Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 8, 2023

Sustainability continues to be a pressing issue in the specialty coffee sector – and for good reason. With demand for more sustainable coffee continuing to grow , it’s essential that industry professionals and stakeholders limit their environmental impact as much as possible. What does “sustainable” really mean?

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ChowNow

MAY 23, 2025

Weve said it several times in this article, but the most effective way to execute menu engineering is to focus on making small, strategic updates based on real numbers and feedback. This approach helps reduce food waste, improves inventory management, and ensures your menu engineering efforts stay sustainable long-term.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2021

For example, a CBS MoneyWatch article from June of this year cited several well-known fast-casual brands' move to boost prices as much as 4 percent to help offset higher labor and other costs. Lower overhead, limited labor requirements, and a sustainable, stable supply chain. are the fast-casual franchise model of the future.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

If the coffee industry is to tackle this problem, it needs to address the increasing need for long-term sustainable coffee sourcing. So what exactly is long-term sustainable sourcing and how can it be achieved? You may also like our article on what to consider when developing a sourcing programme.

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ChowNow

APRIL 25, 2025

In this article, you will learn: How to define your brand identity and mission statement How to create a visual and verbal brand strategy that feels cohesive across every customer touchpoint How your brand will build a loyal customer base that lasts for the long haul Lets get started with why you should give branding the attention it deserves.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 25, 2025

You may also like our article on how automation can make the coffee sector more productive. Sustained high coffee prices signal a new era for the industry, and coffee shop operators are finding new ways to adapt and offset the costs. Then read our article on why some roasters are switching to electric machines. Enjoyed this?

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

When we set out to found Conscious Hospitality Group and our flagship brand, Just Poké, we embraced the values most important to us – sustainability, and people being at the forefront – that we dreamed of implementing when developing our first business plan years ago.

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ChowNow

MARCH 21, 2025

In this article, you will learn: How to define your restaurants target market to guide your business decisions. Values: Are they eco-conscious, looking for sustainable and local ingredients? Dining trends evolve: Plant-based options, gluten-free dishes, and sustainability-focused menus have all gained traction in recent years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2021

The district court dismissed the complaint for lack of subject matter jurisdiction because the plaintiff had not alleged a concrete injury.vvThe appellate court affirmed the dismissal, finding that the injury in fact requirement under Article III is not automatically satisfied by a statutory violation.

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ChowNow

MAY 23, 2025

In this article, youll learn: Why every operator has to monitor their restaurant profit margins Why it can be so challenging to increase your profit margins How to improve your margin numbers Lets dig into why margins, not just sales, make or break a restaurant business. Without it, one bad month can wipe out three good ones.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2020

In this article, we discuss how restaurant design is changing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and highlight how we must rethink the consumer-facing footprint to make the restaurant experience more sustainable and bolster consumer confidence. Architectural Considerations in HVAC.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 3, 2021

This is a restaurant world that is not sustainable. In a recent article about Danny Meyer – NYC restaurateur extraordinaire, he talks about his epiphany over the past year – an opportunity he had to truly assess everything about his restaurants and the accepted approach towards operation.

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Next Restaurants

JULY 18, 2024

By Leo Clarke, Contributor As a restaurant owner, there are many reasons to consider offering a more sustainable menu. In the current climate, with global concerns for our environment mounting, sustainability is likely to be at the forefront of your customer’s minds. million tons annually in the U.S.,

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This article will outline the essential steps you can take to prepare for the winter , setting expectations for how the season will alter your day-to-day, and offering tips to mitigate damage. You can and should be proactive with your sustainability efforts, especially public-facing ones.

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ChowNow

APRIL 15, 2025

In this article, youll learn: The most important restaurant KPIs for restaurant profitability, efficiency, and growth How to calculate and benchmark major KPIs using simple formulas Practical tips for tracking KPIs without getting overwhelmed Lets start by breaking down what KPIs are, and why they require your attention.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Smack dab, in the middle of the Covid19 crisis, suddenly we’ve all realized just how valuable social media can be to sustaining and rebuilding our businesses. And there’s no shortage of articles informing us that we need to boost our social media efforts and understand how to properly use each channel.

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ChowNow

MARCH 14, 2025

Even when they manage to attract online orders, a lack of repeat business makes sustained growth feel out of reach. For more information on food photography, read our article How to Take Menu Photos Like The Pros. To learn how to set this up, read our article, Order with Google for Restaurants: How to Get Started.

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ChowNow

MARCH 13, 2025

In this article, you will learn: How a centralized delivery system eliminates the chaos of managing multiple platforms. When all of these issues pile up, its clear: relying on multiple separate delivery platforms isnt sustainable. But what if all your food delivery apps were in one place?

