Star Micronics Unveils the SK5-31 Thermal Kiosk Printer: Adaptable & Feature-Rich

The SK5-31 kiosk printer redefines speed and efficiency with a multitude of features found nowhere else in the industry.

Blaze Pizza refires brand with new menu, sense of purpose

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Blaze Pizza has refired its brand with 14 new menu items and a new logo.

Hungry Howie's Gen Z franchisee brings fresh perspective, new ideas to table

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Hungry Howie's franchisee Rebecca Shannon, a Gen Z whose store is in Michigan. Shannon uses technology and innovation to…

Beyond the POS: HungerRush helps restaurants solve many challenges

FastCasual.com editor Cherryh Cansler caught up with HungerRush's Deepti Mendiratta at the recent National Restaurant Association Show to talk about how the…

HungerRush partners with restaurants to create better guest experiences

HungerRush VP of Sales Josh Desmond met up with FastCasual.com editor Cherryh Cansler at the recent National Restaurant Association Show to talk about how the…

Are mobile handheld devices right for your restaurant?

Brian Pickens, product manager at NCR Voyix, talks about the three challenges quick-serve restaurants face that can often be effectively solved through…

Givex kiosk with AI voice ordering provides human-like interaction

Dan Hawes, head of AI at Givex, gives a demonstration of their self-order kiosk with AI voice ordering capabilities. Users can interact with the kiosk through…

Star Micronics Introduces the mG-TUDB Series POS Scales with Enhanced USB Connectivity

Industry leader Star Micronics expands its portfolio with the launch of its innovative mG-TUDB series, enhancing point-of-sale (POS) operations with USB-C…

Your Pie commits to creative menu, customer service

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Georgia-based Your Pie thrives on its franchisees, its commitment to creativity and its focus on training.

GivexEngageAI Offers New Engagement Strategies

Restaurants need to offer unique selling propositions and exceptional customer service. Loyalty programs, personalized marketing, and consistent customer…

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How to open a pizza shop in 6 easy steps

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Opening a pizza shop will have its ups and downs. Consider these six tips before you get started.

Thompson Hospitality Group operates Wiseguy Pizza with finesse, tight operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Wiseguy Pizza, which has eight units, is under the helm of Thompson Hospitality Group. When Thompson took over the company, it left the great pizza recipe…

People, passion make Farrelli’s Pizza a Northwestern favorite

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Farrelli's Pizza in Northwestern Washington focuses on hiring people who will create experiences for the brand's guests. With award-winning pizza and tight…

Star Micronics To Showcase Top POS Innovations At The 2024 Restaurant Show

Industry leader Star Micronics is gearing up to serve innovation at the National Restaurant Association Show with its cutting-edge range of POS hardware and…

LaRosa's Pizzeria reduces friction with tech, solidifies operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Cincinnati-based LaRosa's Pizzeria has 64 units across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The brand relies on technology to reduce friction and has its operations…

Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to feature Chuck E. Cheese CEO as keynote

April 26, 2024

David McKillips, president and CEO of CEC Entertainment, the parent company to Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, is keynoting The Pizza Leadership Virtual…

Optimizing Omnichannel Experiences with Best Labeling Practices for SMBs

Explore the transformative power of Star Micronics' smart labeling solutions to elevate SMBs’ omnichannel experiences and increase customer satisfaction.

Uncle Joe’s Famous Pizzeria growing through acquisitions

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Uncle Joe's Famous Pizzeria was purchased by Scott and Tana Gerber in 2023. The brand is growing by acquiring pizzerias whose owners are looking to retire or…

The value of loyalty programs for grocery stores

A loyalty program has a positive impact by increasing customer frequency, improving customer retention, growing the average basket, and ensuring profitability.

MOD Pizza taps Bikky for customer data insights

April 17, 2024

Fast-casual pizza chain MOD Pizza has partnered with Bikky, a customer data platform designed for multi-unit restaurants, to leverage Bikky's analytics…