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MRM People & Places: Cassoulet War, Zagat Stories and AQUAlounge

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With so many amazing new dining and entertainment experiences emerging around the world, it feels good to be a part of that revolution and to bring something unique back to San Diego.” Hunter also has plans for a robust dining program in partnership with San Diego’s top restaurants and caterers.

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A Yum! Habit, Chasing DoorDash and BellaBot

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parent company of fast-casual restaurant chain The Habit Burger Grill, for approximately $375 million in a cash transaction. “As a fast-casual concept with strong unit economics, The Habit Burger Grill is a fantastic addition to the Yum! Beefing Up with Habit Acquisition. Brands, Inc. Gibbs, chief executive officer of Yum!

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How Restaurant Dessert Menus Shaped Our Sweet Tooth

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2010: When desserts were fancy In 2010, Alinea chef Grant Achatz redefined what a dessert could be by simply forgoing the plate. The composed little plate (CLP for short) was a staple of the dessert menus of the 2010s, a departure from the stodgy chocolate cakes and boring tiramisu at the upscale dining destinations of the ’90s.

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An Eater’s Guide to Whistler, British Columbia

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Many restaurants serve a sort of upscale mountain cuisine, seasonal and local ingredients used in dishes hearty enough to fuel outdoor adventures, combined with a decidedly casual setting and service. Evrensel sold Toptable in 2014, but the group continues to set the standard for high-end dining in Whistler. Portobello.

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

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State of Digital Qu announced the results of its fifth annual survey of quick service (QSR) and fast casual (FC) restaurant brands. Digital ordering is still larger at fast casuals versus QSR. Half of fast casuals achieved 26-50 percent digital sales, while nearly half of QSRs had 11-25 percent digital sales.

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Top Sushi Spots in Dumbo

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If you’re looking for delicious sushi in Dumbo, I have compiled a list of my favorite spots that range in dining experiences from casual takeout spots to fine-dining Japanese bistros. Its urban, New York-style dining room features a sleek and modern wood design with a marble bar and a cocktail bar with blue lighting.

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Where to Go for Weekend Brunch in Memphis

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I’ve rounded up my top picks for brunch in Memphis, ranging from top-notch-fine-dining to breakfast nooks. The setting is an old beauty shop, and the dining chairs look like old hairdryers! Are you looking for something more casual for brunch? You will dine in simple, traditional digs and enjoy spicy Tennessee favorites.