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‘ForkFight’ – Go Behind the Curtain of Dallas’ Fast Casual Food Scene

Modern Restaurant Management

Mark Brezinski has been heralded as "the father of Dallas’ fast casual food scene" He has opened more than 50 restaurants in the DFW area including Pei Wei Asian Diner, Bengal Coast, Velvet Taco and his newest venture Bizzy Burger Merchants. Why did you write this book and why now? I had the easy part!

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Prepare Now for a More Profitable Christmas

Ken Burgin

Finalise the Festive Menus – it may be months away, but customers want menu and price certainty. Review the range of menu styles and pricing – small, medium, large still works for pricing and range. Contact Previous Bookings. At a minimum have click-and-pay invoices to collect booking payments.

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Near, Far, Caviar

EATER

Illustration by Bea Hayward Once a luxury reserved for posh dinners, fish roe has become the snack du jour at restaurants across the country — and it’s blurring the lines between casual and formal dining Caviar has gone on a journey over the past few years. Today, it’s almost the same price.”

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How to Manage Multiple Restaurants and Locations

7 Shifts

Switching from a fast-casual concept to fine dining can allow for a nice change of pace. Better yet, using technology like 7shifts Manager Log Book can make this process even simpler. Manager Log Book. You can't be everywhere at once, and that's why manager log book tools are so important in multi-location restaurant management.

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14 Restaurants with Private Dining Rooms in Milwaukee

Restaurant Clicks

The private dining menu at Bacchus is relatively straightforward, making it ideal for large groups with people of all ages. Food options include filet mignon with potatoes, shrimp cocktails, and mouthwatering desserts such as molten hazelnut cake. Mo’s…A Place for Steaks. Mason Street Grill. Milwaukee ChopHouse. The Chef’s Table.

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How to Write a Restaurant Business Plan [with Sample]

7 Shifts

Speak to what sets you apart from the pack, what food you'll serve, the service style (fast-food, fast casual, fine dining, etc.) But give an idea of some dishes or drinks with projected price points. Manager Log Books. Here is where you'll want to give investors an overview of your business. Mission Statement. Sample Menu.

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How to Increase Wine List Profits and Popularity

Ken Burgin

The popular Aussie BYO is now available in fewer restaurants, and there needs to be a rethink about the wine range and pricing, especially if customers can no longer bring the good bottle they bought for $12 and now have to pay a minimum of $50 from your range. Price to Maximise Revenue – some say the mark-up should be 150%, others say 120%.