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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

More recently, as chefs have been working up seasonal menus to highlight local specialties and homegrown bars have been remixing native spirits, Sri Lanka drew millions of tourists in 2024 , announcing the islands comeback on the global stage after a few years of economic uncertainty. Rooms start at $45 in the high season.

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DECEMBER 18, 2024

Foot traffic or heat mapping, menu item engagement, or consumer demographics by time of day. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue brings a distinct fusion of Asian, Pacific Islander, and American influences to consumers in the continental U.S. As of 2024, over half of U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024. As travel season approaches, we anticipate seeing more people lean into making their vacation destinations feel more like home, with an increase in activities like cooking while traveling!

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2024

With 22 percent of Gen Zers having at least one immigrant parent and the unlimited access they have to the world through social media, this generation has grown up with more exposure to dynamic cultures; and that global perspective has influenced everything from fashion to food. Be in the right place at the right time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

Nearly two-thirds (65 percent) say they plan to increase their number of locations in 2025, and 74 percent plan to expand their menu offerings, leaning into new experiences and experimentation to power their growth. titled Chili’s and Texas Roadhouse: Full-Service Success in 2024. percent year-over-year during 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

“Our data indicates that QSR burger chains have generally been the hardest hit by the California increase in minimum wage and subsequent increase in menu prices,” writes Hottovy. The chain benefits from a combination of high perceived value through its “3 for Me” menu and service strength through employee retention.

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EATER

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In 1985, Plaza Mayor incorporated pan dulce to its menu of Spanish classics think paella, potato tortillas, and grilled octopus because of a hunch that it would pair well with the tart sidra, or Spanish cider, served at the time. And there are generally no workarounds to the long lines during the holiday season.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

billion transactions and $67 billion in sales in 2024. In 2024, restaurants across the country saw an average five percent increase in transactions and an average eight percent increase in profits with only four percent caused by price hikes. Companies saw a sales boost in 2024 as loyalty transactions increased by over 30 percent.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 31, 2024

Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast According to the National Restaurant Association’s annual Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast, restaurant operators will add 525,000 jobs for the summer season. Online Ordering Trends DoorDash released its fourth annual 2024 Restaurant Online Ordering Trends Report.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This finding from Expert Market’s 2024 F&B Industry Report sheds light on a clear culinary gap within the industry's workforce. This insight seems unsurprising, considering that data from April 2024 revealed 43 percent of small business owners in the US were unable to pay their full rent on time.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 13, 2025

In September 2024, the Lamastus Family Estates auction surpassed all expectations and received an incredible bid of US $13,518/kg for a honey processed Elida Aguacatillo Gesha. The chain will slash prices by around 5 yuan on frappuccinos, tea lattes, and other selected menu options as consumers become more price-conscious.

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MAY 31, 2024

This is especially helpful if your restaurant changes its menu during the holidays since this tool can provide the necessary keywords depending on the season and your business location. It is also included in the Top 100 Best Software Awards of 2024. This tool recommends influencers who meet your restaurant's niche.

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EATER

OCTOBER 26, 2023

These relationships introduced regional culinary practices, but Phuket also felt culinary influences from the greater Muslim world, South Asia, and even Europe by extension. During this time, most of Phuket Town’s restaurants go meat-free, proclaiming the menu change with yellow banners.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

According to the Qu 2024 State of Digital Report , QSR and FC restaurant guests can expect to see more kiosks in stores this year, as well as new mobile apps, and voice AI on the phone and in the drive-thru, which all topped the list of new ordering channels planned for 2024. emerges, top tech investment for 2024.

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AUGUST 16, 2024

As of 2024, they make around $26.42 Managers also handle budgeting, track income and expenses to maintain profitability, and work closely with the kitchen staff to ensure menu items are prepared according to the restaurant's standards. an hour or $54,962 annually, 35% higher than the average server wage.

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Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Average Star Ratings ( ASRs ) provide an invaluable snapshot of how customers perceive a brand, influencing everything from repeat visits to revenue growth. In highlighting the performance of top restaurant brands for Q3 of 2024, we want to (deservedly)sing their praise. Our top performers significantly outperformed this.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 16, 2024

These strategies can combine traditional restaurant advertising techniques like pamphlets, billboards, and radio promotions with modern ideas like running paid ads, advertising on social media, and collaborating with influencers. This doesn't mean, however, that you have to increase the price of your menu in-store.

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MARCH 3, 2023

A Return to Normal The National Restaurant Association released its 2023 State of the Restaurant Industry report, which examines key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends to forecast sales and market trends for the year ahead. million by the end of 2023.

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MARCH 7, 2024

Pastry chefs are proving that rice pudding, in all its global variations, is more exciting than many give it credit for In her newsletter , baker Bronwen Wyatt, the “ trendsetter ” behind New Orleans’s Bayou Saint Cake , listed rice pudding as an “in” for 2024, writing: “IDK I just have a feeling about this one!!”

