Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2021

Combine the rising prices of food with the drive to be more sustainable, and we have reached the point where we need to reduce, reuse, and shop local. Here are 10 tips for promoting sustainability in the food industry. Permaculture is a science based on the principles of ecological design and sustainability within natural ecosystems.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

Just as Chatham alumna Rachel Carson’s pioneering work in sustainability changed America’s understanding of the environment, our induction advocacy will change the future of the culinary industry.” We also cover the health, performance, and financial benefits of transitioning to electric and sustainable kitchens.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Still, keeping a steady team remains the top challenge, highlighting the need for ongoing innovation in restaurant workforce management. Embracing these innovations will be essential to meeting the evolving needs of the industry and its workforce. At the same time, technology is poised to play an even bigger role in the coming year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 16, 2024

"Loyalty innovation is not always true innovation," Lynch added. "It’s Loyalty innovation sometimes simply is…Restaurants see others driving success with an initiative and they jump on the bandwagon, while tweaking it slightly to make it unique for their brand."

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

This is an innovation that consumers appreciate: 42 percent of diners have already used kiosks , and one in every three people say they would like restaurants to have more kiosks available. Back-office digital innovations are also helping restaurants manage costs and make the most of their workforce.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

2025 Cocktail/Beverage Trends Ingredients on the Rise Super Juice Acid correction is a technique that allows bartenders to sustainably mimic flavors not locally available, such as using acid-corrected local citruses in Roatán in the Caribbean to replace lemons in cocktails.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Convenience and a wide range of options have emerged as key purchasing drivers, providing significant opportunities for innovation to ensure more inclusive and seamless payment experiences. Consumers now expect innovative solutions that support seamless journeys, and payment technology must support this transition to smart mobility.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Sustained loyalty is the goal in this highly competitive, price-driven market. Premium menu items have a lower price sensitivity, and Gen Zers are wild about specialty beverages and innovative flavors. Promotions and discounts attract customers, but they’re often short-lived. Hope in the hybrid (worker).

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The QSR industry is heading into 2025 at a crossroads of innovation and expectation. The innovations introduced in 2024 set the stage for progress, but 2025 is the time to move from experimentation to optimization. Menu innovation has become a key way to deliver value.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

From playful, attention-grabbing items to nostalgic offerings, LTOs can help restaurants stay innovative and recharge their offerings. Leverage Limited-Time Offers (LTOs): LTOs capture all generations’ attention, offering a significant marketing opportunity to drive traffic, especially amongst Gen Z diners.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

We have distinguished ourselves in a number of ways including innovation, brand, and quality. In terms of innovation, we are constantly thinking five steps ahead of our competitors to create new products inspired by pop culture, our customers, and what’s trending.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 17, 2023

Are meeting the demands of key stakeholders (including customers, employees, investors, the media, and influencers) who want to align with reputable, ethical, sustainable, humane, diverse organizations. Consumers want to support organizations that are ethical, sustainable, responsible, humane, trustworthy, etc. Meet consumer demand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2020

The multi-unit chain prides itself as a mission-focused dining venue with relaxed, eco-friendly dining spaces, making sustainable choices for fresh, locally grown food, and operating a culinary internship program for young adults coming out of foster care.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand. Improving sustainability. AI is also significantly improving sustainability in restaurant supply chains.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2025

For more than two decades Sam Ballas, Founder of East Coast Wings + Grill, has focused on brand building in a smart and sustainable manner. Sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have” – it’s a must. Most recently, he co-founded Sammy's Sliders with chef Sammy Gianopoulos.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2024

What’s not commonly known is that used cooking oil can be transformed into renewable plastics and lower-emission renewable fuels, like renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), part of a growing list of useful products derived from recycled cooking oil and other renewable raw materials.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 29, 2025

Invest in Cage-Free Infrastructure While transitioning to cage-free systems is costly, it is a necessary step for long-term industry sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2022

Vegan or plant-based culinary trends and innovative methods of eating have captured the attention of the entire world. Plant-based entrées can help a restaurant stand apart from its competitors by generating interest in its innovative and creative offering, and also by linking a product with environmental sustainability and health.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s no great surprise to say QSR and fast casual restaurants can be considered among the most energy-intensive commercial building types making it increasingly challenging for operators to balance the goals of efficiency, profitability and sustainability. Why is the restaurant industry at a pivotal moment regarding sustainability?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

To showcase bold new flavors, On The Border has elevated its menu, and the innovative new dishes will be available for guests visiting North Point. “This year continues to be the ‘Year of the Guest,’ where they are the focal point to everything we do, from menu innovation to technology to podcast content,” Eckles said.

