Welcome back to Pizza Roundtable, part of the I Need Pizza Club Network, where every Tuesday at 9:00pm Eastern we break down the latest pizza news, industry trends, and wild stories from around the world of pizza.
This week, Jim Mumford and Anna Crucitt react to some of the most unexpected headlines we’ve seen all year — from reptile toppings to Michelin ambitions to world-record pizza parties.
This week’s stories and discussions include:
This Week’s Top Stories & Debates:
🦎 The World’s First Iguana Pizza?
A Florida pizzeria claims to have created the first-ever iguana pizza. We unpack the legality, the flavor profile (venison + bacon + ranch?), and whether this is culinary innovation or pure marketing stunt.
⭐ Can Papa John’s Win a Michelin Star?
Papa John’s is transforming a Manhattan location into a reservation-only, chef-curated experience in pursuit of Michelin recognition. Is this brilliant marketing, industry ambition, or both?
🍕 Chicago’s Only Pizza on the “Best in the World” List
Millie’s Pizza in Chicago earns a global nod alongside Mama’s Too in NYC. We break down Chicago’s pan style, why it’s different from deep dish, and what it means for independent pizzerias.
🎭 New Haven Attempts a World Record
New Haven is organizing what could become the world’s largest pizza costume party. Yes, really. We discuss whether this is easier than the world’s largest pizza party — and whether we should attempt one ourselves.
🍕 Former Employee Breaks Into Little Caesars… to Make Pizza
A North Carolina man allegedly broke into a Little Caesars — not to steal money, but to make and sell pizzas. We respect the hustle (legally speaking, don’t do this).
If you love pizza culture, business strategy, and the occasional absurd headline, this episode is for you.
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