Papa Johns Makes a Bold Run to Become the First Pizzeria Awarded a MICHELIN Star

No pizza establishment has ever earned a MICHELIN Star and Papa Johns is leading the charge to become the first. The brand is making a statement the world can rally behind: great pizza is star-worthy. With the launch of their new Pan Pizza, Papa Johns is ready to prove it.

“This is a love letter to a food that has shaped moments and memories for decades,” said Jenna Bromberg, Chief Marketing Officer at Papa...

Papa Murphy’s Brings Back the HeartBaker Pizza and Sweetheart of a Deal for Valentine’s Day 2026

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day with the return of the HeartBaker Pizza. The beloved seasonal favorite is perfectly shaped like a heart and ready to bake at home from Feb. 1st through 14th, 2026.

Made with Papa Murphy’s signature scratch-made dough, whole-milk mozzarella, and traditional red sauce, the HeartBaker Pizza lets guests choose their favorite, cheese or pepperoni, for a Valentine’s Day treat that’s fun to bake...

New Guidelines Spark a Protein-Driven Food Revolution in Foodservice

New dietary guidelines have now been out for a week.

In the update, Americans are encouraged to include protein foods at every meal, focusing on high-quality, nutrient-dense sources. The serving goals outlined in this report are 1.2–1.6 grams (approximately 0.042–0.056 ounces) of protein per kilogram of body weight per day.

"Pretty interesting shift toward protein overall. Under the previous 0.8 g/kg guidelines, intake would have been roughly 69 g/day, while the updated guidance implies about a +34 to...

Hunt Brothers® Pizza Brings Back Beloved Buffalo Chicken Pizza LTO

Hunt Brothers® Pizza, the #1 branded pizza program in the convenience store industry, announced the return of the Buffalo Chicken Pizza today, one of its most popular limited time offerings, starting January 19. The Hunt Brothers Pizza LTO program increases foot traffic and profits for thousands of c-store partners by leveraging both made-to-order and grab-and-go sales strategies.

"For 17 years, our Buffalo Chicken Pizza has been one of those special Limited Time Offers that consumers look forward...

QSR Firms McDonald’s and Little Caesars Highlight Plans for Resilience – Agri-Food Americas 2025

Supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures are testing the resilience of some of the leading names in the US Quick-Service Restaurant (QSR) sector, even as McDonald’s Corp and Little Caesars Enterprises press ahead with expansion plans and menu tweaks.   

On the sidelines of the recent Agri-Food Americas 2025 conference in Chicago, McDonald’s and Little Caesars executives both informed Expana that the current demand environment is significantly marked by volatility in traffic patterns and shifting consumer preferences. To mitigate risk with such trends

Domino's® Best Deal Ever Offer Has Returned!

Domino's Pizza Inc. is turning up the heat as summer winds down with the return of its "Best Deal Ever" promotion. For a limited time, starting on Aug. 25, customers can devour any pizza with any toppings for $9.99 each.

"Summer may be wrapping up, but the fun doesn't have to," said Kate Trumbull, Domino's executive vice president – chief marketing officer. "We're bringing back our hottest deal yet so customers can enjoy all sorts of delicious pizza combinations at a great value. Whether you're preparing...