Pizza Hut hints at next 'Big' innovation

January 28, 2013

While Pizza Hut fans scramble to get their "Hut Hut Hut" commercials uploaded before the Super Bowl, the chain is hinting at its next "Big" innovation. That…

Detroit Style Pizza Co. celebrates return of hockey with wing promotion

January 25, 2013

Detroit Style Pizza Co. is celebrating its hometown, "Hockey Town," roots. With the return of the NHL season after a labor dispute-induced hiatus, the concept…

Texting alert for craft beer availability launched

January 23, 2013

Fanfare Mobile has launched Craft Beer Alerts. These targeted alerts allow craft beer fans to opt-in to their favorite styles, breweries or specific beers at…

Pizza Hut Canada rolls out hand-tossed pizza

January 23, 2013

Pizza Hut Canada is launching its new hand-tossed style pizza for the promotional price of $10. The $10 price was the cost of a pizza in 1993.

Mazzio's adds two limited time offerings

January 22, 2013

Tulsa, Okla.-based Mazzio's Italian Eatery has added Italian bowls and a Pepperoni Chicken Calzone Ring to its menu for a limited time only.

Pie Five Pizza Co. expands college campus footprint

January 21, 2013

Pie Five Pizza Co., a subsidiary of Pizza Inn Inc., opened its ninth restaurant this week, located on West Hickory Street across from the University of North…

Report: December alcohol sales weak at restaurants

January 15, 2013

According to GuestMetrics, the fourth quarter of 2012 was relatively week for alcohol sales at restaurants and bars in the U.S. The information is from…

Domino's: 'We're not just a pizza company anymore'

January 14, 2013

Domino's Pizza has launched a new TV campaign encouraging guests to "think outside the pizza box" and try something new for 2013.

Sam's Sorrento Pizza promotion raises money for veterans

January 11, 2013

Mount Clemens, Mich.-based Sam's Sorrento Pizza is raising money to support veterans through the sale of "The General," an extra large pizza that was…

Sbarro introduces 'skinny' pizza, plans freestanding units

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

January 10, 2013

Sbarro has introduced a new, 270-calorie "Skinny Slice" offering. The trademarked Skinny Slice features roasted red and green bell peppers, Portobello…

Mintel: Four foodservice trends will stand out this year

January 9, 2013

Intelligence firm Mintel predicts there will be four trends in particular that will have the biggest impact on the restaurant industry in this year.

Pizza Inn experiments with Cuban flavors

January 9, 2013

Pie Five Pizza Co., a division of Pizza Inn Holdings Inc., has introduced the Cuban Pie as a limited-time offer.

Hungry Howie's promotes flavored crusts for anniversary

January 7, 2013

Hungry Howie's Pizza is celebrating its 40th birthday in 2013. Throughout the year, the Michigan-based chain will have a special Flavored Crust of the Month…

Blaze Pizza's executive chef recognized by Zagat

January 4, 2013

Blaze Pizza's Executive Chef Bradford Kent has been featured in Zagat's "Destination Pizzas: 10 Pies Worth a Trip" guide for his concept, Olio Pizzeria &…

7-Eleven adds fresh food, aims at QSR segment

December 28, 2012

C-stores have been stepping up their foodservice offerings in recent years, increasing the competitive pressure on the quick-service segment in particular. And…

Commentary: Rising consumer interest in food makes 2013 look prosperous

December 20, 2012

People will find ways to discuss, experiment and dabble in the world of food, no matter what their financial situation.

Millennial Hispanics have large influence on foodservice trends

December 11, 2012

Sixty-five percent of U.S. Hispanics are Millenials, ages 22 to 35. Consequently, this specific demographic is expected to significantly influence the ethnic…

Sbarro rolls out Italian staples for the holidays

December 6, 2012

Drawing inspiration from the Italian tradition of the holiday feast, Sbarro has introduced a limited time white pizza and Italian cookies.

Pizza Persona marks anniversary with $2 pizza deal

December 4, 2012

Jeffrey Zucker and James Kinnaird, the founders of Chicago's Pizza Persona, are offering two deals in celebration of the brand's first anniversary.

Domino's UK crowdsources for new pizza

December 4, 2012

The People's Pizza will be featured on Domino's Pizza UK menus in 2013. The pizza was created by 37-year-old Maria Tyrrell, who was the grand prize winner of a…