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THE RESTAURANT MVP

Culinary Cues

Sure, the chef may have his or her name on the menu, the owner may proudly greet every guest, accomplished line cooks may amaze everyone involved, service staff win the day with attention to detail and salesmanship, and one could certainly argue that dishwashers are MVPs because if they fail, the whole operation starts to crumble.

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17 Restaurant Promotion Ideas To Boost Orders And Customer Loyalty

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When business slows down, its easy to blame the season, the weather, or people not going out like they used to, but sometimes all customers need is a good reminder or the right reason to show up again. A restaurant marketing strategy that works for a sports bar might fall flat at a vegan cafe. Most importantly, know your audience.

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A CULTURE OF QUALITY

Culinary Cues

It is accepted in professional sports, like in so many other aspects of life: “You get what you pay for.” There could be injuries in the first few games that sideline a player for the season, there may not be chemistry with the rest of the team, maybe ego will get in the way, or it could simply be a case of scouting misjudgment.

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The Ultimate Guide to Local Restaurant Marketing 2025

7 Shifts

Add high-quality photos and videos regularly, posting as soon as new dishes are added to your menu. Keep your hours updated as well, especially if you have special holiday hours or seasonal changes. Another great way to partner with local businesses is by featuring their products on your menu or in your restaurant marketing.

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PROUDLY SIGN THAT PLATE

Culinary Cues

SOMEHOW BELIEVING THAT SPICE IS A REASON TO FORGET EVERYTHING ELSE Can we get over the whole “no pain, no gain” approach to seasoning a dish? THINKING THAT EATING IS A CONTACT SPORT How many can you eat, how big of a steak, how fast can you get it down, how much better or faster are you than the person sitting across from you.

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THE MISUNDERSTOOD CHEF

Culinary Cues

As if that weren’t enough, the menu and each morsel of food presented represents the chef’s life of experiences, his or her family history, the cuisine of their forefathers, every chef who contributed to their training, and everything that they believe in – as it pertains to food. It is a juxtaposition that is nearly impossible to manage.

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7 Brilliant Ideas for Restaurant Grand Opening Marketing

Restaurant Engine

Your menu, staff, and restaurant are ready. This article takes a look at seven brilliant ideas for restaurant grand opening marketing. For example, if you are a sports-themed restaurant serving burgers and pizza, look for sports influencers as well. That’s to plan and schedule your grand opening.