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MRM EXCLUSIVE: Consumer Data Analytics Reveal Dining Patterns to Attract Customers 

Modern Restaurant Management

The last few years have not been easy for several key industries in the U.S., including restaurants. According to CNN, there are fewer U.S. restaurants today than in 2019 and it is not clear when —if ever — they’re coming back. In 2022, there were about 631,000 restaurants in the United States. That’s roughly 72,000 fewer than in 2019.

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When Skipping Dessert Isn’t an Option — But Neither Is Hiring a Pastry Team

EATER

Lille Allen/Eater How restaurants make dessert work without an expert on hand Though putting dessert on the menu might be nonnegotiable for restaurants, who’s in charge of it is a different story. Historically, at a certain kind of establishment, dessert was the job of a designated pastry chef, if not a pastry team. Dessert made by a pastry chef can be an elaborate affair, involving multiple steps or precise processes like pastry or technical work with sugar or chocolate.

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How to Reduce your Restaurant Tech Stack

7 Shifts

You wouldn’t go to three different grocery stores to make a sandwich, so why do 68% of restaurant operators currently work with at least three different tech vendors to manage their team? Ben Torres at The Menagerie Hospitality Group says it all: “I was overseeing multiple [restaurant] concepts, there were multiple tools being used by multiple concepts, and having to log in and out, back and forth, having to remember all these different passwords, it became so cumbersome—it almost reached the po

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Extra-Saucy Momos, Oysters, and More Reasons I Love Returning to Baltimore

EATER

When in Baltimore, Himalayan House’s momos, thin Nepalese dumplings, are always worth a stop. | Nat Belkov/Eater There’s so much more to the city than crabs and Old Bay This post originally appeared in the October 14, 2023 edition of Eater’s Travel newsletter , a place for Eater’s editors and writers to share their tips for navigating the world’s most delicious destinations.

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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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Why the FTC is coming after restaurant service charges

Restaurant Business

Working Lunch: The podcast from public affairs firm Align Public Strategies features a discussion on Biden’s “junk fees” proposal and more on the tip credit.

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A Tofu and Kimchi Recipe from a Legendary LA Koreatown Restaurant

EATER

Rick Poon/Hardie Grant A menu staple at celebrated Los Angeles restaurant Beverly Soon Tofu, the dish is a crispy, sizzling-hot delight When Beverly Soon Tofu closed due to the pandemic, the Los Angeles food community heavily felt the loss. The restaurant operated in Koreatown from 1986 to 2020. Over the decades, owner Monica Lee saw Koreatown grow into a dining destination, with her restaurant’s own high-profile media attention certainly driving visitors.

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Science Your Way to Better Spirit Infusions

EATER

How to make better spirit infusions for cocktails, using kitchen tools like a sous vide machine, an iSi and even a microwave.

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Weather and wallets will impact restaurant menu planning next year

Restaurant Business

Technomic predicts seven industry trends worth watching in its latest report, “What’s in Store for 2024.

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How Two Brothers Make Pre-Prohibition-Style Whiskey in Colorado

EATER

Leopold Bros. ages their Three-Chamber Rye whiskey for eight to 15 years Leopold Bros. distillery in Denver is the only distillery making rye whiskey using a method popular before Prohibition: the three-chamber still. “The Three Chamber Rye whiskey is a true unicorn,” says Todd Leopold. “That’s it, there’s only one.” Leopold’s three-chamber still was made specifically for the distillery eight years ago.

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TGI Fridays plans to make millions by serving sushi

Restaurant Business

The bar chain has added food from Krispy Rice at 140 locations in a bid to appeal to younger consumers.

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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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2021 Dutton Goldfield Chardonnay Walker Hill Vineyard Dutton Ranch Green Valley of Russian River Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Chardonnay Walker Hill Vineyard Dutton Ranch Green Valley of Russian River Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Chick-fil-A is coming out with a cookbook

Restaurant Business

The chicken sandwich chain’s cookbook, “Extra Helpings,” will include recipes for some of its menu items, including coleslaw and chicken salad.

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2021 Dutton Goldfield Chardonnay Rued Vineyard Russian River Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Chardonnay Rued Vineyard Russian River Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Nostalgia in marketing isn't just for older generations

Restaurant Business

Technomic's Take: Parents and older family members can induce feelings of second-hand nostalgia and FOMO. It's why catering to parents of young children is so important.

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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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2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Devil’s Gulch Marin

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Devil’s Gulch Marin appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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How a new generation of chatbots is changing voice ordering

Restaurant Business

Large language models like ChatGPT have flipped the script for companies like ConverseNow, which uses AI to take restaurants’ phone and drive-thru orders.

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2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Stubbs Vineyard Petaluma Gap

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Stubbs Vineyard Petaluma Gap appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Why are restaurant sales holding up? Credit 'funflation'

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Consumers continue to spend their money on food and entertainment even as the cost for it soars, and they’re spending less on sporting goods and furniture.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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2021 Dutton Goldfield Deviate Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Deviate Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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The Board: October 2023

Margin Edge

This month we look at: green onion costs, the latest inflation updates, how the upcoming time change could impact your restaurant and national restaurant sales trends from September.

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2021 Dutton Goldfied Pinot Noir Emerald Ridge Vineyard Dutton Ranch Green Valley of Russian River Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfied Pinot Noir Emerald Ridge Vineyard Dutton Ranch Green Valley of Russian River Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Restaurants wade in on both sides of Israel-Palestine conflict

Restaurant Business

Amid calls for peace, fundraising efforts also offered an outlet for solidarity and action.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Fox Den Vineyard Green Valley of Russian River Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Fox Den Vineyard Green Valley of Russian River Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir McDougall Vineyard Fort Ross-Seaview Sonoma

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir McDougall Vineyard Fort Ross-Seaview Sonoma appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Docker Hill Vineyard Mendocino

Planet Grape

The post 2021 Dutton Goldfield Pinot Noir Docker Hill Vineyard Mendocino appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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2022 Luke Sauvignon Blanc Columbia Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2022 Luke Sauvignon Blanc Columbia Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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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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2020 Luke The Companion Red Blend Columbia Valley

Planet Grape

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2020 Luke Cabernet Sauvignon Wahluke Slope Columbia Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2020 Luke Cabernet Sauvignon Wahluke Slope Columbia Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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