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Opening a Restaurant: Steps to Take and Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Modern Restaurant Management

Get Your Licenses in Order Starting a restaurant business involves registering with the authorities and procuring the relevant licenses. Ignoring these licenses and regulations might attract hefty penalties and fines, so make sure you’re aware of the local, state, and federal regulations before opening up for business.

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Cybersecurity Advice for Restaurateurs

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Numerous states including New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, California, and Texas have enacted statutes requiring entities that own or license the personally identifying information of state residents to implement and maintain reasonable security procedures appropriate to the nature of the information and the size and operations of each entity.

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What Restaurant Owners Need to Budget for in Food Delivery Services

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One primary area of concern is the need for permits and licenses specifically for food delivery operations. Depending on local regulations, restaurants may be required to obtain various licenses. Restaurants must invest in advertising and promotional campaigns to raise awareness about their delivery options in a crowded marketplace.

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Boosting Profits One Sip at a Time: The Power of Specialty Beverages

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For restaurants with liquor licenses, catering to millennials is key. Use targeted advertising and promotions to capture the attention of less price-sensitive delivery users. Millennials and Mocktails : House-made cocktails can be a draw, but most respondents prefer non-alcoholic options.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

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Sorting Out Paperwork and Licensing Below is a breakdown of the licenses and documentation you'll need: Business license : The cost of registering your business will vary by state and includes a registration and filing fee. To apply for a liquor license, consult the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Agency) in your state.

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Pandemic Hangover Coming for Restaurants and Municipalities

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The beverage industry and others affected by the soda tax aggressively lobbied City Council, litigated once the tax was passed and spent millions of dollars in advertising opposing the tax. There is little doubt that revenue officials in some cities will seek to tax or charge license fees for that outdoor space.

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May/June 2021 Legal Update

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The law allows home cooks to prepare meals from their homes and sell to consumers without being a licensed kitchen. During the meeting, the FTC will vote on the final Made in USA rule and discuss streamlining enforcement procedures and the investigation process for unfair competition and false advertising. Litigation.

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