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CHEFS – FAILURE IS NOT INEVITABLE

Culinary Cues

Following the economic devastation of 2008 – restaurants hunkered down for months and then came back refreshed and charged up. When the Great Depression came to an end – restaurants and bars positioned themselves to thrive. As we rebuilt American pride after 9/11 – restaurants stood in position to greet a reinvigorated American spirit.

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Near, Far, Caviar

EATER

At Hey Kiddo in Denver, alongside courses of pork ribs or cold sesame noodles, there are three caviar options available by the ounce, one of which is sold at market price. No matter the rest of the menu’s culinary influence or price points, it’s now common enough to find a $100-or-more caviar offering, about 4 teaspoons worth of luxury.

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Restaurant Industry in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East

Aaron Allen & Associates

We have been active (and bullish on) the MENA market since 2008. In the KSA, restaurant inflation has been slightly higher than the general consumer price index, indicating restaurants are increasing prices trying to keep up with rising costs.

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Exploring the impact of long-term sustainable coffee sourcing

Perfect Daily Grind

What’s more, despite the current high C price , the coffee market has historically been volatile. As recently as 2018, the market price fluctuated around US $1/lb – undoubtedly leading many smallholders into further poverty. The two price models work differently. This protects farmers from negative market fluctuations.

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Should Momofuku Own the Term ‘Chili Crunch’?

EATER

Chile Colonial owner Susan Hojel, who created a Mexican version of chile crunch that’s been around since 2008, says that before Momofuku bought the trademark by way of a settlement, “I was going broke going after companies that were trying to use the name,” she said.

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Coffee News Recap, 26 May: Robusta futures reach 15-year high, Canada & Denmark announce National Coffee Championship winners & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Robusta futures closed at US $2,629 on Monday – the highest price since 2008. Reuters reports that the weather phenomenon – which disrupts rainfall and temperature patterns, and is expected to develop in the second half of 2023 – could decrease supplies and raise prices of robusta. Meanwhile, ICE arabica futures fell to US 189.20

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What Are Crytpo Restaurants Serving Up?

Modern Restaurant Management

While high stock prices of crypto companies like Bitcoin grab headlines, they are gaining traction with consumers since blockchain technology helps make transactions easier without needing an intermediary such as a bank or credit card company. Bitcoin, which was introduced in 2008, has come a long way. Bottom Line.

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