...YOU WANT TO ORDER A PIZZA Scene One: Once Upon a Dinnertime Mary is hanging out with a few friends and her brother. She wants to order pizza tonight, but can’t afford to do so all by herself. She won’t be able to get what she wants unless she can convince all of the others to chip in for pizza, but she has her skills from English class to help her in her mission! Our story begins… Mary: (writes on whiteboard) “Thesis: We should order a couple of pizzas for dinner tonight.” Mary: (looks over at the people watching TV) Guys? What do you think? Chris: Maybe. What do the rest of you… hmm, maybe we’d better wait for a commercial. Well, I’m paying attention. Why pizza? Mary: Uh… hmm. Chris: Also, since when do you have a whiteboard in your living room? Mary: (writes) “Pizza was a regular dinner in my family, growing up. My brother and I were always happy when our parents said, ‘Pizza night!’ Both our parents worked, which meant that there was often no one with much time to cook. They enjoyed the break from cooking, and we all enjoyed the pizza (and the break from washing dishes). We’d only have it once every couple of weeks, though, so we never got tired of it. Basically, pizza is great.” Chris: o_O What was that? Mary: I was showing that pizza is delicious! …And time-saving and stuff! Chris: …Where did you talk about pizza being delicious? I just saw a story. Mary: In the middle! I said we all enjoyed the pizza. Chris: Um. I barely...
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...Pizza is a flatbread generally topped with tomato sauce and cheese and baked in an oven. It is commonly topped with a selection of meats, vegetables and condiments. The term was first recorded in the 10th century, in a Latin manuscript from Gaeta in Central Italy. In 2009, upon Italy's request, Neapolitan pizza was safeguarded in the European Union as a Traditional Speciality Guaranteed dish. The Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana is a non-profit organization founded in 1984 with headquarters in Naples. It promotes and protects the "true Neapolitan pizza". Pizza is sold fresh, frozen or in portions. Various types of ovens are used to cook them and many varieties exist. Several similar dishes are prepared from ingredients commonly used in pizza preparation, such as calzone and stromboli. It is a popular fast food item. Etymology The origin of the word pizza is uncertain. The term "pizza" first appeared "in a Latin text from the southern Italy town of Gaeta in 997 AD, which states that a tenant of certain property is to give the bishop of Gaeta duodecim pizze every Christmas Day, and another twelve every Easter Sunday". Suggested etymologies include: The Ancient Greek word πικτή, "fermented pastry", which in Latin became "picta", and Late Latin pitta > pizza. Compare Greek pita bread and the Apulia and Calabrian pitta. The Ancient Greek word πίσσα, "pitch", or pḗtea, "bran" . The Italian word pizzicare meaning "to pluck", which refers to pizza being plucked quickly...
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...Lou Malnati’s Pizza Radio Advertisement Target Audience for the Advertisement: * Age: Children, teens and adults * Location: Greater Chicago land * Gender: Male * Income level: middle to high income * Marital or family status: single males and families * Interests: sports and food * Values: Old fashioned American family values * Need: Single males looking to enjoy a meal while watching sports with friends or alone and families that desire a comfortable, family-oriented environment for dine-in pizza. Dialog: I still remember the days when Pop and I used to go to Wrigleyville to watch the ballgames. I was always so excited to watch the Chicago Cubs but I was even more excited to go home to my Pop’s Famous Deep Dish Chicago Style Pizza. Nothing has changed over the years, the cubs are still losing the world series and Lou Malanti’s is still the home of the best deep dish pizza, with California vine-ripened tomatoes for the perfect sweet and tangy taste, the fresh mozzarella cheese comes from the same small dairy that has supplied Lou Malnati’s for over 40 years and the family’s secret recipe for flaky, buttery crust has been passed down from generation to generation. My wife Jane and I welcome you to join us at Lou Malnati’s, the Home of the homemade Chicago Style deep-dish pizza. I still remember the days when Pop and I used to go to Wrigleyville to watch the ballgames. I was always so excited to watch the Chicago Cubs but I...
