LaRosa's to turn brewery location into taphouse

December 19, 2025

Cincinnati-based LaRosa's Mount Washington, Ohio, pizzeria is expanding and moving into a former brewery space. The restaurant will re-open as LaRosa's…

Pizza Marketplace’s 'Brands to Watch 2026' released

December 19, 2025

The report lists 25 pizzerias doing great things as we go into the new year.

Mountain Mike’s names Sumi Gosh as president, COO

December 19, 2025

Mountain Mike's Pizza has named Sumi Gosh president and COO. Sumi brings more than 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry, including over 12 years…

Pizza Brands to Watch in 2026

Dominating the landscape is a shift toward “experiential” and “fusion” dining, where classic pepperoni is being challenged by global flavors like…

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Pizza Inn opens 3 stores in 3 weeks

December 18, 2025

Pizza Inn is closing out the year with three restaurants in three weeks, according to a press release.

Against the grain: State of Mind Public House differentiates with California style, craft, culture

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With 23 years of experience, Lars Smith launched State of Mind Public House, a family-owned Bay Area pizzeria with three locations that differentiates itself…

Giordano's celebrates Chicago sports with LTO pizza honoring 1985 champs

December 18, 2025

Chicago-based Giordano's is commemorating the 40th anniversary of the city's 1985 football season with the launch of Da Pizza. The limited-edition pie is…

California Pizza Kitchen to be acquired by Consortium Brand Partners

December 17, 2025

California Pizza Kitchen will be acquired by Consortium Brand Partners, a consumer brand investment platform, together with Eldridge Industries, Aurify Brands…

Frank Pepe Pizzeria releases Original Tomato Pie - Frank’s Way to celebrate founder

December 17, 2025

New Haven, Connecticut-based Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana has released its winter special, the Original Tomato Pie — Frank's Way, paying homage to founder…

Kraft Heinz hires Steve Cahillane as CEO

December 16, 2025

Kraft Heinz has chosen Steve Cahillane, former Kellanoa chief, as CEO come Jan. 1, 2026.

Homegrown Tap & Dough to open in Castle Rock, Colorado

December 16, 2025

Homegrown Tap & Dough, a Gastamo Group property, will open in Castle Rock, Colorado, Dec. 26 The restaurant marks Homegrown's sixth location and Gastamo…

Blaze Pizza partners with Bikky to unify guest insights

December 16, 2025

Blaze Pizza, the fast-casual chain known for its quick-fire artisanal pizzas, has partnered with customer data platform Bikky to unify its guest insights and…

Inside the Founder shift: What 2025 sparked and why 2026 is ready to ignite

In our final Founderology podcast episode of the year, Cherryh and I sat down to reflect on the moments that mattered, the shifts that shaped us and the…

The Retail Nomad explores the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show

Nick Harbaugh (aka "The Retail Nomad") takes viewers inside the recent Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show in Tampa.

Jet's Pizza marks over 10M AI purchases

December 15, 2025

Detroit-style pizza brand Jet's Pizza has surpassed 10 million AI orders, equating to more than $250 million in AI sales. The brand used SMS ordering program…

Little Caesars makes key leadership promotions

December 15, 2025

Little Caesars has promoted longtime CEO Dave Scrivano to vice chairman of Little Caesars, according to a press release.

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream continues Southeast expansion with Arizona restaurant

December 12, 2025

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream will open in Tucson in early 2026. It's the brand's first entry into the market, according to a press release.

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Jet’s Pizza Marks Major Milestone: Over 10 Million AI Purchases Powered by OrderAI by HungerRush

The family-owned enterprise pizza chain began integrated AI ordering at the end of 2019

National Restaurant Association seeks solutions to penny shortage

December 11, 2025

The National Restaurant Association is seeking solutions to the national penny shortage. The shortage means operators can't order pennies from their local…