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 28, 2025

Understanding what drives these price changes, how coffee consumers are responding, and what alternatives exist is essential for businesses aiming to remain sustainable in a volatile market. You may also like our article on why price volatility means roasters’ priorities are shifting. “Add Enjoyed this? Sign up for our newsletter !

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

This article explores some considerations for updating three key sections of your FDD this season and why franchisors should focus on them. Not only is it a critical sales tool for the franchisor, but it also gives a prospective franchisee vital insight into the franchise opportunity and help them make an informed decision to invest.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In this article: How to calculate your restaurant customer acquisition cost (CAC) How to optimize your restaurant’s CAC and reduce costs What is a good cost per customer acquisition? By focusing on these organic customer acquisition strategies, you can build a sustainable customer base that costs less to acquire over time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The problem this article addresses is the trickle-down of the “great resignation.” There are a few reasons: New employees often lack training; ill-equipped and inexperienced workers sustain more injuries trying to use machinery or tools with which they are not familiar.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In recent years, the food service industry has witnessed a growing emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency, making it imperative for restaurant owners and managers to seek out energy consumption curtailment strategies while ensuring a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere for their patrons and staff.

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Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

In many industries around the world, sustainability continues to be a pressing issue – and the coffee sector is no exception. This ranges from using more sustainable processing methods on farms to using recyclable and compostable packaging. You may also like our article on how sustainable coffee packaging is.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

At every level of the coffee supply chain, sustainability is a pressing issue. To address this problem, some coffee businesses are opting for more sustainable approaches to waste management, including circular economy models. I spoke with two coffee sustainability experts to find out more. Want to read more articles like this?

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The Rail

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This article will look at strategies to make a restaurant unforgettable for patrons, so they leave with a pleasant experience that lasts. Using creative and eco-friendly food service packaging material not only helps to preserve food quality but also reflects a restaurant's dedication to sustainability.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 8, 2022

Sustainability continues to be a major focus across the coffee industry, specifically in coffee production. You may also like our article on carbon-neutral coffee production. Justin Archer is the Head of Sustainability at Sucafina , a sustainable farm-to-roaster coffee trader. Read on to find out what they said.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

By the time you finish this article, youll know how to approach restaurant marketing the right way and not waste time doing guesswork, crossing your fingers, and then hoping you see new customers walking through the door. Are you all about sustainable sourcing? Its not just about what you serveits about why you serve it.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

You may also like our article on three emerging trends in coffee packaging. Mark Zhou is the founder of MTPak Coffee – a sustainable coffee packaging manufacturer. A growing focus on sustainability. Typically, when we talk about sustainability in packaging, we often focus on the materials used.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

MBLM also further analyzed the industry in an article entitled, “ Fast Food & COVID-19. Sustainability Is Increasingly Important to Customers, Even in a Struggling Economy. 78 percent of customers said they would be more likely to make purchases from companies that prioritize sustainability in the delivery process.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 21, 2023

It’s hard to ignore the impact that demand for more sustainable coffee is having on the wider industry. Much of the focus on sustainability is with coffee production and export. One of the most prominent is investing in more energy-efficient and sustainable equipment – such as carbon-neutral espresso machines. kg CO2e kg−1.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 19, 2023

Starting as a raw, not always well thought out movement in the 60’s this became the organic food movement, sustainable practices, recycling and composting, the farm to table movement, and learning about the connections between what we eat and how we feel.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 23, 2023

Put them on the table, require rationale, and in some cases business commonsense, i.e.: feature local ingredients, sustainably sound, respectful of the seasons, core of vegetarian, humane treatment of animals by vendors, etc.,

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ChowNow

JULY 30, 2024

Learn more tips for reducing COGS in this article. Check out this article to learn how to effectively manage labor costs. A high rate indicates that your restaurant is spending cash quickly, which may not be sustainable in the long term. Check out this article to learn how to effectively manage your inventory.

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ChowNow

JULY 1, 2024

Implementing cost-saving measures not only helps in sustaining business operations but also ensures long-term success by improving financial stability and resilience. Opt for Sustainable Online Ordering Another restaurant operating expense that can significantly cut into your profits is online ordering.

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Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Another reason people are turning to meal kits is that most of these companies offer ways to make healthier, more sustainable food choices. A focus on local foods, sustainable practices and special diets has helped many of these companies gain favor, particularly in younger generations where they hold high value. Conclusion.

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The Rail

JANUARY 13, 2023

If your establishment ships or delivers menu items to customers, consider upgrading to sustainable packaging for glass bottles to attract those who are environmentally conscious. According to a recent article, 26% of Gen Z does not drink alcohol in any form. With this article, you can now create a winning strategy!

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