The pizza industry has been a staple of the foodservice industry for a long time with no signs of slowing down. According to The 2019 Pizza Power Report from PMQ Pizza Magazine, the U.S. experienced $45.7 billion in sales last year amongst 75,000+ pizzerias — that’s nearly a 20% increase since 2015. And although fast casual pizza chains have cooled off since their big boom a couple of years ago, the concept of fresh, quality ingredients at a reasonable price in a flash is still what people want.

Deck pizza ovens are the traditional way to make a pizza, sure, but sometimes space and hood limitations don’t give you the option to cook the classic way.

Thankfully, that’s not your only option today. As kitchens become more flexible and utilitarian, one of the most versatile pieces chefs are turning to are the quick fire, ventless solutions. And boy are we excited about these puppies!

Pizza has seen a huge push in business over recent years. The average household spending on dining out or ordering in is coming closer and closer to exceeding the budget for groceries and good ole home cooking. With the popularity the pizza industry is accumulating comes the need for pizza operators to evolve and differentiate from the rest of the pack. The younger generations are pressing for pizza-on-demand in a society where everything is at the fingertips of the consumer and customization is at the forefront of everyone's desires. Here are some trends we're expecting to see take over in 2018:

It’s time to embark on the Journey of Pizza with us! There are so many elements that go into the creations that come out of your kitchen, and we’re not just talking about the ingredients. The tools you rely on in helping your operation meet the demands of your customers in producing consistent, quality dishes should also give you the ability to explore creating with more products! Let’s take a look at what we’re talking about.