Papa Johns Canada brings back Butter Chicken Pizza

October 16, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has brought back one of its most popular menu items: the Butter Chicken Pizza, according to a press release.

Pizza Hut revamps Wing Wednesday

October 15, 2025

Pizza Hut has revamped its Wing Wednesday platform with 20 Lil' Wings for $10. The pizza brand has a new campaign to advertise it: Wingfluencer, according to a…

Taco Bell brings back Crispy Chicken now with kick

October 14, 2025

Taco Bell is bringing back Crispy Chicken favorites nationwide — this time with a kick! The brand is introducing Frank's RedHot Diablo Sauce. The sauce is a…

Sonic brings iced coffee drink to life with help from Jimmy Fallon

October 13, 2025

Following NBC's launch of its reality series, "On Brand with Jimmy Fallon," Sonic is bringing the winning creation from the show to life: the Bourbon Caramel…

Old Scratch Pizza leads with 'Midwesternly Neapolitan' pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast features Old Scratch Pizza founder Eric Soller discussing his journey from a culinary and corporate background to…

Reality star Karlie Redd talks good food, service, location at Fast Casual Executive Summit

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Karlie Redd shared brand success insight with attendees at the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Austin, Texas, on Sunday.

Del Taco launches Del Dorado Chicken Menu, extends Orange Cream Shake availability

October 6, 2025

Del Taco has launched the Del Dorado Chicken Menu featuring freshly grilled, marinated chicken, Salsa Roja and spicy hack cheese, according to a press release.

Bojangles adds Salted Caramel Apple Crisp to menu

September 29, 2025

Bojangles has added the Salted Caramel Apple Crisp to its menu just in time for Fall, according to a press release.

Playa Bowls Taps SynergySuite to Power Next Phase of Growth

Playa Bowls, with 200+ locations, selected SynergySuite as their AI-powered back-of-house tech partner to enhance food & labor management, automate…

The Secret Weapon Top Restaurant Chains Use to Win Back Margins

Top restaurant chains like Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Church's Chicken are pulling 2-8% extra margin by replacing spreadsheets & disconnected systems with…

Jack in the Box fights shrinkflation with larger drink cups, deals

September 19, 2025

Jack in the Box is fighting shrinkflation by bringing back bigger cup sizes, giving customers 25% more ounces in every soda, according to a press release.

Jollibee, KATSEYE team up for sandwich, fried chicken LTO launch

September 18, 2025

Jollibee has once again partnered with girl group KATSEYE to promote the brand's Korean chili offerings. Jollibee's KATSEYE Special Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich…

Hungry Howie's rolls out Detroit-style pizza nationwide

September 17, 2025

Flavored crust originator Hungry Howie's has added its first-ever Detroit-Style Pizza to its menu, according to a press release.

Lion’s Choice refuses to compromise despite rising beef costs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Despite rising beef prices, Lion's Choice, a St. Louis-based QSR, is refusing to compromise on the quality or portion size of its signature roast beef, instead…

Subway revitalizes Fresh Fit menu

September 11, 2025

Sandwich brand Subway is reintroducing its Fresh Fit menu with four sandwiches under 500 calories and a full serving of vegetables, according to a press…

Papa Johns offers Croissant Pizza for one day only

September 10, 2025

Papa Johns is offering its globally revered Croissant Pizza to U.S. Papa Rewards members for one day only, according to a press release.

How Papa Murphy's '$10 Tuesdays' promotion evolved

Pizza Marketplace Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Dallas Massey, SVP of marketing for Papa Murphy's Take N' Bake Pizza about the brand's $10 Tuesdays…

SynergySuite Recognized as a Utah Top Workplace for 2025

SynergySuite won the Top Workplaces 2025 award from Salt Lake Tribune for the second year running, based on employee feedback about culture. The restaurant…

Why 70% of Restaurant Managers Hate Inventory (and How to Fix It for Good)

70% of restaurant managers hate inventory because it wastes 4-6 hours monthly with manual counting, causes unexplained food cost spikes, and drives manager…

Newk's Eatery CEO discusses tech, its food quality and third-party delivery

In this episode of the Restaurant Operator Podcast, host Mandy Detwiler, editor of Pizza Marketplace and QSRweb.com, chats with Frank Paci, CEO of Newk's…