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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2020 Edition

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This edition of MRM Research Roundup features news that consumers plan to put restaurants at the top of their shopping lists, the latest stats for on premise and why the restaurant of the future is here now. Nearly half (48 percent) of respondents also said they are likely to buy gift cards from a local independent restaurant.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

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MRM's Franchise Feed provides the latest news in restaurant and MUFSO franchising. Apple American Group LLC (AAG), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Flynn Restaurant Group LP (FRG), was named the 2021 Abe Gustin Franchisee of the Year by Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar. AAG Named Franchisee of the Year.

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El Pollo Loco’s Pledge and techtown Refresh

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" The Big Kahuna Burger theme will be part of the Interior where staff will be in costume and exterior of the restaurant with Big Kahuna Burger signage. “We are proud to make this pledge and we invite other restaurant and QSR companies to do the same.” ” Green Rabbit Secures Funding. headquartered A&G.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-March 2021 Edition

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Meanwhile, the firm’s new lens on segmentation analyses changing consumer priorities in 15 consumer-facing sectors—ranging from groceries to household products, from clothing to home furnishings, from restaurants to travel and leisure, and beyond. With 17 percent of restaurants in the U.S. State of Delivery.

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Ghost Kitchen Franchise and Pandemic Resources

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YEA uncovers longer term trends, including a correlation between increased interest in restaurants, bars and nightlife, and gyms to a spike in COVID-19 cases across hotspot states. Permanent Closures Continue to Increase Across Restaurants, Retail and Other Industries.

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MRM People & Places: Maki Madness and Pancakes for Life

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. Nominees for more than 50 awards categories, including Restaurant and Chef, Restaurant Design, and Media will be announced. ET and will be streamed live online.

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