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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. In 2023, we can anticipate businesses really focusing in on value and doing what they can to attract and retain both employees and guests. For part one, click here.

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2023 Reflections: The Year That Was in Restaurants, Part Two

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In 2023, the restaurant industry faced several challenges and made some missteps along the way. With growing awareness of climate change and sustainability, some restaurants were seen as lagging in adopting eco-friendly practices and minimising their carbon footprint. Here are some of their insights. Click here for the first part.

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JBF Study: Independent Restaurants Are Actively Evolving

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The research stems from in-person chef interviews and a nationwide survey of more than 400 restaurant owners and operators spanning 47 states with respondents ranging from fine dining establishments to fast-casual venues, breweries, and caterers. "This Despite pricing adjustments, profitability remained challenging in 2024.

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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part One

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. "With consumer behaviors now firmly established around off-premise dining solutions due to the pandemic, off-prem will remain a prevalent option for 2023. For part two, click here.

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Pouring Profits: How Restaurants Can Save Big on Water Costs

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In addition, these systems allow precise temperature and carbonation control, allowing restaurants to cater to the needs of customers. With lower operational costs and no recurring expenses for bottled water delivery, restaurants and businesses can see substantial savings over time. According to the U.S.-based

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Dining Trends for 2024

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Experiential dining, plant-based menus and sustainability were hot topics in the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) 2023 Trends Report. Environmental Consciousness – Consumer awareness and desire for more sustainable options is encouraging upcycling and waste reduction efforts that are good for business and good for the planet.

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2023 Reflections: The Year That Was in Restaurants, Part One

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– Frances Allen, President and CEO, Checkers Brand loyalty took priority in 2023. – Matt Eisenacher, Chief Brand Officer at First Watch Digital transformation continued to dominate 2023. In 2023, we experienced unprecedented shifts in consumer behavior amidst broader macroeconomic conditions like inflation.

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