PizzaForno expands in Michigan with 40-unit pizza vending machine deal

November 5, 2024

PizzaForno, a 24/7 automated pizzeria, has inked a 40-unit development deal with Forno Brothers LLC, according to a press release. This expansion will bring…

Little Caesars to open in Cambodia

November 5, 2024

Little Caesars will open its doors in Cambodia on Nov. 10 with a grand opening celebration, according to a press release.

Former CKE, Papa Johns exec leading Tropical Smoothie Cafe

November 5, 2024

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has hired Max Wetzel, the former CKE Restaurants Holdings CEO and Papa Johns COO, as its CEO. He succeeds Charles Watson, who is leaving…

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom offers free entrees to veterans on Nov. 11

November 1, 2024

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom will offer veterans a complimentary entrée from an exclusive menu on Veteran's Day, Nov. 11, according to a press release.

Snappy's 2nd act: Pizza chain reinvents itself for the future

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Snappy is under new ownership who is moving the company forward in both operations and franchising.

How PDQ Chicken Brings Back 50% of Unhappy Guests

PDQ Chicken, a fast-casual chain, faced challenges managing guest feedback for its 50+ locations, especially with off-premise business comprising 80% of sales.

Presented by Ovation Up, Inc.

Marco's Pizza continues Boise, Idaho expansion

October 31, 2024

Marco's Pizza has launched a store on Fairview Avenue in Boise, continuing its rapid Boise expansion, according to a press release.

Former Domino's exec trades pizza for 'Noodles'

October 31, 2024

Noodles & Co has hired former Domino's executive Stephen Kennedy as EVP of marketing to lead strategy and customer growth initiatives. "Stephen is a…

Checkmate raises $10M in Series B funding led by Tiger Global

October 30, 2024

Checkmate, a leading provider of unified ordering solutions for enterprise restaurants has secured $10 million in Series B funding, led by Tiger Global. The…

How catering is increasing sales, actionable growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In a webinar sponsored by Checkmate, three experts look at how catering is increasing sales, trending upwards in its category and building its own business.

Trends Study: Limited Time Offers on Drinks Transform Campus Dining into Student Satisfaction Powerhouse

Recent campus dining trends reports show that beverage LTOs are empowering student satisfaction, on-campus engagement and the development of strong campus…

Toppers Pizza to expand in Nebraska

October 28, 2024

Toppers Pizza is set to expand its presence in Nebraska. Franchisees Ross Lerner and Lori Irvin recently acquired four existing Toppers Pizza locations — two…

Timber Pizza Company to open 3rd location

October 25, 2024

Timber Pizza Company is opening its third traditional brick-and-mortar location, a franchised unit, in McLean, Virginia, this November, according to a press…

Stoner's Pizza Joint opens 50th pizzeria nationwide

October 24, 2024

Stoner's Pizza Joint recently opened its 50th restaurant, which is located in San Marcos, Texas. Stoner's has opened 16 locations since January and is on track…

Via 313 opens 2nd Denver-area pizzeria

October 24, 2024

Via 313 will open a second location in the Denver suburb of Littleton in late October.

Little Caesars aims to score big as NFL pizza sponsor

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Little Caesars has signed on as the Official Pizza Sponsor of the NFL. The partnership awards the Detroit-based pizza brand plenty of exposure and builds…

How Taziki's Mediterranean Café Skyrocketed Survey Volume - Ovation Case Study

Taziki’s Mediterranean Café, known for its made-to-order Mediterranean cuisine, has achieved significant success through its partnership with Ovation. Taziki’s…

Presented by Ovation Up, Inc.

QSRNext session delves into QSR delivery

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

A #QSRNext session will explore innovative delivery strategies and the cutting-edge technology making it happen.

Little Caesars partners with Call of Duty gaming franchise

October 23, 2024

Little Caesars is once again partnering with the Call of Duty gaming franchise, according to a press release.

The $70 Billion Opportunity: Actionable Strategies For Catering Growth

With the U.S. catering market hovering around $70B and more companies returning to the office, restaurants are more focused than ever on ways to scale their…