Hobart to Give Away Custom-Designed Mixer and Food Processor at the International Pizza Expo 2026 TROY, Ohio (Dec. 15, 2025) – Hobart, the premium commercial food equipment manufacturer known for designing and building some of the most reliable, must-have equipment,...
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The Commitment Continues | Commentary
I’ve spent over 22 years in journalism and have been honored to serve 14 of those in the pizza industry. When I walked into Jeremy White’s office to interview for an associate editor position at Pizza Today in February 2011, I knew I had encountered something special....
Best Slope Pizza, Hotchkiss, Colorado | A Conversation
Conversation With Brandt Bishop of Best Slope Pizza Concept: We’re a mobile Neapolitan pizzeria. We are willing to come virtually anywhere, and I’ve built out some different setups where we can set up under a tent. Soon, I’ll have a pizza trailer we’ll be pulling...
Who’s the Boss? | Mike’s Monthly Tip
Define Restaurant Roles to Unlock Real Revenue I’ve seen it again and again. A restaurant struggling not because the food’s off, not because labor is a mess, but because nobody knows who’s in charge. I’m not talking about the person on the lease. I’m talking about the...
St. George Pizza, Warren Maine | Destinations
St. George Pizza is a neighborhood pizza parlor in Warren, Maine, serving New York-style Sicilian square pies alongside craft beverages and soft serve. Operator Megs Senk says she was drawn to the style because “it’s the kind of food that feels comforting and...
Dough of a Different Color | Knead to Know
How to Work With Trending Inclusions in Pizza Dough So you’ve finally mastered your dough recipe and now you want to jump outside of the box and kick it up a notch. There are a lot of creative ways to have fun with your dough, just like the bread world does. Think...
Motion Technology Inc. Introduces the AutoFry PrepShelf
The AutoFry PrepShelf: ‘Let Us Hold That for You!’ Hudson, Massachusetts (Nov. 25, 2025) – Motion Technology Inc., the leader in ventless, automated frying solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its newest accessory for the AutoFry: the AutoFry PrepShelf....
Home Run Inn Serves Up Pizza-Inspired Gift Ideas for Every Fan
From stocking stuffers to playful apparel and pet gifts, the iconic Chicago pizzeria unveils a festive lineup for the 2025 holiday season CHICAGO (Nov. 25, 2025) — Home Run Inn, Chicago’s iconic family-owned pizzeria since 1947, is bringing holiday joy to pizza lovers...
Create LTOs From Existing Products | Building Blocks
Create Limited Time Offers From Existing Products Creating meaningful Limited Time Offers (LTOs) can help you stand out in a very competitive market. The big corporations always are looking for the next big special, such as the McRib or the Double Decker Taco. Your...
Creating a Restaurant Succession Plan That Works
Start preparing for the next chapter of your pizzeria Linda Connolly always knew that her son, Will, would one day take over Linda’s New York Pizza in Rochester. The change of hands started slowly in 2015, but when Linda had a knee surgery scheduled about 2½ years...
School’s In Session | Pizza Expo Spotlight
March 24-26, 2026 – Las Vegas Convention Center To succeed in today’s fiercely competitive marketplace, you need access to all the latest trends, strategies and product innovations. Designed for pizzeria owners and operators, the International Pizza Expo has something...
General Mills Foodservice Celebrates the Pillsbury™ Doughboy’s 60th Birthday
Foodservice operators invited to join the fun with the Doughboy’s favorite desserts and a free giveaway (while supplies last) It’s time to say “hoo-hoo!”as the Pillsbury™ Doughboy™ turns 60! To mark this delicious milestone, General Mills Foodservice is celebrating...












