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Business Wire
9 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
PizzaForno Heats Up West Coast Expansion with 24/7 Pizza Vending Machines at Southern California College Campuses
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PizzaForno, North America's pioneering automated pizzeria known for baking high-quality pizza round the clock, is thrilled to announce expansion across college campuses in Southern California. The company has officially made its debut at LA City College, with other schools in Los Angeles County quickly following suit. PizzaForno is also currently available at Rio Hondo College, located at the police shooting academy range, with the second machine arriving right on the main campus at the end of July. The rollout will continue with Long Beach State, where two machines will launch in early August. The company has officially made its debut at LA City College, with other schools in Los Angeles County quickly following suit. Share 'Our goal is to bring college students 24/7 access to affordable and quality pizza, especially during late hours when other options on campus are closed,' said Travis Musser, Master Licensee for PizzaForno Southern California and Washington State. 'Pizza is the number one food choice among college students, so this expansion perfectly fills that gap. By bringing PizzaForno machines to West Coast campuses, we're helping schools provide a convenient solution that meets students' busy schedules. From our machines on East Coast campuses, we've seen that 70% of pizza sales happens between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Having food available round the clock keeps students safer on campus – they don't have to leave at 2 in the morning just to grab something to eat. We're excited to continue our expansion and aspire to have multiple PizzaForno machines on every college campus in Southern California.' Students can satisfy their pizza cravings with a variety of PizzaForno's options, including Meat Lovers, Pepperoni, Cheese, Vegetarian, Barbecue, and even Breakfast Pizza. To keep things fresh, PizzaForno features a rotating Pizza of the Month, showcasing limited-time flavors like Margherita, Kraft Mac and Cheese, Jalapeno, and Hot Honey. Beyond the food, PizzaForno is committed to supporting students through a student ambassador program, offering hands-on marketing experience to earn an income while pursuing their education. Interested students can sign-up at 'College is expensive, and many students are looking for flexible ways to earn an income without falling behind in their studies,' added Musser. 'We're proud to bring students the opportunity to take part in a side hustle right on campus – completely flexible with their lives and without the stress of commuting or rigid hours typical from part-time jobs. It's a way to support students' financial and academic success.' LA City College: PizzaForno is serving students in front of the Communications building in the northwest quad. Rio Hondo College: PizzaForno is serving students now at the police academy shooting range. PizzaForno can be found on the main campus beginning July 31st. Long Beach State University: PizzaForno can be found near the dormitories and in the center of campus beginning August 7th. ABOUT PIZZAFORNO Founded in 2018 by Canadian entrepreneurs William Moyer and Les Tomlin, PizzaForno is North America's only automated pizzeria which introduces high-quality pizza in less than 5 minutes. Accessible 24/7 at the tap of a digital screen, PizzaForno offers a selection of pizza options, each made with high-quality ingredients. Utilizing technology made popular in France by ADIAL, PizzaForno has built the brand on a proven food tech platform with already 2,200 operating in Europe. PizzaForno currently has over 70 operating locations, over 100 additional locations committed in the U.S. alone, and over 30 U.S. locations already established in California, Georgia, Florida, Delaware, Michigan, Virginia, Alabama, Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana. To learn more about PizzaForno, visit To inquire about the licensee opportunity, visit
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
British tourist on holiday in Cyprus branded 'disrespectful' as she moans about the 'awful' local cuisine served at her all-inclusive hotel
A self-professed 'picky eater' has divided opinion after giving a less than favourable review of the buffet at her all-inclusive hotel. Simone Wilko, who is from the UK, was holidaying in Cyprus with her mother and boyfriend last week when she decided to share what she had for lunch. The 19-year-old was left unimpressed by the selection of local food - especially at the 'awful' range of vegetables. Simone eventually opted for two pitta breads, some meat and a plate of chips - making sure to avoid any fruit or veg, or anything with seasoning. But after she posted her findings to TikTok, which racked up more than 800,000 views, people were left baffled - even saying she had been 'disrespectful', while others said her eating habits resembled that of a child. As she filmed the stuffed zucchini with vegetables, Simone said in her video: 'There was so much to choose from, but at the same time there wasn't. I understand that I'm in a different country, but what on earth are these foods? 