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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-June 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature top foods of 2021, customer satisfaction, the Good Food 100 and shopping sentiments, State of the Plate. Unlike 2020, diners opted for the plant-based versions of delivery classics so far in 2021. Top Foods Across Major Markets. Beef empanada: (+333 percent).

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Why Restaurant Merch Is the Most Effective Marketing Tool

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As restaurants continue to explore new revenue streams in an ever-changing environment, restaurant merchandise is stealing the limelight as an innovative, fun product that does wonders to your bottom line. It is estimated that over 25 billion dollars will be spent in 2021 on physical promotional merchandise.

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12 Tips to Increase Catering Profits This Busy Season

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2021’s Massive Holiday Catering Opportunity. These small bites require just as much food as entrees, but demand meticulous prep work (and thousands of toothpicks). Unfortunately, many catering businesses suffer from disorganized operations, especially in relation to sourcing supplies, prepping food and retaining staff.

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22 Restaurant Advertising Ideas Driving Guests To Tables In 2022

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The National Restaurant Association projects restaurant sales will hit $898 billion this year -more than $200 billion more than in 2021. How will you be getting more diners to eat your food this year? Restaurant merchandise allows your brand to be given as a gift - either to or on behalf of some of your restaurant's biggest fans.

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Coffee News Recap, 9 Dec: Jibbi Little wins 2022 World AeroPress Championship, EU agrees to ban coffee and other imports linked to deforestation & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority reports US $526 million in export revenue during first four months of 2021/22 fiscal year. Filipino fast food chain Jollibee reportedly selling a minority stake in Highlands Coffee. Franke Coffee Systems appoints 2021 World Barista Championship finalist Wojciech Tysler as brand ambassador.

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I’m Shillin’ It

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But recent years have seen a flurry of artists teaming with fast-food brands: BTS, J Balvín, Mariah Carey, and Saweetie, who is perhaps the queen of the unconventional palate , all launched custom meals at McDonald’s. Megan thee Stallion went into a fast-food partnership of her own with Popeye’s; Doja Cat, with Taco Bell.

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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Do they serve just coffee or small foods as well? Rent, equipment costs, supplies, marketing, and paying staff are among the costs you'll incur when just starting. Many food businesses have gotten their start through sites like Kickstarter , Indiegogo , AngelList , GoFundMe. Food Handler's Permit.

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