Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

The convenience-retailing giant on Wednesday announced a Craveables Value Menu, pitting it in head-to-head competition with fast-food chains also looking to win consumers over with low prices. By Heather Lalley on Jun. Photo: Shutterstock 7-Eleven is ready to do battle in the summer value wars. By Heather Lalley on Jun.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 7, 2024

Why it matters Restaurant Food Cost Percentages Calculate Food Cost Percentage Food costs vs Prime costs Menu Changes and Seasonality Strategies to Reduce Your Food Costs Food Cost Management Tools FAQ What is food cost? The cost of food and beverages is a bit of a moving target. Table of Contents What is it?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 18, 2023

Brian, the executive chef, changes Ronin’s menu daily to reflect the best of the week’s harvest. To learn more, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine quizzed Brian and Amanda Light. In what ways does the design connect to the menu? The suspension tables are fluid and changing, just as our menu is.

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Modern Restaurant Management

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. ” A Year of Challenges U.S. Several leading food brands have taken the merger and acquisition route to enter the c-store channel.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2020

Please send plant-based news to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. “The Beyond Meat Taco and Beyond Beef offer our guests even more protein options for our classic menu items,” said Edithann Ramey, Chief Marketing Officer for On The Border.

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Modern Restaurant Management

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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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

As the Coronavirus crisis continues, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked industry insiders what best practices restaurants should have in place for social distancing, as per CDC guidelines. So while it’s early in the season, open up patio and sidewalk space if you have it.

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Modern Restaurant Management

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. Ghost kitchen and virtual brands are prime strategies for this growth strategy, both of which require a thoughtful approach to menu design, production and fulfillment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

This final edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup for 2024 features news of operator challenges and priorities, delivery trends, wages and hourly worker considerations. The primary response was menu price increases, with nearly 61 percent of respondents adjusting prices to cope with the new reality.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of Drinksgiving and Thanksgiving trends, FSR challenges, and "out-of-the-box" dining habits. Blue Duck Tavern (Washington, D.C.) – A farm-to-table dining experience emphasizing seasonal ingredients. Nearly 29 percent of U.S.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 27, 2020

According to The Hartman Group’s Functional Food & Beverage and Supplements 2020 Report , 29% of consumers said they were consuming more of these “functional foods” or beverages than before (4). Meanwhile, IFT listed Gochujang, Calabrian Chile, Shishito and Harissa as the top 4 trending foodservice seasonings. 2) [link]. (3)

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features delivery data, tariff troubles, summer dining trends, and Beer Serves America. Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market. billion in 2024 and is anticipated to rise at a CAGR of 3.74

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the dismal March restaurant sales, security, loyalty, trends and teen consumer behaviors. Alcoholic beverages, in particular, can have an enormous impact on guest checks, especially for bar and grill and more upscale restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Saudi Arabia had a successful pop-up store at the 2019 Riyadh Season and is opening its first permanent store in Jeddah this summer. Randy's Donuts Plans Aggressive Expansion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. “Despite the challenges of 2020, each franchise partner led with genuine love while serving all guests clean, organic food and beverage offerings."

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EATER

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Bafflingly for a city which prides itself on its seasonal, grower-guided, zero waste credentials, there were no Green Stars awarded, which highlight restaurants at the forefront of sustainability. Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award: Creative Beverage Director Grant Sceney & Head Bartender Jeff Savage The Botanist.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. We also anticipate restaurants will be more cautionary when it comes to menu offerings. Supply chain issues are forcing restaurants to re-evaluate their menu options. Here are their insights.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

“I wanted to make sure the whole menu, flavors, and even the packaging was on point,” said Tyga. ” The online menu offers crispy, oven-baked chicken bites in three different spice dusts including Black Garlic, Lemon Black Pepper, and Peri-Peri, a mix of tangy, sweet and spicy. .” Contest Details.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 9, 2024

