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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-February 2020 Edition

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We expect this year will see growth in off-premises options, technology that streamlines operations, and more restaurants that are talking about their increased sustainable and eco-friendly practices.” Healthy, sustainable options increase alongside changing alcohol preferences. percent between 2015 and 2018, compared with a 2.5

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MRM Franchise Feed: Frictionless QDOBA and Crisp & Greens Goes National

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The fast-casual brand continues to grow amid the pandemic and is on track to open more than 30 restaurants this year. million over the next five years to build and sustain the program. With drive-thru equipped buildouts as low as 1,200 sq. The alliance aims to catalyze additional franchises and companies to join the effort.

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MRM Plant-Based: Good Food Scorecard and Healthier Hospital Food

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Since 2015 the Humane Society of the United States has delivered plant-based training to nearly 11,000 culinary staff at large-scale food service operations, including working with over 95 health care facilities to increase availability of plant-based offerings in cafeterias, on patient menus or both. The Humane Society of the United States.

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Virtual Acceleration, Raising the Bar and Insult Monitor

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The majority of fast-casual and fine dining operators are meeting this challenge head-on by adding new offerings monthly,* driving increased competition with bar-and-grill operators. ” GIG Rebrands Certification Group. To date, over 60,000 products from 51 countries have earned GFCO certification.

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New & Notable: TEAM Schostak Celebrates 40, AI in Food Service and Beachy Tech

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When TSFR sold the Burger King busi­ness in 2015, Laura transitioned to the Director of Learning & Development for Del Taco and MOD Pizza. Once all modules and a short assessment have been completed, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion from the Culinary Institute of America. Who is a James Beard Award winner?

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MRM People & Places: Game On at Walk-On’s and Gingerbread Houses for Humanity

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The hibachi and ramen kitchen will offer a unique twist on both Japanese traditions, blending the best of both art forms to create a craveable dining destination in a fast-casual setting. “I want to show people that hibachi and ramen can be just as thoughtful and delicious in a casual setting,” said Liang. in Plano, Texas.

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White Castle Flips for Flippy and Burma Bites

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All meals are equipped with an added layer of health and safety – with Flippy ROAR serving as a contactless, automated solution with NSF International certification, a trusted industry organization providing standard testing and registration for commercial foodservice equipment and nonfood compounds. In total, approximately 14,580 lbs.