Culinary Cues

JULY 23, 2022

After the call I began to think back over the past five decades of involvement in the business of food and realized that there have been a number of these calls and shared moments. In fact, the majority of weddings that I have had the pleasure to attend have been for former students, employees, and food related friends.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

Word of mouth is fantastic, but when it comes to scaling a restaurant or reopening after months of closure, you need to rely on more than just the possibility of a customer loving your food and telling their friends about it. Maybe it’s the way you cook or serve the food like teppanyaki restaurants.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 25, 2023

There are few foods more comforting than a ripe tomato from the vine. Furthermore, this fruit can be used in our restaurant as a complement to salads, as an appetizer, in making rich tomato sauce for dozens of applications, or as is the case in a few restaurants – poached in sugar or honey and served as a unique dessert.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 28, 2021

You earned this title through years of hard work, loads of unique experiences, trials and tribulations moving through positions from commis to prep, line cook to sous chef, and now having arrived at the helm. It was that first time in the lead position – the commander of the kitchen brigade. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Maybe this is who you already are, but if not, then view these as some “food for thought” that can turn your professional life around. [] BE POSITIVE: Simple, right? www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Over 800 articles about the business and people of food). More than 50 interviews with the most influential people in food.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 9, 2020

Food is connected to nearly every aspect of life, family, and the art of living. A culture is a collection of life essentials including art, drama, literature, religion, music, food preparation and traditions, history, language, politics, etc. and as such – collectively define all levels of civility. We are truly in this together.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

We've all heard companies claiming to offer the best service, the most delicious food, or the highest quality products. And it defines how your business is different from most others, or even unique. It can be something as basic as delivering dependable service or offering locally sourced food from sustainable suppliers.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 18, 2023

Here are some thoughts. [] IT’S STILL ABOUT THE FOOD: People go out to eat for a variety of reasons – convenience, social interaction, a change of pace, business travel, vacations, celebration, or habit. Guests will come for the food and the service, but they become raging fans of a restaurant with a story. A terrific story.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 27, 2022

We cook what we are, and we are a complex combination of all our life experiences with food. This is what makes us unique as cooks, this is what builds our signature that appears on a menu. Whenever you eat their food, you add something else to your portfolio of experiences. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 25, 2021

Copycat operations can certainly thrive, but greatness comes from uniqueness and excellence in executing that uniqueness. [] COMMITMENT: Greatness tends to surround those who dedicate themselves and much of their lives to the pursuit of excellence. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. This is what great chefs do. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 23, 2021

In those restaurants where profit is measured in terms of smaller numbers with significant volume then concerns such as food cost percentage are of paramount importance. The baseline formula for determining selling price using an acceptable food cost percent of 30% would be: SELLING PRICE SP) = PLATE COST (PC)/FOOD COST %(FC%).

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Restaurant Technology Guys

MARCH 3, 2024

In this blog post, we delve into an enlightening conversation between Jeremy Julian, a seasoned podcaster, and Matt Wampler of Clear Cogs, a company at the forefront of providing AI-driven solutions to the restaurant industry. The unique aspect of Clear Cogs’ solution is that it isn’t a generic product. The post 222.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 6, 2020

Since fire was first discovered – we have enjoyed and developed the skills to cook, eventually season, and finally plate prepared food to please other people. Pride in one’s heritage is most easily expressed through the traditions of food. Cooking for others is one of the oldest professions known to humanity.

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7 Shifts

JULY 30, 2021

From stand-out social media accounts, to good old-fashioned mail marketing, we'll walk you through 12 unique customer-driving ideas! New and old restaurants continue to use the app to reach a wider audience through short videos that showcase their food, ambiance, staff, and more! Are my pictures (food, drinks & venue) appealing?

Email Marketing 370

Email Marketing Social Media Loyalty Program Website Management 370

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

How many times has an experience with service, a view, a phrase, a lyric, or a plate of food literally taken your breath away? Jeff Beck and Jimmy Hendrix were a wow, and Charlie Trotter, Thomas Keller, and Ferran Adria were all a wow with their unique interpretations of food. When was the last time you stopped and said: “WOW?”

Innovation 409

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

To these individuals – the menu planning process is a license to think differently, study those chefs that they admire, experiment with different ingredients, and push their palates in the process of creating something unique and cutting edge. When it comes down to it, everyone responds best to food that tastes great.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 16, 2023

Shawn started in garde manger where he learned about cheese, fruits he had only heard of the presentation of food for the eye, and how to let ingredients speak for themselves. At the same time, his after-hours studies helped him to understand food safety and sanitation, the “why” behind cooking methods, and the history of the profession.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 6, 2021

TV dinners, box mixes, frozen and canned goods, and restaurant take out became the basis for the new American food culture. It is often expected that we only use the English language, we dress as American fashion dictates, and we eat what is assumed to be American food. So, what is American food and where is its story?

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

So, it would make sense that the visual impact of food, the dining room ambience, the tabletop, and the appearance of service staff is very important. How much effort is placed on the design of plated foods, the contrast and complement of colors, shapes, and assembly? Food is one part of the experience.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 15, 2021

Everything will change for the better if we (the food industry and the culinary schools that provide the talent) change as a collective group. Do you really connect with restaurants, hotels, resorts, food manufacturers, retail, food research and development and other groups to make sure that your program is in line with their needs?

