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Beyond Menus: Creative QR Code Uses for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

During the COVID-19 pandemic, QR codes took center stage in the restaurant industry. The technology allowed patrons to bypass physical menus and access digital menus instead, lowering the risk of spreading the virus. But QR codes offer much more than a pathway to a menu on our phones. Businesses use the 2D barcode in new, exciting ways every day. For example, Pizza Hut used QR codes to turn pizza boxes into an augmented reality game of Pac-Man, while Chili’s promoted the technology at its

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Chipotle boosts benefits for its Gen Z workforce

Restaurant Business

The fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain announced a series of financial and mental wellness benefits as it ramps up hiring for what it calls "burrito season.

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The Best Chicken Soup Recipes, According to Eater Staff

EATER

Shutterstock These are the bowls that sustain us through cold and flu season Placebo effect be damned, sometimes there’s nothing like a bowl of chicken soup, whether you’re stuffed up with a cold or just reeling from another long winter. Chicken soup can be as labor-intensive as you want it to be — you can make your own chicken broth (it’s a great way to use up a leftover chicken ), or take some shortcuts with your favorite box of stock.

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Let the awards season begin: Here are the James Beard Foundation semifinalists

Restaurant Business

This is the first round of the Beard award season. Finalists will be named in April and the winners celebrated in June.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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5 Tips for Revamping your Menu

Restaurant Engine

Meticulously go through your menu on a regular basis to refine it regularly. Does your restaurant feel stagnant? Is it time for a change, but you aren’t sure where to start? Your menu is a great starting point to refresh your restaurant and excite your customers. Take your menu to a new level by changing things up to really maximize your sales. You can do this, and we’re going to show you how.

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Dave & Buster's is set to hit 'Play' on a new high-tech prototype

Restaurant Business

The prototype for the food-and-games restaurant chain incorporates sports bar-like features, private gaming areas and self-service beer taps.

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Top Four Restaurant Inventory Management Best Practices

Evergreen

In addition to cost control, effective inventory management also plays a vital role in enhancing customer satisfaction. By ensuring that the kitchen is well-stocked with the necessary ingredients and supplies, restaurants can consistently deliver high-quality dishes to their […] The post Top Four Restaurant Inventory Management Best Practices appeared first on Evergreen.

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That’s (Not) the Tea

EATER

Maren Caruso/Getty Images Michelle Francl’s new book “Steeped: The Chemistry of Tea” sparked an international debate over which country makes the best tea Humans have a particular penchant for using beverages as markers of identity. I’ve seen friends get into legitimate fights over gin versus vodka martinis. I’ve read essays on how the whole country of Italy is right to not allow you milk in your coffee after 10 a.m.

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McDonald's has a major impact on the U.S. economy

Restaurant Business

The fast-food burger giant contributes $108 billion a year to the U.S. gross domestic product, according to an economic impact report released this week. That impact is spread throughout the country.

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Everybody Knows Josh

EATER

Josh wine has gone viral thanks to memes about the notorious bottle. The jokes illuminate how wine drinkers cope with a confusing industry.

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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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Celebrity chef Jet Tila adds another signature dish to Pei Wei’s menu

Restaurant Business

Firecracker Shrimp brings a sweet-spicy flavor profile and new protein to the fast-casual’s pan-Asian lineup.

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One of North America’s Best Bars Comes Alive on Tuesday Nights

EATER

Rosewood Mayakoba At Zapote on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, Martes de Locales is a full sensory experience This post originally appeared in the January 20, 202 3 edition of Eater Travel , dispatches from Eater staff about culinary destinations worth planning an entire trip around. Subscribe now. As the sun set on the summer, I set off on a solo trip to Riviera Maya — a fast and easy trek from my home in Houston — for a few days of fun in the sun before the excitement of the holiday season revved up.

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Potbelly keeps its focus on growth through franchising

Restaurant Business

The fast-casual sandwich chain said it has 192 franchised stores currently under development. It also released an updated rewards app.

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The Struggle to Eat Vegetables on Vacation Is Incredibly Real

EATER

It ain't easy getting your greens!

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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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Be careful of the word ‘free’

Restaurant Business

Marketing Bites: How offering freebies could get you in hot water. Plus, Applebee’s Date Night Pass promo broke some hearts.

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Top Four Restaurant Inventory Management Best Practices

Evergreen

In addition to cost control, effective inventory management also plays a vital role in enhancing customer satisfaction.

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Restaurant development surged to a new high in 2023

Restaurant Business

The data from the online dining guide Yelp shows that restaurants opened at a fast rate last year than they did in pre-pandemic 2019, led by Mexican restaurants and pubs.

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Top 16 Valentine’s Day Promotion Ideas for Restaurants

The Eat Restaurant

Valentine's Day is expected to be one of your busiest days ever, with 49% of customers likely to dine at a restaurant, while 25% plan to order takeaways. According to ongoing trends, this International Day of Love will continue to grow in 2024.

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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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How private equity is impacting food costs

Restaurant Business

A Deeper Dive: John Davie, CEO of Buyer’s Edge Platform, joins the Restaurant Business podcast to discuss technology, food costs and the outlook for inflation.

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Here Are the 2024 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists

EATER

James Beard Foundation Check out the full list Today in a press release, the James Beard Foundation revealed the semifinalist nominees for the 2024 James Beard Awards. This is the third awards season to reflect changes made in the wake of an extensive 2021 audit to address the longstanding biases baked into the awards process. Newer categories include an emerging chef award without an age cutoff, as well as regional best chef categories that now include separate awards for California, Texas, and

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When new technology can be a mixed blessing

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Restaurant chains have been unleashing a torrent of new technologies on their stores over the past few years. This effort can sometimes have unforeseen consequences.

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An American chemist's take on the perfect cup of tea causes a stir in England

The Salt

A U.S. academic's recipe for the perfect cup of tea has sent Brits into a tizzy. Salt? Warm milk? The horror!

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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.