Squisito's dives into franchising

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

After more than 12 years, the concept is ready to spread throughout the East Coast.  

Rising food costs: The late night exchange

“Pizza, pizza, pizza! Everyday it’s pizza! I get so tired of the pizza that I eat for free as a benefit of working here. So, with a little ingenuity, our late…

Yum! repurchasing stock to boost earnings

January 27, 2011

The board of directors of Yum! Brands Inc. have given the green light for the repurchase of $750 million of the company's outstanding stock throughout the next…

California Pizza Kitchen to announce 2010 results

January 27, 2011

California Pizza Kitchen Inc. will release its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2010 results after the market closes on Feb. 10.

Fledgling Empire Pizza ready for growth

January 27, 2011

A Watertown, N.Y. staple is the first eating establishment to be purchased by the newly formed Empire Pizza Holdings Inc.

NRA offering POS informational kit

January 26, 2011

In an effort to help its members, and others in the foodservice industry, better understand the complex elements of implementing a point-of-sale system, the…

Big three gear up for the big game

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Pizza chains offer promotions, expect record-breaking orders for the biggest delivery day of the year.

NRA adds to its board of directors

January 24, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has named Desmond Hague to its board of directors.

Gatti's Pizza plans more entertainment centers

January 24, 2011

Austin, Texas-based Gatti's Pizza has announced growth plans that include four new units in two new states. The restaurants will be operated by Food Service…

Famous Brands reports 13.3 percent sales boost

January 24, 2011

Famous Brands Ltd. has reported a staggering 13.3 percent sales growth for December 2010. South African-based Famous Brands has a robust quick-service and fast…

Wheat shatters the $9 mark

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Papa John's stock matches 52-week high.

Montana-based pizza chain expanding

January 23, 2011

MacKenzie River Pizza, a Montana-based chain, is expanding its horizon. The company’s website indicates that two new locations are in the works in Indianapolis…

Topper’s wooing franchisees with new website

January 23, 2011

Canadian-based Topper’s Pizza has launched a fully-interactive website geared toward franchise development. The site features a password-protected virtual…

Domino’s back in the Philippines

January 23, 2011

Domino's Pizza has reopened in the Philippines with a store in City of Makati in the Greater Manila area.

Domino’s UK names new deputy chief

January 20, 2011

Domino’s Pizza UK has named Lance Batchelor as its new deputy chief executive. He will become chief executive officer of the brand when Chris Moore steps down.

Flippers Pizzeria celebrates its first franchise

January 19, 2011

Flippers Pizzeria has reached a company milestone. A new unit in Winter Springs, Fla., is its first franchised location.

Straw Hat spreads its wings

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

President of California-based pizza company discusses big changes for the 52-year-old company.  

Pizza Hut UK taps pension consultant

January 17, 2011

Pizza Hut UK has tapped Mercer to provide de-risking services for the company’s 50 million pound (about $76 million) pension fund.

ParTech’s president passes away

January 17, 2011

Ed Soladay, president of ParTech Inc., PAR Technology Corporation’s largest wholly owned subsidiary, has died unexpectedly.

Average cheese prices jump

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Consumers not experiencing relief at the gas pump, either.