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Save Time And Labor With Highly Efficient Equipment

Restaurant Business

Labor challenges are ongoing for restaurants in all segments. Whether operators are having trouble finding trained employees or are facing difficulty with retention, the outcome is the same—stressed workers in the back of house, restaurants running on a skeleton crew and potential service interruptions as staff is spread too thin. Operators looking for a solution to ongoing labor struggles, however, are in luck.

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How England’s Cadbury Creme Egg Became an American Easter Icon

EATER

Photo-illustration by Lille Allen; Cadbury Creme Egg by David Cooper/Getty In the U.S., Cadbury chocolate is a uniquely seasonal treat There is no clearer sign that Easter — and thus, spring — is approaching than the appearance of Cadbury Creme Eggs on candy shelves across the country. With its ovoid chocolate shell and sweet filling, visually reminiscent of the inside of an egg, the Cadbury Creme Egg is arguably Easter’s most recognizable candy.

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Swig's CEO is leaving the company

Restaurant Business

No reason was given for the departure of Rian McCartan. Alex Dunn, managing partner of the beverage chain’s owner The Larry Miller Co., was named interim CEO.

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I Baked the Bisquick Coffee Cake So You Don’t Have to

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater Sometimes, you can’t trust the recipe on the back of the box One August afternoon at an antique store in Downeast Maine, I was flipping through a box of old print advertisements when a Bisquick ad from the 1960s stopped me in my tracks. A photo of the back of a Bisquick box listed recipes for things like pancakes, biscuits and shortcake, but most memorably, a coffee cake that called for Bisquick in its batter and crumb topping.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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Navigating Spring Challenges

Modern Restaurant Management

With spring's arrival, I find myself reflecting on the myriad of challenges facing the restaurant industry. With rising salaries, inflation, and higher crime rates, it's clear that we need to adapt and innovate to thrive in this ever-changing landscape. Drawing from my 20 years in the industry and a decade of owning successful restaurants like Duck Duck Goose , Osteria Pirata , and Anchor Tavern , I'm excited to share some of the strategies I've developed a roadmap to "Spring

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How England’s Cadbury Creme Egg Became an American Easter Icon

EATER

Photo-illustration by Lille Allen; Cadbury Creme Egg by David Cooper/Getty In the U.S., Cadbury chocolate is a uniquely seasonal treat There is no clearer sign that Easter — and thus, spring — is approaching than the appearance of Cadbury Creme Eggs on candy shelves across the country. With its ovoid chocolate shell and sweet filling, visually reminiscent of the inside of an egg, the Cadbury Creme Egg is arguably Easter’s most recognizable candy.

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Restaurant Public Relations: How to Promote Your Restaurant Like a Pro

The Rail

By Owen Baker, Contributor Like any other business, a successful restaurant must be promoted properly. In previous years, word of mouth may have been enough in terms of restaurant marketing. Not anymore. A good restaurant marketing strategy must also leverage public relations (PR). Just look at the statistics. A staggering 94% of diners choose restaurant establishments based on a restaurant’s reputation.

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Some Iconic Wines from Fathers & Daughters Cellars

Sante

Fathers and Daughters, Ella’s Reserve Pinot Noir 2019 From the moment you take a whiff, you are greeted with a Continue Reading The post Some Iconic Wines from Fathers & Daughters Cellars appeared first on Santé Magazine.

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In Search of the Ultimate Old-Fashioned

EATER

We asked 10 of America’s best bartenders to submit their finest recipes for the Old-Fashioned—then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.

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Big Macs aren't McDonald's real inflation story. Instead, look to the Cheeseburger

Restaurant Business

While the focus on restaurant menu price inflation has centered on premium items like the Big Mac, it’s in the smaller items, with fewer deals available, where prices have increased most.

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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Bad news, chocolate lovers: Cocoa prices have risen faster than bitcoin

The Salt

It's been a wild historic ride: The price of cocoa topped the all-time record before Valentine's Day and has almost doubled since then, in time for Easter. The culprit is the weather.

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Punch Bowl Social plans growth with two acquired concepts

Restaurant Business

Chicago-based eatertainment chain Punch Bowl Social has acquired two new brands that it plans to grow. One is karaoke-concept Voicebox and the other is an immersive art experience called Sweet Tooth Hotel. Both have cocktail bars.

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Here's where Gen Z wants restaurants to spend their tech dollars

Restaurant Business

Mobile ordering, paid reservations and, yes, dynamic pricing, are in demand among younger diners, according to a new report from the National Restaurant Association.

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Labor strife is still high as California's landmark fast-food wage law takes effect

Restaurant Business

With all the last-minute sniping by members, the first meeting of the Fast Food Council promises to be a doozy.

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

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HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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KFC's chicken nuggets take on a saucier attitude

Restaurant Business

New Saucy Nuggets come in five varieties to satisfy flavor-craving sauce fans.

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A new generation of upgraded kids' menus plays to parents, but they're getting Gen Alpha to hit the 'like' button

Restaurant Business

While many fast-food chains stick to old-school kids’ fare, there’s a recent surge among fast-casual and full-service restaurants to offer healthier, more grownup menus that appeal to the whole family.

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California cites I Heart Mac and Cheese for franchise violations

Restaurant Business

The state said that the fast-casual restaurant chain of customizable macaroni and cheese bowls failed to provide proper disclosures on its franchise documents. It’s the second state to take action against the business.

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Restaurants have good reasons for not turning cartwheels over the credit-card deal

Restaurant Business

Working Lunch: The offer from MasterCard and Visa doesn't look so good when you dive into the details.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.