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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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Like Mother, Like Daughter: Love of Cooking Transcends Generations

SpotOn

Wanting to bring the colors and flavors of Mexico City to the Bay Area, Veronica acquired space to operate out of the La Cocina incubator kitchen in San Francisco's Mission District, launching El Huarache Loco in 2005. Pambazo is a French roll filled with chorizo and potatoes soaked in guajillo chile sauce, then grilled.

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Sichuan Peppercorns Are Hot Enough for McDonald’s

EATER

But the fact that America’s largest chain restaurant now considers “Sichuan peppercorn” specifically a safe enough flavor to name on the menu at all is proof its journey into the mainstream is complete. The spice was illegal to import until 2005 , as there was worry a disease it was known to carry could threaten American citrus plants.

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The Evolution of Restaurant Technology: What’s Next?

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2005 when I started, we had OpenTable for reservations and a POS, but that's about it. Between 2005 – 2015, there was a lot of technology being brought into restaurants and it was a lot of young, early-stage companies. I started a technology company, sold it, and then went into the restaurant business.

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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. This food truck idea would have a rotating menu. If milkshakes are the only menu item, strategically place this truck near other trucks or establishments serving food. Farmer's market fresh.

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What Are Crytpo Restaurants Serving Up?

Modern Restaurant Management

There are restaurants that accept cryptocurrency as payment and cafes with dishes named after some of the top cryptocurrencies on their menu. Bee, the celebrity chef who opened Miami’s Oishi Thai restaurant back in 2005 is preparing to launch Miami’s first NFT restaurant. Bottom Line.

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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. Author: Allen B.

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