Italian/Pizza News & Media

Pepperoni lover? Papa Johns' got you with Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza

September 1, 2026

Papa Johns has launched the Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza, which features 30% more pepperoni than the chain's standard large pepperoni pizza, according to a press…

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Casey's breakfast pizza returns in time for football season

August 27, 2026

Casey's is bringing back its breakfast pizza as the "Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs" for the 2026-2027 college football season. The convenience store and…

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Papa Johns, PopUp Bagels team up for limited-time schmear drop

August 26, 2026

Papa Johns and PopUp Bagels are teaming up to launch a pair of limited-time bagel schmears inspired by the pizza chain's signature pepperoncini and Special…

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Pizza Hut partners with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen for game day campaign

August 26, 2026

Pizza Hut has launched a national campaign alongside Pepsi and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, aiming to remind football fans that "gameday starts with…

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Papa Johns partners with KM Capital to expand footprint in Mexico

August 25, 2026

Mexico-based private investment firm KM Capital has joined Papa Johns as its new franchise partner in Mexico, assuming leadership of 44 existing restaurants…

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Largest Marco's Pizza franchisee HRG acquires 5 stores

August 19, 2026

Hoogland Restaurant Group, a Highland Ventures company, has acquired five Marco's Pizza locations in Tennessee and Texas, bolstering its status as the nation's…

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Papa Murphy's launches Grandma's Pizza to celebrate return of Italian sausage

August 18, 2026

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza has permanently brought back chunky Italian sausage to its menu, and is launching Grandma's Pizza, an LTO available through…

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Sbarro celebrates 70 years with One Iconic Slice campaign

August 17, 2026

In celebration of Sbarro's 70th anniversary, the company has launched its "70 Years – One Iconic Slice" campaign. The campaign recognizes seven decades of…

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Papa Johns Canada launches Pan Pizza

August 17, 2026

Beginning today, Papa Johns Canada is introducing its highly anticipated Pan Pizza, the company said in a news release.

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Domino's launches namesake individual-sized pizza

August 11, 2026

Domino's Pizza Inc. has launched the Domino, a new Detroit-style pizza made for individual diners. The new pizza will be available nationwide Aug. 31…

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Pizza Hut launches limited-time 'Throwback Value Menu' with items starting at $3

July 15, 2026

Pizza Hut has launched a limited-time Throwback Value Menu nationwide, featuring a selection of classic and new items with prices starting at $3, according to…

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Dodo Pizza’s playbook for international success

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

In this Pizza Marketplace podcast, executives from Dodo Brands discuss how the company uses its proprietary technology platform and a balance of global…

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Sbarro launches limited-time Spicy Calabrian Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza

July 7, 2026

Sbarro has launched its new Spicy Calabrian Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza, available from now through Aug. 16 at participating locations across the United…

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Hungry Howie’s adds Spicy Sesame to flavored crust lineup for summer

June 30, 2026

Hungry Howie's has debuted its newest limited-time innovation, Spicy Sesame Flavored Crust, which will be available from now through the end of September, or…

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Little Caesars creates specialty pizza for upcoming 'Spider-Man' film

June 22, 2026

Little Caesars has partnered with Sony Pictures' "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" ahead of the movie's theatrical release on July 31, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns releases its biggest pizza yet

November 4, 2025

Papa Johns just launched its biggest pizza yet, The Grand Papa, according to a press release.

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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…

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Pizza Hut launches Crafted Flatzz hand-crafted personal pizza

August 20, 2025

Pizza Hut has released its Crafted Flatzz, a LTO pizza lineup designed to bring both flavors and big energy. Crafted Flatzz are $5 before 5 p.m. in the U.S.…

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Sbarro partners with Mike's Hot Honey on Double Duo Pizza

August 4, 2025

Starting this week, guests at Sbarro restaurants can "Eat the Heat" by adding a drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey to their Double Duo Pizza, The Double Duo Pizza…

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Driven by taste: Saroki's rapid rise in the QSR gas station market

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Saroki's Crispy Chicken & Pizza, a Michigan-based QSR chain, has rapidly expanded to 19 locations since 2012 by focusing on quality ingredients, consistent…

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