'They look absolutely awful, I'm not going to lie. I couldn't think of anything worse.' Filming the traditional black eye beans with Swiss chards, she said: 'What on earth is this.' Moving onto the pizza counter, she was presented with a 'pizza quattro formaggi' - pizza with four cheeses. Simone said: 'I was actually getting excited thinking this was Margherita pizza, but it wasn't, it had something under it and it was weird cheese.' In the end, she opted for two pitta breads as it's 'just plain bread', adding a scoop of chips, pork stirfry and BBQ ribs, which she 'has at home'. However, she confessed that if they'd had herbs on, it would have been a different story as she 'doesn't like the taste' of seasoning. With the pork, she only managed two tiny slithers of meat as some of it was covered in onions. 'It didn't really work and it was horrible anyway. It had this weird seasoning on, and I do not like seasoning,' she said. She was also tempted by the chicken, but noticed it was 'pink' near the bone and decided to swerve it. Luckily, she was more enthusiastic about the desserts on offer and said they were 'delicious looking', helping herself to some chocolate crunch cake, although she said her coco pops dessert was 'disgusting'. People were left baffled at Simone's selection from the buffet and thought she should have been more adventurous. They said: ''Picky' she means she doesn't like anything healthy or green'; ''What on earth are these foods' and it's literally just vegetables'; 'I thought people ended this phase when they turned like eight'; 'Instead of going abroad maybe try Cornwall babes x'; 'Fellow lowkey picky eater here but there's a difference between you and me - I don't go round being disrespect about food saying they "look awful" and "taste disgusting".' 'I'm a very picky eater but this seems disrespectful.' However, others came to her defence, writing: 'I'm not a picky eater but that food doesn't look very appetizing.' In another video, Simone revealed the contents of a full day of eating while on holiday, opting for a bowl of plain yoghurt and a croissant for breakfast. To drink, she had a glass of apple juice and a chocolate milkshake, followed by a diet coke. For lunch, she had a hot dog and chips, which even had a small salad on the side. For dinner, she picked the meat out of a stew - making sure to avoid the onions and vegetables - again adding some chips, and cucumber this time. For dessert, she chose brownies with custard. It comes after a woman has divided opinion on social media after demonstrating a savvy tactic to make the most out of the hotel breakfast buffet whilst on holiday. Nicola Lewis, a 'decluttering and organising expert' from Essex, the UK, regularly shares travel tips and money-saving hacks with her 210K following on Instagram. In a video uploaded to her page @thisgirlcanorganise in June, she shared her top 'strategy' for tourists holidaying at all-inclusive resorts or half-board accommodation. Many hotel breakfast buffets offer salads, cold meats and cheeses alongside traditional staples such as pastries, cereals and hot dishes. Though the specific selection can vary by hotel, it's common to be offered a range of cold meats, such as ham, turkey, tuna or salami, as well as fresh vegetables like rocket, tomato, red onion and cucumber. According to Nicola, these options can double-up as a handy takeaway option for a lunchtime meal away from the hotel. In the clip, the content creator arrived at the buffet at an undisclosed hotel and sliced some bread from a seeded loaf, before moving on to the salad bar. She scooped a generous portion of tinned tuna onto the bread and topped the sandwich off with rocket and sliced cucumber. Taking her plate to an outdoor seating area, Nicola proceeded to neatly pack her lunch into Tupperware she had brought in her bag, before exiting the buffet to begin her day. In an accompanying caption, she wrote: 'There is nothing wrong with rustling up your lunch from the hotel brekkie buffet - it's what I call budget chic and organised realness! It saves a small fortune - more pennies for cocktails!' She advised hotel guests to arrive at the buffet armed with a collapsible container and a washable sandwich bag to store in their room fridges. Nicola added: 'You're posh, practical, and planet friendly. Just a little old skool tip from me to you... now strut into that day fully fed and fabulous! And it's not stingy, it's STRATEGY!' The cost-conscious Brit assured her followers that after checking with hotel management, she was 'allowed' to leave the premises with her packed lunch. The clip, which has since amassed over 45,000 likes and almost 2000 comments, has left viewers divided - with many accusing the holidaymaker of being 'cheap' and 'greedy.' One person wrote: 'You have paid for breakfast. Not lunch. Hotel within rights to charge you for additional breakfast.' Another outraged holidaymaker: 'Yup, another entitled traveller stealing.. so wrong.. you should be ashamed.'
