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Malaysian Reserve
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
A Legendary Pairing: Marco's Pizza and "Karate Kid: Legends" Unite to Kick Off the Big Screen Release of the Newest Film in the Beloved Franchise
Marco's Pizza Delivers a Slice of Action to Fans with Legendary Pepperoni Magnifico Pizza Offer TOLEDO, Ohio, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, announces today the launch of a new national co-promotion with Sony Pictures' Karate Kid: Legends, the newest installment in the beloved Karate Kid franchise, premiering in theatres on Friday, May 30. From May 19 to June 8, Marco's Pizza is serving up an unbeatable offer for fans to kick off the release of the film: the Karate Kid Special – a large Pepperoni Magnifico Pizza for just $9.99 with the code LEGENDS*. Marco's legendary Pepperoni Magnifico features both classic and crispy, cupped Old World Pepperoni®, three fresh cheeses, a garlic-sauce crust, and signature Romesan seasoning. The brand kicked off the co-promotion today with a multi-channel marketing campaign which includes TV as well as radio, digital, social media, and in-store activations. The spot nods to the film, which features pizza-making and shines a spotlight on the importance of training and craftsmanship. At Marco's Pizza, our pizza makers diligently craft each pizza with the same rigor as the martial arts masters mentor and train their protégé in Karate Kid: Legends. Starting from fresh dough made in-house daily to crust baked to golden perfection, Marco's Pizza demonstrates its commitment to craftmanship in every store, every day. Topped with our founder's signature sauce, a fresh, never frozen blend of three real cheeses and premium toppings on house-made dough, Marco's full line-up of pizzas give consumers deliciously bold, fresh flavors they crave. 'Similar to how Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) guide the new Karate Kid, Li (Ben Wang), on his journey to mastering kung fu and karate in Karate Kid: Legends, this collaboration highlights the importance of training and craftsmanship — values that are core to Marco's approach. As one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, this initiative allows us to engage a broad, passionate audience through a beloved franchise with national reach,' said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP, Brand Strategy & Partnerships, Sony Pictures Entertainment. 'Much like the themes from this legendary franchise, Marco's Pizza continues to rise as an unexpected brand against our competitors. We hold our delicious pizzas and menu items to a high standard, delivering superior quality and next-level flavor,' said Denise Lauer, Chief Marketing Officer, Marco's Franchising, LLC. 'The opportunity to co-promote Karate Kid: Legends, a movie and franchise that resonates across generations, gives us a powerful cultural moment to connect with fans and invite new guests to experience our menu with a special offer.' For more information about this offer, Marco's Pizza and to find your nearest location, please visit or download our mobile app available on the App Store or Google Play. ABOUT MARCO'S PIZZAHeadquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Marco's Pizza is one of the fastest-growing pizza brands in the United States. Marco's was founded in 1978 by Italian-born Pasquale ('Pat') Giammarco and thrives to deliver a high-quality pizza experience, known for its dough made from scratch and its three fresh signature cheeses. The company has grown from its roots as a beloved Ohio brand to operate over 1,200 stores in 35 states with locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and Mexico. Most recently, Marco's was recognized as America's Favorite Restaurant in the Limited-Service Pizza category by Nation's Restaurant News using Technomic Ignite Consumer 2024 dataꝉ. Other recent accolades include ranking No. 48 on Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 'Franchise 500' ranking, earning a coveted spot as the only top 5 pizza chain to rank on Newsweek's 2025 'America's Best Customer Service' in pizza chains list, earning a spot on QSR's Top 50, and being featured on Nation's Restaurant News' prestigious 'Top 500' ranking. ABOUT KARATE KID: LEGENDSKarate Kid: Legends unites the iconic martial arts masters of one of the most beloved film franchises of all time to tell a completely new story full of action and heart. When kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang) relocates to New York City with his mother to attend a prestigious new school, he finds solace in a new friendship with a classmate and her father. But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle. Written by Rob Lieber. Produced by Karen Rosenfelt. Executive producers are Jenny Hinkey and Ralph