Fri.Nov 01, 2024

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Why Starbucks Doesn’t Hit Like It Used To

EATER

Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images New CEO Brian Niccol is hoping customers will fall back in love with the coffee chain. Here’s why they fell out of love in the first place. I used to be a near-daily Starbucks drinker. In my early 20s, I commuted to work and stopped at the coffee behemoth almost every morning for an iced caramel latte and a breakfast sandwich.

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The Onion Recall that Impacted McDonald’s Illustrates the Importance of Working as a Supply Chain

Modern Restaurant Management

McDonald’s Quarter Pounders were temporarily removed from the menu across 13 states due to E. coli contamination , likely from onions used on the burgers. This widespread foodborne illness outbreak has killed at least one person and sickened 75 others , with cases expected to rise. Investigators suspect that the contaminated onions came from Taylor Farms, a supplier for McDonald’s and other restaurants.

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Innovation is great, until it isn't

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Starbucks pushed through products recently while skipping its traditional testing processes, even as the coffee shop giant was working to improve operations. Those ideas are contradictory.

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Tech Innovations that Simplify Restaurant Relocation

The Rail

By Lindsay Lawrence, Contributor Relocating a restaurant is no small feat, as it involves managing the transportation of kitchen equipment, reestablishing the space’s atmosphere, and ensuring minimal disruption to your business. Luckily, modern technology has introduced several innovations that streamline the restaurant relocation process, making it more efficient, cost-effective, and manageable.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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El Pollo Loco finds value-hunters want even more value

Restaurant Business

The fast-casual grilled-chicken chain launches a $5 Taco Tuesday promotion to spark trial after traffic plummets 7.6% in third quarter.

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Discover the Magic of JOLO and Rayson Wineries

Sante

A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation in North Carolina's Wine Country The post Discover the Magic of JOLO and Rayson Wineries appeared first on Santé.Food.Wine.Spirits.

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Why NEAT is the Official Spirits Judging Glass

Sante

A choice predicated on enhancing taste The post Why NEAT is the Official Spirits Judging Glass appeared first on Santé.Food.Wine.Spirits.

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Corporate greed cooked BurgerFi, franchisees say

Restaurant Business

The once-promising better-burger chain has a new owner out of bankruptcy, but franchisees wonder whether damage done under prior leaders leaves any hope for a new beginning.

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Our Favorite Chef-Designed Clog Is BOGO Today

EATER

Snibbs clogs feel great in the kitchen (and look cute in the streets) Not all workwear-inspired brands hit the mark, but Snibbs’ clogs have proven their chops among Eater staff as a comfortable shoe to wear while cooking, walking, and standing all day. I believe the exact words from Eater’s Special Projects’ Director Lesley Suter were, “I’m in love with my Snibbs,” and, well, you can’t beat that.

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PopUp Bagels launches franchising with new funding round

Restaurant Business

Former Moe's Southwest Grill exec Tory Bartlett is the new CEO for the New York-based "grip, rip and dip" bagel concept.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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The Best Dutch Ovens for Soup Season, Tested

EATER

The ultimate one-pot-wonder for all your braises, soups, and stews. A cauldron of sorts, a good Dutch oven is the best vessel for conjuring all sorts of practical magic (read: soup). Designed for maximum heat retention and long, slow cooking, a Dutch oven is a versatile kitchen essential for the stove-top and oven. Pretty much any time a recipe calls for a ‘heavy-bottomed pot,’ a Dutch oven will do the job.

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BJ's Pizookie Pass subscription drives traffic but hurts profits

Restaurant Business

Too many customers cashed in on free daily Pizookies in the third quarter, leading the casual-dining chain to rethink the popular promotion.

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Namasteak, USA

EATER

Photo illustration by Lille Allen; Photos of Indus steaks by Chris Peters [link]

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MRM Research Roundup: Cautious Optimism, Beyond the Burn, and the Taylor Swift Economy

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of how restaurants are a saving grace for malls, the economic impact of Taylor Swift in town, and how influential reviews can be. Voice of the Restaurant Industry Toast's 2024 Voice of the Restaurant Industry some insights and data suggesting a cautiously optimistic outlook: profits are rising, with 63 percent reporting increased margins compared to last year.

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The HR Leader’s Survival Guide

HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

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People Are Driving Hours for Houston’s Viral Pumpkin Spice Conchas

EATER

The staff at La Hacienda Bakery are still working around the clock to make people’s pumpkin-spice-filled concha dreams come true

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QSR Automations Announces Majority Growth Investment from Battery Ventures

QSR Automations

Transition Represents New Era of Innovation and Growth Louisville, KY. (November, 1) – QSR Automations, a global leader in restaurant technology solutions, today announced a strategic, majority growth investment from Battery Ventures, a global, technology-focused investment firm. This investment represents a pivotal moment in QSR Automations’ history, positioning the company for accelerated growth, enhanced innovation, and expanded market reach.

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The 15 Best Cocktail Recipes to Make This Holiday Season

EATER

The 15 best cocktail recipes to make this holiday season, from a Manhattan made with amaro to a winter mezcal Negroni and other easy drinks.

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