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Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Award Finalists

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The James Beard Award is considered one of the biggest honors in the restaurant industry. Amid unprecedented chaos that shuttered thousands of restaurants across the country, the organization canceled its ceremonies in 2020 and 2021. Media awards nominees, covering books and food journalism, will be revealed on May 7.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

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Culinary and Cocktail Trend Forecasts Kimpton is returning with its annual Culinary + Cocktail Trend Forecast highlighting predictions from its global team of restaurant and beverage talent. ” Guests will have the opportunity to experience many of these trends come to life at Kimpton restaurants and bars across the globe.

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Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists

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This years awards include three brand-new categories: Best New Bar (given to a new wine bar, beer bar, cocktail bar, coffee bar, or any other business whose primary offering is beverage that already demonstrates excellence), Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, and Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service.

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MRM Research Roundup: To-Go Trends, State of the Plate, and Black Market Reservations

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This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features trends in off-premise, coffee wars, the AI lifeline, the return of lunch, and how teens spend their dollars. “Off-premises dining has become a key revenue driver and an essential way to engage consumers,” said Dr. .

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Sustaining Insta-Success

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Shanks about the brand's growth, compeition, loyalty, and social media savvy. XO Marshmallow is the premier gourmet marshmallow company with the world’s first marshmallow café in Chicago, IL. More than ever customers want to feel like they are being heard.

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MRM Franchise Feed: flip’d and the Juicey Awards

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. The "The Rookie of the Year" award went to Angie Lacey from Nocatee, FL, who also won “Best New Store Launch,” a critical first step in a store’s journey.

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Our Favorite Restaurants with Private Dining in Chicago

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If you’re planning a special event or want to go out to eat with a large group, you should check out the private dining rooms many restaurants offer. These private or semi-private rooms will let you and your group enjoy delicious food away from other restaurant patrons. Chicago brings so many diverse dishes to the table.

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