NPD: U.S. restaurant counts declined 2%

August 8, 2011

U.S. restaurant unit counts declined by 2 percent, for a loss of 9,450 restaurants, based on the most recent restaurant census conducted by The NPD Group.

Tyson Food Service introduces Bonici pizza toppings

August 8, 2011

Tyson Food Service has introduced its Bonici Real World toppings line to help foodservice operators combat rising food costs. With new Bonici Real World…

Will cauliflower be the new pepperoni?

Cauliflower is the latest addition to the menu at Anthony's Coal Fire Pizza based in Florida. Although it may seem like an unlikely pizza topping, Owner…

Daphne's California Greek rolls out flatbread pizzas

August 3, 2011

As Daphne's California Greek continues to evolve its brand and menu to showcase Mediterranean and Greek-flavors, the chain has debuted distinctively light…

Chorizo sales triple at Pizza Patrón

August 3, 2011

Since the July launch of its chorizo, Pizza Patrón has tripled its chorizo sales, running out of the product in every distribution center. However, customers…

Giordano's now using approved ingredients

August 3, 2011

Giordano's is officially using proprietary products at each of its deep-dish pizza restaurants after being accused of the opposite, according to the Chicago…

The battle between Breakfast and Snack: Part 2

by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc

Click here if you missed Part 1.

Gas, wheat, cheese prices slightly up this week

Domino's is on an upswing.

Buddy's celebrates 65 years with new pizzas

July 28, 2011

Detroit-based Buddy's Pizza is celebrating its 65th anniversary with new pizzas flavors, including a tribute to Kid Rock and the Detroit Zoo, according to the…

Who will be 'the Chipotle' of the pizza industry?

An inside look behind a growing trend in the pizza industry.

Pino Gelato adds two more locations

July 27, 2011

Hilton Head, S.C.-based Pino Gelato has opened two new stores. The first is located in the Haywood Mall in Greenville, S.C., and the second is in Cranberry…

Pizza Hut has the power of persuasion

July 27, 2011

A new study shows that Pizza Hut's ads persuade Americans better than any other pizza chain. Ace Metrix ranked pizza chains' ads based on a consumer survey of…

SPIN! Pizza debuts new fare

July 26, 2011

Kansas City's SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza has added a Sopressata and Calabrian Pepper Pizza and a Classic Arugula Salad to the menu at each of its four locations.

NRA changes date of 2012 Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show

July 26, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced that the 2012 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show will now be held from May 5-8…

Cono Italiano secures $200,000 investment

July 26, 2011

The world may be one step closer to eating cone-shaped pizza. Cono Italiano Inc. the exclusive license holder for the North American Distribution and…

Healthy Beverage Innovation: PepsiCo leads the way

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Healthy Beverage Innovation: PepsiCo Leads the way

Cassano's goes over the 'Edge'

Ohio pizza chain gets creative with pizza and marketing.

Bringing New York slices to Texas and beyond

A dedication to fresh ingredients has helped Anthony Russo create a successful franchise.

Menu Labeling Tips: Part 2

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

As the country begins to see calories on menus, I have some awesome ideas and tips to make your food and menu items a bit better in the numbers department.

Stevi B's chooses Pepsi over Coke

July 20, 2011

Stevi B's, a pizza buffet franchise, today announced it has signed an agreement with PepsiCo for exclusive beverage pouring rights in all of its 44 locations.