Hungry Howie's brings back Cheese Puff-flavored crust

September 5, 2013

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Hungry Howie's has unveiled its latest limited-time flavored crust for September — Cheese Puff. It is available through…

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…

The pretzel bun male-only menu

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

A greater focus on male-driven products is an admission that salad sales have plateaued.

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.

Fast casual visits up 9 percent in a year

August 26, 2013

As the fast casual segment continues to grow its footprint, visits are keeping pace. In the year ending May 2013, visits to fast casual restaurants increased…

Top CEOs join Fast Casual Exec Summit's experts panel

Attendees will have the opportunity to grill industry leaders on what it takes to run a successful fast casual restaurant.

Rosati's Pizza unveils Reserve red wine brand

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

August 22, 2013

Rosati's Pizza in Yorkville, Ill., will host a free wine tasting from 3 to 6 p.m. Aug. 25 to unveil the brand's Rosati's Reserve for the first time.

Pie Five Pizza brings back seasonal Hatch Chile Pie

August 20, 2013

Pie Five Pizza is bringing back the spicy Hatch Chile Pie. The seasonal offering is available now through Sept. 29, and was brought back due to popular demand.

Boston's combines two American classics for new Pizzaburger

August 20, 2013

Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar will launch its newest menu item — the Pizzaburger — on Aug. 26.

An obesity solution

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

In Europe, a commission has set a goal to make pizza healthier.

Papa John's responds to criticism of 'better ingredients' slogan

August 15, 2013

Papa John's took to Facebook earlier this week to rail against the "inaccuracy" of an article that ran questioning the chain's "better ingredients."

Technomic expects bar mixer momentum to continue

August 14, 2013

Tracking the growth trend in spirits and the rise of cocktail culture, mixers used in the preparation of cocktails and mixed drinks in restaurants and bars are…

CPK reformulates hand-tossed crust recipe

August 13, 2013

California Pizza Kitchen has debuted a new hand-tossed pizza dough, now available at all restaurants nationwide. The new pizza dough brings California Pizza…

Top That! rolls out gluten-free crust

August 12, 2013

Top That! Pizza has added an all-natural, gluten-free crust to its menu. The product is currently available in select locations and is slated to roll out…

Buying versus purchasing

To help manage costs, create proper specifications, consider contracts for key items and make a commitment to manufacturers for allowances and distributors…

Papa John's CEO: You can't make superior quality pizza for $5

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

"In my 36 years of doing this, I've never seen the bigger players at that low a price point," Schnatter said.

Nat'l Food Service Security Council rebrands itself

August 6, 2013

The National Food Service Security Council announced today at its 34th Annual Conference that it has changed its name to the Restaurant Loss Prevention &…

The future of the food industry is closer than ever

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Food production technologies are emerging to keep up with overpopulation and climate change concerns.

FDA standardizes 'gluten-free' definition for food industry

August 2, 2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today published a new regulation defining the term "gluten-free" for voluntary food labeling.

Hungry Howie's latest pizza crust flavor: BBQ chip

August 2, 2013

Hungry Howie's Pizza has unveiled its latest limited-time offer for August — the BBQ Chip Flavored Pizza Crust.