<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Crazy Italian Pizza]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crazy Italian Pizza]]></description><link>https://www.crazyitalianpizza.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:15:22 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.crazyitalianpizza.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Waste: The Necessary Evil of Grab-and-Go Pizza &#38; Wings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to manage c-store food waste and improve grab-and-go pizza profitability. Discover acceptable waste levels, markdown strategies, and how to maximize sales in your convenience store food program.]]></description><link>https://www.crazyitalianpizza.com/post/understanding-waste-the-necessary-evil-of-grab-and-go-pizza-wings</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d7c2de34a8ccd671e99940</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:37:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59ed55_2ab827979f814dc9ac33cbcd52d1bed1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Crazy Italian Pizza</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Short-Staffed Convenience Stores Are Growing with Smarter Foodservice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Short-staffed doesn’t mean slow growth—it means it’s time to get smarter.

This article shows how convenience stores are boosting food sales with low-labor, heat-and-serve programs that simplify operations, reduce training, and protect margins—all without adding staff.]]></description><link>https://www.crazyitalianpizza.com/post/how-short-staffed-convenience-stores-are-growing-with-smarter-foodservice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d694be0b7119100dfe740f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:04:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e80530_9fb07fb273b9455b96f43c9633848b81~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Crazy Italian Pizza</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[C-STORE BATHROOM ETIQUETTE: Are You Alienating Women from Your Convenience Store?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dirty restroom doesn’t just hurt your image—it costs you sales.

Learn how cleanliness drives repeat visits, builds trust, and increases hot food revenue in your store.]]></description><link>https://www.crazyitalianpizza.com/post/c-store-bathroom-etiquette-are-you-alienating-women-from-your-convenience-store</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d690ef0b7119100dfe6b97</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:42:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59ed55_28cb2263f8a14f11a2de8ba39f5cf309~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_760,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Crazy Italian Pizza</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking Profit Potential: The Impact of High-Margin Hot Food Programs on C-Stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Convenience stores are navigating rising labor costs, higher rent, inventory volatility, supply disruptions, and tightening margins. Many core categories offer fixed or declining profitability, making margin expansion difficult without operational complexity. One of the most effective ways to counter margin compression is by introducing high-margin, low-labor foodservice. A streamlined hot food program—built around simple equipment, pre-made items, and fast service—delivers meaningful profit...]]></description><link>https://www.crazyitalianpizza.com/post/unlocking-profit-potential-the-impact-of-high-margin-hot-food-programs-on-c-stores</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d689b089f9e676eca15ca6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:02:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/59ed55_f5c319fe703944b1a0a6ba2996979c08~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Crazy Italian Pizza</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>