Council of Chain Restaurants names new director

March 2, 2011

The National Council of Chain Restaurants (NCCR), a division of the National Retail Federation (NRF), has appointed Rob Green as its new executive director. A…

Yum! Brands sets conference schedule

March 2, 2011

Louisville, Ky.-based Yum! Brands, parent company of Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC, will present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Consumer Conference March…

Domino’s caps off a big 2010

March 1, 2011

Set in motion by a complete recipe overhaul and a corresponding marketing campaign, Domino’s Pizza Inc.’s results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2010…

Famous Famiglia tapped as Six Flags pizza partner

March 1, 2011

New York City’s Famous Famiglia has been chosen by Six Flags Entertainment Corporation to be the theme park’s “Official Pizza.” The three-year deal, which…

CEC Entertainment marketing VP announces retirement

February 28, 2011

Richard T. Huston, CEC Entertainment Inc.’s executive vice president, marketing and entertainment, has announced his intention to retire from the company later…

Papa John’s promotes new CFO

February 28, 2011

David Flanery, Papa John's International Inc.’s chief financial officer, has announced his intention to retire in May after serving 16 years with the company.

Three critical mistakes in managing a social media crisis

By Sue Reninger

Gas prices jump nearly 20 cents in a week

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Wheat prices ease a bit.

CiCi’s inks Texas-sized deal

February 27, 2011

Texas-based CiCi’s Pizza has signed agreements for 16 new units throughout the next five years in the Houston and San Antonio markets.

Pizza Patrón expanding QSP model

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Chain preps for throwback 25th anniversary promotion.

Domino’s names EVP of international, board member

February 24, 2011

Domino's Pizza has named Richard (Ritch) Allison as executive vice president of international, effective March 14. Allison succeeds Michael T. Lawton, who was…

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria opens fourth Nevada unit

February 24, 2011

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria has opened its fourth Nevada location in Las Vegas.

CEC Entertainment Q4 net drops

February 24, 2011

CEC Entertainment Inc., parent company of Chuck E. Cheese’s, has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter ended Jan. 2.

Ireland’s Four Star Pizza rescued by hotelier

February 22, 2011

Four Star Pizza, which is owned by Zowington and has locations throughout Ireland, has been bought by Gonville Ltd. after struggling with creditors since last…

Domino’s Pizza sets 4Q earnings webcast

February 22, 2011

Ann Arbor, Mich.-baesd Domino's Pizza Inc. will hold its fourth quarter 2010 earnings conference call at 11 a.m. Eastern time March 1.

Papa John’s revenues up from 2009

February 22, 2011

Papa John’s International Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Ky., has reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2010 results, including 21 percent franchise…

Papa Murphy’s earns another franchising honor

February 22, 2011

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza has been named to Franchise Business Review’s list of top food franchises for 2011. The spot was earned based on high…

Villa Enterprises sticks to family tradition

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Company's 47 years of slow, meticulous growth has yielded financial strength, brand innovation and a diverse portfolio.  

Papa John’s adds to the board

February 21, 2011

Mark S. Shapiro has been appointed to the Papa John’s International Inc. board of directors.

Pizza Hut franchisee reports strong 2010 results

February 21, 2011

NPC International Inc., the world’s largest Pizza Hut franchisee with 1,136 restaurants and delivery units in 28 states, has reported results for its fourth…