To learn more about how restaurants can optimize and create craveworthy catering menus, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Michelle Smart, Chief Customer Care Officer at ezCater, for real-world examples and tips. What are simple ways restaurants can optimize their menu to capitalize on catering opportunities?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. Seasonal Favorites and Forecasts. Financial Trends Insights. Vegan and Plant-Based Trends Still Grow. pinot grigio.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. The recently updated menu also includes housemade chips and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. PJ's Hopes to Open 187 Locations Throughout Florida in Next 10 Years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The survey was conducted in January 2024 among 522 US-based Food and Beverage professionals, including owners and managers from single-site establishments and small multi-site chains with fewer than 20 restaurants. Additionally, 65 percent are reporting they are pretty or extremely enthusiastic for the holiday season.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. We think CPK’s creative California vibe and innovative menu will resonate with Albertans and offer something completely new in the market.” CPK Heads North.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 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. During peak seasons, considering outsourcing certain services becomes a practical solution to ensure seamless operations. Read the first part, here. The first gusto!

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2021

We look forward to bringing ‘California Creativity’ and our diverse menu to local guests in this beautiful new restaurant in the Tuen Mun Town Plaza.” " Mr. Potato Spread's menu consists of several potato base options loaded with a variety of meats and cheeses, and potato salads. million in giving.

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Goliath Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

Aside from boosting revenue, catering can boost business during slow performing times, reduce excess food waste, allow for menu changes, and helps to increase employee retention as they gain new skills and varied tasks that challenges and keeps them busy (1). But on average these numbers are much more modest.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

The new brand aims to fill a gap in the restaurant space by focusing on freshly-made breakfast foods and beverages with speed and convenience in mind, directly addressing a growing consumer demand in densely populated city centers. Freshly-squeezed orange juice, Signature Coffee Brews, including Nitro and specialty espresso beverages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. Sushi Maki also offers a variety of other MSC certified sustainable seafood, on a seasonal basis.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Modern Restaurat Management (MRM) magazine is collaborating with the team at MarketScale on The Main Course , a podcast that aims to explore the intense and competitive modern restaurant industry. "We The Main Course. "We always viewed a podcast as a natural extension of the MRM brand," said Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia. "When

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Sante

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Spanning 50,000 square feet and three floors, Time Out Market Chicago will celebrate the very best the city has to offer with its 18 kitchens, three bars, demonstration kitchen, event kitchen, entertainment platform with bleacher seating and an all-season rooftop bar complete with impressive skyline views. Photo credit: Jaclyn Rivas. ?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news on the impact of California's minimum wage, customer satisfaction, AI use in restaurants, popular cocktails and bathroom readiness. Customers are responding favorably to menu changes that offer more variety. percent), Wendy’s (-3.24

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Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 6, 2020

According to Danny Klein, Director of Digital Content at Food News Media and publisher of QSR Magazine, operators are learning and adapting their businesses by investing in direct or self-delivery. This means offering streamlined menu options, contactless delivery, as well as real-time order tracking. in the last year alone.”.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Haggis, a seasoned executive, brings nearly 40 years of experience in the food industry to Taco John’s board. Curry Up Now Secures Investment. ” Greg Haggis.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The Brussels sprouts and sauteed mushrooms pair well with any of the cuts of steak on the menu. Executive Chef, Eric Voigt, manages the menu and daily operations of the Big Rock Chophouse. Voigt’s culinary skills have been highlighted in regional publications like Michigan Blue Magazine, Hour Magazine, and The Detroit Free Press.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Same menu, same location, just a new building – and you see how people really flock back to the brand. GARBANZO has partnered with Tractor Beverage Co. percent to +107.5

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features some surveys surrounding Coronavirus and the restaurant industry, the best locations for chefs, online payment fraud and top trends for QSRs. Better value for customers who won’t pay fees or higher menu prices associated with delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Please send plant-based news to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. " menu that takes inspiration from classic Canadian dishes and local ingredients. " menu includes a Maple Bacon Cheezeburger, Poutine and Split Pea Soup alongside by CHLOE.'s

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