Food & Beverage News & Media

Giordano's debuts Italian Beef Pizza after 2025 online sale

March 18, 2026

Giordano's is bringing its Italian Beef Pizza to restaurant menus for a limited time following a successful online debut last year.

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The accidental franchisor: Eddie Flores Jr. kicks off Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit with candid look at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

March 17, 2026

Eddie Flores Jr. transitioned from real estate to become the franchisor of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, building a legacy based on the "aloha spirit" and family…

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California Pizza Kitchen expands frozen offerings in grocery stores

March 10, 2026

California Pizza Kitchen has expanded its of global retail line, including its first move into frozen appetizers and entrees in the U.S. since 1999, according…

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&pizza launches protein-forward menu

March 6, 2026

&pizza, and its sister company Tijuana Flats, owned by Latitude Food Group, have put a protein-forward menu across both brands to better serve guests…

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Papa Murphy's kicks it up a notch with Jalapeño Popper Pizza LTO

March 3, 2026

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has released its Jalapeño Popper Pizza for a limited time from now through March 22, according to a press release.

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Happy's Pizza launches LTO menu featuring Asian BBQ-inspired flavors

February 26, 2026

Detroit-based Happy's Pizza has a bold Asian BBQ-inspired menu for a limited time, according to a press release.

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Supertasters and Cicerones: The sophisticated science behind Regents Pizza’s success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Driven by the culinary legacy of a "supertaster" chef and a rigorous, 23-level merit-based labor system, Regents Pizza transformed from a twice-failed local…

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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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Stoner's Pizza Joint celebrates National Pizza Day with $4.20 pizza, heart-shaped pizza

February 9, 2026

Recovering from the big game? Florida-based Stoner's Pizza Joint is serving up the ultimate post-game recovery with a can't miss National Pizza Day offer. The…

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Imo's Pizza creates spicy sweet LTO

February 6, 2026

St. Louis-based Imo's Pizza has introduced the limited-time The Honey Trap Pizza, which features crispy, curing pepperoni and cheese and is topped with a…

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&pizza puts polarizing veggie on pizza

February 3, 2026

Washington D.C.-based &pizza has never shied away from adding unusual toppings on its pizzas. The list includes cracked eggs, elote sauce and corn and…

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Pan pizza returns to Papa Johns; brand says they got it right this time

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After years of development, Papa Johns is relaunching its pan pizza with a refined recipe featuring a garlic-Parmesan crust and a six-cheese blend, supported…

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LaRosa's introduces 1st heart-shaped pizza

January 27, 2026

Cincinnati-based LaRosa's is introducing its first-ever heart-shaped pizza, according to a press release.

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Pizza Hut Middle East creates pasta approved by Italians. Kind of.

January 26, 2026

Pizza Hut Middle East has just launched pasta, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns testing protein-infused dough

January 16, 2026

Papa Johns is testing dough infused with protein. The Protein Crust Pizza is a limited, one-day-only release exclusive for Papa Rewards Members at one select…

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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria launches Trippple Peppp Pizza during National Pizza Week

January 15, 2026

Lou Malnati's Pizza has launched the Trippple Peppp Pizza during National Pizza Week for a limited time, according to a press release.

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Emmy Squared Pizza puts employees center stage with creative LTO pizza menu

January 14, 2026

Emmy Squared Pizza has rolled out an inventive limited-time collection of market-inspired pizzas created and named by the local teams that run its restaurants.

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Little Caesars launches Detroit-style Slices-N-Stix box

January 14, 2026

Little Caesars has launched Detroit-style Slices-N-Stix, a single-serve meal option that includes two slices of Detroit-Style Deep Dish Pepperoni Pizza, four…

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Riko's Pizza's unique style sets it apart as brand grows on East Coast

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Riko's Pizza's unique thin-crust pizza sets it apart from the heavy competition on the East Coast. The brand is growing and now has 12 locations.

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Prime Pizza partners with rapper, producer Earl Sweatshirt

January 12, 2026

Prime Pizza is partnering with rapper and producer Earl Sweatshirt for a collaboration that brings together bold ingredients, L.A. energy and hip hop…

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