Restaurant food costs face uneven pressure in 2027 as inflation accelerates

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Connect Food

Rising gasoline prices are adding to inflationary pressures, while ArrowStream forecasts sharply different commodity costs across restaurant segments, with…

Domino's same-store sales post modest gain

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Connect Food

October 13, 2026

Domino's Pizza Inc. reported a 9.2% increase in net income to $152.2 million for its third quarter of 2026, as operating income rose 8.3% and diluted earnings…

Marco’s Pizza partners with American Public University for tuition benefits

September 22, 2026

Marco's Pizza has partnered with American Public University to provide franchisees, their employees, eligible family members and corporate support center…

Qvinci launches RoyaltyHub to automate franchise royalty management

September 16, 2026

Qvinci Software has launched Qvinci RoyaltyHub, a new platform designed to automate the royalty management process for franchise brands, the company has…

Round up giving: How pizzerias can turn spare change into community impact

Round-up donations can turn spare change into meaningful community impact while helping pizza operators strengthen customer engagement and loyalty. With brands…

Domino’s franchisee closes 13 Ohio locations

September 14, 2026

A Domino's franchisee has abruptly closed 13 restaurants in Northern Ohio amid reports of financial difficulties, adding to a wave of pizza restaurant closures…

When and why to say ‘no’ in franchise development

The strongest franchise brands know that sustainable growth isn't about saying yes to every deal—it's about knowing when to say no. Marco's Pizza prioritizes…

Yum! Brands completes U.S. sale of Pizza Hut

September 2, 2026

Yum! Brands has announced in a press release the completion of its sale of Pizza Hut, excluding Mainland China, to LongRange Capital. The sale, for…

One man's journey from delivery driver to franchisee of 105 Papa Johns restaurants

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Eric Murphy transformed a chance gig as a Papa Johns delivery driver in 1999 into a 105-unit franchise empire across six states by prioritizing strategic…

What’s in your policy? Navigating insurance for pizzerias

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Connect Food

Insurance can be complicated for restaurant owners, and not all policies provide the same protection. For pizzeria operators, seemingly small incidents can…

Domino's attributes Q2 growth to delivery, takeout businesses

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Connect Food

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…

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

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Connect Food

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…

Yum sells Pizza Hut operations to private equity firm

June 16, 2026

Yum CEO Chris Turner described Pizza Hut as one of the restaurant industry's most recognizable brands and said the company believes LongRange is…

Why an independent restaurateur is betting on Mellow Mushroom

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Seasoned independent restaurateur Jon Walker is expanding his culinary portfolio by opening a Mellow Mushroom franchise in Danville, Virginia, capitalizing on…

The Power of Financial Planning, Financial Visibility leads to business sustainability

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

To achieve sustainable growth and avoid the "stuck zone," Founders must overcome the emotional avoidance of their financials by owning their P&L, hiring expert…

The 10-25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos

Unlock the proven systems top restaurant operators use to scale without chaos. If you’re stuck juggling fires across 10–25 locations, this guide shows you the…

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Beyond the balance sheet: why the future of franchising is proactive, not passive

At the upcoming Restaurant Innovation and Franchising Summit, industry experts will share strategies for moving beyond passive bookkeeping to maximize…

Own your financials: 5 metrics that drive business growth

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Gaining strong financial visibility by overcoming common hurdles and focusing on key metrics like sales, COGS, and net operating income is essential for…

The fixer-upper franchisee: How Chris Patel turned neglected Papa Johns locations into a 70-store powerhouse

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

An entrepreneur with a background in finance leveraged his business acumen and a keen eye for opportunity to grow his Papa Johns franchise from four to 7…