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MAY 3, 2024

The new Netflix series captures the uncertain power dynamic and unusual level of intimacy between bartender and patron—real, illusory, performative, sometimes all three.

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APRIL 28, 2024

In this blog post, we explore the world of free restaurant management software and its various applications in the food service industry. From efficient inventory management and menu planning to seamless reservation and staff scheduling, we delve into the essential features and benefits of these software solutions.

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SpotOn

MAY 1, 2024

Getting your business discovered by potential customers is a challenging task. Small businesses can use paid ads, social media promotion, and other clever tactics to lure curious local customers to try a new food spot. But we all know how tedious this process can be, especially if your business wants to save more than it spends. Even if you're taking out single-page ads in the newspaper each week or doling out free samples on the sidewalk, most restaurants don't realize there's a

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 29, 2024

There is a real dichotomy in understanding, a gap in understanding between the employer and employee and how each views the work at hand. I’m sure it’s true in many industries, but let’s just focus on the business of restaurants. For nearly two years now I have been offering thoughts on the labor challenges that restaurants continue to face while providing some observations and thoughts.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2024

Keeping health and wellness top of mind, consumers are increasingly choosing mocktails and other non-alcoholic drinks at restaurants and at home. In fact, the market for non-alcoholic alternatives has seen consistent double-digit growth over the last five years and exceeded half a billion dollars in 2023, according to NielsenIQ. Celebrities such as Katy Perry, Blake Lively, Kylie Minogue and Bella Hadid are helping to boost the booze-free band wagon by launching non-alcoholic beverages.

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The Eat Restaurant

APRIL 29, 2024

For restaurant owners, smooth operations are important. Managing various payment and reservation systems simultaneously is far from ideal, often leading to lost revenue, wasted time, and frustrated customers due to double entries and manual transactions. I ntegrated reservation systems like Eat App, with secure payment solutions can be a game-changer for restaurants.

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Restaurant Business

APRIL 30, 2024

A focus on value and operations is helping both sales and profits at the casual-dining chain.

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The Rail

MAY 2, 2024

By Noel Dorsey, Contributor Restaurant relocation is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and execution, especially when managing inventory. Properly handling inventory during the relocation process is crucial to ensure a smooth transition and minimize disruptions to operations. In this post, we'll explore effective strategies for managing inventory during a restaurant move, from inventory assessment to packing and transportation, to help restaurant owners easily navigate thi

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ChefMod

APRIL 29, 2024

In the fast-paced world of the restaurant industry, the adoption of modern technology is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity for survival and success. As operations become more complex, technology such as ChefMod offers sophisticated solutions that streamline tasks, reduce errors, and enhance overall efficiency. Furthering the effort to make technology more accessible, accurate, and approachable, ChefMod’s unique approach provides a support system for every engagement throughout the pro

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Sante

MAY 3, 2024

“Good” is a misleading term when it comes to business. Good is another way of expressing “acceptable”, or “average”, and Continue Reading The post HOW TO OPERATE A GREAT RESTAURANT appeared first on Santé Magazine.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2024

Restaurants are complex businesses with many moving parts. Yet all of these parts must work together in harmony for the customer to leave the restaurant feeling satisfied, with their only hunger being to return for another visit. Unfortunately, the restaurant industry is notoriously known for being cliquish, and these cliques may not be as innocent and harmless as they may seem.

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Sculpture Hospitality

APRIL 30, 2024

Effective inventory management is the backbone of a successful restaurant operation. As profit margins in the hospitality industry can be razor-thin, ensuring control over food inventory is paramount for financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

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EATER

MAY 2, 2024

Building on decades of Korean Mexican cuisine in the city’s Pequeño Seúl, restaurants are crafting menus with global influences and attracting new customers The smells of Korean barbecue and Mexican street food mingle in the air of Zona Rosa, a central neighborhood of Mexico City. They hint at the longtime mixing of cultures within the busy corridors of Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Insurgentes, which anchor Pequeño Seúl (Little Seoul).

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Squirrel Systems

MAY 3, 2024

In today’s competitive dining industry, maintaining profitability while keeping prices stable is a significant challenge for restaurateurs. High operating costs, fluctuating commodity prices, and the ever-evolving preferences of guests can all squeeze margins. However, there are effective strategies that restaurants can employ to enhance their financial performance without having to increase menu prices.

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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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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2024

Limited Time Offerings (LTOs) have been a staple of the restaurant industry, although their very nature is short-lived. For consumers, LTOs often bring to mind seasonal offerings that have become synonymous with specific times of the year. For restaurants, LTOs create new avenues to connect with customers and generate opportunities for chefs to expand offerings.

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SpotOn

MAY 3, 2024

If you work in the food service industry, the National Restaurant Association Show is the place to be. It's an annual trade show with more than 50,000 professionals, 2,200 exhibitors , and 900 product categories in a space that covers over 11 football fields. However, with an event this big, your visit can easily turn into information overload.

