The owner of 550 Pizzeria in Laredo, Texas, believes in treating employees and customers alike with kindness and respect—and expects the same in return. After manifesting her childhood dream of owning a pizzeria, she is already thinking about expansion—and how she can make a real difference in the lives of … More
Videos
Using Technology to Deal With Those…Darn Phone Calls
Join PizzaCloud and PMQ as we learn to traverse the rocky terrain of handling customers’ needs in a quick, concise and consistent manner using today’s newest technology: *Multiple methods to deal with phone calls while understaffed *Call Centers/centralized call handling: If your POS system supports it, this is … More
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LIVE (7/12) – PMQ Live Update, Jonathan Porter, Chicago Pizza Tours
Leading up to the National Pizza & Pasta Show in Chicago, Jonathan Porter, owner of Chicago Pizza Tours, explains the traits of Chicago-style pizza , what he looks for when choosing pizzerias for his tours and why Windy City styles are so intriguing. CLICK HERE to get a reminder or … More
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Puppy Love: Turn Your Pizzeria into a Haven for Dog Owners
Americans went on a pet adoption spree at the height of the pandemic, and that could create a moneymaking opportunity for your pizzeria. If you’ve already got an outdoor dining space, turn it into a pet-friendly environment with pups-on-the-patio promotions and fundraisers for local shelters. Related: Cane Rosso Rescue gives … More
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Are QR Codes Here to Stay?
Many restaurant customers prefer the flexibility offered by QR codes in their dine-out experience.
Food & Ingredients
When Your Dough Comes Out Wet and Sticky
If you don’t cross-stack your pizza dough boxes in the cooler, you’re likely to end up with a common problem: wet and sticky dough. By cross-stacking the dough boxes when you first put them into the cooler, you will allow the moisture from condensation to escape from the boxes. Related: The secrets to creating … More
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How to Ease Stress for Your Pizzeria’s Servers
A study shows that restaurant servers are more stressed than doctors. Here's what you can do to help.
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Hop to It! 5 Ways to Celebrate Easter at Your Pizzeria
There's no rule that says pizzerias can't promote around the Easter holiday. You just need to think creatively.
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Staff and Ingredient Shortages Aside, Pizza Places Persevere With Technology
With the right technology, pizzerias are pushing through challenging times and finding success.
Web Exclusives
Small-Town Pizzeria Earns TV Coverage 3 Times in 1 Month
Army veteran Terry Boesch has only owned Whitewright Pizza since November, but he's already making it a household name in North Texas.
Business & Marketing
So You Want to Open Your First Pizzeria?
Here, we revisit an article by the late pizza legend Big Dave Ostrander, who explained what to expect on your journey to owning a pizzeria.
Web Exclusives
How to Create Short-Form Video Content for Your Pizzeria
TikTok or Instagram videos can be funny, educational or introductory, showcasing your brand in a way that doesn’t feel overly promotional.