Operations News & Media

Rising energy costs could add more pressure on restaurants

September 10, 2026

Rising energy costs are adding another layer of pressure for restaurant operators, with producer prices increasing 0.4% in August, according to the latest…

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National Restaurant Association launches 'Made in Restaurants' initiative

September 9, 2026

The National Restaurant Association has launched "Made in Restaurants," a national initiative designed to showcase the restaurant industry's role in shaping…

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The Marco’s Pizza Foundation surpasses $1.5M in charitable donations

September 8, 2026

The Marco's Pizza Foundation has officially surpassed $1 million in donations to Junior Achievement USA, the company announced in a press release.

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Watching pizza's next wave of growth

by Valerie Gritton

From Texas to Tennessee and other fast-growing Sun Belt markets, pizza operators are targeting communities where people, businesses and new development are…

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Mr. Moto pizza adds Orange County, California location

September 4, 2026

San Diego-based Mr. Moto Pizza has opened its fourth Orange County restaurant, bringing the brand to 11 locations overall. The new restaurant is located in…

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4 reasons (and a raccoon) why you can't miss the Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com

Keynoters, Perfect Pitch contestants and a trash panda walk into Arlington; here's your Fast Casual Executive Summit October 4–6 game plan.

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How Steele Smiley sold a fitness empire to bet on healthy fast food

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Steele Smiley spent 15 years building a fitness empire with more than 900 U.S. franchisees and locations in more than 35 countries, sold it, and founded CRISP…

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Yum! Brands completes U.S. sale of Pizza Hut

September 2, 2026

Yum! Brands has announced in a press release the completion of its sale of Pizza Hut, excluding Mainland China, to LongRange Capital. The sale, for…

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Indy chain Pizaro's Pizza marks Houston expansion

August 28, 2026

Pizaro's Pizza is expanding in Houston, according to an article in CultureMap Houston, with two new locations: a to-go and delivery-only shop in Meyerland…

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Blaze Pizza launches 1st kids meal menu

August 28, 2026

Blaze Pizza has launched its first-ever kids menu to accommodate families during the back-to-school season, according to a press release.

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Restaurant operators choosing growth over retrenchment in 2026

August 28, 2026

Despite persistent inflation and labor challenges, restaurant operators are entering the second half of 2026 with a surprisingly durable outlook.

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Accuracy is the new loyalty: How smart labeling protects restaurant profits

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Star Micronics' upcoming webinar, "Accuracy Is the New Loyalty," will explore how integrating smart labeling with existing restaurant technology eliminates…

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Shawarma Press, Chicken Salad Chick, Firehouse Subs execs to talk operational complexities at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The upcoming "Complexity Killers" session at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will guide restaurant operators in auditing and streamlining their bloated tech…

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Peter Piper Pizza reveals $1M investment in new games, LTOs

August 27, 2026

As part of an investment, Peter Piper Pizza will unveil more than 100 new games and clawcade machines across all Arizona and New Mexico locations by the end of…

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Stoner's Pizza Joint opens in Wichita, Denver

August 27, 2026

Stoner's Pizza Joint continued its national expansion with two restaurant openings this week, including its first location in Kansas and its fifth in the…

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How fast-casual franchise Your Pie is optimizing kitchens for modern diners

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Fast-casual pizza franchise Your Pie is strategically expanding across the Southeast under CEO Ken Caldwell by blending its authentic, handcrafted Italian…

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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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LaRosa's named official pizza of Cincinnati Bearcats Athletics

August 26, 2026

LaRosa's Family Pizzeria has been named the official pizza of Cincinnati Athletics, according to a press release.

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Pizza Hut partners with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen for game day campaign

August 26, 2026

Pizza Hut has launched a national campaign alongside Pepsi and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, aiming to remind football fans that "gameday starts with…

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How to leverage training to reduce workplace risk

by Valerie Gritton

From cuts and burns to fatigue and inexperienced employees, pizzeria operators face a range of workplace risks. One expert shares how better training, early…

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