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5 Ways AI Reduces Food Waste in Restaurants by 30%

The Rail

To battle this issue, AI systems forecast customer demand by analyzing historical sales data and seasonal trends. Enhancing Menu Engineering Some menu items contribute disproportionately to food waste due to low popularity or inefficient ingredient use. The time to act is nowbecause every scrap saved makes a difference.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

From salted egg yolks and chili crunch fusions to mushroom-infused teas and freeze-dried fruit powder garnishes, Kimpton’s in-house experts share the standout ingredients, menu items and techniques that will come to the table in 2025.

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How To Reduce Food Waste in Restaurants

The Restaurant Group

Menu Optimization for Waste Reduction A thoughtful menu design can minimize waste while offering dishes that excite customers. Designing a Waste-Conscious Menu Feature Versatile Ingredients : Use items that work across multiple dishes. Plan Around Availability : Design your menu with readily available ingredients.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

Brands find themselves at a pivotal juncture, where they have the opportunity to both captivate customers and secure their loyalty through a thoughtful blend of innovation and tradition. Finding the balance between innovation and tradition is the secret recipe for enduring success in the evolving dining industry.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2019 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 72 percent of people want a restaurant gift card this holiday season. Given that the 2019 holiday season is shorter than last year, brands will need strong gift card promotions throughout December to optimize their overall sales. Go with a Restaurant Gift Card.

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MRM Plant-Based: New Look for Veggie Grill and Plant-Based Pizza Toppings

Modern Restaurant Management

to add Meatless Farm’s plant-based products to its menu. Beginning today, guests can order from the restaurant’s ‘Meatless Monday’ menu, which consists of Pomodoro’s signature italian dishes, reimagined with 100-percent plant-based ground in place of traditional meat. It’s just a delicious meatball.”

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

Modern Restaurant Management

Ingredients are clean and sourced from local vendors whenever possible, and the menu is designed to support vegan, gluten-free, and Halal diets in an effort to accommodate all guests, no matter their dietary preferences. Taco Bell committed to making all consumer-facing packaging recyclable, compostable or reusable by 2025 worldwide.