Pizzeria da Laura owner's dream a long time coming

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

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.

Old Scratch Pizza has ‘Midwesternly Neapolitan’ philosophy

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

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

Cousins continue family legacy with Artichoke Basille’s Pizza success story

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Artichoke Basille's Pizza is a New York City mainstay with 16 units. The brand has begun to franchise, and a store might be coming to your community soon.

Wiseguy Pizza shaped by worldly inspiration, dedication to quality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Wiseguy Pizza, launched by Nuri Erol and now owned by Thompson Hospitality, had five locations in the D.C./Maryland/Virginia region. The brand has grown with…

Spin Pizza thrives on long history, chef-driven recipes

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Spin Pizza is based in Kansas City and has 15 units. Though the company has grown slowly, Spin officials have ensured the brand has sharp operations and a…

Dewey's Pizza's focuses on values, tight operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Dewey's Pizza operates 25 stores as far west as Kansas City. The brand has tight operations and an eye on its values to make it a success.

Slice House by Tony Gemignani a 'slice' of heaven

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Renowned pizzaiolo Tony Gemignani has launched franchising for his Slice House by Tony Gemignani brand. With eight open and 34 in development, the company is…

Hungry Howie's franchisee credits his people for success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Hungry Howie's franchisee David Plait owns 21 Hungry Howie's locations and says helping his employees succeed also helps his own businesses.

Parlour fits niche in region lacking craft concepts

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Parlour, a five-unit concept in the Louisville, Kentucky, area, fills a niche for craft pizza, beer and cocktails. The brand will begin franchising this summer.

Papa Johns franchisee becomes mogul in his own franchise

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Nadeem Bajwa began his Papa Johns career as a delivery driver. Today, he owns 192 franchises and has his sights set on 500.

Palo Mesa Pizza brings Neapolitan, Roman, traditional pies to California's Central Coast

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Palo Mesa Pizza fuels the pizza needs of California's Central Coast. The five-unit brand offers traditional pizza, but also Neapolitan and Roman-style.

Lena's Wood-fired Pizza & Tap prides itself on team members, food quality

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Lena's Wood-fired Pizza & Tap is run by team members who feel like family to its owners. The Alexandria, Virginia-based pizzeria opened in 2017 and has kept…

Rotolo's pizzeria, craft brand offers various styles of pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Rotolo's operates Rotolo's Pizzeria and Rotolo's Craft + Crust, two brands expanding into new states.

The Wizard of Za's dough makes magic

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Wizard of Za, based in Columbus, Ohio, uses a focaccia dough that sets it apart from its competition. The brand is educating local residents on the ins and…

Embrace post-covid opportunities in your restaurant

Throughout this webinar you will learn: · How COVID changed the ordering mix · How to deal with the unprecedented labor shortage · How…

Webinar: How operators can embrace post-COVID opportunities

November 3, 2022

Customers are still dining off-premise, and that means some are calling to place orders. Hazlnut has found that 18% of all calls are missed and three out of…

Mountain Mike's Pizza proves size matters with big pizzas, operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

California based Mountain Mike's has more than 260 stores and is expanding throughout the U.S. The brand is known for its oversized pizzas and plentiful…

Square Pie Guys brings Detroit-style pizza to San Francisco

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Three-unit Square Pie Guys opened two units during a pandemic, and still the customers keep coming. Learn how Detroit-style pizza makes the concept a standout…

Young Pizza Guys franchisee brings fresh perspective to business

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Kaitlynn Caster became a Pizza Guys franchisee at the tender age of 24. Here are the lessons she's learned and the challenges she's faced.

Happy Joe's ready for growth, focuses on product over price

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream has become a Midwestern mainstay with a wide variety of pizzas. The brand has more than 30 units in the pipeline.