Food & Beverage News & Media

Mountain Mike's Pizza launches calzones for limited time

September 1, 2026

Mountain Mike's Pizza is expanding its menu with the debut of build-your-own calzones, available now through Dec. 31, according to a press release.

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Giordano’s teams up with Chicago creator on new fire deep dish pizza

September 1, 2026

Chicago pizza brand Giordano's is teaming up with American cook and content creator Adam Witt to launch its limited-edition Great Chicago Fire Pizza, the…

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Pepperoni lover? Papa Johns' got you with Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza

September 1, 2026

Papa Johns has launched the Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza, which features 30% more pepperoni than the chain's standard large pepperoni pizza, according to a press…

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How pizza operators are rethinking LTOs for Fall’s big occasions

by Valerie Gritton

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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Vocelli Pizza launches Detroit-style pizza

August 28, 2026

Vocelli Pizza is expanding its menu with the nationwide launch of a Detroit-style pan pizza and a 1.5-pound brownie on Aug. 31, according to a press release.

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Casey's breakfast pizza returns in time for football season

August 27, 2026

Casey's is bringing back its breakfast pizza as the "Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs" for the 2026-2027 college football season. The convenience store and…

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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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Papa Johns, PopUp Bagels team up for limited-time schmear drop

August 26, 2026

Papa Johns and PopUp Bagels are teaming up to launch a pair of limited-time bagel schmears inspired by the pizza chain's signature pepperoncini and Special…

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National Restaurant Association: Beverages give brands daypart, sales boost

August 25, 2026

Beverages are becoming one of the most dynamic and innovative growth drivers in the restaurant industry, according to the National Restaurant Association's…

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Cicis Pizza, Nutter Butter team up on fudge brownie dessert

August 25, 2026

Cicis Pizza has introduced a limited-time Fudge Brownie made with Nutter Butter cookies, according to a press release.

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From the boardroom to the prep line: How Stonefire Grill's CEO is fueling legacy growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Stonefire Grill CEO David Youngberg joins the Restaurant Operator Podcast to share how his hands-on leadership, people-first culture and strategic use of guest…

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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…

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Papa Murphy's launches Grandma's Pizza to celebrate return of Italian sausage

August 18, 2026

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has permanently brought back chunky Italian sausage to its menu, and is launching Grandma's Pizza, an LTO available through…

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Donatos Pizza adds fresh buttermilk ranch, 2 permanent pizzas to menu

August 18, 2026

Donatos Pizza will introduce a house-made buttermilk ranch and two permanent chicken pizzas starting Aug. 24, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns Canada launches Pan Pizza

August 17, 2026

Beginning today, Papa Johns Canada is introducing its highly anticipated Pan Pizza, the company said in a news release.

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Hungry Howie's partners with Tajin for flavored crust

August 14, 2026

Hungry Howie's is celebrating its second annual National Flavored Crust Day with the introduction of a Tajin Flavored Crust.

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How Prince St. Pizza is scaling a pop-culture juggernaut across North America

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Armed with an untouchable family recipe and masterclass marketing, CEO Lawrence Longo has taken Prince St. Pizza from a local NYC secret to a rapidly expanding…

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Domino's launches namesake individual-sized pizza

August 11, 2026

Domino's Pizza Inc. has launched the Domino, a new Detroit-style pizza made for individual diners. The new pizza will be available nationwide Aug. 31…

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Protein power: How GLP-1s are reshaping consumer spend and menu innovation

by Valerie Gritton

As GLP-1 medications change how Americans eat, pizza operators face a new challenge: How do you sell a food traditionally associated with indulgence to…

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