Pizza Hut serves up nostalgia with latest rewards program push

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    "url": "https://www.marketingdive.com/news/pizza-hut-serves-up-nostalgia-with-latest-rewards-program-push/825124/",
    "title": "Pizza Hut serves up nostalgia with latest rewards program push",
    "assets": "Pizza Hut China business",
    "author": "Sara Karlovitch",
    "excerpt": "The effort comes just weeks after parent Yum Brands announced it was selling the brand in two separate transactions. Yum is continuing to make its rewards programs a priority with a new Pizza Hut digital experience. The pizza chain has made nostalgia a central point of its marketing, leaning on its classic branding, such as its decor and restaurant design, and long-running efforts such as the Book It reading program to engage with adult consumers who grew up with the brand. The latest iteration of “Hut Originals” not only puts Pizza Hut’s history front-and-center, it also emphasizes value with the Throwback Value Menu, which has both old and new menu items. In addition to the mobile effort, the brand is releasing a streetwear collection inspired by its old-school uniforms and programs. Included in the collaboration with Dinner Service NY , which manufactures upscale clothing for brands and businesses, are rugby shirts, sweaters, totes, socks and more. The collection will be available for purchase on July 16, but rewards program members will be able to purchase the collection two hours early. At participating locations, consumers will be able to order from the Throwback Value Menu, which is inspired by Pizza Hut buffet items, such as $10 stuffed-crust pizzas, $4 cinnamon sticks, $3 pepsi and $3 personal pan pizzas. The menu also features two new items, a Triple Cheese Mac and...",
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