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From Feast to Fiasco, How not to be a Large Party Pooper

Blue Orbit Restaurant Consulting

In the dynamic world of the restaurant industry, one cannot underestimate the importance of planning, especially when it comes to hosting large parties. Restaurants have always been synonymous with celebrations, and accommodating large groups is an opportunity to boost revenue. However, the successful execution of such events hinges on careful preparation.

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Revolutionizing Restaurant Financial Compliance with the AI-Powered Future

Modern Restaurant Management

A staggering amount of money passed through restaurants every year. In the US alone, restaurant sales are forecast to hit $997 billion during 2023, according to the latest National Statistics. Restaurants process customer orders and payments, use reservation systems, deal with invoices from suppliers, run staff payroll and more. This involves them processing credit card details and handling other personally identifiable information, such as customers’ names, telephone numbers, and home add

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The Best Food Books to Read This Fall

EATER

For when you want to read about food, not just eat it. | Lille Allen/Eater With these 11 works of food-focused fiction and nonfiction you won’t mind being cooped up inside as the temperatures drop As the blistering heat of summer subsides, giving way to cooler temperatures and changing leaves, there’s no better time than the present to cozy up with a good book.

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Krispy Kreme to promote Josh Charlesworth to CEO

Restaurant Business

The company’s chief operating officer will take the top job in January. Current CEO Mike Tattersfield will remain on the board and will serve as a senior advisor.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Shift Bidding: What It Is & How To Use It in Your Business

Sling

If you think your business might benefit from more employee input into the work scheduling process, consider offering shift bidding. This unique approach to scheduling allows for more active participation and may result in a work calendar that satisfies everyone on your roster. In this article, we discuss how to use shift bidding in your business and some of the best practices that can make it work even better.

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It’s Time for a Glorious, Uncompromising Re-Politicizing of Wine

EATER

The longtime plea to "keep politics out of wine" ignores the fact that wine has always been political, and that drinking it can act as both rebellion and discovery.

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Real Housewife Ubah Hassan Puts Hot Sauce on Everything — Including Doughnuts

EATER

Ubah Hassan on “Watch What Happens Live” | Photo by: Charles Sykes/Bravo via Getty Images Drawing on the flavors her family cooked with in Africa, Hassan created her hot sauce Ubah Hot to spice up her strict diet while working as a model Before joining the cast of the Real Housewives of New York , model Ubah Hassan graced the pages of Allure and Vogue Italia and appeared in campaigns for Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Lauren, and Betsey Johnson.

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Loyalty programs are getting more cost-effective for restaurants, report says

Restaurant Business

The gap between loyalty and non-loyalty discounts is narrowing, according to Paytronix, as some restaurants make their rewards programs less generous.

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The Dozen – Bob’s Legacy

Sante

Global estates Robert Mondavi had a hand in building continue to provide great wines.

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KFC Smash'd Potato Bowls join the chain's expanding bowl lineup

Restaurant Business

The latest innovation pairs fries and mashed potatoes with cheese sauce, bacon and more cheese.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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PROWEIN 2024 CONTINUES 30-YEAR SUCCESS STORY

Sante

Over 50,000 wine and spirits professionals from all over the globe are expected at ProWein, International Trade Fair for Wines and Spirits, from March 10 – 12, 2024 at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany.

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Panera Brands takes another step in its planned IPO

Restaurant Business

Krispy Kreme CEO Mike Tattersfield, who is stepping down from that position in January, will become the company’s board chairman. Former Starbucks CFO Patrick Grismer will become lead independent director.

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Eataly names first North American CEO as it plots U.S. expansion

Restaurant Business

Tommaso Brusò comes to the Italian food hall/marketplace chain from the fashion industry. He will help lead Eataly’s efforts to more than triple its North American footprint.

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Fertitta's Landry's chain is sued by EEOC for allegedly picking on an Iranian employee

Restaurant Business

The suit alleges that the woman was routinely mocked for her appearance and accent, and that the company failed to stop it when the woman complained.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Executives' franchisee profitability comments are pointless until they report the data

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: McDonald’s and its franchisees differ on the profitability of restaurants, but we can’t judge for ourselves because the company doesn’t release the data, like most franchise businesses.

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