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EATER

MAY 3, 2024

From adaptogen powders to AG1 and collagen, why are so many of us self-medicating with supplements? When my first novel was released in 2017, I found myself depleted and exhausted. For an introverted writer, going on a book tour was a shock to the system. For the first time, I was speaking in public, fielding questions about writing, trying to put words to an intuitive endeavor.

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Restaurant Technology Guys

APRIL 28, 2024

In the world of sustainable practices, Restaurant Technologies Inc. (RTI) is a shining example of innovation and commitment to making a positive impact on the environment. In a recent podcast interview with RTI’s General Counsel, Diana Geseking, and the host Jeremy, the conversation delves deep into the company’s sustainability efforts and the incredible impact they have had on the food industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2024

Restaurant brands need to pay attention to evolving media consumptions in order to better engage with potential customers, according to results of a year-long study conducted by Digital Turbine in collaboration with Qrious Insight. While 91 percent of people use social media, the report finds that, among QSR brand consumers, nearly four in ten social users actually spend more time playing mobile games than they do on social media.

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Sling

MAY 3, 2024

If your business needs more employee coverage, the Pitman schedule may be the solution. This flexible plan allows you to organize team members into shifts that can span just a few hours once or twice a week all the way up to and including 24 hours, seven days a week. In this article, we discuss how the Pitman schedule works, the pros and cons of the process, and the best practices that can help make the system more successful.

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EATER

APRIL 29, 2024

It’s giving lunch | Panera Bread Wear it with your Panera purse You could forgive Panera Bread for thinking it should keep pushing into the fashion world. The brand’s baguette purse was kind of great. But in anticipation of the Kentucky Derby, and to promote its new menu, Panera is now releasing a “bread bowl” hat that kind of looks like a bird tried to make a nest out of stale leftovers.

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QSR Automations

MAY 2, 2024

In the dynamic world of hospitality, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s what keeps the industry afloat. From the ambiance of the venue to the precision of the cocktails, every small detail matters. In this realm of precision, technology is a game-changer, it can revolutionize the way bars operate and enhance the customer experience. The landscape of kitchen tech is lush, and it’s never been a better time to invest in kitchen technology!

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 3, 2024

Ever-popular coffee is also proving to be an uber versatile ingredient for restaurants, bars and coffeehouses. More than half of North America’s 50 Best Bars have coffee cocktails on their signature menus, according to bar inventory resource, Backbar. According to a recent survey , one in four Americans like to drink espresso martinis, and in 2024, the cocktail trend remains strong, having experienced a 50 percent growth over the preceding 12 months.

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Restaurant Business

MAY 1, 2024

After a strong first quarter, Dallas-based Wingstop expects double-digit same-store sales growth this year, as it plans on becoming a Top 10 global restaurant brand.

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EATER

APRIL 30, 2024

Plating ant eggs for a quick snack. Though Isan cuisine has proven popular around the world, chefs in the northeastern Thai region are still fighting for recognition domestically, using foraged ingredients and fine dining techniques to rewrite their culinary reputation Rule 1: Gather eggs between March and May. Rule 2: Prepare for thorny underbrush and an armada of hungry mosquitos.

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Revel Systems

MAY 2, 2024

Meet Emerging Enterprise Account Executive Lynne DeVall Get to know some of the best and brightest at Revel Systems® in our recurring “People POS” question-and-answer series. Our previous spotlight featured Josh Starkey , a professional services consultant who travels the U.S. helping our clients implement Revel’s platform.

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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.

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2024

When it comes to designing restaurants, creating spaces that rise above mere aesthetics requires a deep understanding of the guests who will be a part of the experience. Beyond the surface-level elements such as décor and spatial layout, as architects and designers we must acknowledge the significance of catering to the diverse preferences of each restaurant’s clientele.

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Restaurant Business

MAY 3, 2024

Operators have closed or rebranded nearly half of the chain’s locations over the past year and a half. And then as the chain was sold last week, franchisees were told the company lost its distribution contract.

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Clover - Restaurants

MAY 3, 2024

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are an estimated 48 million people who get sick from foodborne illness each year, with 128,000 requiring hospitalization. An estimated 3,000 people in the U.S. die each year due to foodborne illness. Recent surveys confirm the importance of cleaning and sanitizing in food industry establishments for building customer confidence and in influencing diner choice.

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QSR Automations

MAY 2, 2024

As the world continues to rely less on paper and more on digital applications, we are thrilled to unveil our latest ConnectSmart® innovation for restaurants: RecipesPlus. This revolutionary digital recipe platform will transform your kitchen operations, making recipe execution and training a breeze. ConnectSmart® RecipesPlus is not just a recipe hosting software, it’s a tool designed to create a consistent dining experience for your guests.

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Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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