Abstract
This paper provides a business proposal in the form of a letter; "As someone who is always looking for a high-return, quick-turnaround investment, you will be interested to hear about a promising business opportunity I have launched. With the $75,000 I won in the lottery, I am opening a casual restaurant called Fred's Breads. As a lifelong chef and baker, I mean to create Canada's first combination bakery-casual restaurant. Over the past year, casual dining in Canada grew by 7.6%, almost twice as fast as the industry as a whole. Meanwhile, thanks to leaps in productivity, bread and bakery revenues are growing at 8.5% a year thanks to new baking equipment. "

From the Paper
"Dear Alfred Re: Equity partnership in Fred's Breads, Inc. As someone who is always looking for a high-return, quick-turnaround investment, you will be interested to hear about a promising business opportunity I have launched."

Tags:business, proposal, investment

Abstract
This paper presents the mission statement of California Pizza Kitchen and relates how the company has built the organizational culture to achieve its goals of leadership in the casual dining industry. Training and supervision of personnel and innovative and creative products, the author explains, have led to exceptional customer loyalty and high brand awareness, resulting in large returns for the stockholders. The paper recommends that, to maintain its position in this competitive industry, the company should make technological improvements to strengthen its internal operations and thus customer service.

Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Introduction
Critical Evaluation
Recommendations
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The company's mission has been formulated as maintaining the leadership position in the industry by increasing market share by expanding the restaurant base in new and existing markets. This expansion strategy is leveraged by partnerships in non-traditional and retail channels and offering innovative menu items. The company has also developed other concepts such as the CPK/ASAP which, in contrast with the concept of the full service restaurant, caters to a fast casual dining experience. The value proposition is based upon creating a new category of pizza called the premium pizza."

Tags:differentiation, premium pizza, value proposition, exhibition style, geographic expansion

Abstract
This paper analyzes the interrelated topics of data warehousing and datamining. The author begins by defining the terms, then giving a brief overview of how and why the two concepts emerged. The author then discusses some of the issues involved when implementing a data warehousing/datamining application. Then, the author launches into a description of datamining and why it is an essential aspect of data warehousing. After a discussion of why an implementation is difficult and why man fail, the author then assesses how the two concepts may be of interest to those in the food service industries. The author closes the piece by discussing the case of Pizzeria Uno, a casual dining franchise which became more profitable from data warehousing and datamining.

Abstract
The paper analyzes Applebee's International, Inc., America's largest casual dining restaurant chain in terms of size and sales. The paper discusses how Applebee's has improved its menu by teaming with Weight Watchers International and offering Weight Watchers selections. The paper explores how, under the leadership of Lloyd L. Hill, who became chief executive officer in 1998, the company has posted positive net earnings, despite a fluctuating growth trend in total operating revenues in the past ten years. The paper concludes that, with over 1,800 restaurants nationwide and consistently good revenues, Applebee's is considered an industry leader.

Outline:
Abstract
Executive Summary of the Company:
History
Mission and Goals
Core Beliefs
Financials
Civic and Community Interaction
Executives and Officers:
Board of Directors
Products/Market Segments
Legal Entanglements
Executive Summary of the Executive
Personal
Career Path
Civic Involvement/Awards
Evaluation of the Company:
Glossary
Appendix
References

From the Paper
"The company's mission is to make Applebee's part of American culture, next only to work and home; creating a neighborhood feel in its restaurants is a move towards this goal (Annual report, 2004). Its primary objective is to provide "moderately-priced, high-quality food and beverage items, table service and a comfortable atmosphere that appeals to all ages" (Company overview, n.d.). According to CEO Lloyd Hill, the company's goal is to increase the number of restaurants to 3,000 in the future at an average rate of seven to eight percent a year, starting in 2005 (Roberts, 2004)."

Tags:profitable, expansion, opportunities, employee, management, law, suit

Abstract
This paper will assess and analyze how 'Applebee's International' develops, franchises and operates casual dining restaurants in 49 states and eight countries under the Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar brand.The author will assess the earnings and success of this listed company according to the valuation of Applebees Stock , Peer Competitor Analysis, a comparison to Sector as a Whole and a Comparative Fundamental Analysis.

