Craveworthy Brands to buy Papa Gino's parent

Multi-brand restaurant platform Craveworthy Brands signed a definitive agreement to acquire New England Authentic Eats, the Massachusetts parent of Papa Gino's Pizzeria. The deal adds more than 160 restaurants and roughly $160 million in annual revenue, bringing Craveworthy to nearly 500 locations. It is expected to close by December 31, 2026.

Why it matters: Craveworthy plans to roll its Wing It On! brand into every Papa Gino's, tripling the wing chain's regional footprint.