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Restaurants Pivot to the new ‘Post-COVID’ Consumer Behavior Patterns

Modern Restaurant Management

Ghost restaurants that capitalize on online delivery are a $45 billion market, much higher than the $41 billion previously estimated. A future forward restaurant model will be characterized by contactless delivery, curbside pick-up, and outdoor seating and will be more able to respond to heightened anxieties about business hygienic practices.

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Microclimates in Dining: Tailoring Spaces for Every Generation

Modern Restaurant Management

Ometeo photos by Kristopher Ilich Generational Differences Born between 1997 and 2013, Gen-Z differentiates itself by its digital savviness and inclination for dining journeys that feel authentic and genuine.

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MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

Dash From the Past: A Decade Delivered In 2013, things started off small, with a simple idea. Today, we’re looking back on the decade to see how much our tastes have changed since 2013 and what’s stayed consistent — our passion for chicken sandwiches, for one. Since 2013, more than 600 million (!)

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Why Multi-Unit Operators Should Invest in Brands with Flexible Real Estate Options

Modern Restaurant Management

My team quickly learned that diversifying our portfolio with different real estate models was a critical part of adapting to the ever-evolving market. I first entered the foodservice industry in 2013, owning and operating Steak and Shake locations in Auburn, Alabama, before transitioning my business to Captain D’s in 2018.

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Feast on Sushi, Steak, and Globalization at Iraq’s American-Themed Buffet

EATER

With a flagship 1,800-seat location in the city of Erbil and a second 800-seat location in Sulaimani (also spelled Sulaymaniyah), ABC is one of Iraq’s most popular restaurant brands, with often busy dining rooms, large social media followings, and billboards all over. Children mob the costumed figure, squealing with delight.

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Coffee News Recap, 1 Jul: PRF Colombia takes place in Medellín, USDA estimates 2022/23 production will increase by 7.8 million bags & other stories

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In its latest Coffee: World Markets and Trade report, the USDA predicts production will increase as a result of Brazil entering the on-year of its biennial production cycle. Stores are permitted to operate at around 70% seating capacity. Value of global milk frother and steamer market to grow 5.9% Tue, 28 Jun. million 60kg bags.

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An Eater’s Guide to Whistler, British Columbia

EATER

And while Vail Resorts poured millions into upgrading the chairs, vaunted local restaurateurs are working equally hard to make their own seats just as attractive. The couple also offer some snacky menu items for customers occupying the few seats, including hummus and olives. Where to eat. Inside Bred’s carb wonderland. Where to shop.