Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

The salad chain said it also sees opportunity in California, where the fast-food minimum wage is $20 per hour. Members help make our journalism possible. She previously served as editor in chief of Winsight Grocery Business View All Articles by This Author Want breaking news at your fingertips? Sign Up Thanks for signing up!

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 12, 2025

Employees then load the food into a robot and send it on its way. The customer unlocks their food using a code in their delivery app. View All Articles by This Author Want breaking news at your fingertips? Orders come in like any other delivery order would. Sign up here. Get today’s need-to-know restaurant industry intelligence.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

View All Articles by This Author Want breaking news at your fingertips? News independents chefs Lisa Jennings is a veteran restaurant industry reporter and editor who covers the fast-casual sector, independent restaurants and emerging chain concepts. Get today’s need-to-know restaurant industry intelligence.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2022

As Americans reach for a potential post-pandemic world, the restaurant industry continues to reel from two years of economic, staffing and supply chain chaos. Of these, one of the biggest challenges facing independent, franchised and fast-casual restaurants is staffing. A recent article in The New York Times cited a 5.7-percent

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

View All Articles by This Author Want breaking news at your fingertips? Become a Restaurant Business member today and unlock exclusive benefits, including unlimited access to all of our content. Sign up here. News casual_dining Joe Guszkowski is a senior editor with Restaurant Business covering technology and casual-dining chains.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

Grubhub's mid-year report checks in on the popular food trends to date and what quarantined Americans ordered through contact-free delivery, and predicts what we can expect to see more of in the second half of the year. State of the Plate 2020 – top foods across various cities. Top Foods of 2020. miso tofu bowl.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The revised bill, proposed by House democrats, would allocate $120 billion in grants for restaurants, bars, and food trucks After four months, Congress has again decided to negotiate a new federal economic relief package. In a new move, it would also incorporate $120 billion in grants for restaurants, bars, and food trucks.

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EATER

JANUARY 11, 2021

I didn’t realize it at the time, but this wasn’t a coincidence: The Berkeley store was owned and operated by Veronica Foods, an olive oil distributor that supplies Prima Oliva (along with 700 other stores), and whose focus on quality has ruffled feathers in the olive oil industry. “We

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2020

Restaurant workers must bring in proof of recent employment (paystubs will suffice) and will receive hot meals, toiletries, cleaning supplies, diapers, formula, personal hygiene items, and more. "They're the only vendor — and I'm talking partners, food suppliers, marketing people — who has put out a Coronavirus Kit.

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 21, 2025

Executive teams focused on supply chain strategy, pricing discipline, and consumer segmentation to weather the turbulence. Domestic supply chain, menu consistency, steady pricing Texas Roadhouse +3.5% Strategic investments in supply chain, digital ordering, and menu development will remain top priorities. Strong Taco Bell U.S.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Tue, 31 Jan Starbucks opens 150th store in Chile with franchise partner Alsea Cono Sur. Nyamayaro is a UN Special Advisor for the World Food Programme. Sucafina says its acquisition of the green coffee importer in Portland, Oregon will help to drive sustainability and innovation ac supply chain.

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Perfect Daily Grind

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Decafino compostable pouches are made from plant-based polylactic acid plastic, and include food-grade seaweed extract and natural minerals. The store will be operated by franchise partner Legardére Travel Retail, which already manages around 200 Costa Coffee stores in the Czech Republic, Latvia, and Poland.

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MBB Hospitality

MAY 15, 2024

The world of franchising changes as fast as the trends, and franchisee innovation is central to staying competitive and meeting evolving consumer demands. As we approach 2025, several groundbreaking innovations, including franchisee innovation, are reshaping the franchise landscape.

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Apicbase

APRIL 5, 2022

That’s where the franchise expansion model comes into play. If you’re considering this business model, make sure you fully understand what a franchise restaurant is. How To Franchise A Restaurant? Develop your franchise using a proven roadmap for franchisors. Develop your franchise using a proven roadmap for franchisors.

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EATER

OCTOBER 1, 2024

That was her first exposure to the notion that food in America was going to be different. It always felt like home to me because of the food,” says Yun, who is an associate professor at George Washington University and author of O Beautiful. The closest Patel Brothers franchise, the South Asian supermarket giant, is in Illinois.

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Qu

MARCH 28, 2025

With Edge-powered visual sensors and AI systems monitoring walk-ins and storage areas, your restaurant gains real-time inventory awareness, keeping constant track of supplies for accurate on-hand inventory. David Ingenito GoTo Foods , Multi-Unit Franchise Owner Edge computing creates true operational resilience.

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Apicbase

MAY 5, 2022

If one thing is certain, consumers want food delivered to their homes ready to eat. The European Online Food Delivery Market is projected to reach US$ 66.2 This article explains the ins and outs of starting a virtual restaurant brand and growing it into a robust franchise. Let those numbers sink in for a second.

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Restaurant Law

AUGUST 17, 2016

Beware: If you own more than one restaurant which operates under the same name, you may have created an illegal and unintended franchise. This sounds crazy, but it is actually very common and the consequences of creating an unintended franchise are substantial, serious, and include the possibility of both personal and criminal liability.

