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How to Diversify Your Brand by Adapting Plant-Based Food Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

Plant-based proteins should not be seen as a meat substitute but rather as an additional protein source offered – aside from meat, poultry or fish. unaware of the dietary, sustainability and environmental benefits of plant-based alternatives is a key component to selling this addition to customers.

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Using Tech for Better Guest Engagement

Modern Restaurant Management

CRM systems can track customer preferences and dietary restrictions, enabling personalized menu suggestions that cater to individual needs. Interactive digital menus can provide detailed nutritional information, ingredient sourcing, and suggested wine pairings, enriching the dining experience with valuable insights.

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The 11 Best Restaurant Event Ideas That Actually Bring In New Customers And Keep Regulars Excited

ChowNow

How to make it happen: Choose your ingredientusually, its a seasonal ingredient picked at peak season and sourced from a local purveyor, but you can bring something in thats not local as long as its interesting. A study found that 61% of diners are prepared to spend extra for a unique special event menu.

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MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

Two out of three gift cards were bought to commemorate a special occasion and 87 percent featured a written note. Sourcing will also be a priority for many chefs, working with global salt producers to identify salts from around the world and understand their history and use cases. 83 percent of gift card notes were personal in nature.

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The Art of Running a Successful Restaurant: Essential Strategies

Goliath Consulting

Focus on sourcing fresh, high-quality ingredients and engage the expertise of skilled chefs who can create captivating and innovative dishes. Ensure your menu caters to diverse palates and dietary restrictions, delighting guests with a range of mouthwatering options.

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2025 Hotel and Resort Restaurant Trends: Elevating the Dining Experience for the Modern Traveler

Squirrel Systems

In 2025, restaurants within hotels and resorts will continue to embrace sustainability in every aspect of their operation, from sourcing ingredients to reducing waste. Expect to see more farm-to-table concepts, where restaurants highlight local, seasonal ingredients sourced from nearby farms.

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Menu Engineering: The Science of Optimizing Your Menu to Maximize Profit

7 Shifts

Look into lowering ingredient cost to keep menu prices the same by sourcing less expensive ingredients or acquiring new vendors. Sometimes you need these staples to accommodate more niche groups, like those with special dietary restrictions or picky eaters who won’t come to your restaurant unless that one item is on the menu.

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