Education 539

Education Food Supply Training Communication 539

Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 9, 2024

Reliable, quality food suppliers for restaurants are one of the few key components that a dining establishment must have to remain operational. This list will vary depending on whether you run a fine dining establishment, food truck , or café. Regardless, here are a few main categories of food suppliers for restaurants to consider.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 28, 2023

The commonality is our voice through food; a voice that is built through years of practice, history and tradition, environment and experiences, family and friends, and a cumulative portfolio of all these influences. When entering a restaurant, you will see and feel immediately how serious everyone is about food and beverage.

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Wasserstrom

APRIL 4, 2023

Food trucks have gained immense popularity in recent years, thanks to their convenience, affordability, and the unique dining experience they offer. Starting your own food truck business can be an exciting and rewarding venture, but it comes with its fair share of challenges.

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Goliath Consulting

AUGUST 1, 2023

With the growth of international cuisine across America, Japanese food has emerged as a much-loved favorite. The Rising Popularity of Japanese Cuisine Japanese cuisine has seen a significant rise in popularity over the years due to its unique combination of aesthetics, taste, and healthy approach to food. ” Japan Today.

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In a world where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the freedom of remote work blend seamlessly, there’s a unique place that’s redefining our idea of public spaces. The Unique Blend of Workspace and Coffee: Coffeefy isn’t just a café; it’s not merely a co-working space. The result?

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Customer Experience Mobile Ordering Innovation Technology 97

Typsy

JANUARY 11, 2021

Will food blogs take over traditional newspaper restaurant reviews? Can food bloggers be just as influential in getting customers through your restaurant doors? According to The State of Food Blogging Survey , almost half of all food bloggers write restaurant reviews. You bet they can!

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

We should applaud competition, welcome it, and learn from it. [] DON’T PUSH ASIDE FOOD TO GO, FOOD DELIVERY, GHOST KITCHENS, OR CURBSIDE PICK-UP JUST YET: Yep, it saved many restaurants and our customers embraced it – now we can’t forget it. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER. CAFÉ Talks Podcast.

Food Supply 416

Food Supply Employee Relations Kitchen Safety Social Media 416

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Word of mouth is fantastic, but when scaling a restaurant or reopening after months of closure, you need to rely on more than just the possibility of a customer loving your food and telling their friends about it. Why you create the food you do, why your service is different, and why customers should come and be a part of your story.

Seating 221

Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 221

7 Shifts

JANUARY 7, 2021

Word of mouth is fantastic, but when it comes to scaling a restaurant or reopening after months of closure, you need to rely on more than just the possibility of a customer loving your food and telling their friends about it. Maybe it’s the way you cook or serve the food like teppanyaki restaurants.

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Marketing 2021 SEO Loyalty Program 195

Lady Boss Blogger

JUNE 7, 2021

While some have taken up new hobbies, new fitness regimens, and even new jobs, I have found comfort in exploring new kinds of recipes and styles of food. If you’re looking for some fun new twists on food, read the list of unique […].

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 1, 2019

I try, whenever I travel, to find those small, privately owned, interestingly unique bistros, trattorias, and cafes that are the soul of a community and the lifelong dream of a chef or restaurateur who views this as his or her mission – a chance to bare it all and sign every plate that leaves the kitchen. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG.

Small Business 410

Small Business Customer Experience Customer Service Seasonal Menu 410

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Fast food chain Carl’s Jr. But the advertising and marketing also sells a snarky sense of humor , elevating the simplistic brand design to create a funky, unique personality that appeals to the target market. Start a Food Blog. ” sign. Make sure that your menu is up to date and easy to find.

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Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Online Ordering 186

Culinary Cues

JULY 19, 2022

But, beyond all of this lies a macro responsibility, one that defines the chef’s position in the larger business of food, and that is being a mentor who creates an environment for and nurtures the potential of young cooks to make their own mark on the restaurant scene. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. The business of food.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 4, 2021

This is not a scientific study, but rather a review of the fifty years I have spent around cooks and chefs, kitchen crews and service staff, food operations of all types and people from all types of backgrounds who tie on that apron or deliver a guest’s plate of food. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. PLAN BETTER – TRAIN HARDER.

Café 425

Café Take-out Blog Training 425

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Consumer-facing industries like food & beverage see more short-term purchases based on emotional triggers—which means maintaining a healthy bottom line becomes a challenge without a dedicated customer base. You can use a newsletter to update them about a new location opening , special offers, menu upgrades, or food-based events.

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Email Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Point of Sale 195

Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

This two-part blog series presents an overall guide to the essentials of payroll accounting for restaurant groups. Your restaurant’s two largest expenses are your food and your labor costs (together, known as your prime cost). Tracking both your food and labor costs in detail is critical to maintaining healthy profits over time.

Employee Relations 148

Employee Relations Cash Management Point of Sale Front of House 148

Culinary Cues

JUNE 29, 2022

This was the place where we learned about life, about how to adapt, how to get along, and how to become uniquely us. But we made it through, the work was done, those hundreds of plates of food were beautiful and tasty, the guests were happy, and the chef gave us the thumbs up. www.harvestamericacues.com BLOG. Albert Einstein.

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