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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-September 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Uncovering consumer confidence and preferences in an ever-shifting market as a result of COVID-19 restrictions, Restaurants Canada is shining a light on what restaurateurs and chefs can expect with the release of the 2021 Discerning Diner Report. Sales velocity is now -1 percent vs August 28, 2021. ” Attracting New Diners.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-July 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Total restaurant visits were down -6 percent in May 2021 compared to May 2019 but were up +23 percent from a year ago, recovering from a -23 percent decline in May 2020. Snack periods, were down -5 percent in May 2021 compared to May 2020, and for a pre-pandemic view, down -11 percent compared to same month two years ago. ” 2.

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21 Restaurant Interior Design & Decor Ideas to Inspire You in 2021

Touch Bistro

In fact, color alone can influence up to 90% of a guest’s initial impression. Image Source ]. Image Source ]. Image source ]. Image Source ]. Image Source ]. Whip up a feast for the eyes with restaurant interior design that wows your customers, while building brand recognition and loyalty. Choose a Theme.

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: Consumer Data Analytics Reveal Dining Patterns to Attract Customers 

Modern Restaurant Management

By 2021 we asked the question a little differently and found 22 percent of consumers said they were currently eating out but 16 percent still said they would not until the pandemic ended. Source: *Causeway Solutions 2023 As restaurateurs recover from the economic impact of COVID-19 and inflation, they don’t want to be caught off guard.

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A Better Approach for Unbanked Restaurant Employees

Modern Restaurant Management

According to a 2021 estimate by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), there are 4.5 Many cards don’t allow ‘portability’ — accepting payments from sources other than their primary employer (second employer, government benefits, tax refunds, etc.)

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What Hotel Menu Trends Will Define 2022?

Hot Schedules

Wellness and ecological trends that gained popularity over COVID will continue in the post-pandemic world, meaning hotel recipe management practices will need to prioritize sourcing from local suppliers to meet these expectations. Source eco-friendly products where possible, and look at implementing onsite produce gardens and/or composting.

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2021 Restaurant Industry Trends To Keep Operations Profitable

Squirrel Systems

Connecting restaurant industry trends to your business growth and foodservice reach in 2021 This article sheds insights into what restaurant operators can learn from key restaurant industry trends in consumer behavior and foodservice operations in 2021 to keep their restaurants accessible to consumers and secure the bottom line.

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