From the paper:

"I believe that Applebees management has passed the test as far as this is concerned and Applebees has a solid foundation. I would expect Applebees growth to continue in the current trend of just over 1%. I would conservatively predict a target price one year from now of $35.00. I would not be surprised if it hit $36.00 or $37.00. Applebees is not a get rich quick stock, but I would definitely add it to a balanced long-term growth portfolio".

Tags:nasdaq

Abstract
This is a biography and analysis of the American artist Jim Dine. In this paper, the biography of Dine is presented in relation to specific paintings and styles that influenced Dine's artistic production during the 1960s and 1970s. The essay also discusses Dine's methods and tools for painting, and compares Dine's art with his personal life.

Tags:jim, dine

Abstract
This paper discusses Dine cosmology and how it is structured. It describes Dine as a homology and shows how Dine holds that all elements derive from a common source. The paper discusses the roles of baskets, hooghans and textiles and then shows how they represent universal structures, elements, colors, numbers, shapes and forms within Dine belief.

From the Paper
"Without the strict binaries that characterize the cosmologies of other cultures, the Dine propose a more integrated vision of the universe. The breath of life permeates everything, and life is cyclical and eternal. Death means only a transition from one phase of life or one form of life to another. Upon death, the same basic elements of creation continue to characterize life and that individual. The number four is structural and represents not only the four elements of moisture, air, substance and heat but also the four cardinal directions and the movement of the sun throughout the year. Directionality and the compas points denote the sacred geography that characterizes the Navajoland and Dine cosmos. As a result, the hooghan is constructed with four main structural poles. Each pole corresponds to a direction with the entrance of the house always in the east. The poles create special sections within the hooghan that are also linked to sacred geography and directionality. A fifth pole flanks the doorway, demarcating the presence of the fifth element."

Tags:hooghan, elements, creation

Abstract
This paper addresses Lilia's character in the short story "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine" by Jhumpa Lahiri. This story illustrates an environment in which a young and inexperienced girl - the character of Lilia - is suddenly confronted with a host of information about the conditions of life beyond her sheltered suburban environment. Through examining the events of the story, it can be seen that Lilia's character is not truly changed in some fundamental way through her encounter with Mr. Pirzada.

Tags:LITERATURE / AMERICAN LITERATURE, examining the character

Abstract
This paper examines the theory of that all resources are finite. The author points out that key to the concepts underlining the study of microeconomics are the laws of supply and demand. The paper stresses that the laws of supply and demand are very much in evidence in the restaurant industry. The author relates that one beneficiary of the economic downturn are fast food restaurants, especially among the market segment with the least inclination for cooking or interest in health, predominantly male, age 18 to 29.

From the Paper
"The prices of substitute goods also affect supply and demand. If Dunkin' Doughnuts cuts the price of its coffee and breakfast sandwiches, discount merchandiser McDonald's may see a decrease in sales of its coffee and Egg McMuffins, but not in its sodas and hamburgers, because these are not substitute good for breakfast beverages and foods. Changes in the price of complementary goods--gas and large vehicles being an obvious example, will also affect supply and demand, as the price of gas goes up, demand for gas guzzling-vehicles will decrease."

Tags:finite, consumption patterns, shift gas, casual dining

Abstract
This paper introduces the idea of a new restaurant, called "Fatbacks", which is supposed to be similar in style to the Hooter's restaurant. The paper outlines a business plan, which highlights the products and services the restaurant will provide, presents a market analysis and a marketing plan, and provides financial data and a look at management and personnel organization.

From the Paper
"Fatbacks is a themed "neighborhood place" restaurant in he manner of Hooters. Like Hooters, it will capitalize on the charms of waitresses dressed in beach attire. Rather than featuring tight t-shirts with plunging necklines, however, the uniform will include ultra-short mini-shorts, emblazoned with the Fatbacks logo on the derriere. It is planned as an initial location; franchising is envisioned as the brand name takes hold."

Tags:casual, dining, menu, seafood, sandwiches, salads, signature, spareribs, eating, drinking, food, dollars