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A taste of home: the 40-year legacy of Figaro's Italian Pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After more than 40 years, Figaro's Italian Pizza continues to thrive as a nostalgic, small-town pizza franchise because of its innovative "We Bake or You Bake…

Peter Piper Pizza gives away 99 birthday parties in 3 cities

July 29, 2025

Peter Piper Pizza is giving away 99 birthday parties in Phoenix, Tucson and Albuquerque in an online sweepstakes to honor the month of August, the month with…

Nominations now open for Pizza Marketplace's 'Pizza Brands to Watch 2026' report

July 25, 2025

Pizza Marketplace's annual Pizza Brands to Watch 2026 report will highlight pizza brands of note. The nomination deadline is August 15.

Speaker Spotlight: Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

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

Andy Huang, VP/COO, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is one of dozens of panelists participating in the upcoming Fast Casual Executive Summit.

Back to basics: Leona's Pizzeria & Restaurant revitalized by family's dedication, original recipes

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Leona's Pizzeria, a Chicago legacy brand celebrating its 75th anniversary, is experiencing a resurgence under new family ownership that's dedicated to…

A&W marketing leader's diverse background plays role in brand strategy

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of QSRweb and Pizza Marketplace, chats with Amanda Potts, vice president of…

Sacoa Cashless System celebrates 23-year partnership with America’s Incredible Pizza Company

July 18, 2025

Sacoa Cashless System is recognizing its 23-year partnership with America's Incredible Pizza Company as IPC prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026…

Speaker Spotlight: Susan Taylor, Juice It Up CEO and president

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Susan Taylor, CEO and president of Juice It Up, shares a look at her career, achievements and industry trends ahead of her appearance at Fast Casual Executive…

How to navigate the drive-thru landscape

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

How can drive-thrus navigate long waits, order accuracy and innovative tech? A panel at the Fast Casual Executive Summit will take a deep dive into the…

Pizza Inn proves some traditions (and value) never go out of style

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After surviving significant decline, Pizza Inn has engineered a remarkable comeback by leveraging its nostalgic buffet concept, achieving impressive financial…

Report reveals increased focus on food, labor cost controls

July 16, 2025

Restaurant leaders are reporting continued food and labor cost increases, with 89% experiencing rising staff expenses, according to a Restaurant365 study.

Keeping the Maine thing the main thing: How 2 'Cousins' built a global brand

In this episode of Founderology: Built to Breakthrough, Sabin Lomac—co-founder of Cousins Maine Lobster—shares how one wild night idea with his cousin Jim…

Giordano's partners with The Original Rainbow Cone

July 14, 2025

Chicago staple Giordano's has partnered with The Original Rainbow Cone to launch its latest installment in its "Chi-Town Flavors" series, a curated collection…

Speaker Spotlight: Sherif Mityas, BRIX Holdings CEO

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Sherif Mityas, CEO of BRIX Holdings Inc., is no stranger to flying high whether in an airplane or in his role. At the Fast Casual Summit, he will discuss how…

Little Caesars launches first-ever 'More for $9.99' menu

July 10, 2025

Detroit, Michigan-based Little Caesars has launched its first-ever value menu. The More for $9.99 menu offers a variety of menu-mix options, according to a…

Cascadia Pizza Co. to host fundraiser for fallen firefighters

July 9, 2025

On Thursday, July 10, Cascadia Pizza Co. in in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho will donate 100% of all sales to the fallen firefighters who were shot by a sniper while…

Bright Penny Brewing Co. pairs signature craft beer with pizza

In this episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace, chats with Tory Williams, general manager of Bright Penny…

4th annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to offer advice, tips to pizzeria operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit will take place July 30 and will feature a keynote address with the president and CEO of Donatos Pizza and a variety of…

America's Incredible Pizza Company rebrands for 25th anniversary

July 8, 2025

America's Incredible Pizza Company will undergo a rebranding initiative as the company prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026.