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Margin Edge

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Labor shortages, supply chain issues, sick employees, not enough financial assistance, hesitant diners- the list goes on and on and we know if you’re running a restaurant right now this is by no means breaking news. 6 Ways to Reduce Food Costs. Oftentimes, the biggest culprit for out-of-control food costs in a restaurant is waste.

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Apicbase

MARCH 15, 2023

It has everything that makes hospitality irresistible: great coffee, delicious food and every type of drink one can desire. Before Mocca Deli Tony, Salle and Alen Mansour were each working in their own corner of the food world: a coffee shop, a fine-dining restaurant and a cocktail bar. A new concept was born.

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Apicbase

MARCH 15, 2023

It has everything that makes hospitality irresistible: great coffee, delicious food and every type of drink one can desire. Before Mocca Deli Tony, Salle and Alen Mansour were each working in their own corner of the food world: a coffee shop, a fine-dining restaurant and a cocktail bar. A new concept was born.

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The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

A cloud kitchen also called a “ghost kitchen” or “virtual kitchen,” is a commercial culinary environment that provides food enterprises with the tools and resources they need to prepare menu meals for delivery and takeout. As they continue to expand, food aggregators will drive demand with a slew of discounts.

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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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Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

All are company owned and there are no plans to franchise. For certain events, Greenlane also sends the mascot Gigi—a human in a fluffy pink bunny suit, because salads are rabbit food—who has become somewhat of a TikTok star, helping to build brand awareness. View All Articles by This Author Want breaking news at your fingertips?

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The Restaurant Times

JULY 30, 2020

It allows you to control and maintain a smooth flow of supply and boost your overall profit. This article explains how restaurants in the UAE can optimize their inventory using proven restaurant inventory management techniques. As some ingredients inevitably get used during food preparation, a variance between 2-5% is acceptable.

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Island Media Management

AUGUST 13, 2020

The past two decades have been an interesting time period for the food and beverage industry. Small food manufacturers are no longer inhibited by competitive entry to retail. New restaurants can have a great consumer reach even without a single franchise. Catering services are able to supply their products a great distance away.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

That’s why many food-service operators are now optimising their online ordering operations to make them more efficient. Additionally, food brands worldwide are looking into the ghost kitchen model – which sits at the heart of the off-premise dining channel – to meet increased demand. The question is: which models will prove viable ?

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

With a rise in average consumer expenditure, conscious consumerism, and an increasingly mobile lifestyle, the food truck model has become quite a rage in the Middle East. in the next five years, the future of the food truck industry seems bright. Benefits Of Running A Food Truck Over A Traditional Restaurant In Saudi Arabia.

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Apicbase

JULY 1, 2022

It helps them expand operations while keeping food quality consistent across locations and channels, and, equally important, keeping the overhead costs in balance. The brand acts as a hub for multiple expansions and extensions, ranging from franchise outlets, delivery, takeout, virtual restaurants, dark kitchens and even retail ventures.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 27, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature sobering statistics from Yelp, a ghost kitchen franchise model, franchise explosions expected and falling for for an improved PSL. Ghost Kitchen Franchise Model. Yelp Sees COVID Effect. Meanwhile, grocery related businesses are on the decline as people spend less time at home.

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The Restaurant Times

APRIL 24, 2021

Especially for owners of restaurant chains, or people wanting to step into franchise agreements, the only way to grow is to incorporate the best of technology out there. Consistency And Quality (Supply Chain) . This helps you to monitor your supply chain operations easily. . Online Ordering .

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The Restaurant Times

JUNE 30, 2021

This article will elaborate on some of the key responsibilities a manager must fulfil to run a profitable outlet. . Furthermore, a manager should also handle any supply chain issues and the procurement of raw materials. Essential Restaurant Manager Responsibilities That Ensure Smooth Functioning Of A Restaurant.

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Island Media Management

AUGUST 13, 2020

The past two decades have been an interesting time period for the food and beverage industry. Small food manufacturers are no longer inhibited by competitive entry to retail. New restaurants can have a great consumer reach even without a single franchise. Catering services are able to supply their products a great distance away.

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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. In this article, we break down the key changes and share practical strategies to help you maintain profitability.

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BNG Point of Sale

AUGUST 27, 2021

It is also not an easy one–regardless of the restaurant size and business model–with plenty of competition to contend with while trying to stay on top in terms of the quality food it serves and its prices. To do so, you will need to know how much each of your dishes cost per serving as well as the proportion of your food costs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) was established by the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021, which was signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, 2021, with the intention of helping small to mid-sized businesses in the food service industry, which was hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. billion tax-free grant. 362,265,927.

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EATER

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Supply chain disruptions were a theme of 2021, but thanks to viral recipes, some ingredients were hit especially hard I learned a hard lesson on a recent trip to my local Asian supermarket, Tan A. The article went on to recommend that readers run out and buy Kewpie immediately, “as TikTok-famous products tend to sell out fast.”

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