In an endless sea of chains and cookie-cutter pizzerias, you have to find a way to set yourself apart. One great way to do that, while giving back to your community, is to source ingredients locally whenever possible. U.S. Pizza Team member Lars Smith, owner of State of Mind Public … More
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Johnny Huntsman: A Family Man with Two Families
Johnny Huntsman, the founder of West Monroe, Louisiana-headquartered Johnny’s Pizza House (JPH), was a family man with more than one family. When he passed away in 2017, he left behind his wife of 30 years, two daughters and a son, plus several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. But his second family was … More
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Caputo: Crafting Customized Distinction for Pizza Restaurants
Every restaurant owner, chef and line cook knows that before that first bite is taken, you eat with your eyes. That is especially true in today’s Instagram-focused foodie climate. Your dish has to not only taste good on the plate, but it needs to have that ’gram-worthy appeal to bring … More
Business & Marketing
The Rules of Engagement: How to Get a Better Deal from Your Distributor
By Tracy Morin Are you constantly wheeling and dealing with multiple distributors to obtain the best price on every last item, down to the penny? Do you often feel like you and your sales rep are more “frenemies” than true partners? Stop the cycle of suspicion—there are surprisingly simple … More
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Domino’s Offers Half-Off Everything Ordered Online This Week
Domino’s is celebrating the hot days of summertime in the best way possible: 50 percent off all menu-priced pizzas ordered online July 15 to 21. This discount is available through Domino’s Delivery Hotspots where customers can receive their orders at nontraditional delivery locations like parks, beaches, local landmarks and even … More
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Fresh Brothers Toasts to Summer with Two New Speciality Pizzas
Fresh Brothers has launched new two summertime pizzas inspired by an Italian-style pizza. Four Cheese Truffle is a cheese aficionado’s dream, topped with a medley of cheese like mozzarella, asiago, cheddar, parmesan, and then sprinkled with real truffle zest. Meat lovers aren’t forgotten; they can chomp down on Pure Proscuitto which … More
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Rapid Fired Pizza Spices up the Summer with New Entrees
Rapid Fired Pizza is excited to announce two new entrees that will be available all July. Say aloha to the Luau, a customer favorite that is back by popular demand. This Hawaiian favorite starts off with an Applewood smoked BBQ sauce topped with mozzarella cheese, chicken, bacon, and of course … More
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How I Went Out of Business: The Hard Lessons of Failure
Ask an experienced operator for advice on starting out in the pizza industry, and a common response is, “Don’t do it!” Between the long hours, rising costs and ever-increasing competition, this industry can be as unforgiving as it is rewarding. Even those who jump into pizzeria ownership with great … More
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Say Cheese Wins Papa John’s 2019 Franchise of the Year
Papa John’s recognized Chris Rivers, owner of Say Cheese, Inc. that operates 11 Papa John’s restaurants in Alabama’s coastal region, as its 2019 Franchise of the Year at the company’s annual Operators Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. With over 5,000 restaurants worldwide, franchisees are nominated from each of four regions. Rivers’ … More
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Summer Suds: How to Make Perfect Pizza-and-Beer Pairings
When temperatures rise, customers typically ditch heavier winter beers (think porters and stouts) and reach for a lighter option to cool off. Of course, beer and pizza are a natural match, so when summer hits, you’ll want to rotate your beer styles to those refreshing varieties—and pair them smartly with … More
Business & Marketing
The NeXT Generation: How Steve Jobs Changed the Way We Sell Pizza
What do Steve Jobs and Sandra Bullock have in common? Believe it or not, both played a part in making online ordering a sales-driving powerhouse for pizzerias. The difference is that Bullock likely had no idea she was helping forge a new high-tech future for the pizza industry, while Jobs, … More
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GoDaddy Hosts Free Webinar for Pizzerias
Promotion can feel like slinging wet pasta at a wall to see what sticks. PMQ Pizza Magazine is partnering with GoDaddy to host a free webinar to help pizzeria owners how to increase their presence and convert likes to paying customers through Instagram. Emma Vaughn Called “4 Ways to Maximize … More