NAPICS kicks off in Columbus, Ohio

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Green, gluten-free among focuses of annual show.

Giordano’s files for bankruptcy

February 17, 2011

Giordano’s, which claims itself to be the world’s most famous stuffed pizza, has filed for Chapter 11 protection in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Chicago, where the…

Canada’s Pizza Pizza posts 2010 results

February 17, 2011

Pizza Pizza Royalty Income Fund, headquartered in Toronto, announced its fourth quarter and 2010 results ended Dec. 31.

Brazil Fast Food 2010 sales up 12 percent

February 16, 2011

Brazil Fast Food Corp., which operates almost 800 Yum! Brands units in Brazil, including KFC and Pizza Hut São Paulo, announced financial results for the…

Domino’s UK eyes nontraditional locations

February 15, 2011

After a huge 2010 that featured a nearly-20-percent sales lift, Domino’s Pizza UK and Ireland is embarking upon a nontraditional expansion path.

Papa John’s plans 40-unit growth in Russia

February 15, 2011

A St. Petersburg, Russia-area developer of Papa John’s pizza, WorldWide Papa’s, plans to expand the brand in the region by 40 units in three years.

Pizza Patrón spreads to San Diego

February 14, 2011

Pizza De la Comunidad LLC has opened its first of 11 Pizza Patrón locations in the San Diego Market. The new unit is in the Escondido area.

Gatti’s Pizza returns to El Paso

February 14, 2011

Foodservice Management Systems (FMS) opened a new GattiTown this week in El Paso, Texas. This marks the return of Gatti’s Pizza to the market for the first…

Domino’s UK drops ‘Talent’ sponsorship

February 14, 2011

The reality television show that launched Susan Boyle’s career has lost one of its major sponsors. Domino’s Pizza U.K. pulled its name from Britain’s Got…

No wheat relief in sight

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Most pizza stocks continue to rise.

Women make restaurant ownership gains

February 13, 2011

New research from the National Restaurant Association shows that nearly 50 percent of restaurants are now owned by women.

Domino's Pizza refranchises 26 Minneapolis units

February 13, 2011

Domino's Pizza has refranchised 26 company-owned stores in the Minneapolis market to franchisee Bill Graves' Ultimate Challenge LLC. With the acquisition…

Corn at center of price increases

By Steve Coomes

Excessive exposure results in sunburn, frostbite, violent robbery

Exposure to the elements for any length of time can lead to devastating consequences. Skin unprotected from the sun may result in serious sunburn.  With…

California Pizza Kitchen delivers year-end results

February 10, 2011

California Pizza Kitchen Inc. reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2010 ending Jan. 2, 2011.

Canada's Boston Pizza reports record earnings

February 10, 2011

Richmond, British Columbia-based Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund and Boston Pizza International Inc. each reported financial results for the fourth quarter…

CEC Entertainment announces earnings call

February 10, 2011

CEC Entertainment Inc. will host a conference call with investors Feb. 24 to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and year end Jan. 2, 2011. 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…

Pizza Inn reports 2Q results

February 9, 2011

Pizza Inn Inc.’s revenue increased slightly in the second quarter of fiscal year 2011, ended Dec. 26, compared to the same period a year ago.