Macchio. Starring Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, the film also stars Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley and Ming-Na Wen. *12.99 in residents use code: LEGENDSCA. Valid on the Large Pepperoni Magnifico® only for a limited time. No substitutions. Not valid on catering orders, with other offers or discounts or through 3rd-party delivery apps. Price and participation may vary. Delivery orders must meet stated minimum. Delivery fee/tax extra (varies by store). Other restrictions may apply. See store or for details. ©/® 2025 MP Marks, LLC. All Rights Reserved. ꝉAccording to Technomic's 2024 America's Favorite Restaurants data, Marco's Pizza secured the top spot in the Limited-Service Pizza category with a 53.4% composite top-box rating, indicating the share of recent guests who gave the brand the highest possible rating for each of the guest experience attributes. Data for America's Favorite Chains comes from Technomic Ignite Consumer, which collects information about how brands impact consumers and how consumers interact with those brands, via online surveys. See here for more information:
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Marco's Pizza® Unveils a Craveable Twist on a Classic Side with New Pepperoni Bread
Marco's Pizza Rolls Out Latest Limited Time Offer: Aims to Elevate Mealtime Across the Country TOLEDO, Ohio, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, brings bold new flavor to its menu with the introduction of Pepperoni Bread. This craveable side features a Marco's twist on America's favorite pizza topping with crispy, shredded pepperoni. For a limited time, pepperoni lovers can indulge in the bold new side for just $5* at participating Marco's locations. Complimenting Marco's signature CheezyBread, the all-new Pepperoni Bread takes flavor to the next level with bold crispy, shredded pepperoni. Created by Marco's Italian founder Pasquale ("Pat") Giammarco, this tasty side features crispy shredded pepperoni layered underneath three fresh cheeses, and finished with garlic sauce and Marco's signature Romesan seasoning, delivering an irresistibly rich, pepperoni-forward taste in every bite. Pepperoni Bread showcases Marco's commitment to crave-worthy flavors, spotlighting the brand's pepperoni variety, including classic, Old World, and crispy shredded pepperoni. Fans of the Triple Pepperoni Magnifico—which also highlights the crispy, shredded variety—will recognize the satisfying crunch and deep flavor that turns America's favorite pizza topping into a must-have companion to any pizza meal. For pizza lovers who want more, the all-new Pepperoni Bread joins the Marco's More Menu**, giving customers another delicious way to indulge at an unbeatable value. With over 30 crave-worthy menu items, including pizza, wings, sides, and desserts, the Marco's More Menu makes it easy to mix, match, and maximize every order. Now, for just $5* customers can enjoy the bold, crispy goodness of Pepperoni Bread alongside other mouthwatering Marco's favorites, making it the perfect addition for any occasion. "At Marco's Pizza, we know that the perfect side can take pizza night to the next level, and our new Pepperoni Bread is here to steal the spotlight," said Chief Marketing Officer Denise Lauer of Marco's Pizza. "With layers of crispy, shredded pepperoni and gooey cheese, we've taken a beloved side and made it the ultimate sidekick to our delicious menu items at a value-forward price." For more information about these offers and Marco's Pizza, and to find your nearest location, please visit or download our mobile app available on the App Store or Google Play. ABOUT MARCO'S PIZZA Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Marco's Pizza is one of the fastest-growing pizza brands in the United States. Marco's was founded in 1978 by Italian-born Pasquale ("Pat") Giammarco and thrives to deliver a high-quality pizza experience, known for its dough made from scratch and its three fresh signature cheeses. The company has grown from its roots as a beloved Ohio brand to operate over 1,200 stores in 35 states with locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and Mexico. Most recently, Marco's was recognized as America's Favorite Restaurant in the Limited-Service Pizza category by Nation's Restaurant News using Technomic Ignite Consumer 2024 dataꝉꝉ. Other recent accolades include ranking No. 48 on Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 "Franchise 500" ranking, earning a coveted spot as the only top 5 pizza chain to rank on Newsweek's 2025 "America's Best Customer Service" in pizza chains list, earning a spot on QSR's Top 50, and being featured on Nation's Restaurant News' prestigious "Top 500" ranking. * California prices higher. Delivery fee/tax extra (varies by store). Delivery orders must meet stated minimum. Other restrictions may apply – see store or for