Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The year 2024 promises a journey of adaptation and fierce competition for the restaurant industry as it manages stronger-than-expected economic data and slowing inflation while dealing with the headwinds of short labor supply, more demanding customers and an uncertain political environment. The key lesson both establishments teach?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In 2023, the restaurant industry experienced a remarkable transformation, driven by the rapid integration of advanced technologies. Technology Integration – Restaurants leveraged AI, IoT, 5G, and quantum computing to optimize operations, enhance inventory management, streamline supply chains, improve food safety, and more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The restaurant industry once again proved its resilience in 2022 as it dealt with ongoing obstacles like inflation, supply chain, labor shortages and more. Inflation has hidden the dramatic decreases in guest traffic and we anticipate this becoming a bigger issue with investors in 2023." Here are some of their insights.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law in January of 2011 and expanded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s authority to regulate the way foods are grown, harvested and processed. This last initiative is perhaps the most urgent for food businesses and requires immediate attention.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

Experiential dining, plant-based menus and sustainability were hot topics in the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) 2023 Trends Report. The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice. Lcal and sustainable food is a mega trend in the restaurant business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

More than half of restaurant operators said it would be a year or more before businesses conditions return to normal with food, labor, and occupancy costs are expected to remain elevated, and continue to impact restaurant profit margins in 2022, according to the National Restaurant Association's 2022 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2023

Full-service restaurants, for instance, are particularly subject to the effects of inflation—as consumers appear to shift some spending to limited-service establishments and QSRs to save food costs. This migration could be a goldmine for casual/fast food brands if only they had the people to support them.

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The Rail

DECEMBER 20, 2022

It seems annually that everyone with a platform jumps into the pool so they can predict what 2023 will bring in their various industries. We’ve already gone over our top restaurant stories of 2022 , so let’s see what the crystal ball says for 2023. The Supply Chain Will Remain in Chaos. Your Menu Will Never Be the Same.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It’s a trend well-known to restaurant operators, and yet each year brings the same scramble: young people who provided a ready supply of flexible labor over the summer simultaneously change their patterns – resigning to focus on school, moving back to college, or limiting their availability to accommodate other activities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 20, 2023

Learn how the foodservice industry can stay competitive and fresh amid widespread food and labor shortages. As consumers watch food prices continue to rise, the demand for cost-effective meal solutions are prompting c-stores, full-service, and quick-service restaurants to increase their offerings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A 2023 P&G Professional Consumer Pulse Study found 92 percent of patrons surveyed expect the dining areas of a restaurant to be cleaned more than two times a day. Ensure food-contact surfaces and food equipment are cleaned, rinsed and sanitized with an EPA-registered food contact sanitizer at the correct concentration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

“After 36+ years of serving innovative, California inspired cuisine, we are proud to have built an incredibly loyal and supportive CPK guest community, so we wanted to do something to show our appreciation as we kick off the new year,” said Ashley Ceraolo, SVP of Marketing at California Pizza Kitchen. ” The Royal Silencer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Only 14 percent of respondents described business performance as poor/very poor, which was down from 23 percent in 2023. Notably, 92 percent of respondents reported increasing staff wages in 2024, up from 84 percent in 2023, reflecting the ongoing rising cost of labor. Labor costs continue to rise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

In 2024, the restaurant industry will witness a technological transformation driven by innovations like AI and contactless solutions, while also grappling with data privacy concerns. Vanilla isn’t for everyone In 2023, marketing took a cue from the ice cream parlor, embracing segmentation with the same precision as a sundae artisan.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

" Conversations Behind the Kitchen Door: 50 American Chefs Chart Today’s Food Culture " by Emmanuel Laroche offers insights from leading chefs and readers will walk away with advice and inspiration from noted chefs, restaurant owners, bartenders, and industry leaders, all of whom have shared their stories in their own words.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 5, 2022

Indoor dining closures, staff shortages and the supply chain are ongoing issues, especially as the Delta and Omicron variants continue to spread. With new problems come opportunities for new innovations, and technology has been a vital resource for restaurants during the pandemic.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Furthermore, digital tools for inventory and labor management became crucial for navigating supply chain disruptions and staffing challenges. These changes have challenged operators to adapt, but they’ve also reinforced the resilience and innovation that define the hospitality industry. Innovate or die was the new mantra.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We like to say waffles “drip with success” for food service operators, and it's because of four key factors: profitability, versatility, consumer experience and operational efficiency. Also, with its versatility across day parts, operators don’t have to bring in additional SKUs for new menu innovations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Supply chain disruptions and labor shortages required operators to rethink everything – leaner menus, smarter kitchens, and more efficient operations became the new standard. The restaurants that thrive today are those that balance innovation with human connection. It wasn’t just about survival; it was about reinvention.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Just because food is grown locally doesn’t mean it’s climate-friendly. are preparing for the dwindling of food in the coming winter. are preparing for the dwindling of food in the coming winter. In doing so, they’re also recognizing that chefs can play a larger role in building food systems able to survive long into the future.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2023

