Food & Beverage News & Media

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 — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

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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Jet's Pizza unveils new Cajun Ranch dipping sauce

August 7, 2026

Jet's Pizza has announced the launch of its new Jet's Cajun Ranch dipping sauce, available at all Jet's locations from Aug. 1 to Jan. 6, 2027, the company said…

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How Tievoli Pizza Bar tripled sales with a zero-dollar marketing budget

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Husband-and-wife team Giovanni and Adrianna Labbate and their family have built a wildly successful Chicago-area restaurant, Tievoli Pizza Bar, entirely…

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Domino's UK unveils garlic and herb ice cream LTO

August 5, 2026

Domino's Pizza in the UK has turned its fan favorite garlic and herb dipping sauce into an ice cream, available there until Aug. 31. The launch was unveiled…

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From Instagram to storefront: Nicky Slices Pizza Club

July 31, 2026

Nicky Slices founder Nick Williams never intended to build one of St. Louis' most talked-about pizza brands. What began as an Instagram-based take-and-bake…

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Why Taco Cabana is expanding its franchise beyond the Lone Star State

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler chats with Taco Cabana's director of franchise sales and development, John Ramsay…

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Hunt Brothers Pizza launches Hot Honey Ultimate Pepperoni LTO

July 27, 2026

Hunt Brothers Pizza has launched the Hot Honey Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza in a partnership with Mike's Hot Honey, according to a press release.

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Curry Pizza House launches fusion pasta line

July 24, 2026

Curry Pizza House has launched a new line of fusion pastas, bringing its signature flavor profiles to classic Italian American dishes, according to a press…

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Hungry Howie's brings back pizza after 20 years for 1 day only

July 22, 2026

Hungry Howie's is bringing back its Coney Pizza for one day only on National Coney Dog Day, July 30, according to a press release.

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Spain's FIFA World Cup-winning team celebrates with pizza from New Jersey shop

July 22, 2026

After defeating Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Spain's national team celebrated with pizza from Bagels by Jarrett in West Orange, New Jersey. The…

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