consistently achieve outstanding traveler…

Pie Five expands to Indianapolis

July 21, 2015

Pie Five sets foot in Indiana and introduces its Oreo Cookies brownie.

Domino's CFO retires at 56

July 21, 2015

Domino's Pizza announced that Michael T. Lawton is retiring as the company's CFO after 16 years of service. He will be succeeded by Jeffrey D. Lawrence…

Papa John's rolls out lighter menu, nutritional calculator

July 20, 2015

Papa John's nutritional calculator lets customers select products and add them to a meal builder, calculating the serving size, calories and nutritional facts…

Hungry Howie's spices up crusts with Sriracha, hot chili

July 15, 2015

Throughout 2015, Hungry Howie's Pizza will offer a variety of different flavored crusts to guests, including hot chili sauce crust, also available through the…

Science of bread innovation: enzymes driving quality

by Darrel Suderman — President CEO, Food Technical Consulting

Current enzymes are replacing older pre-existing chemical compounds to create “clean” labels, while developing softer breads with a longer shelf life.

CiCi's adds Food Network winning pizza to menu

July 14, 2015

As part of the show's "Improv" episode, CiCi's challenged Food Network Star contestants to create a pizza with an array of unlikely ingredients.

Old Chicago Pizza taps Belgian beer for Explorer Series

July 14, 2015

The series will feature selections from Brewery Ommegang and sister breweries Duvel, Brasserie D'Achouffe and Maredsous until the tap runs out.

Should you lease or purchase commercial space for your restaurant business?

The decision to lease or to purchase commercial property is not always clear cut. When making the decision to purchase or lease, don’t buy simply for the sake…

Little Caesar's brings back soft pretzel pizza

July 10, 2015

Little Caesars Pizza has brought back its Soft Pretzel Crust Pepperoni Pizza, along with the introduction of Cheese-N-Pretzel Dippers.

Merger allows PF Hospitality to franchise Pizza Fusion

July 10, 2015

The merger allows PF Hospitality Group to franchise Pizza Fusion restaurants specializing in organic fare free of artificial additives, such as preservatives…

Is QSR-plus the answer for struggling QSRs?

July 9, 2015

Technomic Executive Vice President Darren Tristano believes the key for struggling QSR brands is to create a space in the QSR-plus niche, rather than imitate…

Menu labeling mandate pushed back one year

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Although the 12 month delay is welcome by some, brands should not use this time to rest on their laurels. Menu labeling is not going away and the faster…