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Casual Dining Chains Are Back, Baby

EATER

Why not just go to Olive Garden? | John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images Once shunned by millennials, “uncool” chains are gearing up for a comeback For years, millennials were blamed for the death of the casual chain restaurant. You know the kinds of places I’m talking about — an Applebee’s, a Longhorn Steakhouse, a Chili’s. The pundits insisted that millennials wanted trendier eats, not a basket of chicken wings and a bottomless Long Island Iced Tea, and you know what?

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Jeremy Shanker, Corporate Wine Director at Mina Group and Master Sommelier To Judge 2024 Sommeliers Choice Awards

Sante

MINA Group, led by James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael Mina, is a San Francisco-based restaurant management company specializing in creating Continue Reading

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Five Ways to Increase Employee Retention with the Next Generation of Chefs

Modern Restaurant Management

Finding employees willing to take on the demanding hard work of a kitchen and retaining those employees has always been a struggle, and it’s time restaurants begin looking at solutions to the problem for the next generation of chefs. This generation, Gen Z, has grown up relentlessly surrounded by technology — whether it's at-school laptops, online gaming, or digital communication, it's here to stay.

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The Pastry Chefs Defining Restaurant Dessert Right Now

EATER

Kelly Nam finishes a mugwort maple tiramisu with mugwort tea at New York City’s Joomak Banjum. | Lanna Apisukh These five chefs are pushing pastry forward, making it an especially thrilling time to order dessert Pastry chefs are back. During the pandemic, they were often the first to be cut as restaurants slimmed down operations. This meant that many of the country’s most skilled dessert makers could be found running their own pop-ups and micro-bakeries from home.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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.

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ChowNow’s Preferred Partner Program gives restaurants tools and discounts to flourish

ChowNow

ChowNow has recently launched our Preferred Partner Program—a handpicked group of industry leaders to help take your restaurant to the next level. This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. Meet our current Partners and see what they have to offer.

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The crackdown on fake reviews could put restaurants in the crosshairs

Restaurant Business

The FTC as proposed civil penalties and online platforms are exposing perceived violators. Yet restaurants remain vulnerable. Can consumers learn to trust reviews again?

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Ford Fry helms Auburn University's teaching restaurant as this year's Chef in Residence

Restaurant Business

Hospitality students work alongside Fry and chef de cuisine Tom Baco-Wang to create lunch and dinner menus for guests at the university’s 1856—Culinary Residence restaurant.

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How Blaxton Pub & Grill improved efficiency and customer experience with PayFacto and Veloce POS

Veloce POS Blog

Anchored in the welcoming tradition of the English "Public House," Blaxton Pub & Grill has become a symbol of culinary excellence and exceptional ambiance since its establishment in 2013. Offering a remarkable menu, unbeatable beer prices and a relaxed atmosphere, Blaxton is a benchmark for food quality, a variety of local products and ambiance.

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Lea & Perrins Bloody Mary Mix

Sante

Enter the world of exquisite taste and finesse with the Lea & Perrins Bloody Mary bartender's mix - an enchanting creation that rivals the ecstasy of bespoke cocktails, right from your kitchen. This is not just another premixed drink; this is your passport to the realm of upmarket mixology.

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Crushing Pencil Whipping: Your Ultimate Playbook for a More Efficient Organization

PathSpot

Pencil whipping, the practice of hastily filling out forms or checklists without carrying out the corresponding tasks or inspections, is a prevalent yet perilous issue within many organizations. Its consequences can be severe, including regulatory breaches, safety hazards, and a breach of trust among team members. This guide, leveraging the innovative task management features offered by PathSpot, is designed to assist you in detecting and preventing pencil whipping within your organization.

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The Funding Recipe for Your Restaurant – A Guide To Growing Your Business

Fuel your restaurant’s success with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Running a restaurant comes with unique financial challenges, from managing seasonal fluctuations to covering unexpected expenses like equipment repairs or ingredient shortages. This guide dives into fast, flexible financing options for restaurant owners. Discover how to bridge cash flow gaps, fund expansions, or navigate slow seasons without compromising service quality.

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In the Dominican Republic, Mamajuana Is a Drink, a Medicine and a Rite of Passage

EATER

Mamajuana, a drink made from rum, wine, honey and macerated botanicals has been a staple in the Dominican Republic for more than a century.

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Restaurants' tech awakening becomes a security risk

Restaurant Business

The industry’s embrace of technology has made it a bigger target for cyberattacks. Here’s what restaurants can do to protect themselves.

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203. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 203 – Building Fantastic Guest Loyalty with Mo’Betta’s

Restaurant Technology Guys

If you’re a fan of Hawaiian food, you might have heard of Mo Bettah’s, a chain of restaurants that serves authentic island cuisine. Mo Bettah’s has been growing rapidly in the past few years, thanks to its loyal customers and its partnership with Thanx, a digital loyalty platform. In this episode of RTG podcast, host Jeremy Julian talks to Katrina Guevera, the marketing director of Mo Bettah’s, about how they have built their brand, expanded their locations, and increased

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Sweetgreen makes the switch to extra virgin olive oil

Restaurant Business

In a move to upgrade quality, all of the chain’s proteins, veggies and grains will be cooked with EVOO starting Tuesday.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Salted raises $14M to expand Moonbowls, other delivery brands

Restaurant Business

The company plans to double its unit count by the end of next year and also has an acquisition up its sleeve.

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Is the tip credit dead?

Restaurant Business

A Deeper Dive: Peter Romeo joins the podcast to talk about the tip credit and whether it really is dead, service fees and the impact on tipping.

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6 strategies that could move the needle for loyalty programs

Restaurant Business

Exclusive perks, NFTs and AI are trending in restaurant rewards. But it’s OK to keep it simple, too.

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Chipotle dabbles in late-night hours, at least on Halloween

Restaurant Business

For the annual Boorito promotion this year, 53 college town locations will extend their hours until midnight.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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Starbucks and Workers United sue each other over pro-Palestine social media posts

Restaurant Business

Starbucks accused the union of trademark infringement, arguing that the public mistook the group's views on the Israel-Hamas war for its own. The union defended its name and logo.