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Food items aplenty at NACS Show
Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Curst, Green Bay, Wisconsin, sampled this Truffle Mushroom and Sausage pizza on one of its signature crusts.
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Convenience Stores Are a Pizza Destination Now More Than Ever
Now more than ever, convenience stores are the destination for Americans seeking pizza, according to insight from Alive and Kickin’ Pizza Crust (AK), Green Bay, Wisconsin, in its report...
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Off the Menu: Dining out for Easter brunch replaces home-cooked dinners
It wasn’t all that long ago that the typical Easter get-together featured a home-cooked dinner, the centerpiece of which was a baked ham or a roasted leg of lamb. In 2025, however, Easter...
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Tech adoption drives efficiency in commercial baking
Many bakeries integrate cloud-based solutions and automation to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance workforce engagement. One example is AK Pizza Crust, where digital...
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Baked-In Success: How Tech is Transforming the Baking Industry March 24, 2025
The commercial baking industry, employing nearly 800,000 workers and contributing $186 billion to the U.S. economy, is projected to grow at a steady rate of 6.6% CAGR in the upcoming years....
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Here are the pizza trends bubbling up in 2025
Pizza concepts went crazy for pickles and hot honey in 2024, with both those topping choices growing year over year, according to Technomic Ignite menu data. But what will be the hot...
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UWGB alumni recognition includes area business owners
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will recognize outstanding alumni and two honorary alumni at the 2025 Alumni Awards dinner March 27.
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Putting pineapple on pizza is a healthy upgrade. So why is it so controversial?
In 2022, Via 313, an Austin, Texas-based pizzeria chain serving Detroit-style slices, shared an Instagram post announcing its new pineapple pizza. Using a halved pineapple as a base instead...
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Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust Unveils the 2025 State of the Pizza Nation Report Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust Unveils the 2025 State of the Pizza Nation Report .
The Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust (AK Pizza Crust) team is thrilled to announce the release of its 2025 State of the Pizza Nation report. The report is an exclusive, free resource that serves...
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New Food, Beverage Offerings at NACS Show Bring Fresh Flavors, Innovations
Bellarico Pizza from Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust, Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a fully topped frozen pizza.
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Pizza Primo
AK Pizza Crust launches its Pizza Primo line, a comprehensive pizza component program that includes a diverse range of easy-to-use pizza products tailored to operators facing space or...
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AK Pizza Crust Unveils the Latest Trends in the Pizza Industry for 2024
AK Pizza Crust’s free State of the Pizza Nation 2024 offers an extensive exploration of industry trends and tips.
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AK Pizza Crust rolls out pizza trends for 2024
Predictions for the pizza industry in 2024 include a focus on food as a status symbol, consumer interest in replicating posh experiences through “dupes” and food as a form of...
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AK Pizza Crust Unveils the Latest Trends in the Pizza Industry for 2024
Green Bay, Wis. – As pizza aficionados eagerly anticipate the year ahead, the AK Pizza Crust team unveils the ultimate guide to revolutionizing the pizza industry in The State of the Pizza...
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Top Your Competition: Pizza Trends for 2024
Elevate your pizza program in 2024 by with the latest consumer preferences, style innovations, and flavor trends.
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Take a Big Bite: Food, Beverage Aplenty at 2023 NACS Show
Reformulated Chester’s Chicken sandwich, vegetarian breakfast patty, new nitro energy teas, biscuit roll-ups and more.
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Pizza Party Creators: 10 million pizzas made each year at Green Bay business
October is Manufacturing Month Ten million pizzas are made each year at Hansen Foods in Green Bay, according to the CEO of Hansen Foods' parent company Watch the video to hear from a pizza...
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Alive & Kickin' Pizza NY-style dough balls bring signature flavour and chew
Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust has launched versatile, ready-to-use frozen dough balls crafted to deliver a traditional light chew and fresh, yeasty flavour.
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12 Ways to Upgrade Your Frozen Pizza
Let’s face it –– pizza delivery is expensive. While it’s an attractive option for a quick dinner after a long day, you may be looking for cheaper alternatives that let you get a slice of...
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Five Tips for Crafting a Successful Pizza Program
Keep your operation agile and focused on customer satisfaction. Crafting a premium, on-trend pizza program can bring some unique challenges for convenience stores. But with the right...
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Optimize Staff and Resources with Pre-Made Food Products
Learn how the foodservice industry can stay competitive and fresh amid widespread food and labor shortages. As consumers watch food prices continue to rise, the demand for cost-effective...
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Top Pizza With Value, Flavor, Report Says
Pizza is as popular as it has ever been, but it's still important for convenience stores and restaurants to deliver on affordability, value and flavor. In Fully Loaded: The State of the...
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Enriched Dough Market
Enriched Dough Market Analysis, By Type (Challah, Brioche, Cinnamon Rolls, Danish, Sticky Buns) By Application (Bread, Cookies, Biscuits, Rolls, Pasta, Cakes), By Distribution Channel...
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