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Rosati’s Pizza plans 11 locations in 90 days
September 8, 2026
Rosati's Pizza Enterprises is accelerating its national expansion with plans to open 11 new locations over the next 90 days, the company announced in a news…
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Watching pizza's next wave of growth
From Texas to Tennessee and other fast-growing Sun Belt markets, pizza operators are targeting communities where people, businesses and new development are…
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GLP-1s and the new consumer reality: What the data really says
A new research report reveals GLP-1 adoption isn't static, men are an overlooked demographic and usage varies dramatically by restaurant — challenging…
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Hungry Howie’s latest Cartwheel delivery partner
September 2, 2026
Cartwheel, the AI-powered delivery platform for restaurants, has announced in a news release that Hungry Howie's Pizza is adopting Cartwheel's Hybrid Delivery…
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Fast Casual Executive Summit preview: Learn how a unified guest view spurs big rewards
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Fast casual brands can break down the walls between tech systems to craft a unified customer view that can drive an immediate return-on-investment. Learn how…
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How Steele Smiley sold a fitness empire to bet on healthy fast food
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
Steele Smiley spent 15 years building a fitness empire with more than 900 U.S. franchisees and locations in more than 35 countries, sold it, and founded CRISP…
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California Pizza Kitchen pizza vending machine lands at Dayton airport
September 2, 2026
A California Pizza Kitchen automated retail machine is already operating at Dayton International Airport, giving Ohio travelers access to freshly prepared…
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How pizza operators are rethinking LTOs for Fall’s big occasions
As back-to-school, Labor Day and football season converge, pizza chains are balancing menu innovation with value, familiar favorites and flavor experiences.
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Domino’s takes on the Big Mac, Whopper, Crunchwrap with latest pizza
August 31, 2026
Domino's is challenging America to decide whether its new Domino Detroit-style pizza deserves a place among fast food's most iconic menu items. The…
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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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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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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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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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