Blue Moon Pizza ready to take center stage

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, chats with Jordan Krolick, president of…

&pizza gets first franchisee with sale of 3 restaurants

June 18, 2025

Just two months after &pizza announced it was franchising, the brand has its first franchisee, I Will Pizza. I Will Pizza has acquired three of…

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria named Julie Younglove-Webb CEO

June 18, 2025

Lou Malnati's has named former Auntie Anne's SVP and Chief Brand Officer Julie Younglove-Webb as its CEO, according to a press release.

6 key trends shaping the future of commerce in 2025

June 17, 2025

To meet evolving consumer expectations, retailers and restaurants must prioritize convenience and personalization, according to the 2025 Commerce Experience…

Yum Brands promotes Chris Turner to CEO

June 17, 2025

Yum Brands has promoted its chief financial and franchise officer to CEO effective Oct. 1, 2025, according to a press release.

Hunt Brothers Pizza releases BBQ Chicken Pizza LTO

June 17, 2025

Hunt Brothers Pizza has released its latest LTO, the BBQ Chicken Pizza. It's available while supplies last, according to a press release.

Timber Pizza Co. opens first South Carolina location

June 17, 2025

Timber Pizza Co. has opened its first South Carolina location in downtown Charleston's East Central District. It's the brand's first in the state, second in…

Little Caesars teams up with Marvel Studios for pizza release

June 17, 2025

Little Caesars has teamed up with Marvel Studios to create the Fantastic Four-N-One Pizza to celebrate the release of "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," in…

From Teen Entrepreneur to Hospitality Powerhouse - Daniella Senior’s Mission to Scale the Colada Shop

This week on Founderology, I sat down with powerhouse entrepreneur Daniella Senior — the Founder and CEO of Colada Shop, Bresca, Serenata and Zumo. You’ll hear…

Kraft Heinz eliminating artificial colors from US products

June 17, 2025

The Kraft Heinz Company will remove all food, drug and cosmetic colors from its U.S. product portfolio by the end of 2027. Effective immediately, the company…

Reducing indirect vendor overcharges for restaurants

by Larry Levine — Expense Reduction Consultant, P3 Cost Analysts

Restaurant operators face financial pressure from various costs and declining customer visits, with many overlooking potential savings in "fixed costs" like…

LaRosa's names Megan Torbeck marketing VP

June 16, 2025

Cincinnati, Ohio-based pizzeria chain LaRosa's has named Megan Torbeck as vice president of marketing. Torbeck replaces Pete Buscani. In her new role, she will…

#QSRNext to feature advice from Wienerschnitzel's, Sbarro, Taco John's

June 16, 2025

Quick-service restaurant operators seeking to navigate the evolving industry landscape will gain critical insights into technology, operations, marketing and…

Donatos taps Appetronix for first fully automated pizza kitchen

June 13, 2025

Donatos Pizza has tapped Appetronix, a foodtech company specializing in the development and design of autonomous robotic solutions for commercial restaurant…

Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, Pepper Lunch CEO

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

Troy Hooper, CEO of Pepper Lunch, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at Fast Casual Executive Summit…

Pizza Guys opens in Palo Alto, California

June 12, 2025

Pizza Guys has opened in Palo Alto, California, according to a press release.

Papa Johns launches Croissant Pizza

June 12, 2025

Papa Johns has released its first-ever Croissant Pizza, pairing the delicate, flaky texture of a buttery croissant with the bold flavors of its pizza…

Pizza gets a glow-up: Ditch mozzarella for these flavor-packed cheeses

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

As diners develop more adventurous palates, mozzarella may be losing its monopoly as the go-to pizza cheese. This guide explores six non-traditional cheeses …

Palmer Digital Group's battery operated kiosk helps retail stores advertise

Mandy Detwiler, editor of QRweb and Pizza Marketplace, chats with Chuck Lewis, vice president of Palmer Digital Group about the brand's battery-operated indoor…

Presented by Palmer Digital Group

proXES Inc. showcases universal mixers, offers supplies to the restaurant industry

proXES Inc. showcased its universal mixers at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago. proXES Inc. offers a wide variety of kitchen equipment and…

Presented by ProXES, Inc.