details. ** MINIMUM SPEND AND TIERED PRICES HIGHER AT CERTAIN LOCATIONS. Use code MOREMENU. Valid on the Marco's More Menu only with minimum $7.99 spend (min. $8.99 spend required at some locations - use code GETMORE). For a limited time at participating stores. Order must include all required items. Not valid on catering, with other offers or discounts, or through 3rd-party delivery apps. Price, product availability, and delivery fee may vary. Lowest price of menu or MMM tier price prevails. Other restrictions may apply. See store or for details. ꝉꝉAccording to Technomic's 2024 America's Favorite Restaurants data, Marco's Pizza secured the top spot in the Limited-Service Pizza category with a 53.4% composite top-box rating, indicating the share of recent guests who gave the brand the highest possible rating for each of the guest experience attributes. Data for America's Favorite Chains comes from Technomic Ignite Consumer, which collects information about how brands impact consumers and how consumers interact with those brands, via online surveys. See here for more information: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Marco's Pizza Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Marco's Pizza Wins FRANdata's 2025 TopScore FUND Award
Leading Pizza Brand Named "Most Lender-Friendly Restaurant Franchise" TOLEDO, Ohio, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, is the winner of FRANdata's prestigious 2025 TopScore FUND Award in the food category. Announced today at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC) in Las Vegas, this accolade reinforces Marco's industry leadership in helping foster franchisee growth through unparalleled access to financing and lending opportunities. The honor underscores Marco's commitment to making franchise ownership more attainable. By prioritizing financial guidance as a cornerstone of its growth strategy, the over 1,200-unit brand has paved way for accelerated expansion and an increasing network of franchisees. In addition to receiving the TopScore FUND Award in the food category, Marco's also proudly ranks number 1 in pizza among the more than 250 brands attending MUFC. The FUND score, a proprietary franchise credit risk rating, evaluates 12 critical financial categories – including Historical Unit Success Rate™, unit profitability, and support systems. Information about brands that excel in these areas, like Marco's Pizza, helps lenders determine financing for franchisees. The FUND scoring system is widely adopted by financial institutions representing over five trillion dollars in assets, playing a key role in determining loan terms and capital reserves for small business financing. "Marco's Pizza has built an effective franchise system that consistently achieves a top credit risk rating within the food category," said Darrell Johnson, CEO of FRANdata. "With their consistent growth, strong franchisee support, and seasoned leadership team, it's clear why Marco's Pizza has earned the TopScore FUND Award. This is a brand that's serious about doing things the right way—providing reassurance for franchisees and lenders alike." Recognizing the challenges entrepreneurs face when securing funding, Marco's Pizza has built strong partnerships with seven preferred banks and lending institutions. Through quarterly meetings, the Marco's finance team provides key updates on the state of the business, growth, and performance. As a result, banks are in a better position to lend favorably to individual Marco's franchisees. "We believe that franchise ownership should be an attainable dream – not an overwhelming financial hurdle," said Gerardo Flores, Chief Development Officer of Marco's Pizza. "Being recognized with the 2025 TopScore FUND Award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to supporting our franchisees with industry-leading financing guidance and resources. We've worked diligently to build strong lender relationships, create innovative incentive programs, and remove barriers to entry, all to ensure that entrepreneurs have a clear and confident path to ownership." Beyond financial accessibility, Marco's is taking bold steps to empower future franchise owners. The newly launched Franchise Development Incentive Program provides multi-unit franchisees with early-stage royalty incentives starting at 0%*. Coupled with a comprehensive development support system, including technology and tools to help identify territories for expansion, plus support in real estate, construction management, and field operations, Marco's provides unparalleled resources to franchisees. Prospects are taking note of the business opportunity, as the Marco's Franchising Franchise Disclosure Document reports the Top 50% of Marco's franchised stores generated average net royalty sales of AUV $1,208,653 during the 2023 fiscal year**. For more information Marco's Pizza