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JUNE 13, 2025

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FEBRUARY 17, 2025

"These tariffs could deeply affect the food service and hospitality industries on both sides of the border," Alex Thalassinos, President of Silverware POS, one of the first tech providers dedicated to Canada’s hospitality industry, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Customer Service 221

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JUNE 11, 2025

But perhaps the brand’s most radical transformation was on the beverage side, where it has added modern sips like boba as well as craft cocktails, including frozen margaritas and mojitos. We do see beverages and on-the-go beverages as a big growth opportunity for both of the brands,” O’Reilly said.

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JUNE 13, 2025

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OCTOBER 9, 2024

. "Snacking is all about meeting the moment when a craving strikes," Luis Martinez, senior vice president of R&D and Commercialization at Rubix Foods, a culinary and food science-focused provider of flavor and functional ingredients, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. "With Snacks can be sippable, too!

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Seasonal Menu Consumer Goods Social Media Customer Experience 450

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MAY 10, 2024

Eighty three percent of Gen Z is excited for new food and beverage trends with 25 percent expecting to dine out more this year, according to a recent Datassential report. In this role, he manages the Culinary, Innovation, and Commercialization teams, and oversees R&D project implementation.

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JUNE 18, 2025

Thompson Street managing partner Bob Dunn described the 130-unit Bubbakoo’s as an “innovative and compelling brand that resonate with a broad and growing customer base.” The New Jersey-based fast-casual chain has been acquired by private-equity firm Thompson Street Capital Partners, the company announced Wednesday. Terms were not disclosed.

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Fast Casual Leadership Franchising Franchise 176

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JUNE 23, 2025

Chains including Shake Shack, Paris Baguette, Nick the Greek and MilkShake Factory have recently rolled out shakes, sweets and beverages that riff on the classic Middle Eastern treat of chocolate, pistachio and the crisp shreds of phyllo dough known as kataifi. She provides in-depth coverage of chefs, trends and menu innovation.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2024

. “This redesign is not just about aesthetics; it’s about enhancing the customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and creating a welcoming environment that reflects our commitment to quality and innovation." Overall, how long of a process was the redesign and what were problems it helps resolve?

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Mobile Ordering Design Customer Experience Online Ordering 221

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AUGUST 20, 2024

Partnering with November Five, Le Pain Quotidien launched Alain.AI, a tool that can be called the world's first digital twin of a chef-founder and used to help with menu development, recipe standardization, and culinary innovation. "As "We fully respect GDPR laws, and all customer data will be anonymized.

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JUNE 12, 2025

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Delivery Leadership 2025 Advertising 189

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JUNE 11, 2025

This is where, especially for restaurants, we’re leading the charge and innovating,” he said. “To Symbiosis focuses specifically on off-site ads, or ads that are placed outside of a retailer’s own website. The capability is a first for the restaurant industry, Samolis said.

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JUNE 11, 2025

C-store chain Yesway rolled out a Summer Sips promotion , with deals on Rockstar energy drinks and $1 off the chain’s new Buffalo Chicken Burrito with the purchase of a Honcho beverage. Yesway’s CEO said the promo was created to “own the channel of thirst.”

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Fast Casual Cash Management Retail Leadership 175

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JUNE 24, 2025

Emerging is a company founded by Mathew Focht that describes itself as investing “at the intersection of restaurant innovation, technology and experiential entertainment.” Investments also include tech companies, such as order aggregation platform Chowly, automated beverage concept Botrista, and lease management software company Leasecake.

Leadership 157

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JUNE 6, 2025

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JUNE 5, 2025

The experience is available with a spirit-free beverage pairing, and the restaurant’s website notes that the chef is “over five years sober.” Konro is a Japanese-inspired concept known for a 10- to 14-course tasting menu, served at a chef’s counter with only 10 seats. Sign Up Thanks for signing up!

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Fast Casual Leadership 2025 Loyalty Program 147

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JULY 24, 2024

We use those months to come out with products that are a little more off the wall or are more labor intensive – innovative products that we just do not have the time for during the holiday season when we are working hard to keep up. I also think “slower” months are the perfect time to get super creative and experiment.

Social Media 472

Social Media Cash Management Point of Sale Customer Experience 472

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NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Born and raised in France, Laroche is vice president of marketing with Symrise North America a global manufacturer of flavors for the food and beverage industry. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine caught up with Laroche to learn more about why he wrote this book, the state of restaurant culture and more.

