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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

“It’s encouraging to see consumers continue to rally and support local businesses, with many planning to purchase merchandise, specialty items and gift cards as holiday gifts.” 22 percent of customers are looking to buy restaurant merchandise. percentage points compared to the same month in 2019.

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Where to Stay, Dine & Be Seen During Super Bowl LIV Weekend in Miami

Sante

Conceptualized by chef/owner Brian Nasajon and bar manager/owner Ben Potts, the restaurant is a 120-seat eatery with a playful, globally-inspired menu and vibrant after-hours bar where innovative food and drinks go hand in hand. Beaker & Gray is located at 2637 North Miami Avenue in Wynwood. Photo credit: Brett Hufziger.

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PepsiCo Is Investing Where It Counts

RGU

The stock is up 28% so far in 2019 and the latest results seem to have met the already high expectations investors have for the snack-food giant. Gatorade Zero has been a very successful new innovation, exceeding $500 million in retail sales since launching last year. in the fiscal second quarter to 3% in the third quarter.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Krystal Refranchising and Pieology in China

Modern Restaurant Management

California-based pizza innovator Pieology, top photo, announced a major strategic alliance into China with Shanghai-based TZG Partners. ” The company began franchising in 2019, adding three new restaurants outside of its home-market of Oklahoma City. ” In addition to menu innovation, Coolgreens has implemented many changes.

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

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Its concise, yet scalable menu, does not necessitate the need for large retail space, allowing for creative opportunities to grow and innovate into the future. The innovative automat concept is currently looking for experienced franchisees and qualified investors to introduce the concept to major media markets across the country.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-November 2020 Edition

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More than 27 percent of Americans have not used cash to pay for food, beverages, merchandise, or services since Covid-19, and 77 percent will prefer contactless payments even after the pandemic ends. In fact, 44 percent Americans said convenience was the most important factor for ordering and paying for food and merchandise with their phone.

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El Pollo Loco’s Pledge and techtown Refresh

Modern Restaurant Management

The winners included: MAKEr of Honor 2019. Breakout MAKEr 2019. “The identity of things is becoming even more important as consumers raise demands for transparency,” said Deborah Barta, senior vice president, Innovation and Startup Engagement, Mastercard. techtown Refresh. .