Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

With the holiday season often comes a surge in dining out: shoppers are grabbing quick bites between stores, families are reconnecting over dinner at their favorite hometown restaurants, and people are seeking professionally-prepared meals for their various holiday gatherings. Restaurants added nearly 70,000 jobs this September, a sign of hope that demand will grow despite inflation-weary consumers’ pullback on restaurant spending.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

I came across an old quote from Phylicia Rashad (for those my age – the lead actress in the series “Fame” from many years back) that gave me another opportunity to think about the cooks that I know and have known over the past five (nearly six) decades and why I chose to stand in front of a range. “Before children speak, they sing, Before they write, they paint, As soon as they stand, they dance.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In recent years, the beverage industry has witnessed a surge in innovation, with cannabis-infused drinks emerging as a prominent trend. As cannabis legalization expands across the United States, restaurants and bars are beginning to introduce THC beverages to their menus. THC beverages combine the recreational components of cannabis and the social appeal of light beer, making them a fantastic alternative to traditional beverages.

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The Eat Restaurant

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In a restaurant, “on the fly” means an order that needs immediate attention, usually because of mistakes or urgent requests. This term captures the fast-paced nature of kitchen operations and the need for quick action. But what does “on the fly” really mean in a restaurant? In this article, we’ll break down its meaning, why it’s used, and how it impacts kitchen efficiency, helping the team stay on track even during the busiest moments.

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

By Leo Clarke, Contributor More so now than ever before, restaurant guests are looking for an experience when eating out, rather than just a satisfying meal. A huge part of this experience is the customer service they receive at every contact point within the restaurant – and even after they’ve left. Here, we share practical and actionable ways to enhance your establishment’s customer service.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Lille Allen/Eater I know how I want my Thanksgiving dinner to taste. That’s why I insist on cooking it almost entirely by myself. I admit that I can be a little bit weird about Thanksgiving. I have a pretty specific idea of how I want the day to go, and I stick to that. I want to eat a massive pile of food in the afternoon, then sleep on the couch while I watch football.

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The Salt

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture alerted federal authorities about several illnesses in the past week.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The fast-food giant is doubling down on an effort to get budget diners with a platform that will feature the $5 Meal Deal, local and digital offers and a “Buy One, Add One for $1” feature.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The aesthetic workhorse is on serious promo at KitchenAid, Williams Sonoma, and more cookware retailers. Having a KitchenAid standing mixer is the millennial equivalent of home ownership. I say this not only because I do not yet own either, but because I actually fantasize far more about the former (I have also heard a lot of HOA horror stories). Luckily, my dream has never been more possible with the many Black Friday sales on KitchenAid standing mixers that are (yes, already) emerging on the w

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

New concepts are coming fast and furious. Here are the notable independent restaurant openings across the country in the fourth quarter.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Lille Allen/Eater Scoops of butter pecan, salty caramel, and vanilla can take pie to the next level but are also great on their own Last Thanksgiving, my mother-in-law, who valiantly takes it upon herself to cook every part of the meal, set out her usual spread. There was turkey, souffle-like mashed potatoes, buttery pull-apart rolls, and the best part: multiple pies.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Yorgo Koutsogiorgas is leaving the Chicago deep-dish pizza chain after 13 years. His replacement is Portillo’s CMO Nick Scarpino, a fellow longtime Chicagoan.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Lesley Suter/Jordan Moss Shatterproof your festivities with the best shatterproof glasses according to party professionals Shatterproof glasses are the kind of thing you don’t realize you need until the moment hits — you’re hosting a party, you decided you’d do the planet a solid by not using disposable plastic cups, and so you’re nervously watching as your guests drink and laugh and gesture while clutching one of your prized, real-deal wine glasses and, whelp, your set of six is now five.

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The fast-food sandwich giant is ending an in-restaurant offer of a $6.99 Meal Deal after sales did not meet expectations. The company is shifting to an online, 20% off deal the rest of the year.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Eater’s holiday gift guides come to life at a two-day holiday pop up market with staff-curated gifts and a hidden cocktail lounge The holidays are in full swing, and this year, we’re celebrating the season with Eater Under Wraps , a two-day holiday shopping event and hidden cocktail lounge with plenty of sweet surprises. This year’s festivities are presented by Baileys, Brach’s, Capital One Dining, Destination DC, and World Central Kitchen, and guests can expect a marquee lineup of Eater staff-c

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The post Gracias a Dios Mezcal Artesanal Espadin Reposado Santiago Matatlan Oaxaca appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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The Salt

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Susan Stamberg returns with her annual love letter to the pink pile of Thanksgiving mush known as Mama Stamberg's Cranberry Relish.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The best gifts for home bartenders and drinks enthusiasts, from a Martini maker to a sleek cocktail shaker to wine glasses and decanters.

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Executive Summary: Here are the latest leadership changes in the restaurant industry.

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Restaurant Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Chef Greg Baxtrom introduces protein-rich Solein to diners by incorporating the ingredient into pasta, crepes and dessert.

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Planet Grape

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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