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MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

Some customers have the gift of foresight, using DoubleDash to add on recovery (or hair of the dog) essentials from nearby stores. And while our business has evolved over the past decade, so have our customers. The top items paired with ibuprofen included Cheesesteaks, Cognac, Nacho Fries, Bacon Egg and Cheese, and Cold Brew!

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Top Cocktail and Wine Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

In addition, bartenders are mixing sparkling wine of all styles and prices into their cocktails to add effervescence, crispness or sweetness to the experience. Meaningful Menu Innovations : Restaurants and bars are evolving their menus beyond being a functional tool to improve the consumer experience.

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Delivering Experience: Why Community Involvement Is Key for Restaurants Amid COVID-19

Modern Restaurant Management

As restaurant operators, you are a part of the community, providing an experience and opportunity for people to come together, celebrate events or both. Your community relies on you to provide a comforting, familiar experience, deliver food for those who may not have access, and feed the essential groups of people who are still working.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-July 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features the latest news on restaurant recovery, delivery trends, top ice cream toppings and the ideal "delivery doughnut." The key to the industry's recovery will be the strength of each daypart. " Top Recovery Trends. " Remarkable Resiliency. foodservice industry.

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MRM Research Roundup: 2022 Restaurant Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features evolving guest relationships, views on restauarant tech, employee desires and wedding trends. There was a subsequent recovery of +10 percent in the week to January 1 vs December 25. The Pandemic Has Permanently Altered the Consumer-Restaurant Relationships.

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Liquor Licensing 101 for Restaurants in Recovery

Modern Restaurant Management

There are serious penalties for serving underage customers, including losing your liquor license and even jail time. Many restaurants now incorporate electronic ID checking machines or set point of sale reminders to specify the birthdate a guest must be born on or after to be served alcohol. ID, Please? Market … Responsibly.

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Mastering Multi-Channel Sales: A Comprehensive Guide for QSR Operators

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Counter Sales: The pandemic’s aftermath and the 2022 comeback The pandemic’s impact on counter sales in 2020 and 2021 was undeniable, with many dining rooms closed and health concerns influencing consumer behavior. However, 2022 saw a resurgence in counter sales, reaching 14.44%, a 51.9%