Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Hot Palette Holdings uses AI to improve their forecasting, optimize inventory, and reduce waste. As restaurants implement tech tools, they’re experiencing numerous benefits, including waste (and cost) savings, more effective scheduling, and increased customer satisfaction, to name just a few. Elevate quality management programs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We like to say waffles “drip with success” for food service operators, and it's because of four key factors: profitability, versatility, consumer experience and operational efficiency. We expect to see even more creativity in 2025 with waffle-related LTOs. “Waffle-omics” is a term we use at Golden Waffles.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2019

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature Winnow, Epic Burger, OneDine, Revenue Management Solutions, t he ONE Group Hospitality, McCain Foods, Epson America and Noble, Inspire Brands and 2nd Avenue Lighting. Winnow Raises $20M to Fight Food Waste. 63 million tons of food is wasted every year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2022

Animal welfare and food processing concerns are making consumers explore environmentally-friendly food alternatives, prompting a rise in vegan food demand. Vegan trends are not only limited to raw ingredients, but they are also spreading to other domains of foods and beverages, such as confectioneries. from 2022-to 2032.

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Lavu

APRIL 25, 2025

Running a successful restaurant in 2025 isnt just about serving great food and offering good serviceit also requires the right technology behind the scenes. Inventory Tracking : Monitor stock levels, reduce waste, and automate reordering. Top 5 POS Integrations for Restaurants in 2025 1. These tools simplify the process.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

A recent Incisiv study found that QSRs expect 51 percent of tasks will be automated by 2025 while full-service restaurants expect only 27 percent of tasks to be automated by this time. These battery powered, sensor-enabled devices report the location, state, or condition of the environment, supplies, or other assets.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Good Food Restaurant Scorecard. Despite skyrocketing demand for plant-based food across the U.S., 42 of the country’s favorite fast food and restaurant chains still don’t offer a plant-based entrée, according to a report released today by The Good Food Institute (GFI).

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Lavu

APRIL 25, 2025

Setting up a POS system for a restaurant in 2025 isnt just about installing machinesits about finding the right tools to help your business run smoothly. Whether you run a quick-service spot, a full-service restaurant, a bar, or a food truck, each has unique needs for handling orders and managing workflows. Cash Drawer (APG): $120.00

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Culinary Digital

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Every industrys food services have different requirements and needs, but we all get cold. If your food service management hasnt already adjusted your menus to include piping hot drinks, warm soups, and other wintertime comfort foods, now is the time to be ready for any more big storms and cold spikes next month.

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Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

Running a successful restaurant in 2025 means more than just great food—it requires smart financial decisions. Use these Calculations to Maximize Cost Reduction The food cost percentage is the number one calculation that restaurants can use today to maximize their cost reduction. Food cost control is crucial.

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Squirrel Systems

MARCH 3, 2025

In 2025, these ten must-have technologies will be essential for staying competitive, efficient, and relevant in a crowded market. In 2025, POS systems will continue to evolve with advanced features like integrated customer loyalty programs, order-ahead capabilities, and even insights to optimize menus and pricing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

They might also want to restock popular brews, with recent research from the International Wine and Spirits Record asserting that the alcohol e-commerce sales will hit $42 billion by 2025. With more food comes the potential for more waste. restaurants rack up 22-33 billion pounds of food waste per year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

As restaurants around the country look towards reopening, Edward Lee and Lindsey Ofcacek, director of The LEE Initiative are committed to helping reset the supply chains for farmers and restaurant operators who are committed to sustainable food. ” US Foods Donates More Than $10 Million. U S Foods Holding Corp.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 11, 2022

Craft and artisan are notably used throughout several food and beverage sectors; they are attached to segments such as craft beer and artisanal bread. As third wave coffee consumers express more interest in learning about where coffee comes from, there is more focus on the wider coffee supply chain, particularly on producers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Curry Up Now began as a food truck in 2009 and was founded by husband and wife duo, Akash and Rana Kapoor, and supported by co-founder and Senior VP of Operations, Amir Hosseini. Taco Bell committed to making all consumer-facing packaging recyclable, compostable or reusable by 2025 worldwide. " Benihana Plans Franchise Expansion.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 20, 2022

Through a partnership with Enveritas, JDE Peet’s will responsibly source 100% of its coffee by 2025, which the company states will provide support to more than one million farmers. In March, the fast food chain (which includes McCafé) closed 850 locations in Russia as a result of the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Tue, 17 May.

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Rocket Fuel

JANUARY 18, 2025

The quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry has always been fast-paced and ever-changing, but 2025 marks a pivotal year of transformation. As fast food chains strive to stay ahead of the competition, QSR industry trends like digital transformation, menu diversification and enhanced delivery options are reshaping how these businesses operate.

