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MRM Franchise Feed: Modular Chicken and 2020 Year-End Results

Modern Restaurant Management

“While this 2020 required us to pivot, we’ve been able to stay focused on maintaining our position as the fastest growing fast casual brand,” said Swenson, who joined Dave’s Hot Chicken at the tail-end of 2019. He is also a veteran entrepreneur and is a coach to many Fortune 500 companies. .

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

The 2020 holiday season may not offer the same gatherings, parties and hoopla of years’ past, but diners are making sure it is still filled with amazing food. And it is relevant to mention that this is not driven by fine dining or even upscale casual. Diners Show Holiday Spirit. Hassle-free holiday meals.

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How Restaurants Can Remain Competitive in 2021

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2020 was a year that the restaurant industry won’t soon forget. According to a study by Panasonic , the percentage of restaurant businesses that consider themselves “tech-forward” doubled from 13% in January 2020 to 26% by August 2020. For fast-casual and quick-service restaurants—no more lines. since March 2020.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-May 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

In addition to the emergence of indoor dining, it explores rising competition between fast food and fast casual restaurant brands with COVID restrictions loosening. The data finds consistent consumer behavior across both restaurant categories signalling the distinctions between fast food and fast casual restaurants are quickly evaporating.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Church’s Goes Hybrid and Curry Up Incentives Now

Modern Restaurant Management

Founded in 2006, Just Salad is the fast-casual restaurant industry’s leading proponent of zero-waste practices. After expanding its presence in Dallas-Fort Worth and introducing the brand to Omaha in 2020, Coolgreens experienced success in both new markets, as well as in its established Oklahoma City and Tulsa markets.

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San Jose Restaurants You Should Check Out This Week

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The restaurant is open by reservation for dinner between Wednesday and Sunday and requires business casual dress. The vibe of the eatery is casual, and the employees are amicable. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Health Coach | Recipe Creator (@melshealthybowl). Try the Sangria Swirl—. Bill’s Cafe.

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

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Event date: February 2, 2020 (All day). The casually sophisticated concept was created by Michelin-Starred Chef and Culinary Director Alain Verzeroli, who worked with Mr. Robuchon for 21 years. This is a fun, FREE event on Saturday, February 1, 2020 from 3PM-6PM. Kush photo credit: Gita Shonek. www.LAtelier-miami.com.

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