Pizzas and Stories by PizzaBox

Pizzas and Stories by PizzaBox
Podcast Description
Dive into the lives of pizza shop owners, what makes their spots unique and wild stories that come with running a pizzeria. From LA to NY, you'll hear from pizzeria owners across the nation and beyond! Dave Portnoy's One Bite pizza reviews, controversial pizza takes - the perfect mix of inspiration, flavor, and laughter from the world of pizza!
Presented by PizzaBox AI: The [smart] pizza subscription management platform for pizzerias to generate upfront capital, attract new customers, build loyalty with repeat visits, and grow weekly sales. Think Netflix, but for your pizza! www.pizzabox.ai
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The show centers around themes like the unique offerings of individual pizzerias, the personal stories of their owners, and trends in the pizza industry. Episodes may cover topics such as innovative pizza toppings, cultural influences in pizza making, and anecdotes from the daily operations of running a pizzeria, with examples like Halwani's Pizza's international flavor fusion featuring dishes like Tandoori Chicken Pizza.

Dive into the lives of pizza shop owners, what makes their spots unique and wild stories that come with running a pizzeria. From LA to NY, you’ll hear from pizzeria owners across the nation and beyond! Dave Portnoy’s One Bite pizza reviews, controversial pizza takes – the perfect mix of inspiration, flavor, and laughter from the world of pizza!
Presented by PizzaBox AI: The [smart] pizza subscription management platform for pizzerias to generate upfront capital, attract new customers, build loyalty with repeat visits, and grow weekly sales. Think Netflix, but for your pizza! www.pizzabox.ai

Meet Shawn Halwani, the founder of Halwani's Pizza and Stromboli in Columbus, Ohio, who turned his passion for pizza into an award-winning pizzeria brand known for its bold, international flavors like Tandoori Chicken Pizza and Moroccan Shrimp Pizza.
Overview:
In this episode, Vince sits down with Shawn Halwani to explore his remarkable journey from a tech career to building Halwani’s Pizza and Stromboli, which has been delighting Columbus, Ohio with creative global recipes since 2010. Shawn shares his inspiring story of growing up in Saudi Arabia, pursuing higher education in the U.S., and navigating the challenges of launching a pizzeria in a competitive market.
Discover how Shawn turned his love for international cuisines into unique pizza creations that resonate with his diverse community and how he plans to take Halwani's global, with local (Hilliard and Dublin, Ohio) and international expansions. Packed with inspiration, humor, and a passion for pizza, this episode is a must-listen for foodies, pizza lovers, and aspiring entrepreneurs alike.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XEzC432k_Js
Follow Halwani's Pizza:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halwanis_pizza
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HalwanisPizza
Locations:
- 1453 Ida Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, United States
- 5425 Roberts Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026, United States
- 5837 Sawmill Rd, Dublin, OH 43017, United States
Presented by PizzaBox AI:
The [smart] pizza subscription management platform for pizzerias to generate upfront capital, attract new customers, build loyalty with repeat visits, and grow weekly sales. Think Netflix, but for your pizza!
Learn more at www.pizzabox.ai
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