Riko's Pizza combines proprietary recipes with a strong spirit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Eight-unit Riko's Pizza is the brain child of founders Rico Imbrogno and Luigi Cardillo. The Connecticut pizza concept plans to open another three to four…

POS systems at heart of restaurants, but avoid these common mistakes

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In the dynamic world of the restaurant industry, staying competitive and efficient is vital for success. With the rapid advancement of technology, modern point…

Dewey's Pizza's focuses on values, tight operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Dewey's Pizza operates 25 stores as far west as Kansas City. The brand has tight operations and an eye on its values to make it a success.

NYC’s Williamsburg Pizza builds following in Omaha, Nebraska

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Williamsburg Pizza has five locations in New York, and the brand recently opened its first restaurant in Omaha, Nebraska. Co-founder Aaron McCann says the…

Slice House by Tony Gemignani a 'slice' of heaven

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Renowned pizzaiolo Tony Gemignani has launched franchising for his Slice House by Tony Gemignani brand. With eight open and 34 in development, the company is…

Pizza survey shows what customers want from their favorite pizzerias

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In a survey of 403 people, 100% said they had ordered pizza, either for delivery by pick up. No longer are customers using the telephone to place their orders.

2nd annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to aid pizzeria operators with busy schedules

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit, hosted by Pizza Marketplace and PDQ Signature Systems, offers pizzeria owners and operators learning opportunities from…

Mattenga’s Pizzeria grows to 6 units with tight operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Mattenga's is a six-unit brand in Texas. It opened four units last year alone, and co-owner Hengam Stanfield credits her managers for running tight ships when…

Marco's Pizza's chief development officer offers unique perspective with real estate background

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Gerardo Flores is chief development officer for Marco's Pizza. With a background in real estate, Flores brings a unique perspective to the quickly growing…

Hungry Howie's franchisee credits his people for success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Hungry Howie's franchisee David Plait owns 21 Hungry Howie's locations and says helping his employees succeed also helps his own businesses.

Parlour fits niche in region lacking craft concepts

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Parlour, a five-unit concept in the Louisville, Kentucky, area, fills a niche for craft pizza, beer and cocktails. The brand will begin franchising this summer.

Webinar: How to level up your people strategy in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

June 2, 2023

Restaurants are still touting hiring and retention as their biggest headaches. In a free webinar titled "Three Steps to Level Up Your People Strategy…

Papa Johns franchisee becomes mogul in his own franchise

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Nadeem Bajwa began his Papa Johns career as a delivery driver. Today, he owns 192 franchises and has his sights set on 500.

Technology more intuitive, cost efficient than ever

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Technology reigned at the 2023 National Restaurant Association's annual show.

Free webinar to offer tips for recruitment, retention

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

May 23, 2023

Ask any restaurateur what their number one issue in- house is and they're likely to say recruitment and retention. Though more restaurant roles are being…

Palo Mesa Pizza brings Neapolitan, Roman, traditional pies to California's Central Coast

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Palo Mesa Pizza fuels the pizza needs of California's Central Coast. The five-unit brand offers traditional pizza, but also Neapolitan and Roman-style.

Loyalty programs help increase restaurant's bottom line

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Loyalty programs have become bigger, better and more intuitive than ever. Rewards programs help a guest feel wanted and special, encourage repeat visits and…

Italian Disco marries old-school fare with modern flair

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Baltimore's Italian Disco pairs old-school Italian fare with modern cultural flair that makes it a standout on a crowded food scene. With a stellar pizza…

WOWorks, Shipley Do-Nuts, Noodles & Company execs say loyalty programs a must-have

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Panelists Blake Johnson, VP of marketing for Craveworthy Brands, Donna Josephson, CMO of Shiply Do-Nuts, Mark Kreiner, VP of marketing for WOWorks and Stacy…

Lena's Wood-fired Pizza & Tap prides itself on team members, food quality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Lena's Wood-fired Pizza & Tap is run by team members who feel like family to its owners. The Alexandria, Virginia-based pizzeria opened in 2017 and has kept…