News18
5 days ago
- Business
- News18
MoS Margherita says India, South Africa relations based on mutual trust
Last Updated: Johannesburg, Jul 26 (PTI) 'Relations between India and South Africa are based on shared history, mutual trust and goodwill," said Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita in South Africa on Saturday. 'India's engagement with Africa, including South Africa, is guided by the principles of Prime Minister Modi. Our engagement with Africa is not transitional; it is transformational," he said while addressing a gathering of Assamese expatriates and Indian-origin South Africans here. Margherita said that India regards its diaspora as one of its greatest assets while seeking their support 'to strengthen the India-South Africa relationships." He urged the diaspora to continue to launch new ventures, initiate joint projects, create more jobs and explore new markets together in India, South Africa and beyond. Margherita wrapped up his 10-day visit to three southern African countries–Eswatini, Lesotho and South Africa–on Saturday and left for Dubai. Earlier this week, Margherita participated in the 4th meeting of the G20 Development Working Group, held in the iconic Kruger National Park, hosted by South Africa, which currently holds the G20 Presidency. PTI FH RD RD RD Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
MoS Pabitra Margherita invites South Africa to join International Solar Alliance
Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita , on Friday met with South African Minister of the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa and invited the nation to join the International Solar Alliance and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure . Margherita expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African presidency. In a post on X, he said, "Glad to meet Maropene Ramokgopa, Minister of DPME, South Africa. Expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African presidency and emphasized the importance of critical minerals and debt sustainability for Africa. Also invited South Africa to join the International Solar Alliance and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure." Earlier on Thursday, he met Thani Mohamed-Soilihi Minister of International Partnerships of France on the margins of G20 Development Minister's Meeting. In a post on X, he said, "It was a pleasure to meet Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, Minister of International Partnerships of France on the margins of G20 Development Minister's Meeting. Discussions were held on 4P and continuing our common interest in AI, reform of international financial architecture, and disaster resilience." Margherita is in South Africa to attend G20 Development Ministers' Meeting under the South African G20 Presidency. In a post on X, he said, "Arrived at Kruger National park, Mpumalanga South Africa to attend G20 Development Ministers' Meeting under the South African G20 Presidency. Looking forward to meaningful engagements with stakeholders from G20 members and invited countries to discuss key development issues facing the world." South Africa will hold the G20 Presidency from 1 December 2024 to 30 November 2025, only five years before the deadline of the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda. South Africa's G20 Presidency takes place when the world is facing a series of overlapping and mutually reinforcing crises, including climate change, underdevelopment, inequality, poverty, hunger, unemployment, technological changes and geopolitical instability.
Canada News.Net
6 days ago
- Business
- Canada News.Net
MoS Margherita participates in G20 Development Ministers' Meeting, speaks of India's role in ensuring social protection
Cape Town [South Africa], July 25 (ANI): Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Friday participated in the first session of the G20 Development Ministers' Meeting on Combating Illicit Financial Flows and Social Protection. Margherita emphasized the need to bridge the Sustainable Development Goals financing gap. In a post on X, he said, 'Participated in the first session of the G20 Development Ministers' Meeting on Combating Illicit Financial Flows and Social Protection today. Highlighted India's key achievements in ensuring inclusive Social Protection for all and emphasized the need to bridge the SDG financing gap.' Earlier in the day, Margherita met with South African Minister of the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa and invited the nation to join the International Solar Alliance and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. Margherita expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African presidency. In a post on X, he said, 'Glad to meet Maropene Ramokgopa, Minister of DPME, South Africa. Expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African presidency and emphasized the importance of critical minerals and debt sustainability for Africa. Also invited South Africa to join the International Solar Alliance and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure.' Earlier on Thursday, he met Thani Mohamed-Soilihi Minister of International Partnerships of France on the margins of G20 Development Minister's Meeting. In a post on X, he said, 'It was a pleasure to meet Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, Minister of International Partnerships of France on the margins of G20 Development Minister's Meeting. Discussions were held on 4P and continuing our common interest in AI, reform of international financial architecture, and disaster resilience.' Margherita is in South Africa to attend G20 Development Ministers' Meeting under the South African G20 Presidency. In a post on X, he said, 'Arrived at Kruger National park, Mpumalanga South Africa to attend G20 Development Ministers' Meeting under the South African G20 Presidency. Looking forward to meaningful engagements with stakeholders from G20 members and invited countries to discuss key development issues facing the world.'
