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Merch with a Mission: Creating Brand Ambassadors

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"Merchandise is more than just a revenue stream — it’s a way to deepen the connection with your customers and expand your brand’s reach." Merchandise became a natural extension of this vision, offering customers a way to carry the brand with them and become ambassadors for the experience.

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Boost Your Restaurant Business with Five Local Marketing Tips

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You can also expect fresher and higher quality merchandise because the food won’t have to stay in transit for long. Social media influencers are all the rage when it comes to promotional material and it’s undeniable that their reach is considerable. Reach Out to Local Foodies. Sign Up on Local Directories.

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It’s Not Christmas in Buenos Aires Without Pan Dulce

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He describes the bread as dried fruit with some dough, instead of the other way around, because of the enormous amount of merchandise that goes into it. Over the course of nearly 40 years in operation, Plaza Mayor says it has made no tweaks to its pan dulce recipe. Plaza Mayor Lines form outside Plaza Mayor in an undated photo.

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How to Avoid the Top Seven Restaurant Inventory Management Mistakes

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Mistake #4: Improper Receiving Procedures Improper receiving influences all other aspects of the food inventory management system, from future counts being slower due to lack of organization, product being spoiled, or being shorted product that was paid for. Make sure a trained receiver is always on hand during these hours.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-April 2020 Edition

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The top factor influencing the choice to buy alcoholic drinks with take out/delivery relates to ease and safety. Since then, gift card sales have declined, but online ordering and merchandise sales have both increased steadily: Online orders have increased 50 percent week-over-week for the last three weeks. 2 ranking, Nike.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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The data collected will help create future strategies to identify customer preferences influencing a company's sales and marketing strategies. Looking specifically at 2024, AI's influence on restaurant payments is expected to grow, with applications such as predictive ordering and personalized promotions taking center stage.

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The Enduring Appeal of Signature Staples at QSRs and Beyond

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Lastly, it’s important to take consumer preferences into account, as these can influence the longevity of classic menu items. Innovate with core items, throwback campaigns, packaging and merchandise to give newness to the menu. Introduce limited-time or seasonal line-ups to test new concepts, driving customer interest and trial.