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It’s All in the Glass: Selecting the Right Glassware to Complement Your Restaurant’s Vibe

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Just as a chef elevates a signature dish with bold, unique flavors that please the senses, the right glassware can enhance the presentation of drinks and food, creating a visually engaging experience for customers. High-end wine glasses that enhance the drinking experience are filling a market gap left post-COVID.

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Merch with a Mission: Creating Brand Ambassadors

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"Merchandise is more than just a revenue stream — it’s a way to deepen the connection with your customers and expand your brand’s reach." Sport & Leisure is more than a bar; it’s a culture that people want to be part of, even when they’re not at the venue. Please give some examples.

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MRM Research Roundup: Super Bowl LIX Edition

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But while wings still dominate as the top football snack, new data suggests that more fans are choosing to watch the game at home rather than head to their local sports bar. “Customers still associate the experience with your brand. . “Customers still associate the experience with your brand.

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The Ultimate Guide to Local Restaurant Marketing 2025

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Whether through supporting local charities or participating in food drives, local restaurants can become go-to places for customers who want to support their community. It helps allocate resources directly to those who are most likely to become loyal, repeat customers.

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MRM Research Roundup: Midyear Report Card, Cowboy Carter Boost, and the Evolving Pumpkin Craze

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Operators are also preparing to boost employee training to drive both retention and the overall guest experience, with 30 percent of survey participants reporting they already increased pay. Finally, improvements in staff training, which directly leads to improved guest experiences, will be critical this year. percent and 3.1

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The Ultimate Guide To Restaurant Marketing: Strategies for Restaurant Operators In 2025

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By the time you finish this article, youll know how to approach restaurant marketing the right way and not waste time doing guesswork, crossing your fingers, and then hoping you see new customers walking through the door. Customers have more choices, higher expectations, and countless ways to discover (or overlook) your restaurant.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part Three

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It is atop the list for restaurants looking to modernize, differentiate, and elevate experiences. The question now becomes – how to make sense of that data and use it to elevate the dining experience. consumers now use digital wallets as they seek a convenient, contactless payment experience. Data, Data, Data.