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Five Ways to Use POS Data to Forecast Holiday Demand for Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

The holiday season is a huge calendar event in the restaurant industry, with bookings booming as guests look to let their hair down and enjoy a festive feast. Analyze Previous Holiday Sales Data Past sales data is invaluable when it comes to planning the upcoming season.

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26 Proven Ways to Market Your Restaurant Online and Increase Bookings

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A smooth mobile experience keeps people engaged and leads to more online bookings. Claim and optimize your restaurant’s Google Business Profile The Google Business Profile is a simple yet powerful tool restaurant marketing strategy that can significantly drive more foot traffic and increase bookings.

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From Empty Tables to Full House: Expert Advice on Avoiding Restaurant No Shows

Modern Restaurant Management

Beyond the immediate lost revenue from empty reserved tables, these missed bookings disrupt carefully planned kitchen and staffing operations. Businesses can now utilise reservation platforms that seamlessly integrate booking, point-of-sale (POS), and customer management systems.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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Steady Online Ordering Brings Food Waste, Donations to the Forefront of Priorities Ordering food online increases restaurant sales, but it also can potentially increase wasted food if proactive measures aren’t taken – for both the business and consumers at home.

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‘Induction Cooking Improves Food Quality and also the Quality of Life for Chefs and Staff’

Modern Restaurant Management

Sales of induction stoves are on the rise in the U.S., representing 18 percent of sales in 2023. Chatham University and the American Culinary Federation (ACF) are debuting a trio of online courses offering official certification in induction cooking methods. The courses that EcoChef is launching at Chatham University address this need.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

Modern Restaurant Management

Read on for predictions from industry insiders that include chili crunch, black limes, newstaglia, stealth health, and elevated snacking. Culinary and Cocktail Trend Forecasts Kimpton is returning with its annual Culinary + Cocktail Trend Forecast highlighting predictions from its global team of restaurant and beverage talent.

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The Restaurant Operator’s Guide to Restaurant Apps in 2025

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Diners want the convenience of ordering, booking, and engaging with their favorite restaurants straight from their phones. For operators, restaurant apps mean higher sales, greater customer retention, and smoother day-to-day operations. Heres a breakdown of the most common types of restaurant apps and how they support your business.

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