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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…
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4th annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to offer advice, tips to pizzeria operators
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
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…
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Why Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream betting the farm on supply chain transparency
by David Leonardo — CEO, Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream
David Leonardo, CEO of Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, reveals how requiring each location to source its dairy from within its state builds loyalty.
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Kura Sushi overall sales climb amid dip in comps
July 8, 2025
Kura Sushi USA Inc. reported a significant increase in total sales for its fiscal third quarter, ending May 31, 2025, reaching $74 million, up from $63.…
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Fresh Kitchen reopening after fire
July 8, 2025
Fresh Kitchen, a fast casual restaurant chain specializing in customizable, healthy bowls, is opening its largest location next year in South Tampa at 1719 W.
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How smart labeling can boost speed, accuracy in restaurants
July 8, 2025
In a webinar, "Smart Labeling for Growing Restaurants: Boost Speed, Accuracy and the Guest Experience," Star Micronics America Product Manager Bill Shuff will…
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Habit Burger's 'hot dads' featured in calendar, 'Live with Kelly & Mark'
July 8, 2025
Summer just got a little hotter with the release of the "Hot Dads of Habit x UFC GYM Calendar," now available for order online. The five-month calendar is a…
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SpotOn launches AI-powered menu recommendation
July 7, 2025
SpotOn, a restaurant management system, has launched "Picked for You," an AI-powered feature for its commission-free online ordering system, SpotOn Order.
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&pizza debuts Pina Colada Knots
July 7, 2025
&pizza has introduced Piña Colada Knots. The sweet treats are baked, packed with pineapple and finished with a rich coconut drizzle and toasted flakes…
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10 ways to deliver epic customer service
by Jim Knight — Founder & CEO, Knight Speaker
In a world where so much is automated and impersonal, exceptional service is a brand's most human and most powerful differentiator. It's not about being…
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3 ways to keep customers ordering your 'not-so-cheap' eats
by CJ Gaffney — VP Brand Strategy, Partners + Napier
A few Fridays ago, I found myself in the Wendy's drive-thru with three boys in the backseat and a trunk full of baseball gear. The sun was setting, nerves were…
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Thoma Bravo acquiring Olo for $2B
July 7, 2025
Olo Inc., an open SaaS platform serving over 750 restaurants, has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Thoma Bravo, a software investment firm, in…
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Rapper helping Zaxbys intro Lemon Pepper Wings
July 7, 2025
Atlanta-based Zaxbys is entering the dry rub market for the first time with the launch of its Lemon Pepper offerings, available for a limited time. To…
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Cali Coffee grinds away at Starbucks, Dunkin'
Join Fast Casual Nation host Paul Barron as he interviews Craig Avera, founder and CEO of Cali Coffee, a Florida-based drive-thru coffee chain that's doubled…
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Fast casual restaurants see June sales dip
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
July 2, 2025
Sales at small business restaurants, including many fast casual concepts, saw a slight year-over-year increase of 0.4% in June, but experienced a sharper 2.6…
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Azzip Pizza releases lobster roll pizza
July 1, 2025
Azzip Pizza has dreamed up the Shell Yeah! lobster roll pizza as its July Pizza of the Month.
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Fast casuals hanging on as consumers prioritize groceries amid cuts
July 1, 2025
While U.S. consumers are spending more than twice as much on groceries as on food at restaurants, fast casual brands remain a significant portion of their…
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Culinary Tides, Buona Companies, Roll Mobility leaders to give executive perspectives at Fast Casual Executive Summit
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Four speakers will give their executive perspectives in an address at the Fast Casual Executive Summit October 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
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Jamba CBO: Snacking is becoming the main course
by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com
Nathan Louer, chief brand officer of Jamba, reveals the brand's 'snackification' strategy.
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How Fry the Coop founder traded everything for freedom (and fried chicken)
On this episode of Founderology: Built to Breakthrough, we sit down with Joe Fontana who went from being stuck in a cubicle to running one of the most…
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