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Lessons from the Pandemic: What Restaurants Need to Know Now

Modern Restaurant Management

Five years have passed since the pandemic upended the restaurant industry, and its effects continue to shape consumer behavior. Are people dining out more or less? What’s driving their choices? How can restaurants stay ahead? Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) explored these questions in its latest consumer report, Adapting to Change: How Restaurant Trends Have Evolved.

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KITCHEN LIFE & CAREER

Culinary Cues

So much to learn, so little time. Where do you begin, whats the best way to learn? What should you do, where should you turn? If you are serious about a kitchen career and have the focus to map out the best path, then listen up. Every cook, at least every serious cook, seems to want to work in one of those exceptional fine dining or cutting-edge experimental operations that are depicted in shows like Chefs Table or The Bear.

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Functional Beverages Gaining Popularity in Restaurants

Restaurant Business

Todays consumers are very knowledgeable about ingredients, and theyre looking to beverages to conveniently manage their health. Spins sales data found that 39% of beverage sales are dedicated to products that promote health and wellness. We see a surge in the functional beverage space thats blurring the boundaries for all beverage formats creating opportunities for innovation.

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Creating a Workplace Where Gen Z Wants to Work

Society Insurance

Believe it or not , in 2023, Gen-Z employees began outnumbering Boomers in the workplace. As Gen Z now makes up 18 percent of the workforce, its becoming more important than ever to create a workplace that attracts this growing employable demographic. A comprehensive report Understanding Generation Z in the workplace by Deloitte found that Gen Z cares less about salary than every other generation.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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The story behind Urban Bird Hot Chicken's acquisition of Bun Slut

Restaurant Business

Former Wingstop franchisees Brandon and Chantal Gawthorp are starting to build a portfolio, but this time as the franchisor.

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The Best Food Processors, According to Chefs Who Use Them Every Single Day

EATER

We asked four chefs to share their best food processors for slicing, dicing, and beyond, and for tips on how these workhorse appliances can make cooking way easier When it comes to kitchen essentials, the chefs knife gets all the glory; its romantic, precise, even a little dangerous. But if theres one tool that quietly does the heavy lifting in many professional kitchens, its the food processor.

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Your Dinner Table Deserves a Big, Gorgeous Lazy Susan

EATER

Getty Images / Elizabeth Beard Theyre chic, versatile, and anything but lazy a turntable can be a serious home-dining upgrade A friend recently started making a lazy Susan a mainstay on their dining room table, and I was struck by how smart the idea was; not only did their checkerboard lazy Susan look cool on the table with a beeswax pillar candle and some sleek salt and pepper shakers , but when it came time to eat, a flight of chutneys and sauces was just as easily assembled on its surface an

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Potbelly offers incentives to get franchisees to open units faster

Restaurant Business

The Chicago-based fast-casual sandwich shop is also planning to open more company units, now that the franchise ball is rolling.

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Why Don't Restaurants Take Reservations? Key Reasons Explained

The Eat Restaurant

The main reasons include high no-show rates, unpredictable dining times, and higher operational costs. In this article, we will explore why restaurants dont take reservations and how these factors affect a restaurants choice to go with a walk-in-only policy.

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The Rutter's convenience-store chain is adding sports bars

Restaurant Business

The lounges will feature 20 big-screen TVs, live sports tickers, video gaming and adult beverages.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Nominate the Next Generation of Top Bartenders

EATER

Best New Bartenders of 2025 is looking for nominations. Apply or nominate someone making a difference in the industry and creative cocktails.

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James Walker is named CEO of Lunchbox

Restaurant Business

The longtime industry executive is taking over for founder Nabeel Alamgir, who will become executive chairman. The online ordering company is also getting an investment from Shift4 Payments.

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275. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 275 – Navigating the Future of Restaurant Technology: Insights from the Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast

Restaurant Technology Guys

In a recent episode of the Restaurant Technology Guys podcast, Jeremy Julian sat down with Joe Gaskowski, senior editor at Restaurant Business, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of restaurant technology.

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A Big Boy turf war heats up in Ohio

Restaurant Business

The burger chain's Michigan branch allegedly planned to move into closed Frischs Big Boy locations, defying the brands strict territorial boundaries. A court has temporarily blocked it from using the Big Boy name.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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February 2025 National Restaurant Sales Metrics

Margin Edge

MarginEdge | We took data from thousands of restaurants across the country and compiled a report to show sales trends for the month of February 2025.

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Can restaurant robots work? It's complicated

Restaurant Business

Tech Check: The end of Kernel shows why kitchen automation is hard. But Sweetgreen is proving it can be done.

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Science of Service Episode 1: Bringing home the bacon with Bill-E Stitt

Margin Edge

Learn how chef Bill-E Stitt blended his successful restaurant with retail success! Listen to the Science of Service podcast to hear his story and lessons learned.

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Winners and losers from a strange quarter

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Chilis, Dutch Bros and Taco Bell were among the big restaurant chain winners, while KFC and Del Taco were among the losers in a very mixed period.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Customers skeptical as Rhode Island family sells famous wiener business

The Salt

Rhode Island lays claim to a hot dog they say is one-of-a-kind in the U.S. Four generations have been serving them up with secret sauce in Providence since 1946. Now, they're selling the business.

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Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux broadens menu while staying true to its Cajun roots

Restaurant Business

The Louisiana-born sports bar refreshed its food and drink lineup and the look of its menu, playing up its scratch kitchen and elevated beverage selection.

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Launching soon: Science of Service

Margin Edge

Discover the Science of Service podcast by MarginEdge! Explore the art & science behind delivering exceptional hospitality. Listen to the trailer now!

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The 20 Best Cookbooks of Spring 2025

EATER

Andrea DAquino New books from Molly Yeh, Hailee Catalano, Meera Sodha, Calvin Eng, and more will whet your appetite for a new season I dont know about you, but the first two months of 2025 have felt like two years. We live in uncertain and, ahem, interesting times, and as such, small but dependable pleasures have started to assume the role of a life raft.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.