Planning a wedding is hard enough—postponing or canceling a wedding can be devastating. Domino’s hopes to ease the pain a bit with its new Rain Check Registry, which allows friends and loved ones to show their support by sending pizza to frustrated couples who can’t tie the knot according to … More
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Michigan Set to Legalize Carryout Cocktails for Restaurants and Bars
Restaurant owners in Michigan are ready to propose a toast to lawmakers for legalizing carryout cocktails as a way to help boost sales and profits during the pandemic. The Michigan Legislature on Wednesday approved a bill that allows customers to buy cocktails from restaurants and bars for pickup or delivery. … More
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Buddy’s Pizza Celebrates 74th Anniversary With $7.40 Discount Cards
Few pizza chains, if any, are more closely identified with a specific city than Buddy’s Pizza in Detroit. In honor of the iconic company that reportedly invented Detroit-style pizza, then-Detroit Mayor Dave Bing even proclaimed June 23 as Buddy’s Pizza Day back in 2011—and the annual celebration has continued ever … More
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Rosati’s Pizza CEO Rick Rosati Dies at 70
Fredric “Rick” Rosati, CEO of the national pizza restaurant group Rosati’s Pizza, passed away unexpectedly June 15 at the age of 70 at his home in Cave Creek, Arizona. He died of natural causes. Rosati was the driving force to franchise the Rosati’s Pizza concept in 1979. He opened his … More
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Virginia Pizzeria Reopens for Dine-In With a Tropical Twist
With carryout going gangbusters at Lena’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap, giving up much of the eatery’s limited space for half-capacity dine-in service just didn’t make sense to owner Dave Nicholas. Instead, he took the operation, located in Alexandria, Virginia, in a decidedly different direction: He turned his upstairs deck into … More
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National Restaurant Association President Praises SCOTUS’ Ruling on DACA
The president of the National Restaurant Association (NRA) praised the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the Deferred Access for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program as a “validation of the American dream.” The nation’s highest court last week blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to dismantle the program created by former President … More
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Wisconsin Pizzeria Gives Away Free Pizza to Peacemakers
It’s hard to stay angry with a slice of fresh, hot pizza in your mouth—and that’s what Don Calhoun, owner of a Glass Nickel Pizza location in Wausau, Wisconsin, is counting on with his new “Give Pizza Chance” promotion. The Glass Nickel store currently offers curbside pickup and contactless delivery … More
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&pizza Will Close All Its Restaurants on Election Day
The Washington, D.C.-based pizza chain that gives its employees paid time off (PTO) for political activism has gone one step further, announcing that it will close all of its stores on November 3 to encourage its workers and surrounding communities to vote in the election. &pizza, founded by CEO Michael … More
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This Leading Pizza Chain Had a Record-Breaking Week in Off-Premise Sales
After several troubled years, Pizza Hut, the world’s No. 2 pizza chain, bounced back with a record-breaking week of off-premise sales last month, according to parent company Yum Brands. In early May, Pizza Hut had its highest delivery and carryout average sales week in the past eight years, Yum Brands … More
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Pieology Launches New ‘Signature’ Pizzas for Summer Pizzazz
Pieology Pizzeria is welcoming summer by giving their menu a little extra pizzazz, expanding customer options and simplifying online ordering so that everyone can safely enjoy their pizza all summer long. Pieology launched a new menu and ordering system for all U.S. locations, including Hawaii & Guam, on June 9. … More
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Flashy New Pizza Robot Makes Pies Before Your Eyes With Theatrical Flair
A flashy new pizza vending machine gives you more than just a hot, fresh-baked pie—it puts on a pizza-making show while you wait. Thanks to a transparent window at the front of the Piestro, customers can watch the pizza being assembled, complete with moving robotic arms, colorful dispensers that spew … More
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Oath Pizza Raises Funds for Home Serving At-Risk LGBTQ+ Youth During Pride Month
Oath Pizza is honoring Pride 2020 throughout the month of June by raising funds for the Waltham House at The Home for Little Wanderers, which provides a supportive living environment and mental health services for at-risk LGBTQ+ youth. With every purchase of Oath’s new craft pizza care packages, the company … More