Culinary Cues
MARCH 31, 2025
I was thinking the other day about those individuals (chefs, restaurateurs, mentors, teachers, parents, friends) who have offered or lived advice that helped to mold the person I am. I may not always live up to their words of wisdom, but after all, I am still a work in progress. Each of us can look back and reflect on those who have and who continue to provide us with some guiding light.
Modern Restaurant Management
APRIL 1, 2025
The impact of tariffs are top of mind for many restaurant operators and a cause for anxiety. According to The Distilled Spirits of the United States (DISCUS), the most recent timeline regarding alcohol products calls for: April 2 : The U.S. could impose 25 percent tariffs on tequila, mezcal and Canadian whisky, when the current suspension expires, April 2 : The U.S. could impose tariffs on wines and spirits from a range of countries, including a 200-percent tariff on European Union (EU) alcohol
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Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 28, 2025
The restaurant industry is undergoing a significant shift as Gen Z diners reshape dining expectations. This generation prioritizes social responsibility over traditional brand loyalty and gravitates toward integrity, sustainability, and values-driven experiences. To successfully engage this influential consumer group, restaurants can no longer rely solely on brand recognition; they must adopt innovative strategies that align with Gen Z’s preferences.
EATER
APRIL 2, 2025
The James Beard Award is considered one of the biggest honors in the restaurant industry. | Photo illustration by Lille Allen; see below for full credits See the full list of this years nominees Today, the James Beard Foundation announced its list of chef and restaurant finalists for the James Beard Award, considered one of the biggest honors in the restaurant industry.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
ChowNow
MARCH 27, 2025
Menu pricing isnt just about covering costsits about finding that sweet spot where profitability, customer perception, and operational reality meet. Set prices too low, and youre leaving money on the table. Too high, and youll drive customers away. Somewhere in between is the number that makes sense for your food costs, your market, and your restaurants unique position.
The Rail
MARCH 31, 2025
By Jose Chavez, Contributor Managing multiple locations is tough in the restaurant business. Communication is hard when multiple locations can get teams and office spaces out of sync. This uncertainty makes it hard to hit organizational goals, communicate consistently, and build a company culture across multiple locations. Restaurant businesses need to adopt technology that enables collaboration among remote teams and simplifies management if they want to succeed.
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EATER
MARCH 27, 2025
Would Smartfood betray me? | Lille Allen One womans quest to figure out why her beloved white cheddar popcorn started to disappoint Smartfood White Cheddar popcorn is the only snack I ever want. I mean this. I do not often crave sweets, and while I will happily accept chips and Cheetos and various Haldirams mixes, Smartfood is the only one that sends me into a focused stupor.
ChowNow
MARCH 27, 2025
If youre one of the thousands of restaurants that added online food delivery in recent years, you might be wondering: is it actually helping my business grow? The only way to know for sure is by tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive business growth. These metrics give you a clear picture of your delivery performancefrom order volume and customer retention to delivery speed and profitability.
The Rail
APRIL 2, 2025
By Tracie Johnson, Contributor Changing the flooring of a restaurant can give its ambiance fresh vitality and transform everyday areas into cozy comfort canvases of design. A modern flooring design improves general dcor, creates a unique eating experience, and shows a dedication to quality. Thoughtful layouts, creative textures, and vivid materials combine to enthrall guests and revitalize the restaurant's character for long-lasting good influence.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 31, 2025
As the restaurant industry continues to evolve in 2025, effective legal strategies are more important than ever for operators aiming to grow and scale their businesses properly. From franchise compliance to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) terms, the right legal frameworks can guide a restaurant company to long-term, sustained success. With over 25 years of experience in legal strategy, risk management and market expansion, I have had the privilege of helping brands navigate these challenges,
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Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Multilingual Menus improve Restaurant Operations by solving language barriers and enhancing operational efficiency. These menus enable restaurants to better communicate with a diverse range of customers, streamline ordering processes, reduce errors, and improve overall guest satisfaction. By offering multilingual options, restaurant owners can create a more inclusive dining experience, attracting a wider customer base while optimizing staff productivity.
EATER
MARCH 28, 2025
Levy A host of diverse offerings are on the menu at Wrigley Field, Dodger Stadium, and other arenas this season. Heres how they got there. When you think of baseball stadium food , youre probably thinking of the classics: hot dogs wrapped in foil, buttery popcorn, a crinkly bag of Cracker Jack. Although these items are still plentiful, dining at a baseball game has now become an exciting culinary affair.
ChowNow
MARCH 28, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now. Its powering voice assistants, helping people write emails faster, and even suggesting what to watch or where to eat next. With rapid advances happening across various industries, including the food industry, you might be wondering: What does AI have to do with running my restaurant? The short answer?
