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Is the Minimalist Restaurant Menu Over?

EATER

Former New York Times food critic Frank Bruni noted in 2007 that in the late 2000s, menu descriptions changed for a more “ethical purpose. Lille Allen/Eater. Menus represent the changing values of the restaurant industry. And right now, more context is king. We suggest four to five,” he says, smiling. To diners right now, knowledge is power.

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Opening A Restaurant In The UK? Tick Off This 10 Point Checklist!

The Restaurant Times

Take, for instance, Wahaca , a Mexican street food chain co-founded by the UK MasterChef winner, Thomasina Miers in the year 2007. After being hit by the catastrophic COVID-19 pandemic last year, the UK restaurant industry has seen quite a decline. Even prominent chains like Pizza Hut are expecting a decline of 2.2% Source: Buxton.

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White Castle Flips for Flippy and Burma Bites

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM News Bites features tech companies winning funding, AI in the kitchen, DoorDash invests in brick and mortar and the gamification of food ordering. Ordermark Raises $120M in Series C Funding. Ordermark closed its $120M Series C funding round led by Softbank Vision Fund 2[1] and joined by returning investor Act One Ventures.

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Grubhub Grabbed and Contactless is Everywhere

Modern Restaurant Management

I’ve known Jitse since 2007 and his story is much like mine. In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature updated links for the PPP, the acquisition of Grubhub and contactless products and services. PPP Revisions. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the U.S. The deal is valued at $7.3

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MRM Franchise Feed: Wing Zone Revitalization and Real Food BK

Modern Restaurant Management

Along with the technology focus, the brand developed a new logo and restaurant design that will help communicate the brand’s mission and values in a more vibrant and energetic yet approachable way. ” Ike's Loves Bangin' Buns.

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MRM People & Places: Maki Madness and Pancakes for Life

Modern Restaurant Management

“This is an exciting year for us and we can’t wait to celebrate with the community that we have had the pleasure of serving for two decades,” Abe Ng said. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions.

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

Modern Restaurant Management

In partnership with Alberta restaurateur, Samira Shariff, the brand’s first Canada location will open in Edmonton in the coming months, the first of five locations planned in the province over the next eight years. Giorgio Minardi and Naheed Shariff. Founded in Beverly Hills, Calif. locations, whether joining us on vacation or business travel.

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