Papa Murphy's reports record growth in 2012

February 1, 2013

Papa Murphy's Pizza's partnership with Directed Equity to provide funding for qualified franchise candidates led to the chain's record growth in 2012.

Chef-restaurateurs collaborate for new fast casual pizza concept

February 1, 2013

Chefs Rodelio Aglibot (Koi, Yi Cuisine, Sunda, BLT) and Frank Fronda (Napa Valley Grille, Cafe del Rey, Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire), the founding partners…

Restaurant traffic declines in December, but outlook is up

January 31, 2013

Due in large part to softer same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association's Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) declined in…

Marco's Pizza targets Florida for 2013 expansion

January 31, 2013

Marco's Pizza is targeting Florida for growth in 2013. With 37 franchise locations already operating throughout the state, the company expects to have an…

Hunt Brothers Pizza continues NASCAR sponsorships

January 31, 2013

Hunt Brothers Pizza announced it will be the primary sponsor for four races with Richard Childress Racing's new 2013 Chevrolet Camaro NASCAR Nationwide…

Food innovation can be glamorous and messy, but don't let that stop you!

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Time and time again, a great innovative idea is shelved, only to be resurrected years later as a successful new product.

Noble Roman's CEO dishes on growing take-and-bake model

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company has three verticals — nontraditional, grocery take-and-bake and standalone take-and-bake — positioned for future growth.

Retailers offering higher quality pizza, sandwiches to compete with restaurants

January 30, 2013

When the Recession was in full swing, consumers chose grocery stores, warehouse clubs and other retailers over restaurants, seeking out better deals on…

Anthony Bourdain named a featured speaker for NRA Show

January 30, 2013

Anthony Bourdain — best known for his Emmy Award-winning series "No Reservations" and new programs "The Taste" on ABC and "Parts Unknown" on CNN — has been…

Redesigned Loop Pizza Grill opening on Duke's campus

January 30, 2013

The Loop Pizza Grill is one of the few restaurants chosen to open in the Bryan Center on the campus of Duke University in Durham, N.C.

Report: Majority of consumers now use mobile food ordering tools

January 29, 2013

The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) and its Mobile Marketing Center of Excellence, in partnership with Viggle, have released the "Mealtime Goes Mobile…

Catering company ramps up momentum with expanded restaurant network

January 29, 2013

Phoodeez, a Boston-based company that specializes in partnering with those in need of catering with restaurants, has launched its Frequent Phoodeez program and…

Pizza players prep for Super Bowl rush

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Game day is historically the busiest day of the year for pizza operators, who add supplies and staff to keep pace.

Tips on keeping food purchasing costs down

Many of the reasons restaurant costs can flair are by overlooking simple procedures and tests.

Papa John's names new VP of global communications

January 28, 2013

Papa John's International has promoted Steve Higdon to vice president of global communications. In his new position, Higdon is responsible for the company’s…

Domino's stock climbs 28 percent in 2012

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Gas prices experience an uptick for the first time in more than a month.

Breadcrumb launches 'better' iPad POS hardware protection for restaurants

January 25, 2013

Breadcrumb, a division of Groupon, has launched a comprehensive overnight emergency parts replacement service and extended warranty plan for restaurants and…

SPIN! Pizza earns top honors from two publications

January 25, 2013

SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza has been named "best pizza" by Kansas City (Mo.) Magazine and 435 South Magazine in their annual "city's best" issues.

A forgotten key strategy in avoiding menu price increases

Including loss prevention in your strategies to counter higher costs may give you a competitive advantage, and add 3 to 5 percent to the top line.

Little Caesars makes big perception gains in 2012

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The company finishes in the top 5 after taking its marketing message national.