Marketing News & Media

Blaze Pizza offers zero delivery fee for National Pizza Party Day celebration

May 15, 2026

Atlanta-based Blaze Pizza is waiving delivery fees to celebrate National Pizza Party Day, offering customers a way to share its fast-fire'd pizzas without the…

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Ovation, Tap leaders share tips on crafting a guest feedback strategy

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

A panel talk at the upcoming Restaurant Marketing Workshop will deliver insight on not only getting a guest feedback approach up and running but tips and…

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Papa Johns, Disney team up for global 'Toy Story 5' marketing campaign

May 6, 2026

Papa Johns has partnered with Disney and Pixar to celebrate the upcoming release of "Toy Story 5," which arrives in theaters June 19, according to a press…

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Disposable cameras and raw reactions: Why 'imperfect' social media content is winning in 2026

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Marketing leaders from Via 313, ATL Wing Spot, and Hook + Ladder explain how multi-unit restaurant brands can drive sustained foot traffic in 2026 by balancing…

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Diving deeper: Looking beyond sales for improved restaurant marketing

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

At the Restaurant Marketing Workshop in Boston from June 2 to 3, panelists will discuss how to do a deep dive into your brand's marketing and menu decisions.

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No clicks given: How to get AI to recommend your restaurant

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The shift has brought us to a new frontier: GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). If SEO was about being found by a search engine, GEO is about being…

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Stoner's Pizza Joint offers 42.0% off pizzas on April 20

April 17, 2026

Stoner's Pizza Joint will offer a 42.0% discount on all regular-priced pizzas for one day only on April 20, according to a press release.

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Meet the Top 30 Movers & Shakers: Restaurant Marketing

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

We’re proud to honor the 2026 Restaurant Marketing Top 30 Movers & Shakers, who will be recognized at the Restaurant Marketing Workshop on June 2–3 in Boston.

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Hungry Howie's offers National Pet Day secret menu

April 9, 2026

Hungry Howie's is partnering with Happy Howie's to launch a limited-time secret menu for National Pet Day, offering pairings for both pizza fans and their dogs…

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Domino’s debuts Slice Sauce with exclusive Shinola merchandise access

April 8, 2026

Domino's Pizza has partnered with fellow Michigan-based brand Shinola to offer customers exclusive access to a collection of black and gold watches and leather…

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Papa Johns launches gas-buster deal

April 3, 2026

Papa Johns has launched a limited-time promotion Friday called "Pizza Miles," offering loyalty members a credit for choosing carryout over delivery, according…

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'Don't go viral without this system:' Keynote to reveal growth framework at Restaurant Marketing Workshop

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

The 2026 agenda is designed to cover every touchpoint of the modern guest journey. If a topic impacts your brand's bottom line, it is on the schedule.

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2026 Pizza Marketplace Top 100 Movers & Shakers

This year’s Top 100 honors those who have mastered the "rare beast" of combining high-volume operations with artisanal quality. Whether it’s an independent…

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Pizza Hut Canada launches hockey podcast

March 24, 2026

Pizza Hut Canada has launched a new short-form podcast titled Bandwagon Hockey Coach to assist casual fans during the hockey playoffs.

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Pizza Hut kicks off March Madness with Space Jam collab, new menu drop

March 19, 2026

Pizza Hut, the official pizza partner of March Madness, is kicking off the yearly basketball tournament with limited edition menu items featuring new recipes…

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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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&pizza serves up romance with Pi Day weddings

March 12, 2026

&pizza will host free wedding ceremonies and receptions for four couples on Saturday, March 14, continuing a brand tradition for Pi Day, according to a…

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Pizza Hut launches platform for crust lovers, seeks crust connoisseur

March 12, 2026

Pizza Hut is launching Hut Crust, a new platform celebrating the recognizable crusts that have defined the brand for generations.

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The New Front of House: Why Pizza’s Next Growth Era Runs on Self-Order Kiosks + Intelligent POS Systems

Easy-to-use kiosks fully integrated with a modern POS system have emerged as the most efficient and cost-effective solution to the challenge of front-of-store…

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