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Suddenly we find that 2024 is almost behind us now but Future Food would like to share with you the trends and insight that we see across the food and hospitality sector. Less choice might be the obvious downside for customers but then focus can move to the quality of food being made and potentially deflect menu price increases.

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JULY 11, 2024

Miyazaki/Knopf Just in time for peach season, it’s a beautiful meeting of Italian and American cooking Back in 2017, Renato Poliafito had just left Baked, the beloved Brooklyn bakery he co-founded in 2005. A lot of its menu is influenced by Italy; “I thought, maybe one day the cafe will beget a cookbook,” Poliafito recalls.

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MAY 23, 2024

In fact, 45% of restaurant operators expect their competition to be much more intense in 2024 than last year. We’ve studied what makes the 20% of restaurateurs successful and categorized them into essential categories, including optimizing your menu, providing unforgettable experiences, hosting events, and improving takeout.

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The Rail

MARCH 27, 2024

By Emma Carter, Contributor The 2024 National Restaurant Association report shows that sales are up and restaurants are hiring. Optimize Your Restaurant’s Menu In the restaurant industry in 2024 restaurant analytics and reporting are essential to give you a clearer idea of how to optimize your menu.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Running a Bar: 7 Key Features You Need to Become The Best Bar POS System in 2024 In the bustling world of hospitality, the backbone of a bar’s success lies in its operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Easy Menu Management Integration With a Cloud-Based Point of Sale Built For Bars Happy hours! Relaxing Saturday!

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Lavu

JULY 4, 2025

Diners simply scan a code with their phone, browse the menu, place their order, and pay – all from their table or even while waiting in line. They use data analytics to forecast demand based on historical sales, seasonal patterns, and upcoming promotions. These systems go beyond simple tracking. Another advantage?

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Restaurant Engine

MARCH 13, 2024

In this article, we take a broad look at food service trends to know in 2024. Nearly 60% of people say that restaurant sustainability practices are somewhat influencing when choosing where to dine out. So, you can bet that one of the 2024 trends to look out for is sustainability practices. Use organic ingredients.

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Clover - Restaurants

JULY 5, 2024

Luckily in 2024, the U.S. Whether you’re interested in quick service or full service , this guide will help you navigate the 15 most profitable restaurant types to open in 2024 based on data. Here are some of the most profitable QSR restaurants to open in 2024: 1. READ : Meet the Merchant: Thrive Juice Lab 6.

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Rocket Fuel

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Speed of service (SoS) may be one of the most important metrics your QSR restaurants track—Its influence on other facets of your business is undeniable. Restaurant operators are more than familiar with the American supply chain and the shortage of ingredients, paper products, and miscellaneous menu items.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Sales Data & Reporting : Use real-time analytics to optimize menu pricing, staffing, and promotions. These insights also help pinpoint which menu items drive up food costs and where adjustments can be made. The system’s tools also highlight trends that can help refine everything from menu design to service operations.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Influenced by a variety of cultures and cooking methods, there’s something for everyone at Green. Suppose you’re unsure about the menu because you’re not entirely vegan. This trendy vegetarian cafe boasts a globally-inspired menu, uses all local ingredients, and the menu changes each day. No worries.

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EATER

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Lille Allen These are the food phenomena wed like to bid adieu to in the coming year While 2024 saw many great things in the world of food and drinks excellent new restaurants ! An actually good season of Great British Bake Off ! But if theres one thing that can drag me screaming back to 2020, its a menu QR code.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Voice of the Restaurant Industry Toast's 2024 Voice of the Restaurant Industry some insights and data suggesting a cautiously optimistic outlook: profits are rising, with 63 percent reporting increased margins compared to last year.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Influenced by a variety of cultures and cooking methods, there’s something for everyone at Green. Suppose you’re unsure about the menu because you’re not entirely vegan. This trendy vegetarian cafe boasts a globally-inspired menu, uses all local ingredients, and the menu changes each day. No worries.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

But as we explored the crop of stellar new restaurants that opened between September 2023 and September 2024, we found ourselves — if fleetingly — forgetting about the real world outside the dining room, and settling into meals that felt exciting, confident, and joyful. The menu warns of a $150 fine for any “stolen mugs.”

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MARCH 13, 2024

As such, there are stories of eating Sukkot dishes in Uzbekistan under Soviet rule, a seder menu that reflects one family’s migration from Yemen and Morocco to Israel, and dishes shaped by Ottoman rule. Diaz opens with an anecdote about hurricanes in Puerto Rico; since she was born, the season has extended and the storms have worsened.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Where to find the best food around the world in 2024 There’s a big world of food out there and it’s never been easier to taste all of it. All 12 culinary destinations on this list are hitting their strides in 2024, according to our global network of on-the-ground contributors, making them obvious choices for hungry travelers.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Madeira’s vibe can be a bit hard to pin down, but a good starting point is to envision a slightly less tropical, more rugged, European-influenced Hawai‘i. Its cuisine has been influenced by ingredients, people, and techniques from across the world. But the island’s cuisine has also been broadly shaped by its role as a shipping outpost.

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