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Why Restaurants Are Switching to Intelligent Packaging

Modern Restaurant Management

Research has shown that 72% of Americans say that packaging design affects their buying decisions. Majority of people believe that compostable packaging can be thrown away with the rest trash and it will decompose on its own. Intelligent packaging provides added appeal to the traditional packaging, making it presentable and appetizing.

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Reducing Restaurant Food Waste

Modern Restaurant Management

Donation, composting, and organic recycling are all available options to restaurant operators attempting to reduce the amount of food scraps entering their solid waste bins. Composting. The Green Restaurant Association claims that close to 95 percent of restaurants’ waste streams could be recycled or composted.

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Beyond the Plate: Evolution and Exploration in the 2024 Restaurant Scene

Modern Restaurant Management

For example, Chick-fil-A is debuting advanced store designs to engage new audiences, introducing two new architectural concepts. Brands can switch to plant-based, compostable containers and cutlery made from renewable materials. Promoting ethically-raised meats and sustainable seafood also demonstrates responsible practices.

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Food Truck Design 101: How To Design A Food Truck

The Restaurant Times

You can invest in an expensive vehicle or technology , but creating an appealing food truck design is one of the key elements of success for the food truck business. This article will walk you through everything you need to know to design a food truck. In fact, the local regulations may sometimes affect your design choices.

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As Consumers Prioritize Sustainability, Forward-Thinking Operators Accommodate

Restaurant Business

However, there’s a new solution—the GC120 from Continental Cup which is curbside recyclable or commercially compostable in 120 days. Continental Cup also offers a BioPBS cold cup, made with plant-based polymers, that is commercially compostable in 180 days. GC120 cups help operators meet sustainability goals at a reasonable price.

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The Tech Revolution Reshaping the Restaurant Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

Whether it's the utilization of AI-driven analytics to elevate menu design or the precision of robotics transforming kitchen operations, a new era in dining is taking shape. This requires a modular design approach, from adaptable kitchens to multifunctional dining spaces. Advanced POS systems go beyond mere transaction processing.

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How can coffee shops reduce single-use cup waste? 

Perfect Daily Grind

As more and more countries implement bans on single-use cups and plastics , we’ve seen the number of biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable alternatives increase. Furthermore, while biodegradable and compostable single-use cups are designed to break down faster, this largely depends on how they are disposed of.

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