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Dining Trends for 2024

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The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice. Ninety-six percent of dames surveyed agreed that non-alcoholic beverages are here to stay as consumers want the pleasure of a cocktail without the spirits.

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MRM Research Roundup: AI Investment Heating Up and Summer Dining Dos and Don’ts

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Accuracy of food order leads the way at 88, while beverage quality and waitstaff performance both score 86. Mobile app reliability is 1 percent lower at 84, matching beverage quality, staff courtesy and helpfulness, food quality, and website satisfaction (the only metric to increase in 2025). BBQ sales also jumped 31 percent.

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Competition’s Coming: Key Technology Changes Can Help You Win

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For example, customers using these sources are searching for restaurants with information about allergens, vegan offerings and other consumer concerns and interests. By optimizing inventory to meet demand and menu offers, restaurants can also minimize costs and waste. Think, no brick and mortar, no association with primary brands.

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AI Is Revolutionizing the Food Industry

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With AI, food companies can calm ingredients that trigger allergens. Food Waste Reduction The World Economic Forum estimates that humanity wastes about 74 kg (163 pounds) of food per person, per year. AI can also make up for personnel shortages in the food and beverage industry by doing jobs that were previously done by humans.

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Digital Transformation in the Restaurant Industry

Think, a 25-75% reduction in food waste that translates to millions of dollars in savings. Streamlined allergen management ensuring ZERO food allergy incidents. The list goes on well beyond the restaurant back of house or food and beverage related challenges. A fully automated supply chain.

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Vegan Confectionery Is Making its Way from the Margins to the Mainstream

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Vegan trends are not only limited to raw ingredients, but they are also spreading to other domains of foods and beverages, such as confectioneries. These buttons have various allergens listed on the package, as well as a vegan and clean label. Also, the allergen information (tree nuts) is clearly stated down. from 2022-to 2032.

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23 Waiter Interview Questions to Hire the Best Staff for Your Restaurant

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Aside from providing the best dining experience, order-taking accuracy can help you avoid food waste and unnecessary costs. Check their ability to suggest appetizers, beverages, or desserts that complement the meal as well. Mistakes in these situations can lead to delays, wasted food, and a poor guest experience.

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