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MRM Franchise Feed: Kitchen of the Future, Restaurant Sherpas and Dunkin’ Hirin’

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. ” Taffer's Tavern Inks Multi-Unit Deal. metro area.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

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Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Curry Up Now will be the first restaurant is L2V’s portfolio and the investment will support the rapid growth and expansion of both corporate and franchised locations. "We

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COVID-19 Fuels Growth in Organic Food Options

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Still, it is well-documented that eating clean, nutrient-dense foods without foreign chemicals like preservatives or pesticides has beneficial long-term effects on the mind, body, and overall well-being. To be clear, eating organic will not kill the virus or make you immune.

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From 2019 to 2020: Tech-xtualizing the Three Major Challenges Restaurants Face

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A recent survey of QSR and fast casual customers found that 51 percent of consumers would order from a restaurant more often if delivery was offered, indicating that it’s crucial for operators to jump on the delivery bandwagon or risk losing sales. Compliance Is Key.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-July 2020 Edition

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Pace of recovery for fast casual brands has slowed down considerably, although results continue to be much better than for full-service restaurants. It also documents a dramatic increase in the rate at which new restaurants joined the platform to weather the economic shutdown. ” Brand Intimacy Report.

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How to Manage Your Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage

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This is certainly true for the independent entrepreneur, but even large and resourceful restaurant franchises and groups are not immune to the threat—and in some cases, the reality—of rising labor costs. Fast casual: 28.9%. Casual: 33.2%. Upscale casual: 30.4%. Upscale casual: 30.4%. Pizza: 31.3%.

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Virtual Acceleration, Raising the Bar and Insult Monitor

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The majority of fast-casual and fine dining operators are meeting this challenge head-on by adding new offerings monthly,* driving increased competition with bar-and-grill operators. In fact, 54 percent of diners consider new menu items important to their decision when selecting a restaurant, according to a recent US Foods survey.*

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