franchise opportunities, visit or contact Jamie Cecil at jcecil@ or 866-731-8209. ABOUT MARCO'S PIZZA Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Marco's Pizza is one of the fastest-growing pizza brands in the United States. Marco's was founded in 1978 by Italian-born Pasquale ("Pat") Giammarco and thrives to deliver a high-quality pizza experience, known for its dough made from scratch and its three fresh signature cheeses. The company has grown from its roots as a beloved Ohio brand to operate over 1,200 stores in 35 states with locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and Mexico. Most recently, Marco's was recognized as America's Favorite Restaurant in the Limited-Service Pizza category by Nation's Restaurant News using Technomic Ignite Consumer 2024 dataꝉꝉ. Other recent accolades include ranking No. 48 on Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 "Franchise 500" ranking, earning a coveted spot as the only top 5 pizza chain to rank on Newsweek's 2025 "America's Best Customer Service" in pizza chains list, earning a spot on QSR's Top 50, and being featured on Nation's Restaurant News' prestigious "Top 500" ranking. ABOUT FRANdataFor over 35 years, FRANdata has been a leading research and consulting firm, providing industry-defining market intelligence to fuel the growth of businesses in franchising. With a focus on independent and comprehensive insights into the franchise ecosystem, FRANdata utilizes the largest proprietary database in the industry to craft winning strategies that elevate client success from average to exceptional. FRANdata has been the source for Franchise Update's Mega99, Multi-Brand 50, and the Dominator's rankings for more than 10 years, and are frequently referenced as franchise experts in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, Bloomberg, Entrepreneur Magazine, the Franchise Times, and Franchise Update. For more information go to *The information provided in this article should not be construed as an offer to sell any Marco's Pizza® franchises in, nor is any such communication directed to, the residents of any jurisdiction requiring registration of the franchise before it is offered and sold in that jurisdiction. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Marco's Pizza® franchises will not be sold to any resident of such jurisdiction until the offering has been exempted from the requirements of, or duly registered in and declared effective by, such jurisdiction and the required franchise disclosure document (if applicable) has been delivered to the prospective franchisee before the sale in compliance with applicable law. Additionally, the participant must meet our financial, creditworthiness, and operational criteria to qualify for the incentive program and be approved by us to open each Store. If the franchisee is a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, or other legal entity, the qualifying participant must maintain at least 50% ownership in the entity, as well as the qualifying existing Stores, to qualify for this program, and the franchisee must comply with program requirements. In the event the participant fails at any time to meet the timelines to qualify for the applicable incentive program while developing a Store, the Store being developed and any remaining unopened Stores to be developed will pay the then-current standard Royalty Fee rate. See Marco's Franchising's Franchise Disclosure Document for more information. To qualify for the incentive program, the participant must sign a development agreement and open the stores within the following timeframes: 1st Store within 365 days of signing; 2nd Store within 6 months of 1st store opening; 3rd Store within 6 months of 2nd store opening; 4th Store within 6 months of 3rd store opening; 5th Store within 6 months of 4th store opening. **Based on the Average Sales Volume of the top 50% of U.S. Franchised Stores for our fiscal year 2023. Based on our fiscal year 2023, 185 of 447 Franchised Stores in the category (or 41%) met or exceeded this average. This information appears in Item 19 of Marco's Franchising's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD") - please refer to our FDD for complete information on financial performance. Individual results may differ. There is no assurance that any franchisee will perform as well. ꝉꝉAccording to Technomic's 2024 America's Favorite Restaurants data, Marco's Pizza secured the top spot in the Limited-Service Pizza category with a 53.4% composite top-box rating, indicating the share of recent guests who gave the brand the highest possible rating for each of the guest experience attributes. Data for America's Favorite Chains comes from Technomic Ignite Consumer, which collects information about how brands impact consumers and how consumers interact with those brands, via online surveys. See here for more information: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Marco's Pizza Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