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Perfect Daily Grind

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The EU’s final approval of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) mean companies are required to use as little packaging as possible, and that governing bodies will need to ensure that 65% of all packaging waste (including coffee capsules and single-serve products) is recycled by end of 2025.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 8, 2022

The project enables Svit Kavy to donate coffee and food to Ukrainian soldiers fighting on the front line. The group will include supply chain representatives, as well as academics and environmental organisations. billion by 2025. Westrock Coffee to launch IPO. The roaster and distributor is valued at around US $1.09 Tue, 5 Apr.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 24, 2022

By 2025, the global market is expected to be worth over US $29 billion. Plastic waste is understandably a major concern for many consumers. In recent years, concerns about plastic waste have understandably started to increase. This means microplastics can end up in soil, beaches, waterways, food supplies, and even human bodies.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

billion by 2025 – making it a lucrative market for many roasters and coffee businesses. Once the filling and packaging machine is set up, Jeffree tells me that thorough cleaning and sterilisation are essential to produce food-safe coffee pods. “[To The demand for coffee capsules has never been as high as it is today. Sustainability.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 15, 2022

Panera Bread states the data will help to improve coffee freshness and reduce waste. However, Lavazza warns of potential future supply chain issues related to conflict in Ukraine. Fast food chain Wendy’s launches signature coffee blend in Canada. Tue, 5 Apr – Global cold brew market to grow over 26% by 2025.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 10, 2022

The report is part of IDH’s Coffee Farmer Income Resilience Programme, which runs until 2025. The competitions took place at the three-day 2022 Seoul Food expo, and were livestreamed via the SCA Korea chapter’s YouTube channel. Indonesia Food Exhibition held in Surabaya. billion by 2025. Wed, 8 Jun.

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Perfect Daily Grind

OCTOBER 21, 2022

ofi named Sustainability Supply Chain of the Year at the 2022 Global Good Awards. The global ingredients supplier was recognised for its commitments to making its supply chains more sustainable – including for coffee. The company also launched its new line of plant-based single-use packaging to reduce waste.

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Culinary Digital

DECEMBER 19, 2024

While several kitchens are experimenting with AI-powered point-of-sale systems, like this self-checkout station at Dartmouth Tuck School of Business , the most promising AI technologies for food service management are behind the counter. AI-powered supply chain platforms provide an enticing solution. Want to learn more?

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Apicbase

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The new CSRD regulations require large food service companies to report on Scope 3 emissions, which can be difficult to manage. Carbon reports give large food service companies a clear picture of their environmental impact. These include emissions from food production, packaging, transportation, waste disposal, and employee commuting.

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Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

This 85+ item list of food service statistics results from meticulous combing through dozens of industry reports. OUR TOP 10 In 2022, 31% of restaurants cut the number of menu items on offer to deal with the inflation and rising food costs. IMARC Group , 2022) Global food ordering is expected to top $365 billion by 2030. (

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Apicbase

JANUARY 28, 2025

When the Autumn Budget landed, food and drink leaders warned ministers that the tax increase would cost the British Hospitality industry 3 billion and force businesses to reduce investments, cut jobs, and raise customer prices. Encouragingly, UK food price inflation has dropped to a manageable 2%, offering businesses some breathing room.

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Marketman

JULY 7, 2019

The quality of the food you serve ensures diners keep your tables packed. Do you know enough about your food suppliers to answer the tough questions your customers may already be asking? food vendors (2018 ranking) to give you the information you need. Countdown of the top ten food vendors.

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Marketman

JULY 7, 2019

The quality of the food you serve ensures diners keep your tables packed. Do you know enough about your food suppliers to answer the tough questions your customers may already be asking? food vendors (2018 ranking) to give you the information you need. Countdown of the top ten food vendors.

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MBB Hospitality

MAY 15, 2024

As we approach 2025, several groundbreaking innovations, including franchisee innovation, are reshaping the franchise landscape. Meanwhile, automation in order processing and robotics in food preparation are helping franchises address labor challenges and increase efficiency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2025

World Food Safety Day , held annually on June 7, aims to raise global awareness and inspire action on the critical importance of food safety. The core message is that food safety is everyone's business – from farmers and producers to governments, businesses, and consumers. The law strengthened the U.S.

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The Food Corridor

MARCH 27, 2023

And more and more often, whether we realize it or not, it’s also where we’re ordering our food. Introducing cloud kitchens , commercial facilities purpose-built to produce food specifically for delivery. Food delivery is nothing new, of course. Customers order online on food delivery apps (such as Grubhub, Doordash, etc.)

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law in January of 2011 and expanded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s authority to regulate the way foods are grown, harvested and processed. This last initiative is perhaps the most urgent for food businesses and requires immediate attention.

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Hot Schedules

MARCH 11, 2025

But with supply chain headaches, rising labor costs, and unpredictable demand, that’s easier said than done. Many hotels rely on outdated or disconnected purchasing systems, leading to over-ordering, waste, and supplier inconsistencies. Stocking too much means wasted capital; too little means unhappy guests. You’re not alone.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2025

New data from the National Restaurant Association’s 2025 Off-Premises Restaurant Trends report highlights how off-premises dining has become both a consumer preference and business essential, with the convenience and availability of takeout, delivery, and drive-thru now deeply embedded in everyday life.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2025. In 2025, we’ll see operators increasingly adopt advanced Back-of-House solutions to gain deeper insights and more precise control over profit margins.

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