Star Micronics Introduces Sticky Label Kiosk Printer, The New SK1-311 SK

The newest kiosk printer by Star Micronics is made for repositionable linerless label paper, perfect for the food and self-service industries.

Sarpino's Pizzeria adds deep-dish to menu

June 17, 2022

Sarpino's Pizzeria has added a deep-dish pizza to its menu. The pizza is available in regular and vegan options, according to a press release.

Pie Five Pizza adds Margherita named for employee

June 9, 2022

Pie Five Pizza has reinvented their Margherita Pizza inspired by their longest-standing employee, Maggie Fox. The pizza, dubbed Old World Maggie, features…

Moderate coffee drinking linked to longer life

June 2, 2022

Consuming a few cups of daily coffee has been linked to a lower death risk, according to new research.

Sarpino's Pizzeria USA sees sales increase with delivery, carryout concept

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Sarpino's Pizzeria, already a delivery and carryout concept, didn't have to pivot like so many restaurants during the pandemic. Now, the 44-unit company is…

Proposed pizza machine unleashes UK obesity debate

May 30, 2022

The Portsmouth, U.K. council has encountered opposition to plans to install a pizza vending machine at a beachside car park over concerns about contributing to…

Dine-in on growth reflects consumer breaking free from pandemic behavior

May 26, 2022

On-premise dining sales are up 46% from Q1 2022 compared to the same time last year, and takeout and delivery sales are down 7% in the same period.

Fries, American cuisine are tops with order-out diners

May 25, 2022

When it comes to ordering out food Americans love their fries and American cuisine. And consumers are loving delivery services, with 83% ordering delivery as…

Brothers bring taste of Detroit to Austin, Texas

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Can Detroit-style pizza work in Austin, Texas? Yes, say the owners of Via 313, which has eight units in the Austin area.

UNO Pizzeria & Grill launches virtual Detroit-style pizza brand

May 16, 2022

UNO Pizzeria & Grill has introduced a virtual brand called Detroit Pizza Works featuring Detroit-style pizza. Detroit Pizza Works was launched in November…

Pizza Ranch focuses on small-town operations

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Buffet concept Pizza Ranch focuses on towns with populations of 5,000 and less. Pizza Marketplace talked with Adrie Groeneweg, Pizza Ranch's founder and…

Study links unfiltered coffee to high cholesterol

May 13, 2022

A recent study form Norway indicates coffee consumption can lead to higher levels of cholesterol, especially unfiltered coffee, according to a Daily Journal…

Why Thermal Printers Have A Place In Today’s Modern Kitchens

Last week, I had a chat with John Maieli, Channel Partner Executive at Star Micronics America. He had a vision: thermal printers in professional kitchens…

Toppers Pizza leaders' epic road trip is all about gathering insight

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Scott Gittrich and his wife, Robin, are on a trip to visit all 71 stores in the Toppers Pizza franchise. Along the way they're holding town halls and meeting…

Papa Gino’s announces expansion in retail stores

May 2, 2022

Massachusetts-based Papa Gino's retail frozen pizza is now available at nearly 600 Walmart, Market Basket and Hannaford locations across the U.S. The brand has…

PizzaWala's ready to franchise using family recipes, experience

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Michigan-based PizzaWala's uses family recipes steeped in Indian tradition. After the pandemic halted efforts to grow, the concept is ready to franchise.

Pizza Inn adds XL pizza to buffet, carryout

April 20, 2022

Buffet concept Pizza Inn has added an extra large pizza to its menu for carryout or buffet.

Papa Johns appeals to pepperoni lovers with 'epic' pizza, spicy rolls

April 18, 2022

Papa Johns is appealing to pepperoni fans with the launch of an Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza and Spicy Pepperoni Rolls, according to a company press…

Coal-fired ovens, strong customer focus drive Grimaldi's franchise strategy

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Grimaldi's is capitalizing on a century-old baking style utilizing coal-fired ovens and now, with operations all in place, the company is embracing franchising.

Domino's brings back mint chocolate cookies in Ireland

April 11, 2022

Mint chocolate fans rejoice … but only if you're in Ireland. Domino's Pizza is bringing back its Domino's cookies with After Eight, which are filled with After…