TikTok a powerful call-to-action tool for restaurant operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Three TikTok experts led a panel discussion on using the social media platform at the Restaurant Franchising and Innovation Summit in Kansas City.

Slice House by Tony Gemignani takes top honors at Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers event

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Slice House has awarded over 139 franchise agreements since the brand began franchising last year.

2024 Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers

What a year our winners had! From new store openings to same-store sales increases, the nominees of Pizza Marketplace’s Movers & Shakers have, indeed, shook…

Pizzeria da Laura owner's dream a long time coming

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Laura Meyer opened Pizzeria da Laura last year. Customers don't realize there's a real face behind the company, so connecting with her patrons is paramount.

Chef-driven menu makes Willow Street Pizza stand out

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Pizzeria menus can range from small and tidy to large and complex, but they've all got one thing behind them: research and development.

Marco's Pizza franchisees lean into culture, training

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Brandon Hudson and Damion Mason fell in love with Marco's Pizza and have since opened seven units in Virginia.

Keeping the human element alive in QSRs with Doyle HCM

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of PizzaMarketplace.com and QSRweb.com, interviews Mike Adolph, partner and…

Little Caesars efficient POD Program attractive to franchisees

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Little Caesars has launched a modular unit program that is eco-friendly and attractive to potential franchisees. The inaugural POD location in Keokuk, Iowa…

The Rise of Social Commerce: How Retailers Can Leverage Social Media

Explore social commerce and how retailers can leverage it to their advantage with Star Micronics' ecommerce and online ordering hardware.

Old Scratch Pizza has ‘Midwesternly Neapolitan’ philosophy

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Dayton, Ohio-based Old Scratch Pizza has four locations. Founder Eric Soller calls the brand 'Midwesternly Neapolitan.' The pizza is rooted in Neapolitan…

Heart-shaped pizzas increase sales in weeks leading up to Valentine's Day

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Heart-shaped pizzas, adorned with toppings of affection, have become the latest craze among romantics and pizza enthusiasts alike.

Karvelas Pizza Co. focuses on scratch-made food, customer service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Karvelas Pizza Co. makes a splash in small-town Georgia with food made from scratch, a focus on customer service and a training program designed to help…

Cicis Pizza offers $4.99 buffet for limited time

January 11, 2024

Cicis Pizza is offering its all-you-can-eat buffet for $4.99 on Mondays and Tuesdays through Feb. 13. A digital coupon can be found on the brand's website…

Navigating 6 Key Business Trends Impacting POS VARs

Discover the major business trends of 2023 and 2024 and explore the challenges faced by POS VARs in today's dynamic digital landscape.

Maintaining a legacy brand paramount for Cicis Pizza president

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace, talks to Jeff Hetsel, president of Cicis Pizza, to learn…

SynergySuite ranked #30 in the Deloitte 2023 Technology Fast 50 Awards

Dublin, Ireland – 1 December 2023 — SynergySuite today announced that it ranked 30th in the 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Awards, a ranking of the 5…

Pizza Marketplace's most-clicked feature stories in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Pizza Marketplace's feature stories take look at everything from loyalty programs to operations both big and small. Here are the five most-clicked feature…

Pizza Marketplace’s Top 10 most clicked news in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Here’s all the news Pizza Marketplace’s readers clicked on the most in 2023.

Hard work pays off in pies for The Original Goodfella's

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The Original Goodfella's brought wood-fired pizza to Staten Island 30 years ago. With a new location and a well-constructed culture, the award-winning pizzeria…

It’s That Time Of Year: Is Your Retail POS Technology Ready For Holiday Pop-Up Shops?

If you’re selling products at a holiday pop-up shop or market this year, the right retail POS technology can make all the difference.