Timber Pizza Co. lead by 'dream team' both in leadership, culinary design

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Timber Pizza Co. was founded by tech execs turned pizza lovers, expanding to six units. The CEO focuses on franchising, venturing beyond mom-and-pop to a…

Fast Casual reveals 2025 '20 Brands to Watch'

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

January 23, 2025

FastCasual's fifth annual report, "20 Brands to Watch," reveals the industry's up-and-coming leaders.

Blaze Pizza sparks interest with Spicy Hot Chicken Pickle Pizza

January 23, 2025

Blaze Pizza has launched a Spicy Hot Chicken Pickle Pizza. The pizza features Blaze's white sauce, shredded mozzarella, chicken, basil and pickles and it is…

Little Caesars to return to Super Bowl with game day commercial

January 23, 2025

As the Official Pizza Sponsor of the NFL, Little Caesars is making a return to Super Bowl advertising after the brand's first foray into big-game marketing in…

Cicis Pizza serving up Spaghetti and Meatballs Pizza for 40th birthday

January 23, 2025

Cicis Pizza has created a limited-time Spaghetti and Meatballs Pizza to celebrate the brand's 40th birthday, according to a press release.

Riko's Pizza names industry vet Carl Bachmann president, COO

January 22, 2025

Connecticut-based Riko's Pizza has named Carl Bachmann as its president and COO, according to a press release.

Rotolo's Craft & Crust expands into South Carolina

January 21, 2025

Louisiana-based Rotolo's Craft & Crust has opened a location in South Carolina. The move marks the brand's 33rd location across eight states. The location…

Smokey Mo's president explains how brand operates in competitive market

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of QSRweb and Pizza Marketplace, talks to Craig Haley, president of barbecue…

Mod Pizza launches 'Love, Every Bite' campaign with Mike's Hot Honey

January 20, 2025

Mod Pizza has launched a "Love, Every Bite" campaign, which includes a collaboration with Mike's Hot Honey. Mike's Founder Mike Kurtz will match in-store and…

Pizza Factory bought by Wonder Franchises

January 20, 2025

Investment firm Tucker's Farm Corp. has acquired 110-unit Pizza Factory, according to a press release.

Crust Pizza Co to open Houston location

January 20, 2025

Crust Pizza Co. will open a location in Houston in Feb., according to a press release.

Crust Pizza Co expands in Houston suburb

January 17, 2025

Texas-based Crust Pizza Co. has expanded into the Houston neighborhood of Summerwood. Sashin and Ashwini Shah are spearheading the brand's expansion in Texas…

Prince Street Pizza opens in Chicago

January 17, 2025

Prince Street Pizza has opened its first Chicago location, also marking the brand's first foray into the Midwest, according to a press release.

Mountain Mike's Pizza gambles on Las Vegas

January 17, 2025

Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened the brand's first location in Henderson, Nevada, a suburb of Las Vegas. It's the brand's 300th unit systemwide, according to a…

Speaker Spotlight: Jeff Todd, Launch Entertainment

Jeff Todd, chief development officer for Launch Entertainment, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at…

Pizza Hut teams with Eli Manning, Hidden Valley Ranch on signature pizza

January 16, 2025

To celebrate Hidden Valley Ranch's new Easy Squeeze bottle, the brand has teamed up with Pizza Hut and football legend Eli Manning to create a one-of-a-kind…

PizzaForno teams up with Invig for c-store expansion

January 15, 2025

Invig Consulting, a company that specializes in helping convenience stores adopt new technologies, has initiated a partnership with PizzaForno, a North…

Grimaldi's Pizzeria introduces redesigned mobile app

January 15, 2025

Grimaldi's Pizzeria has launched a newly redesigned mobile app. The app immerses guests in the Grimaldi's experience with enhanced imagery of menu items and…

Toppers Pizza adds plant-based options to pizza menu

January 15, 2025

Wisconsin-based Toppers Pizza has added plant-based options to its menu, according to a press release.

Crust Pizza Co. CEO explains operations, building own tech

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Editor Mandy Detwiler talks to Crust Pizza Co. CEO and Founder Carl Comeaux about the brand's growth, search for franchisees and building its own POS system…