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MRM EXCLUSIVE: The 2025 Restaurant Tech Forecast: Sunny with Some Disruption Ahead

Modern Restaurant Management

As we reflect on 2024, it’s clear these forces will only accelerate in 2025, bringing both challenges and opportunities for operators. Humans Will Replace AI in 2025 You read that correctly. While significant investment has poured into the sector, few technologies have proven to be sustainable businesses.

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Nine Critical HR and Payroll Steps to Prepare Your Restaurant for 2025

Modern Restaurant Management

With so much already on your year-end plates, how can you find the time to lay the groundwork for team and business success in 2025? From updating policies to gearing up for tax season, these steps will enhance your compliance and position your restaurant for sustained growth.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2025. In 2025, restaurants need to have a plan in place that ensures they are effectively managing inventory and redirecting unused, still edible food to donations.

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Innovation, Cup by Cup: The Starbucks Sustainability Approach

Modern Restaurant Management

Starbucks recently announced that it aims to have every customer either use their own personal mug or cup or borrow a reusable cup from their local Starbucks — by 2025. This change will directly contribute to the coffee chain’s 2030 sustainability goals to conserve water usage by 50 percent and achieve carbon neutral green coffee.

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The Food Trends Set to Define 2025

Goliath Consulting

Here’s a look at the food trends that will capture our taste buds and redefine dining in 2025. Tamarind Takes the Spotlight Tamarind, named the flavor of the year by McCormick & Company, is poised to become a star ingredient in 2025. The food scene in 2025 promises a diverse range of tastes, textures, and creative adaptations.

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Adopting Tech Solutions Is the Smartest Decision Restaurants Can Make

Modern Restaurant Management

Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Prioritize sustainability. Most consumers ( 90 percent ) say sustainability matters to them, and many restaurants are elevating their eco-friendly efforts. Improve the customer experience.

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The Future of Dining: Top Restaurant Trends for 2025

The Restaurant Group

Introduction The restaurant industry is buzzing with innovation in 2025, showcasing groundbreaking restaurant trends. From sustainable practices to tech-savvy dining experiences, restaurants are adapting to meet the evolving tastes of diners. Reducing Environmental Impact Sustainability is no longer optional; its an expectation.

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