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...Is the Pizza from NYC/LI better than the rest of New York State and the rest of the country? According to most people from this region, the answer would be a resounding, Yes! There are many factors in which LI pizza excels: crust, sauce, cheese, toppings. There are a couple of theories that account for the deliciousness and recognition that LI pizza gets. This pizza has recognition the world over and the picture that people generate when pizza is mentioned, is the New York style pizza. An acclaimed family owned restaurant, “Mama Sbarro’s Pizzeria”, has been hailed by many Long Islanders as having a superior taste that they consider the best. Almost everything about the pizza from this restaurant is said to set it apart. Mama Sbarro’s has been...
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...It seems there aren't many places capable of making delicious and authentic Italian pizza these days. If you do happen to find a decent pizzeria, chances are it'll be pretty pricey. But what if you didn't have to choose between taste and price? For the best of both worlds, check out Marozzi's Pizzeria, High Point, North Carolina's favorite local pizza shop. As a family-owned operation, Marozzi's Pizzeria knows it's not always easy to eat well without putting a hurting on your wallet. That's why they offer great prices daily on all of their menu items. But, if you want to stretch your dollar even further, check out their amazing specials. Looking for something light? Their soup, garlic bread, and a drink will only run you $5.75. Or you can...
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...is convinced that a lot of perfectly good food is discarded daily. Canned goods turn up fairly often in dumpsters and are among the safest foods; however, some canned foods can cause fatal diseases like botulism. Dried foods such as crackers, cookies, cereal, chips, and pasta are usually safe to eat once they are free from visible contaminates. Raw fruits and vegetables are usually safe except for the rotten ones. Confectionery like chocolate and other hard candies are also safe since candying is a method of food preservation. Carbonated beverages tend to be good if they still fizz and alcoholic juice mixes are always appreciated. The author also scavenged pizzas from a dumpster behind a pizza delivery shop. Prepared food was usually not safe, but he retrieved the pizzas immediately after the shop was closed. These extra pizzas were due to prank calls, incorrect orders, or customer rejection and were perfectly good...
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...would also like to thank their parents for supporting and allowing them in putting up this business. They’re also thankful to have such an amazing friends who always got their back and of course, to their very energetic Business Education IV Adviser, Mr. Benigno M. Tindogan for sharing them his knowledge to make this feasibility study become possible. INTRODUCTION “A pizza for one is the pizza for all”. The company’s slogan for the betterment of food industry. The “PIZZARAP” has opened to you the chef d’ oeuvres of Food Company. We would like to introduce to you a traditional westernized taste of food yet with Filipino touch. The pizza will stand and compensate the value by its price. The proponents’ goal is to produce pizza that will surely fit your preference, tastes and favourites. This will let the savour of Pinoy pizza be yours. The “PIZZARAP” a product oriented enterprise, believes to its continuous existence because of its nature of a food entity. The proponents’ vision is, to see everyone eating and enjoying pizza. The proponents’ mission is to give fast and quality product of pizza. The proponents hold the truth that food businesses come in a successful way here in the...
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...created a strong global brand, which had an unprecedented track record of success and customer loyalty over its competitor’s pizza products. This case analysis will examine the company’s initial meteoric growth, leveling performance in recent years while attempting to foreground the challenges faced by Papa John’s and evaluate the strategic options and possible responses to pressures through an evolved product differentiation and growth strategy. Internal/External Environment & Pressures Internally, the company had enjoyed astronomic growth since its inception in the mid 1980s, but began to see the impact of a slowing U.S. and world economy in 2008 that began to put pressures on the company’s year-over-year growth and profitability. The time period referenced in the case indicated that Papa John’s in 2007 had 14.8% market share of the $13.5 billion pizza food service market. Despite showing profits each year on its income statement, the year-over-year growth numbers were nowhere near what they were during two decades of operation. A highly competitive, mature, and saturated pizza market sums up the nature of the external landscape. Given this highly competitive market for pizza service, Papa John’s faced several threats including the following: New Entrants: Given the low fixed cost of entry, it was relatively easy for small, mom-and-pop pizza shops to open up and...
