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MRM Franchise Feed: Randy’s Donuts Plans Rise and Burger King Makes Sustainable Commitment

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It also continues its rapid growth internationally by adding franchise development deals for France, Morocco, Egypt, Kuwait, and Bahrain to its international market now totaling 64 stores. In total, 165 stores are set to open. Randy’s Donuts is also in negotiations for dozens of stores throughout California and other states.

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AI Food Intelligence and Now Serving Democracy

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” “We were on a path to integrate more technology into our operations before COVID-19 and found ourselves fast-tracking during the pandemic so that we could get back to business as fast as possible, serve our customers and keep our people employed,” said Kevin Youkilis, owner of Loma Brewing Company. SpotOn Transact, Inc.

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Coffee News Recap, 6 May: Vietnamese coffee production could drop 10% in 2022/23, China’s coffee imports to increase by 5% in 2022 & other stories

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The US roaster visited the White House as part of President Biden’s promotion of small business growth in the US. Packaging solutions companies IMA and Goglio enter strategic partnership to develop sustainable packaging materials. Mon, 2 May. Yara launches world’s first electric-powered shipping container vessel.

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Cleanliness in the Restaurant: Reality and Perception

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As restaurants adjust back to a new normal, we expect operators to incrementally add tables and seats back to their longtime standard. We agree that “people aren’t going to want to sit shoulder to shoulder" at first, and that “they are still going to be cautious and want some spacing.” from the surface.

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Hospitality trends restaurants should know in 2023

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But the latest advances offer solutions for back of house too. Digital kitchen display systems could make paper tickets obsolete. Quick-serve concepts like Chipotle, White Castle, and Sweetgreen are testing robots that can make chips, flip burgers, and toss salads, according to CNBC.

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An Eater’s Guide to T?hoku, Japan’s Capital of Sake, Wagyu, and Sea Pineapples

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Japan launched an immense cleanup effort led by young volunteers, many of whom had originally left Tōhoku to work in bigger cities, who rushed back to help clear debris and shelter displaced families. Tokyo currently holds the record for the city with the highest number of Michelin-starred restaurants in the world. What is Tōhoku cuisine?

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The Stages of Gentrification, as Told by Restaurant Openings

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The 1973 “Chicago 21 Plan,” designed to stem white flight by revitalizing areas surrounding the city’s commercial district, the Loop, targeted nearby communities like Pilsen. Over the next decade, new cafes, restaurants, and housing developments owned by outsiders replaced many resident-owned properties and abandoned lots.

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