Modernized Comfort Food, Low Waste Menus, and Mindful Proteins are among the trends identified inUnilever Food Solutions’ first-ever global foodservice trends report. The Future Menu Trends Report 2023 reveals eight global menu trends predicted to impact the restaurant industry in the years to come.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

Q4 Restaurant Trends Toast released its Q4 2023 Restaurant Trends report that examined catering activity around the holidays, large events, cold-weather food and alcohol preferences, and weekly tipping trends. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 13, 2023

Sigep 2023 to host seven Italian National Coffee Championships from 21 to 25 January. Dutch Bros projects total 2023 revenue to be US $1 billion. Chapman University partners with the CA Dairy Innovation Centre on Coffee, Tea, and Creamers: The Science and Art of Milk in Beverages course. Wed, 11 Jan.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

According to the US Food and Drug Administration, the affected products have the following expiration dates: 8 March 2023, 20 May 2023, 4 June 2023, and 10 June 2023. World AeroPress Championship publishes rules and regulations for 2023 competition. Marco Beverage Systems launches ColdBRU system.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

The brand’s commitment to each guest service experience is the focal point of upcoming menu innovation, value-based choices, and a portfolio of new organic food and beverage educational content. And because our food travels so well, guests never have to choose between quality and convenience."

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Mon, 30 Jan Registration opens for Specialty Coffee Association’s 2023 Re:co Symposium. A total of 63 competitors from six different US Coffee Championships will proceed to the 2023 National US Coffee Championships, which will be held from 21 to 23 April. Indian coffee chain Barista aims to open 50 stores in Sri Lanka in 2023.

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SpotOn

MAY 3, 2024

If you work in the food service industry, the National Restaurant Association Show is the place to be. According to the NRA, there will be over 35,000 decision-makers from all parts of the food service industry. Navy (2023 Attendees) 15% - Dealers and Distributors Boelter, Clark Association Inc.,

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 5, 2023

Luckin Coffee reports 84% year-on-year increase in 2023 Q1 revenue. Tue, 2 May Starbucks surpasses expectations and reports 14% net revenue increase in 2023 Q2 financial results. Vietnam’s robusta production likely to drop in 2023 as more farmers grow durian fruit. sales growth for Tim Hortons during 2023 Q1.

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Open for Business

JANUARY 6, 2023

The biggest issue on almost every restaurateur’s mind heading into 2023 is the same as last year: staffing. A restaurant is defined by good quality flavorful food, great service, and good ambiance. Add the stress of rising prices and food shipping snags, and the need to simplify menus became even more pronounced. “We

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Open for Business

MAY 19, 2023

No one would have guessed that so many people would be working remotely in 2023, or that TikTok would become the next social media powerhouse. Quick Links Technology Relationships Food and Menus Technology trends to watch People are drawn to the restaurant business because they don’t want to be glued to a screen all day.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 7, 2023

Mon, 3 Apr SCA announces 2023 UK Barista Champion. Ian Kissick of Formative Coffee in London placed first, and will represent the UK at the 2023 World Barista Championship in Athens, Greece from 21 to 24 June. This year’s High Density event to take place on 16 November 2023. SCA announces 2023 German Brewers Cup Champion.

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Cheetah

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Use of to-go food containers surged during the pandemic’s delivery boom. Even those marked BPA free leach hormones when in contact with food or subjected to changes in temperature. Polystyrene foam, commonly used in clamshell food packaging, is one of the worst. Everyone Wants Eco To-Go Food Containers.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. Tracking Stock Levels in Real Time With real-time inventory tracking, restaurants can keep a close eye on their ingredients and supplies. Reduce Spoilage : Get alerts for expiring items and use the FIFO method to manage perishable goods.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 27, 2023

The Uganda Coffee Development Authority says the country shipped 487,797 60kg bags of coffee in March 2023. SCA announces winners of 2023 Best New Product Awards and Coffee Design Awards. The UK food and coffee to-go chain’s new store is in Mumbai, and is operated by local business partner Reliance Brands Limited.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 15, 2023

Its origins date back to the early 1990s, when Swedish food scientist Rickard Öste invented the drink while conducting research on lactose intolerance and sustainable food production. We expect more competitor brands to enter the market, as well as a possible decline in the supply of raw materials, and in turn, price increases.

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Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

The F&B industry grew in 2022… and it will keep growing in 2023. This 85+ item list of food service statistics results from meticulous combing through dozens of industry reports. OUR TOP 10 In 2022, 31% of restaurants cut the number of menu items on offer to deal with the inflation and rising food costs. Let’s dig in.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 18, 2023

In the years since, machines have come to feature innovations such as pressure release valves, steam wands, and levers to improve performance. Travel and food writer Ayhan Sicimoğlu stands next to a Levee espresso machine. Moriondo’s prototype espresso machine used one boiler to force water through a coffee puck at around 1.5

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