Embracing AI without killing the restaurant budget

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Leaders from Five Guys, BurgerFi, Papa Johns and Primanti Bros. shared how their brands are embracing AI without breaking the bank in a Fast Casual Executive…

Webinar to explore multi-unit franchising

November 20, 2023

The upcoming webinar, "Mastering Multi-Unit Franchise Success: Insights from a Seasoned Operator," scheduled for Dec. 5, 2023, at 2 p.m. EST, promises to be a…

Little Caesars tops crust with Crazy Bread topping

November 20, 2023

Little Caesars is reintroducing its Stuffed Crust pizza — but this time the brand is touting its Stuffed Crazy Crust Pizza. The pizza has the stuffed crust…

Radar delivering full-stack geofencing, mapping functionalities

November 20, 2023

Radar, a provider of geofencing, has unveiled Radar Maps Platform, featuring vector base maps as well as a suite of geocoding, search and routing APIs…

How to Motivate Franchise Operators to Follow Standardized Processes

Consistency is key to franchise success. Ensuring franchisees follow standardized procedures is key to maintaining that consistency.

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Authentic experiences: How your brand can reach Gen Z for success and customer loyalty

by Daniel Brown — Editor, Networld Media Group

The APC Gen Z study found that Gen Z has five top demands from businesses and brands: 1. Authenticity. 2. PhysiDigital. 3. Experiential. 4. Custom. 5.

Donatos Pizza inks deals for Louisville, Orlando

November 17, 2023

Donatos Pizza has announced two development deals for Louisville, Kentucky and Orlando, Florida, according to a press release.

Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse to open location in Pharr, Texas

November 17, 2023

Texas-based Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse will open Nov. 21 in the Pharr Town Center in Pharr, Texas, according to a press release.

Red's Savoy Pizza opens 1st location in Iowa

November 17, 2023

Red Savoy's Pizza has opened its first location in Iowa. The franchised unit is located at 203 Pierce Street in Sioux City, according to a press release.

Papa Johns, Donna Kelce team up for bundle offering

November 16, 2023

Donna Kelce, mother to NFL football players, has created a Papa Johns bundle deal that celebrates both her sons — Travis Kelce with the Kansas City Chiefs and…

Pizza Factory brings on Jackie Smith as VP of marketing

November 16, 2023

Pizza Factory has hired Jackie Smith as the brand's VP of marketing, according to a press release.

Papa Johns senior VP of development talks growth, sales increases

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Papa Johns new store openings have been the best the brand has experienced in the past five years. Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to the company's new SVP of…

Pizza Guys eyes Texas for major expansion

November 15, 2023

California-based Pizza Guys intends to open nearly 150 restaurants in Texas, according to a press release.

Pieology gets nutty with Dessert Pizza made with Nutella

November 15, 2023

Pieology has introduced the Dessert Pizza made with Nutella to its menu, according to a press release.

Gen Z sipping on craft beverages, less alcohol

November 15, 2023

Gen Z, which is made up of people between the ages of 11 and 26, is the largest and most diverse generation with a spending power of $360 billion and craves…

Restaurants in 2024: A Data-Driven Outlook

Watch as we dive into visitation patterns to see which chains are staying ahead, and which strategies will drive success during the holiday season and into…

Buddy's Pizza on the rise of Detroit-style in the pizza industry

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

We talked to Buddy's new CEO, Chris Tussing, to learn the history of Detroit-style pizza and what's making the style so popular in this episode of the Pizza…

Donatos Pizza poised to open more than 150 locations next year

November 14, 2023

Donatos Pizza has opened more than 30 locations this year, including five traditional stores and 26 strategic partnerships, bringing the brand's store count to…

Pizza Hut releases seasoning set

November 13, 2023

Pizza Hut has partnered with Chain to offer the Collectible Seasoning Duet Box Set. The collaboration features two spice blends and a limited-edition shaker…

Peter Piper Pizza offers deal for National Tongue Twister Day

November 13, 2023

Peter Piper Pizza is celebrating Tongue Twister Day with a week of challenges for guests. Through Nov. 19, guests who attempt the tongue twister in English…