Crunchtime
MARCH 27, 2025
Managing food costs is one of the biggest challenges in the restaurant industry. Without effective restaurant inventory management, its easy for waste, inefficiencies, and inaccurate data to erode your profits. Our new ebook, 10 Strategies to Take Control of Food Costs , highlights proven tactics operators can implement to control food costs and streamline operations.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 27, 2025
As a restaurant manager, you want to do everything in your power to keep your commercial kitchen as well as your entire facility safe and welcoming to staff and patrons alike. However, fire hazards such as neglected kitchen equipment and grease buildup can lead to serious kitchen fires, threatening lives and livelihoods. While there is no way to completely eliminate fire risk in commercial kitchens, you and your staff can take steps to reduce the risk.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Managing special occasion promotions is easier than ever with the best POS system features and integrated online ordering. These advanced tools empower restaurants to create personalized offers, track customer data, and automate processes to enhance customer loyalty and streamline operations. With capabilities like real-time inventory management, automated scheduling, and customer relationship management (CRM) integration, restaurants can efficiently run tailored promotions for birthdays, annive
EATER
APRIL 1, 2025
BBA Photography /Shutterstock Swirls of chocolate, cinnamon, and even black sesame Kat Thompson is the associate editor of Eater at Home, covering home cooking and baking, cookbooks, and kitchen gadgets. Shes once eaten an entire loaf of babka in a single day. When I asked my colleagues for their favorite babka recipes, I truly expected deafening silence.
SpotOn
APRIL 1, 2025
Joe Nicholson was a manager and tech consultant at one of the busiest restaurants in Sacramento, CA—Tower Cafe. Now, as a copywriter at SpotOn, he helps restaurant owners and managers learn how to run a more profitable operation. Patios can be quite lucrative. However, getting more guests in seats through outdoor dining can also come at a cost, both in time and money.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Restaurant Business
MARCH 27, 2025
HMC Hospitality, the operator of Original Hooters restaurants, is working to rescue the larger Hooters of America, Bloomberg reported.
Modern Restaurant Management
APRIL 2, 2025
Every day, businesses face fresh challenges that highlight the urgency of building resilient supply chains. Recent trade tensions combined with foodborne hazards and avian flu impacts have only heightened the need for strong strategies and nimble tactics. It is no surprise that diversification has become the central theme of supply chain strategy. And while the logic behind diversification is sound, the implementation can be far more challenging in practice than it is on paper.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Recipe costing integration simplifies restaurant management and boosts profits by combining automated tools with POS systems. By accurately tracking ingredient costs and streamlining menu pricing, it helps restaurants minimize waste, maintain profit margins, and make data-driven decisions. Integrated systems also provide real-time insights into inventory levels, ensuring better cost control and operational efficiency.
EATER
MARCH 27, 2025
This pasta recipe only uses three ingredients and a little elbow grease Fresh pasta is quite fun to make, especially if you have a few extra hands to help manage the long sheets as you are rolling and cutting them. Since flour and eggs both vary widely, youll need to adjust the recipe to arrive at a smooth, moist but not-too-sticky dough, adding flour if the dough is too sticky and dampening it with a sprinkle of water if its too dry.
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The Restaurant Group
MARCH 27, 2025
Introduction Have you ever wondered why certain menu items seem more tempting than others? Thats the power of Menu Psychology at work. Its not just about listing dishesits about crafting an experience that subtly guides customer choices, increasing both satisfaction and sales. Menu Psychology involves strategic menu design, menu formatting, menu presentation, and menu organization to make decisions easier for customers while maximizing a restaurant’s revenue.
Restaurant Business
MARCH 28, 2025
The Los Angeles restaurateur is prolific on TV, a pioneer of delivery-only brands, and he makes a mean grilled cheese.
Modern Restaurant Management
APRIL 1, 2025
Entrrepreneur, author and Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine contributor John Felico disccuses all things operational in this wide-ranging conversation with Josh Goodman on the PourMyBee r podcast. The founder of Auggie’s Draft Room and author of Drafting a Dream talked about scaling smarter, boosting profitability, burnout, having an exit strategy, and more.
SpotOn
MARCH 27, 2025
I just got back from the Bar & Restaurant Expo in Las Vegas. It was my fifth time attending, and as always, walking the show floor was a blast—and an education. When I walk the floor, I’m looking for two things: something I’ve never seen before, or something that’s starting to become a trend. This year, both were easy to spot.
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EATER
MARCH 27, 2025
Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images A new survey from Eater and Vox Media examines how diners of all ages are discovering and enjoying restaurants The nationwide dining scene has changed drastically since Eater was founded 20 years ago: Social media and Yelp emerged as a source for restaurant reviews; plenty of new platforms popped up, allowing diners to better snag a hot table and track their spending ) pop up; and a global pandemic that descended five years ago still has the restaurant industry recover
Qu
MARCH 28, 2025
In December 2024, technology leaders from various industries gathered at Amazon’s premier conference, AWS Re:Invent, where Qus CEO participated in a panel discussion. This marked a significant milestone, as the restaurant industrytraditionally underrepresented at such eventsemerged as a focal point of technological innovation. Restaurants are no longer merely adopting technology; they’re driving transformative changes that will redefine customer experiences and operational efficiency
Restaurant Business
APRIL 2, 2025
The Los Angeles event marks the final stage of awards, leading up to the star-studded ceremony in Chicago, scheduled for June 16.
Modern Restaurant Management
APRIL 3, 2025
Jennifer Ashcraft admits the first thing that attracted her about Capriotti’s was its name, but it was the food that has made her stay and become the first franchisee in Alabama. “It was something I had never heard of before, and, after the name caught my eye, I really liked the concept of a sandwich shop.” Exceeding expectations, the location generated more than $1 million in just seven months.
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