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What Do I Do With Sourdough Discard?

EATER

Dilek Baykara From crackers to crepes to chocolate cake, there are plenty of uses for excess starter I’ve had a sourdough starter for years, but I’ve only baked a loaf a handful of times. Making bread well takes a balance of meticulousness and artistry. You need a deep understanding of your starter’s quirks, and a scrupulous handle on the ratios, time tables, and measurements needed to make a beautiful loaf.

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Microclimates in Dining: Tailoring Spaces for Every Generation

Modern Restaurant Management

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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Modern Korean Restaurants Are Spreading All Over Mexico City

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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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The Bartender’s Trifecta; ConnectSmart® RecipesPlus, ConnectSmart® Kitchen and SmartBar USA 

QSR Automations

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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New DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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Emerging Enterprise Sales: Revel Employee Spotlight

Revel Systems

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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How to Manage Inventory During a Restaurant Relocation

The Rail

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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Why your business might consider adopting a concierge business model

Clover - Restaurants

What is concierge service? When you hear the word “concierge,” you might think of luxury hotels or high-end spas. While luxury is often associated with concierge services, all they really mean is a personalized customer experience. That kind of experience can be offered by all types of small businesses–from restaurants to retail shops to service businesses.

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Shake Shack steps up marketing to keep customers from fleeing to cheaper options

Restaurant Business

In the last earnings call for outgoing CEO Randy Garutti, the fast-casual chain said traffic was down 2.1% in the first quarter, though trends were improving into Q2.

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People with bold appetites might want to try eating cicadas

The Salt

NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Joseph Yoon, chef advocate for the U.N.'s International Fund for Agricultural Development, about how to cook this year's broods.

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New DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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Arby's rolls out limited-time sauce named for Beyoncé's horse

Restaurant Business

The fast-food restaurant chain is debuting Chardonneigh’s Horsey Sauce, which was inspired by the cover image on the singer’s Cowboy Carter country music album.

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Evolving Customer Loyalty Programs in the Digital Age

Revel Systems

Customer choices are vast, and brand loyalty is volatile, but digital loyalty program s are an effective way to secure a dedicated customer base. Leveraging online loyalty fosters long-term relationships with customers, but the old digital punch card isn’t going to do it anymore.

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How we all came to scream for ice cream

Restaurant Business

Restaurant Rewind: 'Tis the season to break out the sprinkles and split a few bananas. Join us as we look at the origins of ice cream and how it evolved to the sales-driver it is today.

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No greeting the meat: Florida bans selling or manufacturing lab-grown meat

The Salt

Florida has banned and criminalize the production and sale of cell-cultivated meat — meat that's been grown from animal cells in a production facility — across the state.

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Join Full Course Navigator: Your Path to Professional Growth in Restaurant Leadership

Full Course Foundation is dedicated to nurturing excellence in restaurant leadership. Our Navigator program offers a wide range of resources tailored for professional growth. From high-quality training to personalized coaching, Navigator equips restaurant leaders with the tools they need to thrive in their careers. Unlock your potential with three months FREE access to Navigator by Full Course!

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Tomorrow's aspiring industry leaders strut their stuff at ProStart's national competition

Restaurant Business

The program's best went head to head for a weekend in Baltimore, with 96 teenaged teams vying for $200,000 in scholarships to continue their restaurant educations.

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Wendy's hopes better store profitability will yield new unit growth

Restaurant Business

The fast-food burger chain wants to build more restaurants. To speed growth and fulfill the chain's potential, it needs to generate more sales and restaurant profits.

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Hundreds of Meat Pies, Trays of Kibbeh: How Communities Are Keeping College Campus Protesters Fed

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Pro-Palestine protesters handing out pizza on the campus of Ohio State University. | Getty Images Amid intense crackdowns and arrests, pro-Palestinian protesters across the country still have to eat At universities like Columbia, Emory, and City College New York, thousands of students protesting the war in Gaza are camping out and refusing to leave until university administrators meet their demands, which largely focus on divestment from governments and corporations that profit from the violence

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Individual Development Plan Template

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Panda Express owner hit with cyberattack

Restaurant Business

The data breach last month affected Panda Restaurant Group's corporate systems and exposed employees' personal data.

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13 Creative Recruiting Ideas to Attract Talent

Go Hire- Restaurants

[vc_row row_padd="md-padding"][vc_column][vc_column_text] 13 Creative Recruiting Ideas to Attract Talent [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Recruiting in today’s environment can be challenging, but using creative recruiting ideas to attract talent isn't hard, it just takes some analysis and out-of-the-box recruiting strategies.