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Blaze Pizza launches 1st kids meal menu
August 28, 2026
Blaze Pizza has launched its first-ever kids menu to accommodate families during the back-to-school season, according to a press release.
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Restaurant operators choosing growth over retrenchment in 2026
August 28, 2026
Despite persistent inflation and labor challenges, restaurant operators are entering the second half of 2026 with a surprisingly durable outlook.
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Jason's Deli, Omnirev leaders talk guest data, AI for driving repeat catering business
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
AI and guest data can drive retention and turn guest data into revenue. Learn how during a panel talk at the Restaurant Catering Workshop, taking place Oct.
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Accuracy is the new loyalty: How smart labeling protects restaurant profits
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Star Micronics' upcoming webinar, "Accuracy Is the New Loyalty," will explore how integrating smart labeling with existing restaurant technology eliminates…
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Shawarma Press, Chicken Salad Chick, Firehouse Subs execs to talk operational complexities at Fast Casual Executive Summit
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
The upcoming "Complexity Killers" session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will guide restaurant operators in auditing and streamlining their bloated tech…
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Casey's breakfast pizza returns in time for football season
August 27, 2026
Casey's is bringing back its breakfast pizza as the "Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs" for the 2026-2027 college football season. The convenience store and…
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Peter Piper Pizza reveals $1M investment in new games, LTOs
August 27, 2026
As part of an investment, Peter Piper Pizza will unveil more than 100 new games and clawcade machines across all Arizona and New Mexico locations by the end of…
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Stoner's Pizza Joint opens in Wichita, Denver
August 27, 2026
Stoner's Pizza Joint continued its national expansion with two restaurant openings this week, including its first location in Kansas and its fifth in the…
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How fast-casual franchise Your Pie is optimizing kitchens for modern diners
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media
Fast-casual pizza franchise Your Pie is strategically expanding across the Southeast under CEO Ken Caldwell by blending its authentic, handcrafted Italian…
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Fresh Brothers adds Wing It On to Southern California pizza menus
August 27, 2026
Fresh Brothers Pizza is now serving Wing It On wings at all of its Southern California locations, expanding the wing concept's footprint by 20 locations…
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Speedy Pie pizza vending machine opens in Iowa town
August 27, 2026
A new Speedy Pie automated pizza vending machine has opened in Bettendorf, Iowa, giving Quad Cities customers access to hot pizza around the clock, according…
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LaRosa's named official pizza of Cincinnati Bearcats Athletics
August 26, 2026
LaRosa's Family Pizzeria has been named the official pizza of Cincinnati Athletics, according to a press release.
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Papa Johns, PopUp Bagels team up for limited-time schmear drop
August 26, 2026
Papa Johns and PopUp Bagels are teaming up to launch a pair of limited-time bagel schmears inspired by the pizza chain's signature pepperoncini and Special…
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Pizza Hut partners with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen for game day campaign
August 26, 2026
Pizza Hut has launched a national campaign alongside Pepsi and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, aiming to remind football fans that "gameday starts with…
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Papa Johns completes strategic refranchising of Orlando-area restaurants
August 26, 2026
Papa John's International, Inc. has announced in a press release that it has refranchised 28 formerly corporate-owned restaurants in the Orlando area, which…
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Houston TX Hot Chicken, Manaha Fresh, Craveworthy show how to deliver like a pro
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
The Restaurant Catering Workshop will share how to manage the complexities of delivery.
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National Restaurant Association: Beverages give brands daypart, sales boost
August 25, 2026
Beverages are becoming one of the most dynamic and innovative growth drivers in the restaurant industry, according to the National Restaurant Association's…
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Cicis Pizza, Nutter Butter team up on fudge brownie dessert
August 25, 2026
Cicis Pizza has introduced a limited-time Fudge Brownie made with Nutter Butter cookies, according to a press release.
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Papa Johns partners with KM Capital to expand footprint in Mexico
August 25, 2026
Mexico-based private investment firm KM Capital has joined Papa Johns as its new franchise partner in Mexico, assuming leadership of 44 existing restaurants…
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Blaze Pizza names Tracy Stockard chief marketing officer
August 25, 2026
Blaze Pizza has appointed Tracy Stockard as chief marketing officer. A veteran marketing executive with more than two decades of experience leading national…
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