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...Class Pizza Party Justification Report (Student Name) ENG 315 – Professional Communications (Professor Name) (Correct Date) August 11, 2014 Dr. Annabelle Karnes Professor of English Global University 2222 Academic Lane Riverton, VA 98625 August 11, 2014 Sophia Bailey 3456 Student Drive Riverton, VA 98625 Dear Dr. Karnes: I am pleased to present the report you authorized on June 10, 2014, regarding the feasibility of potential pizza options for the upcoming class party. An analysis of both Pop’s Pizza Planet and Scooby’s Pizza Mansion found that, although both alternatives offered delicious options, Scooby’s Pizza Mansion better met our chosen criteria in cost, choices, and delivery time. It is therefore the recommendation that we utilize Scooby’s Pizza Mansion for our upcoming class pizza party. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to research potential party choices. I appreciate your consideration of my recommendation. Should you have any questions regarding this report, please do not hesitate to contact me at (909) 555-5555. Sincerely, Sophia Bailey Enclosure: Justification Report Table of Contents Executive Summary 4 Problem Statement 5 Terminology 5 Report Overview 5 Overview of Alternatives 6 Criteria 6 Research Methods 6 Evaluation of Alternatives 7 Findings and Analysis 7 Recommendation 8 References 9 Executive Summary This report examines the feasibility of two potential pizzeria choices for the upcoming class...
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...JUAN’S DELI Serving great pizza from ours to your! Executive summary Company Profile Juan’s Deli is a classy restaurant serving Filipino inspired taste of pizza, pasta, salad and drinks intended to satisfy the taste of middle class to high class Filipino and Foreigner citizens. Guests are welcomed by the servers with warm smiles and greets, characteristic of Filipino hospitality.. The stylish yet cozy ambience and artistic food presentation are topped with the rich flavors that will make every Filipino proud, and every foreigner’s palate fly back for more. Innovative dishes like pan de sal spaghetti pizza, laing pizza and sisig pizza is a delectable treat for all. Vision * To maintain a profitable operation that will continue our tradition of quality Filipino inspired dining, at a reasonable cost, in a comfortable atmosphere. Mission Juan’s Deli has a mission: * To sell delicious and remarkable Filipino inspired food and drinks. That the food and drinks we sell meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional Filipino styles of cooking. * To ensure that each guest receive prompt, professional, friendly and courteous service. * To maintain a clean, comfortable and well maintained premises for our guest and staffs. * To ensure that all guest and staff are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. To thank each guest for the opportunity to serve them. Objectives ...
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...September 29, 2014 Why Is The Big Green Egg The Go-To Grill You Ask? So you want to purchase a new grill? You go to some local store with half a dozen models to choose from and you get confused. What size should you get? Who makes a reliable and easy to use grill? Do you want charcoal or gas? There are hundreds of questions you can ask, so I am going to try and help you out. In the third century C.E, the Japanese adopted domed cooking vessels from the Chinese Qin Dynasty called “kamados”, which has been translated to mean oven, stone, heater or fireplace. Initially, pots were hung over the fire inside the kamado, and eventually a form of cooking grid was fitted inside for grilling and roasting meats. Now fast forward a bit, during World War II, U.S. servicemen discovered kamados in Japan. They loved cooking in them and shipped them back after the war. The kamados were an unusual but exciting alternative to the barbecue grills of the day, but were soon sold to them due to their great results. When looking to buy a new grill, home cooks should consider the Big Green Egg because this grill seems impervious to weather, its accessory collection surpasses any other, and, most importantly, the flavor you get out of this grill is phenomenal. Home cooks need a grill that is reliable and comfortable. The Big Green Egg is known for its high quality customer service and support. Their home office, based out of Atlanta, GA, has been there since 1974 under the leadership of President...
