What the data says about restaurant catering today

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

As corporate catering transforms into a critical growth engine for the restaurant industry, top brands will share their battle-tested, data-driven playbooks…

Papa Murphy’s unveils New Hulapeño Pizza

July 21, 2026

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has unveiled its Hulapeño Pizza, according to a news release. Available for a limited time as part of the brand's popular…

Loman AI integrates with Toast to automate restaurant phone orders

July 21, 2026

Loman AI has joined the Toast Partner Ecosystem as an integration partner, allowing restaurants using Toast point-of-sale systems to automate their inbound…

Toastique Founder Brianna Keefe details growth from single toast bar to national franchise

Toastique founder Brianna Keefe opened her first location at 24 with no investors, a personal guarantee, and a vision for a concept that didn't yet exist. In…

Domino's attributes Q2 growth to delivery, takeout businesses

by Valerie Gritton

July 20, 2026

Domino's Inc. has reported a Q2 global sales increase of 3%, according to a company press release. U.S. same-store sales increased 0.1% while international…

Winning the value conversation Part 2: The new era of pizza marketing

by Valerie Gritton

Winning the value conversation requires more than promotions. As pizza brands compete for increasingly selective consumers, operators are investing in stronger…

Build your leadership team: The team that reports directly to you

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

True organizational growth and scalability require distinguishing between mere managers and genuine leaders.

The 1:1 Personalization Playbook: Using AI to send every guest their own offer

In this session, Hang CEO Matt Smolin, whose platform powers millions of AI-personalized offers a month for restaurant brands, and Rev Ciancio, CMO of Salad…

Presented by Hang

Pizza Hut launches limited-time 'Throwback Value Menu' with items starting at $3

July 15, 2026

Pizza Hut has launched a limited-time Throwback Value Menu nationwide, featuring a selection of classic and new items with prices starting at $3, according to…

Dodo Pizza’s playbook for international success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this Pizza Marketplace podcast, executives from Dodo Brands discuss how the company uses its proprietary technology platform and a balance of global…

Hungry Howie's partners with DoorDash to overhaul digital ordering, loyalty program

July 14, 2026

Hungry Howie's and DoorDash have partnered to overhaul the pizza chain's digital ordering system, website, mobile app and loyalty program, according to a press…

The new state of pizza Part 1: How rising costs, consumer spending are redefining value

by Valerie Gritton

This is the first installment in a four-part series examining the forces now shaping the pizza industry —from evolving consumer behavior and spending habits to…

MTY Food Group set to close Papa Murphy’s locations, focus on profitability

July 13, 2026

MTY Food Group has started the process of closing up to 50 underperforming Papa Murphy's locations, choosing to focus instead on healthier, more profitable…

The hot spot: How Coal’s perfected Louisville's pizza date night

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After transitioning out of their successful frozen food business, Mark and Madeleine Peters embarked on a 9,000-mile culinary road trip that inspired them to…

Savory CEO to detail ‘Savory System’ growth strategy at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Shauna Smith, Savory co-founder, and CEO Clay Dover, will share insight on the company’s “Savory System,” which is a roadmap on building a management…

Pizza Hut banks on Americans’ need for sentimentality

July 10, 2026

Pizza Hut franchisees are hoping their restaurant's return to roots will strike a sentimental nerve with consumers who are longing for the red roofs and…

Your Pie targets Wilmington for North Carolina franchise expansion

July 8, 2026

Your Pie, an Atlanta-based fast-casual pizza franchise, will expand its footprint in North Carolina, targeting Wilmington and the Cape Fear region for its next…

Pizza Ranch selects NCR Voyix to power next-gen restaurant operations

July 8, 2026

NCR Voyix has signed an exclusive platform agreement with Pizza Ranch and its franchise network across the U.S. to serve as Pizza Ranch's exclusive…

The World Pizza champion who 'Let go to grow'

13-time world pizza champion Tony Gemignani spent 17 years honing his craft before betting on himself. In this episode of Founderology - Built to Breakthrough…

Domino's Pizza China continues rapid expansion, strengthens market positioning

July 6, 2026

Domino's Pizza China, the exclusive operator of the Domino's brand in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, continued to grow its footprint during the second…