How technology helped chicken brand PDQ build a better experience

May 8, 2023

PDQ, which stands for People Dedicated to Quality, is a fast-casual chicken brand built around chef-driven concepts and mindful ingredients typically found in…

House of Pizza gives away $9K in gift cards to teachers

May 8, 2023

House of Pizza in St. Could, Minnesota recently handed out $5 gift cards to teachers, according to a KNSI report.

Fat Kid Pizza to open in Sioux Falls, South Dakota mall

May 5, 2023

Fat Kid Pizza is coming to The Empire Mall in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It's brought to the mall by the owners of Fat Kid Filly's, according to a Sioux Falls…

WOWorks, Shipley Do-Nuts, Noodles & Company execs say loyalty programs a must-have

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Panelists Blake Johnson, VP of marketing for Craveworthy Brands, Donna Josephson, CMO of Shiply Do-Nuts, Mark Kreiner, VP of marketing for WOWorks and Stacy…

Comedian Pete Davidson orders Denino's to celebrate show

May 5, 2023

Comedian Pete Davidson ordered pizza from Staten Island's Denino's to promote his Peacock network show, "Bupkis," according to a silive.com report.

Domino's franchisee utilizes modular units for 2 restaurants

May 5, 2023

Domino's franchisee Ty Turner has opened two new restaurants in Arkansas using modular units designed by SG ECHO LLC, according to a press release.

Papa Johns enjoys global sales bump in Q1

May 5, 2023

While international comparable sales dipped 6% compared to a year ago and North America comparable sales landed flat, Papa Johns recorded another quarter of…

4 Key Takeaways On Retail Profitability From The 2023 RSPA Retail IT Channel Study

Learn the four main takeaways on retail profitability and business operations insights from the 2023 RSPA Retail IT Channel Study.

Restaurant Data Analytics: The Power of Data-Driven Insights

If businesses want to keep ahead of rapidly evolving trends and consumer preferences it is crucial that the restaurant industry turns to data for insights. In…

Webinar to look at dining trends, location patterns

May 4, 2023

Placer will hold a free webinar called "Dining 2023 Update: A Location Intelligence Perspective" on May 16, hosted by Fastcasual.com and Networld Media Group.

California Pizza Kitchen bakes up heart-shaped pizzas for Mother’s Day

May 4, 2023

California Pizza Kitchen will offer heart-shaped pizza for one day only this Mother's Day, May 14.

PizzaForno to launch in Atlanta

May 4, 2023

Automated pizzeria PizzaForno will open in Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood, with two additional locations to open around metro Atlanta later in May.

Pizza Nova kicks off month-long fundraising campaign

May 4, 2023

Canada-based Pizza Nova has kicked off its 24th annual fundraising campaign in support of Variety — the Children's Charity of Ontario. During the month of May…

Papa Johns names Mark Shambura as CMO

May 3, 2023

Papa Johns has appointed Mark Shambura to chief marketing officer. Shambura will oversee brand and advertising; media and field activation; menu strategy and…

Imo's Pizza launches Sweet Heat Pizza, deal

May 2, 2023

Imo's has introduced its Sweet Heat Pizza for a limited time. The pizza features chicken, red onion, full strips of bacon, Provel cheese and a signature sweet…

Pizza Pizza launches PZA Pizzeria concept in Mexico

May 1, 2023

Pizza Pizza Limited has opened two PZA Pizzeria restaurants in Guadalajara and Ajijic, Mexico. PZA Pizzeria is an affiliated brand of Pizza Pizza Limited…

Pennsylvania pizzeria reopens after June 2021 fire

May 1, 2023

Jo-Lynn Pizzeria in Liberty, Pennsylvania, has reopened after a fire shut it down in June 2021, according to a WTAE.com report.

Networld Media Group launches Automation & Self-Service

May 1, 2023

Networld Media Group has announced the newest addition to its portfolio of online B2B media brands. The website, Automation & Self-Service, provides news…

Pizza Hut introduces sirloin steak for limited time

May 1, 2023

Pizza Hut has introduced cheesesteak to its menu on a pizza and in one of the brand's signature Melts. The menu items are available beginning May 2 for a…

3 ways to recapture ‘no preference’ customers

In the face of rising inflation, more pizza consumers are opting for less expensive in-home options. With the right incentives, restaurants can win them back…