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...Koelling Edition: 15th ISBN-10: 0132554909 Type: Solutions Manual - The file contains solutions and questions to all chapters and all questions. All the files are carefully checked and accuracy is ensured. ENGINEERING ECONOMY FIFTEENTH EDITION This is a sample chapter Solutions Manual WILLIAM G. SULLIVAN Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University ELIN M. WICKS Wicks and Associates, L.L.P. C. PATRICK KOELLING Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Engineering Economy Sullivan Wicks Koelling 15th Edition Solutions Manual Engineering Economy Sullivan Wicks Koelling 15th Edition Solutions Manual Solutions to Chapter 1 Problems A Note To Instructors: Because of volatile energy prices in today's world, the instructor is encouraged to vary energy prices in affected problems (e.g. the price of a gallon of gasoline) plus and minus 50 percent and ask students to determine whether this range of prices changes the recommendation in the problem. This should make for stimulating inclass discussion of the results. 1-1 Because each pound of CO2 has a penalty of $0.20, Savings = (15 gallons $0.10/gallon) (8 lb)($0.20/lb) = $1.34 If Stan can drive his car for less than $1.34/8 = $0.1675 per mile, he should make the trip. The cost of gasoline only for the trip is (8 miles 25 miles/gallon)($3.00/gallon) = $0.96, but other costs of driving, such as insurance, maintenance, and depreciation, may also influence Stan’s decision. What is the cost...
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...A man walks into a gas station to ask for driving directions. It's clear to the attendant that the man is having trouble articulating his words as he speaks a foreign accent. The attendant listens impatiently and starts to look away, less than a minute later the attendant answers the man in a slow and booming voice; laughing between some words here and there and mockingly impersonating the man's pronunciation and timbre. The man, looking surprised, says thank you and leaves the store. The scene described here illustrates one of many personal observations I've made throughout my life about the influence of language on perception. Misunderstanding and ignorance about cultural differences give rise to a malignant social disease, that those who speak a foreign language e.g. "broken English" are considered to be inferior. It's a well known fact that we feel most comfortable around those who are similar to us, and the way we speak alters the perceptions of those around. It's not just the quality of our speech, but also what we speak. For example,someone who speaks British English with perfect clarity is deemed by many to be more intelligent than the average person, while someone who speaks imperfect Nigerian English is automatically assumed to be ignorant. Both are speaking English, both are able to communicate with each other and the rest of us, so why is it that one is associated with intellectual prowess and the other intellectual fallacy? Part of the answer lies in our social...
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...Aquilano, F. Robert Jacobs McGraw-Hill Higher Education ISBN: 0-07-232315-9 COURSE EVALUATION: Attendance 30% Final Assignment 70% Total 100% Case 1/4 BSB, INC.: The Pizza Wars Come to Campus Renee Kershaw, manager of food services at a medium-sized private university in the Southeast, has just had the wind taken out of her sails. She had decided that, owing to the success of her year-old pizza service, the time had come to expand pizza-making operations on campus. However, yesterday the university president announced plans to begin construction of a student center on campus that would house, among other facilities, a new food court. In a departure from past university policy, this new facility would permit and accommodate food-service operations from three private organizations: Dunkin’ Donuts, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut. Until now, all food service on campus had been contracted out to BSB, Inc. CAMPUS FOOD SERVICE BSB, Inc., is a large, nationally operated food-services company serving client organizations. The level of service provided varies, depending on the type of market being served and the particular contract specifications. The company is organized into three market-oriented divisions: corporate,...
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...the problems the restaurant has currently in different aspects which are: costing, menu, opening hours, staffing kitchen customer service, restaurant décor and atmosphere, competition and management style. 2. Problems and Suggested Actions 2.1 Cost and Menu Current problems: ➢ The menu is too elaborate which contains 15 types of pasta 25 types of pizza and 12 types of desserts. This leads to high costs and wastage of ingredients every day. ➢ The Menu is all written in Italian that confuses customers when ordering food. ➢ From the perspective of some customers, the menu is a bit dated which has been kept the same all the time. Besides, they think the food is comparatively higher than food in similar restaurants. Suggested actions: ➢ Conduct a survey among customers to get feedback about their favorites. According to the survey, simplify the menu and select 8 most popular types of pasta, 15 types of pizza and 6 types of desserts. ➢ Redesign the former Italian version menu with English translation and food pictures beside. ➢ On the basis of original menu, introduce 2 new cotemporary Italian cuisines for pasta, pizza and desserts respectively. Before sold in the restaurant, new cuisines have to been tested for free by a group of loyal customer to see whether it will...
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