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Food Book Travel Leadership 450

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JANUARY 31, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of dramatic Valentine's Day shift, best food scenes, and the evolution of c-store foodservice. Foodservice is the segment that deals with the preparation, service, and sale of food and beverages outside the household.

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Marketing Loyalty Program 2024 2025 221

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JANUARY 2, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. This shift will position cultivated meat as a long-term venture with the potential for far-reaching positive impacts on future generations.

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2024 Fast Casual Food Safety Insurance 493

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JUNE 17, 2025

Click here to complete your profile Multimedia The chicken wars enter a new phase Persian food emerges in the Middle Eastern niche Cannabis drinks make a splash at the National Restaurant Show Innovation rules at 2025 MenuMasters The Latest Leadership Chris Turner named CEO of Taco Bell owner Yum Brands Operations The real James Beard Award stars?

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Leadership Advertising 2025 Reservations 185

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JUNE 6, 2025

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Fast Casual Leadership Franchising Franchise 147

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APRIL 27, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. Also launching today, is a special edition of the company’s Food Fanatics magazine. Tips for pivoting to retail. You can view the special issue here.

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Webinar Loyalty Program Online Ordering Social Media 463

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MAY 3, 2024

To gain more insights on coffee trends, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine connected with Top Note co-founder Mary Pellettieri. Consumers are becoming more adventurous with their tastes, and are seeking new innovations on traditional beverages. How are coffeehouses innovating their menus?

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Beverage Innovation 2024 Bar 221

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APRIL 29, 2021

Instead of belaboring the issue, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine went to the experts for some solutions. First, see what you have in your current staff and then be innovative on how to hire and train, that helps set you up for success in the long run. This is what has been working for me.”

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JUNE 13, 2025

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Leadership 2025 Email Marketing Magazine 157

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JUNE 5, 2025

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. Spirit-based, ready-to-drink beverages will continue show vast white space, and bourbon should continue to thrive. For part one, click here.

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2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 493

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. This will cause restaurants to innovate their offerings amidst reduced menu sizes. Simon de Montfort Walker, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Oracle Food and Beverage. Here are their insights.

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2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 450

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FEBRUARY 27, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the National Restaurant Association's State of the Indusrty Report, food industry pressures, foodservice opportunities, influencer marketing, foot traffic analysis and the dining-out dollar. 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry.

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APRIL 27, 2020

To add resources to these guides, reach out to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com with news. Also launching today, is a special edition of the company’s Food Fanatics magazine. Tips for pivoting to retail. You can view the special issue here.

Mobile Ordering 494

Mobile Ordering Webinar Loyalty Program Online Ordering 494

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JUNE 30, 2020

The restaurant industry had to adapt to changes in consumer behavior during the COVID19 pandemic, testing out operational innovations and relying on technological solutions that allowed for social distancing and ensuring sanitation (1, 2). Tech for Touchless, Contact-Free Dining. Contactless-dining is expected to trend as a result.

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Kitchen Safety Food Safety Front of House Back of House 349

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DECEMBER 14, 2021

Modern Restaurant Manaagement (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders to discuss the key challenges they believe restaurants will face in 2022. Additionally, I think the industry overall will struggle with labor cost pressures and be forced to either raise prices or innovate. Here are their insights.

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2022 Food Supply Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 474

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JANUARY 13, 2020

Please send plant-based news to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. In addition to enjoying oatmilk as part of Dunkin’s espresso experience, guests can order oatmilk in Dunkin’s hot and iced coffee, Cold Brew and frozen beverages.

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Seasonal Menu Beverage Food Order Marketing 365

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DECEMBER 20, 2023

Each year, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asks experts for their views on the state of the industry. Innovation has always been a hallmark of our brand, and this year was no different. Here are some of their insights. Click here for the first part.

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2023 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Consumer Goods 492

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. – Chris Adams, VP of Strategy, Oracle Food and Beverage. "As For part two, click here.

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2023 Loyalty Program Fast Casual Customer Experience 419

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JUNE 15, 2021

According to Tim Hand and Bruce Reinstein from Kinetic12 Consulting in their interview with FSR Magazine, operators should “reach out to their top suppliers for assistance on driving both front-of-house and back-of-house efficiencies. Another important consideration for operators is communicating to the staff about their supply status.

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