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CHEFS – WHAT DOES YOUR MENU REPRESENT?

Culinary Cues

Consider this – the menu is the most important component of a successful restaurant and once designed it can, and should, impact every other aspect of the business. YES – the menu is that important! The menu comes first and should reflect the philosophy of the owners and chef and how the operators expect to be perceived by the public.

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THE MISUNDERSTOOD CHEF

Culinary Cues

It is a close-knit industry of wannabe perfectionists who feel every ounce of pressure that looming failure can present. This is why ownership of the menu is so important to the chef, this is why the exactness of each plate, the consistency of flavor, and the beauty of the presentation are so critical to the chef.

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Boosting Profits One Sip at a Time: The Power of Specialty Beverages

Modern Restaurant Management

Rethinking Beverages The typical drink upsell—soft drinks and coffee or tea—has decreased over the past few years as customers increasingly eat restaurant food at home. Delivery users are less price-sensitive than customers using other sales channels. What’s on the Menu?

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What is a prix fixe menu? An A to Z guide for restaurateurs

Open for Business

While traditionally associated with fine dining, the prix fixe (pronounced “pre-feks”) menu has transcended its high-end roots, becoming a popular culinary trend. When curated with care and promoted effectively, this menu is a powerful tool for any restaurant, capable of making a memorable impression and drawing eager guests through the door.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

The year 2024 promises a journey of adaptation and fierce competition for the restaurant industry as it manages stronger-than-expected economic data and slowing inflation while dealing with the headwinds of short labor supply, more demanding customers and an uncertain political environment. The key lesson both establishments teach?

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Net-Positive Dining at The Green Orchid

Modern Restaurant Management

Designed by Overland Partners and operated by Michaels On East, the eatery's seasonally inspired menu features produce from The Drs. In the restaurant industry, these practices are increasingly important for reducing environmental impact, cutting costs and meeting expectations of our eco-conscious customers.

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Irresistible Instagram Post Ideas to Boost Your Restaurant’s Engagement

Next Restaurants

High-quality food photos and videos are the new currency of cravings, influencing where hungry customers spend their money. Millennials , a major dining force, crave shareable experiences, and Instagram provides the perfect platform to showcase your restaurant’s mouthwatering dishes and vibrant atmosphere.