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THE KITCHEN MAGIC OF CHEF PHIL LEARNED

Culinary Cues

The menu changed every night within a cycle with a full array of appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert choices for an audience that was likely staying at the hotel for a week or more at a time (many of the patrons were second or third generation Balsam’s guests) since a stay at the “Notch” was a family right of passage.

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7 Restaurant Management Book Recommendations

7 Shifts

That’s why our teams—who specifically work to improve restaurant operations, performance, and staff happiness—have curated a 7-course menu of the best books about understanding restaurant management. So pull up a chair and take a deep dive into some of the most insightful and actionable tips from the best in the business.

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MRM Research Roundup: Catering, Kiosks, Tipping and Dry January

Modern Restaurant Management

The report predicts a new data-centric loyalty framework will emerge with guest experience at the core. “Brands have learned what is working for guests and are investing in modernizing and elevating the guest experience. Given the popularity of tinned fish, Slice presumes customers will have a deeper love for anchovies.

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33 Unique & Fun Food Truck Ideas + Tips For Choosing The Perfect Concept

7 Shifts

Consider what foods you love, what the local community loves, and what cuisines and menu items are not currently available in your region. Adults are always tired, so if you park a mobile concept serving caffeinated beverages (especially near colleges and offices), customers will certainly come. Frozen favorites. Hangover express.

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How to Profitably Serve Cold & Sparkling Drinks in a Coffee Shop

Perfect Daily Grind

From sparkling teas and lemonades to cold brew coffee, customers are increasingly thirsty for a more refreshing beverage than the traditional coffee shop offerings. Meeting the demand for cold drinks with a well-planned menu opens up the potential for greater profit margins, brand reinforcement, and a more premium experience for customers.

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Raw and Ready: Growing a Healthy Fast Casual

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2005, I stopped doing that and started working on building a private equity fund focused on emerging brands in the European fashion design industry. I had no experience in the restaurant business prior to coming to South Florida. The quality and availability are really high – but it is seasonal.

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Top 17 Restaurants with Private Dining in Jacksonville

Restaurant Clicks

Other popular menu items for group dining include the French onion soup, Sausage, and Chèvre flatbread, and the Steak Frites Au Poivre. I would recommend the Rodizio Experience, which includes access to the salad bar area, unlimited table-side service of various fire-roasted meats, and warm side dishes from the kitchen.

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