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Make or Break: Managing the Media’s Role in Food Recalls

Modern Restaurant Management

In a recall crisis, the media can be your greatest ally or your worst enemy – it all comes down to how you manage the message. With food recalls at a five year high , there’s (understandably!) increased consumer demand for real-time information about these incidents. The media can be incredibly valuable in distributing updates to the public and other key stakeholders, but if the information they have is inaccurate or sensationalized, it’s not helpful in protecting public health

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THE RESTAURANT MVP

Culinary Cues

This is a time of the year when many invest personal effort in speculating who will win the honors as NFL Most Valuable Player. Sure, there are always a few players who truly stand out and supporters are quick to point to a portfolio of statistics to lend credibility to their choice. Although egos might be polished for some and disappointment constantly expressed when your choice is overlooked, the reality is that no one person on a team can take full credit for the success of the whole, nor can

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Tips & Resources for Restaurants Impacted by LA Wildfires

SpotOn

The January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires are some of the most destructive in California history. While the physical damage is still being assessed, there is no way to fully capture the scope of the loss. Los Angelenos have lost loved ones, homes, and businesses that were the result of a life’s work.  In time LA will rebuild, though these scars will remain.

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The business insurance market in Los Angeles was brutal. Then came the wildfires

Restaurant Business

California was already a challenging insurance market because of fire risk. The ongoing crisis is only expected to make it worse.

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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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267. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 267 – Revolutionizing Beverages: The Story of Sidework’s Game-Changing Innovation

Restaurant Technology Guys

In today’s fast-paced world, the restaurant industry is constantly evolving. With new technologies emerging daily, businesses strive to elevate their service quality and optimize operations.

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The fast-food business ended 2024 on a high note, sort of

Restaurant Business

Traffic at quick-service restaurants increased last quarter, according to Revenue Management Solutions, but it declined again in December.

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Should restaurants fear alcohol warning labels?

Restaurant Business

Working Lunch: This weeks politics podcast from Align Public Strategies also features a discussion on the SEIU and the AFL-CIO and McDonalds walking back DEI policies.

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Creating a Sense of Comfort

Modern Restaurant Management

The Frog and The Peach chef and owner Bruce Lefebvre disliked the restaurant's restrooms feeling they didn't match the level of ambiance he strives to provide for guests. He initiated a renovation to make the restrooms as elevated as his menu and as comfortable as the best seat in the house. “The restrooms were dated, to say the least.

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Shake Shack plans four-fold increase in domestic unit count

Restaurant Business

The brand with fine-dining roots sets new goal to move across suburban America with drive-thrus and smaller formats, to go where it's never been before, said CEO Rob Lynch.

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A Fire Closes New York’s Blue Hill at Stone Barns and Its Farm

EATER

A fire struck the property over the weekend

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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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Call Your Mother wins significant strategic investment for expansion

Restaurant Business

The 15-unit "Jew-ish" deli as a rabid fan base in Washington, D.C. and Denver, and the co-founders are looking at new markets.

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2018 Gurashvili’s Family Vineyards Saperavi Tibaani Kakheti Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2018 Gurashvili’s Family Vineyards Saperavi Tibaani Kakheti Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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Taco Bell executive Scott Mezvinsky named KFC CEO

Restaurant Business

The 49-year-old, currently the president of Taco Bell North America and International, will succeed Sabir Sami, who will step down at the end of February.

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2022 Mtsvane Saperavi Brut Rose Pet-Nat Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2022 Mtsvane Saperavi Brut Rose Pet-Nat Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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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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Amid slower sales, Papa Johns opens its 6000th restaurant

Restaurant Business

The pizza chains same-store sales declined again in the fourth quarter, according to preliminary results released Monday. But it reached a key growth milestone last month.

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2021 Iberieli Saperavi “Natural Wine” Kakheti Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Iberieli Saperavi “Natural Wine” Kakheti Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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Tech supplier Chowly launches all-in-one off-premise 'platform'

Restaurant Business

The company has spent a couple of years adding new products. Now it has integrated them into a single system that it says is more than the sum of its parts.

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2020 Qarvani Saperavi Semi-Dry Red Kakheti Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2020 Qarvani Saperavi Semi-Dry Red Kakheti Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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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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It's all about bowls at Cava, KFC, Rubio's and Bojangles

Restaurant Business

Taste Tracker: Poppers as toppers at &pizza and Your Pie; Krispy Kreme loves Pop Tarts; things get saucy for Cracker Barrel, Jimmy Johns and Walk-Ons; bagel time at Panera; and beverage news from Sonic, HTeaO and Ziggis.

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2019 Vazisubani Estate Saperavi Estate Collection Mukuzani Kakheti Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2019 Vazisubani Estate Saperavi Estate Collection Mukuzani Kakheti Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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One big reason for 2024's closures: Too many restaurants

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: The industry had too many locations in 2019. The pandemic led to a lot of closures. But the industry has been aggressively opening restaurants since 2020.

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2020 Vazisubani Saperavi Kakheti Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2020 Vazisubani Saperavi Kakheti Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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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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Make Way for Mexican Amaro

EATER

Producers from Germany to Vietnam are reinterpreting Italys bittersweet liqueur through their own cultural lenses. Here are five bottles to try.

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2019 Winiveria Saperavi Telavi Kakheti Georgia

Planet Grape

The post 2019 Winiveria Saperavi Telavi Kakheti Georgia appeared first on planet grape wine review.

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