Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2023

It’s early spring, mud season as it is commonly called, and they are putting in a Yeoman’s effort at organizing another restaurant week. Here’s the kicker: It cost each restaurant $900 to participate in the week (I guess to cover town wide promotion expenses) and every restaurant must agree to deep discount pricing for guests.

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The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Menu pricing is one of the most underestimated aspects of restaurant management. If your customers don’t think the prices on your menu are reasonable, how great your concept or your food is won’t matter much. This is where the concept of dynamic pricing comes in to help restaurants!

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Restaurant Engine

JULY 28, 2021

You want to price your daily dinner specials just right for repeat business. It’s also a great way to try out new menu items to see if your diners like them. Yet, it can be hard to know where to go with pricing. In this article, we look at how to price daily dinner specials for the best results. The menu price.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 4, 2021

Prices of raw materials and labor, of course, have gone through the roof and there is no end in sight. CHANGE #1: The days of the fixed menu for restaurants should come to a halt. Chefs may very well need to plan menus that change every week or two, or in some cases even daily based on availability and price.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 23, 2022

The cost of raw materials seems to always go up, most ingredients that restaurants use are highly perishable, customer volume is less predictable than we would like, seasonal differences in quality are quite significant, the supply chain is out of step with demand, and waste seems to be a real problem in many operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2023

Behind the scenes, strategic decisions greatly impact a restaurant's bottom line, and at the forefront of these is the art of menu engineering. Far from just a list of dishes, a well-engineered menu is a powerful tool that can significantly increase a restaurant's efficiency and profitability.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

They are there for a variety of reasons: first, they are an effective means of communication between the chef and the cook; second, they are instrumental in setting the stage for consistency in quality; and third, they are the basis for accurate costing and selling price determination. Let you cooks put a signature on the menu.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. It's a disruptive experience for guests who need to take time to review the menu all over again and decide on a dish they might not enjoy as much. Get granular.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 30, 2023

Without a CULTURE OF QUALITY, the relationship of price to results is not always clear. There could be injuries in the first few games that sideline a player for the season, there may not be chemistry with the rest of the team, maybe ego will get in the way, or it could simply be a case of scouting misjudgment. Is it worth it!

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SpotOn

MARCH 18, 2024

On the other side of the dining spectrum, there are restaurants with menus that offer an entire meal at a set price, also known as the prix fixe menu. The prix fixe menu is ideal for guests seeking to indulge in a larger meal for a higher price. The prix fixe menu doesn't only need to serve French food.

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Apicbase

OCTOBER 28, 2022

If CoGs and overheads rise due to inflation, your menu prices should follow. But before adding a flat 5% to each menu item, use these tactics. That way, you can keep price increases minimal. In normal circumstances, when menu prices have to be adjusted, it is usually done strategically and with great caution.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 23, 2023

As if that weren’t enough, the menu and each morsel of food presented represents the chef’s life of experiences, his or her family history, the cuisine of their forefathers, every chef who contributed to their training, and everything that they believe in – as it pertains to food. It is a juxtaposition that is nearly impossible to manage.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 15, 2022

We have all felt the pain at the store following a frost in California, a hurricane in the Southeast, or droughts in the Midwest. [] ADDICTION TO CHEAP FOOD: Mass produced convenience foods that are low in nutritional value, and high in calories, fat, and sodium, but low in price, have become the staple in many American family diets.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

You need to carefully price your restaurant menu to make it to the top and earn as much as possible. While it’s understandable that you want to make a profit, being overly aggressive with your menu pricing can drive the customer away. It is about the right balance when applying your pricing strategies. .

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 26, 2022

Since we can’t get away from rising prices and supply chain bottlenecks, we can look for new approaches that can help manage the impact. Many restaurants are doing this by raising prices, cutting costs, taking items off the menu, and making do with lean crews. When is the season for the produce I want to work with?

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Some businesses understand how to use pricing to draw people in and then how to upsell the experience – others are not – SHARE what you’re good at. Is it safety, parking, navigating a store or restaurant menu, pricing, speed of service, or lines? Business was off yesterday”.

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Touch Bistro

JUNE 16, 2021

Running a restaurant is no different, and if you want to be profitable and succeed over the long term, your restaurant menu pricing needs to be accurate. But, how do you accurately price your menu items? 18 Free Restaurant Menu Templates. Restaurant Menu Pricing Based on Ideal Food Cost Percentage.