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SpotOn

APRIL 14, 2025

Recent product innovations enhance operational efficiency and guest engagement for restaurant operators.   Driving Innovation: New Product Launches and Enhancements SpotOn continues to bring new updates to streamline operations, enhance guest experiences, and drive restaurant profitability.

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Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2025

Preserved Seafood : Preserved seafood is gaining traction, driven by Scandinavian simplicity and the desire for sustainable, nutrient-rich foods. They provide a platform for chefs to experiment with hyperlocal ingredients, innovative plant-based dishes, or niche cuisines like Scandinavian-inspired seafood.

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EATER

APRIL 2, 2025

Candidate has set high standards; demonstrates creativity and consistency in excellence, innovation, hospitality; is making efforts to create a sustainable work culture; and has served as an exceptional example or mentor for other beverage professionals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

Brands find themselves at a pivotal juncture, where they have the opportunity to both captivate customers and secure their loyalty through a thoughtful blend of innovation and tradition. Finding the balance between innovation and tradition is the secret recipe for enduring success in the evolving dining industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 15, 2022

Throughout the pandemic, operators have taken note of consumers’ changing lifestyles and the needs of their staff, and as a result, recent innovations have emerged to address these new needs. Trend #2 – Growing Focus of Sustainability Importance. One of the biggest concerns is sustainability.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 10, 2025

We see a surge in the functional beverage space thats blurring the boundaries for all beverage formats creating opportunities for innovation. Iced tea is a classic and well-known beverage, making it the perfect platform for innovation through flavor and benefit stacking.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Innovative tech tools, like AI, can improve forecasting, inventory management, scheduling, customer service, marketing, and many other essential business tasks. Prioritize sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2025

Another big reason for restaurant renovations is sustainability since some restaurants now use eco-friendly designs, recycled materials, and energy-efficient appliances. They then can decide what sustainable investments will align with their brand and operation.

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The Rail

JANUARY 21, 2025

In this article, we'll explore five practical ways AI helps restaurants reduce food waste by up to 30%, making sustainability an attainable goal for the industry. From demand forecasting and inventory optimization to waste tracking and recycling, these technologies reduce waste and help restaurants become more sustainable than ever before.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This initiative was a multi-year effort that demanded extensive sourcing, innovation, and close collaboration with our culinary team and suppliers. It reinforced the importance of transparency, diligence, and innovation in sourcing. Please offer some examples of menu items and how they were updated?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

With products now cleared for consumer sale in both the United States and Singapore, the cultivated meat industry is moving from proof of concept and early-stage R&D to a focus on demonstrating scalability, sustainable unit economics, and consumer and customer demand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2025

For restaurant owners and operators who want to stay ahead and ensure a consistent, high-quality experience, employing mystery diners can be an innovative and invaluable tool for refining the guest experience. Loyalty is the cornerstone of a sustainable brand, with word-of-mouth being one of the most powerful marketing tools.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 22, 2023

The facility will be designed to help develop sustainable production practices. The coffee giant is developing the lab in Costa Rica, near its research and development headquarters.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 14, 2024

This shift from traditional expertise to technological innovation in wine selection is reflective of a broader transformation within event planning. This shift from traditional expertise to technological innovation in wine selection is reflective of a broader transformation within event planning.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Sustainability – As consumer demand for eco-friendly practices continued to rise, restaurants responded accordingly with efforts to reduce food waste, enhance supply chain sustainability, and adopt environmentally responsible packaging. These innovations were pivotal in safeguarding the safety of customers and foods.

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Restaurant Business

JANUARY 13, 2023

Innovative products made with sustainable ingredients have proliferated across various segments for a number of reasons. Supply chain stability and cost of ingredients have both been impacted by the pandemic, and consumer preference for sustainable products made with the future in mind has grown.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

Experiential dining, plant-based menus and sustainability were hot topics in the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) 2023 Trends Report. The debate over manufactured plant proteins and whole plants has begun, and it has spurred innovation in menus across all segments of the foodservice industry.

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