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World of Beer declares bankruptcy

Restaurant Business

Once one of the country’s fastest-growing chains, the craft beer-focused casual-dining chain cited inflation, litigation and weak traffic for its challenges.

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Best Practices for Handling a Data Breach

Modern Restaurant Management

A former employee filed a class-action lawsuit against Panera, following a data breach earlier this year. The suit claims that Panera is to blame for the breach, which exposed employees’ personal information, including Social Security numbers. Panera contacted affected employees and is providing a one-year membership in a program that provides credit monitoring, identity detection and resolution of identity theft.

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Can Florida’s Orange Growers Survive Another Hurricane Season?

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Farmers across the state of Florida are bracing as intensifying hurricanes, and the rising temperatures that strengthen them, continue to threaten future harvests. | Dhiraj Singh/Bloomberg via Getty Images A perfect storm of hurricanes, diseases, and water scarcity threatens to wipe out the state’s famed citrus industry This story was originally published by Grist.

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Five Ways to Boost Restaurant Revenue with Data-Driven Insights During NYC Restaurant Week

Modern Restaurant Management

NYC Restaurant Week, taking place from July 22 through mid-August, is a golden opportunity for restaurants to maximize revenue and showcase their culinary prowess. This summer event draws in both locals and tourists, making it a peak time for the city’s dining establishments. With over 600 participating restaurants, the event is a major attraction, bringing in thousands of diners eager to experience the city’s diverse culinary offerings.

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Maximize Restaurant Profitability: 5 Key Strategies to Control Costs Effectively

Running a profitable restaurant requires more than great food and service. Our guide breaks down five actionable strategies to help you control costs and maximize profitability. Learn how to track and reduce food waste, optimize labor costs with smart scheduling, make data-driven decisions with regular P&L reviews, and manage fixed and variable costs efficiently.

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How Restaurant Management Software Creates Happier Customers

The Rail

By Silver Stephens, Contributor Every restaurateur knows that day-to-day management isn’t always a walk in the park—even on the smoothest days. While pen and paper methods are the time-honored tradition, restaurant management software can streamline everyday tasks from staff scheduling to inventory to managing front of house, saving you time and headaches.

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Sam Hamra, founder of Wendy's franchisee Hamra Enterprises, dies at age 92

Restaurant Business

He leaves behind a company that now operates more than 200 restaurants across four brands in 11 states.

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Buca di Beppo files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Restaurant Business

The Italian casual-dining chain is restructuring after closing about 20% of its locations last week.

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For Superior Summer Drinks, Freeze, Grate, Repeat

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This easy technique for summer cocktails uses frozen fruit like tomatoes or Campari-soaked pineapple to elevate drinks like a Gin & Tonic.

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Popeyes sweetens its buttermilk biscuits with a flavor surprise

Restaurant Business

Chocolate comes to an iconic baked good, plus cheesecake gets swirled with caramel and apple, to add up to two new desserts on the chicken chain’s menu.

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I Ate at Every Buffet on the Las Vegas Strip in One Week

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The soul of Las Vegas can be uncovered one buffet station at a time

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From Payroll Pains to Growth Gains: Streamlining Payroll & HR for Success

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.

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Franchised brands get the franchisees they deserve

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Too many franchised restaurant chains desperately sell franchises to anyone in their bid for growth and are critical of them when things go south.

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Is it possible to get the sweetness of sugar along with the health benefits of fiber?

The Salt

Forget artificial sweeteners. Scientists at Harvard's Wyss Institute have developed a product that lets you eat sugar without absorbing all of it.

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Fat Brands sees a buyer's market for restaurant M&A

Restaurant Business

Earnings roundup: BJ’s is upping its marketing spend, Bad Daddy’s smash burgers are a hit, and El Pollo Loco guests are trading up and down.

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We'll pass on happy hour, Massachusetts restaurants say

Restaurant Business

Government Watch: The no-go on legalizing drink promos was one of the head-scratching political developments for restaurateurs last week.

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3 Steps to Successful & Strategic Year-End HR Planning

Year-end can be a hectic time for HR professionals, but with proper planning and organization, you can navigate it smoothly. Learn the main watch outs for year-end HR prep with Paycor’s helpful checklist covering employee data, wage and tax information, and special situations. Ensure compliance and efficiency by downloading today!