19-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Marco's Pizza Rolls Out Franchise Development Incentive Program with 0% Royalties to Start*
Growing Pizza Brand Eases Path to Ownership in Ever-Changing Economy with Phased Royalty Reductions TOLEDO, Ohio, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marco's Pizza, one of the nation's fastest-growing pizza brands, announces the launch of its new Franchise Development Royalty Incentive Program designed to empower aspiring, qualified multi-unit franchise owners with early-stage royalty incentives starting at 0%*. In the face of an ever-changing economy, including inflation pressures and increased minimum wage rates, the program aims to help entrepreneurs step into ownership. 'As a brand committed to responsible franchising, we're mindful of the cost pressures today's franchise candidates face,' said Gerardo Flores, Chief Development Officer of Marco's Pizza. 'Our goal is to make franchise ownership more accessible and ease multi-unit franchisees' initial costs. By managing controllable costs, we're proud to offer a program that reflects our commitment to supporting future owners as they navigating this ever-changing economic landscape.' Incentives of the Development Program Include*: 3-5 Franchise Agreementsꝉ: Franchisees who sign three to five franchise agreements will benefit from a phased royalty fee structure designed to support their growth. For the first six months after each store opens, they will pay 0% royalty fees. From months seven to 18, the fee will increase to 2.5%, and after 18 months, it will reach the then-current royalty fee offered. This gradual increase allows franchisees to reinvest in their locations during the critical early years of business. Marco's has designed this incentive to provide a pathway to ownership that prioritizes sustainability and growth for prospective multi-unit owners. This initiative also aligns with Marco's commitment to fostering entrepreneurship – a value the brand actively promotes via the Marco's Pizza Foundation's charitable collaboration with Junior Achievement, encouraging young people to pursue their entrepreneurial goals. By championing the entrepreneurial spirit, the company is not only expanding its reach but also strengthening communities across the country with opportunities for local ownership. Prospects are taking note of the business opportunity, as the Marco's Franchising Franchise Disclosure Document reports the Top 50% of Marco's franchised stores generated average net royalty sales of AUV $1,208,653 during the 2023 fiscal year**. In addition to the incentive support, Marco's leadership prioritizes a development support system, including technology and tools to help identify territories for expansion, plus support in real estate, construction management, field operations, and information related to financing. FRANdata, a leading research and advisory firm that analyzes the franchise market, reports Marco's 2024 FUND Score ranks among the Top 10 of all evaluated franchise systems. More impressively, Marco's ranks in the Top 3 scores for all QSR brands and No. 2 in the pizza category, maintaining its strong position from 2023. These impressive rankings are a testament to the brand's commitment to financing guidance as a core focus of its franchise development strategy which has led the 1,200-unit brand on the path to continued growth. 'Supporting entrepreneurs isn't just a goal; it's a core part of our mission,' added Flores. 'With this program, we aim to ease the initial investment costs that come with franchise ownership, so franchisees interested in multiple units can focus on what matters most: providing exceptional service and growing their business.' For more information Marco's Pizza franchise opportunities, visit or contact Jamie Cecil at [email protected] or 866-731-8209. ABOUT MARCO'S PIZZA Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Marco's Pizza is one of the fastest-growing pizza brands in the United States. Marco's was founded in 1978 by Italian-born Pasquale ('Pat') Giammarco and thrives to deliver a high-quality pizza experience, known for its dough made from scratch and its three fresh signature cheeses. The company has grown from its roots as a beloved Ohio brand to operate over 1,200 stores in 35 states with locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and Mexico. Most recently, Marco's was recognized as America's Favorite Restaurant in the Limited-Service Pizza category by Nation's Restaurant News using Technomic Ignite Consumer 2024 dataꝉꝉ. Other recent accolades include ranking No. 48 on Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 'Franchise 500" ranking, earning a coveted spot as the only top 5 pizza chain to rank on Newsweek's 2025 'America's Best Customer Service' in pizza chains list, earning a spot on QSR's Top 50, and being featured on Nation's Restaurant News' prestigious 'Top 500" ranking. *The information provided in this article should not be construed as an offer to sell any Marco's Pizza® franchises in, nor is any such communication directed to, the residents of any jurisdiction requiring registration of the franchise before it is offered and sold in that jurisdiction. