NAFEM kicks off in Orlando

by Valerie Killifer — senior editor, NetWorld Alliance

February 10, 2011

The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers Show kicked off in Orlando, Fla., Feb. 10 with more than 500 exhibiting companies showcasing the…

NRA show will embrace innovation

February 10, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is seeking innovative food and beverage products that have made a significant impact on the industry, and will recognize…

NAFEM Show highlights energy savings

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

February 10, 2011

Exhibitors on day two of the North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers Show expressed optimism about the number of attendees at this year’s event…

Papa John's has Valentine's Day covered

February 9, 2011

Love is in the air at Papa John's this February. The chain is offering heart-shaped pizzas from now through Feb. 14.

NPD: Consumers want quality, not low-cal

February 8, 2011

The NPD Group has released its latest foodservice market research report, “Consumers Define Healthy Eating When They Go Out to Eat.” The report found that…

Retailers stepping it up against restaurants

February 8, 2011

Restaurants may want to watch their backs. According to a new survey by Technomic, more consumers are sourcing prepared meals from a wider range of retail…

Straw Hat offers special Valentine’s gifts

February 8, 2011

For the fourth year in a row, Straw Hat Pizza has added a little extra pizzazz to elementary school students' Valentine's boxes.

Gluten-free takes center stage at Pizza Expo

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

February 8, 2011

The global gluten-free market is set to grow by $1.2 billion throughout the next five years, eventually reaching $4.3 billion by 2015, according to recent…

Italian frozen pizza breaks into U.S. market

February 7, 2011

PowerPact, a promotion agency, has partnered up with Dr. Oetker, Italy’s top-selling frozen pizza brand, to promote its Ristorante Pizza brand in the United…

Seven free toppings for Papa John’s Super Bowl promo

February 6, 2011

Papa John’s is offering customers up to seven free toppings on large cheese pizzas ordered online through Wednesday. The Toppings for Touchdown promotion…

Gatti’s Pizza launches new Black & White Pizza

February 3, 2011

Austin, Texas-based Gatti’s Pizza has launched the new Black & White Pizza for a limited time. The item is available on the company’s Favorites menu and is…

Buscemi’s is ready for some football

February 3, 2011

Roseville, Mich.-based Buscemi’s has launched a football-shaped pizza in celebration of Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 6.

Picazzo’s February lineup comes from the heart

February 2, 2011

Picazzo’s Organic Italian Kitchen has launched a number of offerings for February, including heart-shaped pizzas, a heart smart gourmet salad and a new…

Papa Murphy’s makes it onto Forbes list

February 1, 2011

Papa Murphy’s International has been ranked No. 5 on Forbes magazine’s list of top 20 brand-name U.S. franchises.

CPK expands Fresno airport kiosk unit

January 31, 2011

California Pizza Kitchen Inc. has expanded its kiosk location in the Fresno Yosemite International Airport in Fresno, Calif. The remodeled, quick-service unit…

Papa John’s adds more Super Bowl promotions

January 30, 2011

Papa John’s is living up to its official NFL sponsorship duties. On Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 6, the chain is giving away free pizzas every 45 seconds.

Restaurant operators expect economic conditions to improve

January 30, 2011

According to the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI), restaurant operators have become a bit bullish about the direction of…

Mintel: A quarter of Americans will spend less dining out in '11

January 27, 2011

A study conducted by foodservice research company Mintel shows that consumers may not be fully out of the proverbial woods from the Great Recession.

Study reveals sales jumps from incentivized programs

January 27, 2011

In 2010, restaurant goers signficantly increased the amounts of food and drink they purchased when incentivized through gift cards, comp cards, and loyalty…

Zpizza inks California deal

January 26, 2011

Laguna Beach, Calif.-based zpizza is cultivating new stores in its home region. The company has finalized a contract with new franchisee ZP-Brea LLC to open a…