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For Restaurants Cutting Their Carbon Footprint, Composting Food Scraps Is Just the Beginning

EATER

Rifrullo’s rustic-modern décor, mismatched dishware, and chalkboard sign welcoming guests to “be yourself, make friends, find harmony, and relax,” are as inviting as its prices, which top out at $16 for the salmon burger. For takeout, she uses compostable containers and wooden silverware. It takes a lot of education.

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Should coffee roasters sacrifice margins or increase prices?

Perfect Daily Grind

Prices for green coffee have surged, operational expenses continue to climb, and economic pressures show no sign of easing. At the same time, coffee consumers are growing more price-sensitive. Meanwhile, others are considering passing some of the burden onto consumers through higher coffee shop prices.

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Dinner, With a Side of Climate Preaching

EATER

There are customers who are self-educated and seek out certain restaurants because of their practices, and those for whom sourcing and intention are incidental. And this was on top of general griping about his restaurant’s high prices compared to other Asian restaurants in the San Gabriel Valley, says Yang. We had been at $2.50

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Eco‑Friendly Packaging That Won’t Hurt Your Margins

The Rail

When customers see compostable bowls or recycled napkins in their delivery orders, it signals that you care about more than just profits. Many compostable and recyclable containers have become more affordable as demand increases and technology improves. Compostable sugarcane containers, for example, are excellent for hot meals.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

High menu prices have been an issue in the industry in recent years due to inflation, resulting in a decline in traffic as diners wish to spend less. In 2025, operators can offer elevated foodservice experiences at more affordable prices through emphasizing value in LTOs to drive sales.

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As coffee prices stay volatile, has sustainability become less of a priority for roasters?

Perfect Daily Grind

The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate more of their financial resources towards areas that need them most. Green coffee prices reached historic highs in February 2025, prompting business owners to explore alternative funding options.

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28 Strategies to Cut Costs in the Restaurant Business

Lavu

With rising ingredient prices, labor shortages, and tighter margins, operators must find strategic ways to reduce restaurant costs without compromising quality or customer experience. This includes using pre-portioned ingredients, closely monitoring food preparation, and educating your team on the importance of reducing waste.