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Marco's Pizza® franchises will not be sold to any resident of such jurisdiction until the offering has been exempted from the requirements of, or duly registered in and declared effective by, such jurisdiction and the required franchise disclosure document (if applicable) has been delivered to the prospective franchisee before the sale in compliance with applicable law. Additionally, the participant must meet our financial, creditworthiness, and operational criteria to qualify for the incentive program and be approved by us to open each Store. If the franchisee is a corporation, partnership, limited liability company, or other legal entity, the qualifying participant must maintain at least 50% ownership in the entity, as well as the qualifying existing Stores, to qualify for this program, and the franchisee must comply with program requirements. In the event the participant fails at any time to meet the timelines to qualify for the applicable incentive program while developing a Store, the Store being developed and any remaining unopened Stores to be developed will pay the then-current standard Royalty Fee rate. See Marco's Franchising's Franchise Disclosure Document for more information. ꝉTo qualify for the incentive program, the participant must sign a development agreement and open the stores within the following timeframes: 1st Store within 365 days of signing; 2nd Store within 6 months of 1st store opening; 3rd Store within 6 months of 2nd store opening; 4th Store within 6 months of 3rd store opening; 5th Store within 6 months of 4th store opening. **Based on the Average Sales Volume of the top 50% of U.S. Franchised Stores for our fiscal year 2023. Based on our fiscal year 2023, 185 of 447 Franchised Stores in the category (or 41%) met or exceeded this average. This information appears in Item 19 of Marco's Franchising's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document ('FDD') - please refer to our FDD for complete information on financial performance. Individual results may differ. There is no assurance that any franchisee will perform as well. ꝉꝉAccording to Technomic's 2024 America's Favorite Restaurants data, Marco's Pizza secured the top spot in the Limited-Service Pizza category with a 53.4% composite top-box rating, indicating the share of recent guests who gave the brand the highest possible rating for each of the guest experience attributes. Data for America's Favorite Chains comes from Technomic Ignite Consumer, which collects information about how brands impact consumers and how consumers interact with those brands, via online surveys. See here for more information:
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
National Pi Day is Friday! How to get deals, discounts on pizza, pies in Texas on March 14
It's National Pi Day, so treat yourself to some pie — pizza, dessert or both, whatever your heart desires! That first "Pi" isn't a typo and differs from the tasty "pie" we eat, though we could easily draw some geometric similarities between the two. So before we dive in, we should probably clarify... March 14 (think 3.14) is commonly referred to as Pi Day, a day that aims to celebrate the ratio of the circumference of a circle. The number is known as 3.14 or π and can actually go on forever. The most accurate value for Pi, according to Guinness World Records, is more than 62 trillion digits (62,831,853,071,796 to be precise), calculated in August 2021 by the University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland. While the day is popular in math circles, it is also a day for those looking to score great deals on actual pie, pizza pie and other circular treats. Several chains are offering discounts or freebies to celebrate the unofficial holiday. Here's how you can score a deal in Texas on March 14. Blaze Pizza is offering customers a buy one 11-inch pizza, get a second pizza of equal or lesser value for $3.14 on March 14. Additionally, each customer taking advantage of the deal on Pi Day will receive a code, redeemable in the Blaze Pizza app, that unlocks another buy one, get one for $3.14 any time through the end of March. This offer also includes delivery orders made through the company's app. The company said this is its 12th straight year celebrating the day and the offer will be available at all of its nearly 300 locations across North