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Open for Business

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

While traditionally associated with fine dining, the prix fixe (pronounced “pre-feks”) menu has transcended its high-end roots, becoming a popular culinary trend. When curated with care and promoted effectively, this menu is a powerful tool for any restaurant, capable of making a memorable impression and drawing eager guests through the door.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Menu items were simple and very much in line with homestyle cooking: roast beef, meatloaf, fried chicken, roast turkey, macaroni and cheese, pasta, and meatballs, etc. I was eager to discover her secret restaurant potion – an obscure seasoning, or unique way of cooking. No one ever left the restaurant still hungry.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Consider this – the menu is the most important component of a successful restaurant and once designed it can, and should, impact every other aspect of the business. YES – the menu is that important! The menu comes first and should reflect the philosophy of the owners and chef and how the operators expect to be perceived by the public.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This would likely include on-going learning opportunities way beyond a typical orientation for new employees and week-long immersion into menu, systems, and upselling techniques. Even more importantly, the operation might identify key seasoned employees with an expertise in a particular skill, cuisine, plating, organization, etc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Those who don’t are effectively lowering their prices. Understand if your prices are keeping pace with inflation and maintain a markup that matches the costs associated with paying suppliers and staff. How is inflation affecting food prices? Business owners should routinely track increased costs and adapt.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Winter can be a tough season for restaurant and bar owners. Here are a few ideas for restaurant and bar owners to consider in an effort to continue to serve up good eats and top-tier service during the winter season. Offer Specials and Competitive Pricing. Consider Adding Festive Menu Items.

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Ken Burgin

JULY 23, 2023

So I asked it to ‘Give me 10 ways ChatGPT’s new Code Interpreter could analyse and improve menu profitability for a restaurant or cafe? Here’s what came back: ChatGPT’s Code Interpreter can add significant value by analysing and improving menu profitability in the following ways: 1.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

It’s December, and the air is seasoned with the scent of cinnamon, spice, and everything nice. Create a fixed-price ‘Mix and Match’ menu with soups, salads, and sandwiches for customers to choose from. (If If you’re stuck on how to price, $9.95 Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Restaurant guests in cost-saving mode are eating out less and more conscious of menu prices, according to Restaurants: Consumer Trends Fall 2022/Winter 2023 a report produced by Provoke Insights in collaboration with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Additionally, menu prices at casual dining establishments rose by an average of 9 percent year over year from 2021. The decreased patronage along with inflation increases running costs, which means increased menu prices. In August of this year, the cost for consumers of purchasing food away from home rose by 8.3

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2023

Owners of eating and drinking places have been compelled to increase menu prices as a survival strategy. Full-service menu prices jumped 8.8 percent and limited-service menu prices rose 7.1 Tweaking the menu to accommodate these more affordable ingredients can stabilize prices.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Streamlining Inventory and Menu Studies show that restaurants waste an average of four percent to 10 percent of all the inventory they purchase. For instance, if table turnover rates are lagging, it might be time to train staff for faster service or tweak the menu for speedier dish preparation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2022

With wholesale food prices soaring 13 percent in 2021 and labor costs rising as worker shortages continue, many restaurants are looking for smart ways to lower costs and avoid passing them on to their diners. One such solution has been shrinking restaurant menus. One such solution has been shrinking restaurant menus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

With colder weather right around the corner for many parts of the country, now is the time for restaurant owners to utilize their POS technology to maximize outdoor dining profits and capitalize on the end of summer season. Actionable Insights Gathered by POS Data. Customized and Tailored Promotions.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 8, 2021

COGS is the cost of ingredients used by a restaurant over a certain period to create the menu items being sold—factoring in waste, theft, shrinkage, and more. Restaurant COGS should float around 31% , but they can vary depending on the concept or season. Many restaurants don't spend enough time focused on their COGS.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The menu cannot be driven by the chef’s desires, or the operator’s determined concept without a strong partnership with wholesalers. The larger the vendor, the more control they have, and need to have with the product, brands, delivery times and requirements, follow-up service, and price.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 8, 2021

Chefs who are able to develop systems of production that work with fewer people will find a gold star on their resume. [] STREAMLINED MENU PLANNING. Chefs who are able to generate, assess, and use analytical data in their decision-making (menu trends, cost trends, daily labor analysis, market prices, etc.) If this is your M.O.

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ChefMod

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Food costing solutions eliminates the dull, tedious manual work associated with food costing and pricing processes. Unrestricted access to past data lets you account for seasonality, monthly trends, and other crucial factors. The GPO connects you with a large selection of specialty vendors with excellent pricing points.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 22, 2022

The pair, longtime visitors to Maine and Beal’s customers, not only retained the essence of the restaurant while expanding the menu and service, but they also took the brand nationally. What are the key challenges and advantages of being a seasonal business? How can guests feel they have been provided with value?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 18, 2023

Photos by Ryan Price “The suspension tables allow us to transform our space,” explains Ronin co-owner Amanda Light. Brian, the executive chef, changes Ronin’s menu daily to reflect the best of the week’s harvest. In what ways does the design connect to the menu? They truly are a marvel.

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