Yum! Brands adds member to board of directors

November 20, 2011

Yum! Brands Inc. has appointed Mirian M. Graddick-Weir, 56, to its board of directors effective Jan. 26, 2012.

Domino's UK introduces new check-in deals

November 20, 2011

Domino's UK has launched two new deals for Foursquare and Facebook Places users.

Pizza Inn opens third Pie Five Pizza Co.

November 20, 2011

Pie Five Pizza Co., the new fast casual concept from Pizza Inn Holdings Inc., has opened its third unit in Dallas. Today, the company will host the grand…

Giordano's sold to private equity group

November 20, 2011

Less than a year after filing for bankruptcy, Chicago staple Giordano's Enterprises Inc. has been sold to VPC Pizza Holdings LLC for $52 million.

Sbarro's bankruptcy exit strategy approved by court

November 17, 2011

Sbarro Inc., along with its domestic subsidiaries, has announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has approved its plan of…

Figaro's Italian Pizza acquiring Nick-N-Willy's chain

November 16, 2011

Salem, Ore.-based Figaro's Italian Pizza Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire the Nick-N-Willy's Pizza franchise, which is owned by World Famous Pizza…

First impressions still count for new customers

by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force

Food is still the biggest driver of a customer's first impression.

Domino's plans to double India units

November 15, 2011

Domino's Pizza opened its 400th store in India this week, with CEO J. Patrick Doyle on hand to mark the milestone.

NRA adds supply chain management to conference series

November 15, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has formed an Executive Study Group to address the many issues surrounding supply chain management.

Happy's Pizza's Coats for Kids program returns

November 15, 2011

Detroit-based Happy's Pizza has partnered with Greater Grace Temple for its annual "Happy's Coat's for Kids" winter coat giveaway. The event is Nov. 26 and…

Pork toppings surge in the past year

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Technomic research shows a 7 percent increase in pork selections in past 12 months.

What’s in a Brand?

by Ed Zimmerman — President, pizza.com

The pizza industry is so focused on coupons, promotions and LTO's that we drive consumers to look for more for less.

Domino's kicks off 8th annual St. Jude's fundraiser

November 14, 2011

Domino's Pizza has kicked off its 8th annual Thanks and Giving campaign to raise money for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

The HR Takeaway From The 99%

by Nate DaPore — President and CEO, PeopleMatter

Occupy movement has been smart to leverage social media, make their members feel like part of a team and reward and recognize their efforts.

Weak dollar drives up wheat prices

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Pizza Inn, Papa John's hit new 52-week highs.

One is the loneliest number

Having a lone employee on a late night shift raises the risk of robbery and employee theft.

Restaurants recruiting more veterans with franchise discounts

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Operations-based business model is a good fit for those with military backgrounds.

Giveaway promotions abound for veterans

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 10, 2011

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 75 percent of Americans say they would be more likely to choose a restaurant that…

Papa John's U.S. drops Coke for Pepsi

November 10, 2011

PepsiCo Inc. will soon be the exclusive drink of choice at Papa John's International's U.S. restaurants, winning the distribution account from rival Coca-Cola…

Pizza Inn's Pie Five concept helps drive big Q1 profit

November 9, 2011

Pizza Inn Holdings Inc. has announced results for the first fiscal quarter of 2012, ended Sept. 25, 2011.