America, which includes 21 in Texas. Click here to find a Blaze Pizza near you. Customers at Marco's Pizza can get a medium 1-topping pizza for $3.14 with the purchase of any large or extra-large menu-priced pizza, with code "PIDAY." The offer is available for online and app orders only, according to the company. With nearly 200 locations, Texas claims the highest number of Marco's Pizzas among states. Click here to find a Marco's Pizza near you. Cici's Pizza customers who buy one medium or large 1-topping pizza with Cici's original round crust can purchase a second pizza of the same size for $3.14. The offer can be redeemed in-store or online with the code "PIDAY." "At Cici's, we jump at every chance to deliver more of what our guests love at an unbeatable value," said Jeff Hetsel, President of Cici's Pizza, in a news release. "Pi Day is the perfect opportunity to have some fun while staying true to our mission — offering delicious pizza at a price that's worth celebrating." With over 100 stores, Texas claims one third of all Cici's Pizza locations in the U.S. Click here to find a Cici's Pizza near you. For two days only, on March 13 and 14, CPK Rewards members can get an Original BBQ Chicken, Pepperoni, or Traditional Cheese pizza for $3.14 with any purchase of $25 or more. Non-members can enroll in CPK Rewards on or on the CPK app anytime through March 14 to get the deal, which is available for dine-in, takeout or delivery. "Pi Day has become a mathematically proven pizza holiday, and we're thrilled to deliver an amazing value to help guests celebrate," said Chef Paul Pszybylski, Executive Chef and Vice President of Culinary Innovation at California Pizza Kitchen, in a news release. "Your favorite CPK pizza at an unbeatable price is the best value equation I can think of." Texas has two California Pizza Kitchen locations, one in Houston and the other in Plano. Papa Murphy's is offering customers 31.4% off your online order, no minimum purchase required, using code "PIDAY25." The discount is applicable to regular priced menu items only. Click here to find a Papa Murphy's location near you. Customers who join Papa Johns' rewards program by Friday can buy one large or extra-large pizza and receive another of equal or lesser value for $3.14 on March 14. Click here to find a Papa Johns near you. Pizza Hut will offer its "pizza charcuterie" meal, which includes two medium pizzas, eight boneless wings and breadsticks for $25, on March 14. Click here to find a Pizza Hut near you. Round Table Pizza is offering Royal Rewards Members a Personal Pizza with a choice of one topping for $3.14 with the purchase of any Large or XL pizza at participating locations on March 14. The deal is valid for Royal Rewards Members who have signed up for the rewards program prior to March 14. Click here to find a Round Table Pizza near you. Mountain Mike's Pizza is offering Mountain rewards members a free mini pizza with the purchase of a 20 oz. bottled beverage on March 14. Click here to find a Mountain Mike's Pizza near you. 7-Eleven and Speedway convenience stores will offer whole pizzas for $3.14 on Pi Day. Toppings include plain cheese, pepperoni and supreme (pepperoni, sausage, bell pepper, onion and mushroom). Click here too find a 7-Eleven near you. Grimaldi's Pizzeria is offering their giant slices for $3.14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, March 14. Click here to find a Grimaldi's Pizzeria near you. When dine-in customers purchase one regular, full-size Pizookie at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse on March 14, they can get a second one for $3.14. Click here to find a BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse near you. The Brass Tap is offering customers $12 pizzas, available at participating locations only. Click here to find a location near you. Schlotzky's is offering Rewards Members a pizza or flatbread for $3.14 on March 14. The offer is valid online or in-store at participating locations. Click here to find a Schlotzky's near you. Customers at Crust Pizza Co. can buy a large pizza and get a large 1-topping pizza for $3.14 on March 14. Click here to find a Crust Pizza Co. near you. Members of the Royal Perks reward program who spend $3.14 or more at Burger King can get a free Hershey's chocolate pie, available on March 14 while supplies last. Click here to find a Burger King near you. Famous Dave's is offering a free slice of Bakers Square pie with a $10 minimum purchase on March 14. Click here to find a Famous Dave's near you. Village Inn is offering a free slice of pie with the purchase of an entrée and beverage on March 14, available for dine-in customers at participating locations. El Paso has six Village Inn locations. — USA TODAY contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Pi Day specials: Deals, freebies on pizza, pies in Texas on Friday
