Fri.Jan 03, 2025

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‘A Smaller Footprint Isn’t a Limitation – It’s an Invitation to Get Creative’

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant industry challenges are pushing operators to be more creative and efficient with many opting for more multifunctional spaces – especially in a fast-casual setting. To learn how these layouts can help maxmize efficiency while still providing optimal guest experience, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine received insights from Aleksandra Kaplan, partner at Swan Dive Design Studio.

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NYC restaurants brace for the impact of congestion pricing

Restaurant Business

The city is the first in the nation to charge vehicles, including distribution trucks, every time they pass through a high-traffic zone. Operators fear a climb in food costs and an erosion of guest traffic.

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Quarter Sheet Pans Are the Unsung Heroes of My Kitchen

EATER

Underbaked cookies, begone Pretty much every home cook I know owns at least a few cookie sheets, and thats because theyre one of the most versatile pieces of cooking equipment that you can own. Theyre perfect for cookies, of course, but also ideal for roasting veggies, baking proteins, and the universally beloved sheet-pan dinner. And while the giant cookie sheet typically called a half sheet , in bakers parlance is certainly useful, it doesnt hold a candle to its smaller sibling, the quarter

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Adapting to Dietary Trends: Vegan and Gluten-Free Menus

The Restaurant Group

Introduction Its no secret that dietary trends are shaping the way we eat. Vegan and gluten-free lifestyles have skyrocketed in popularity, and theyre more than just fadstheyre here to stay! People are becoming increasingly mindful of their health, ethical choices, and dietary needs, making it essential for restaurants and food establishments to adapt.

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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.

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Denny's reaches back for better days ahead

Restaurant Business

Franchisees applaud new management's willingness to resurrect past hits and reinforce traditional strengths as keys to the brand's rejuvenation.

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Planning Year-Round Training to Improve Restaurant Operations

The Rail

By Indiana Lee, Contributor The restaurant industry is one of the most fast paced in America, with new trends, dishes, and technologies emerging year-round. This ever-changing nature makes training your staff that much more important, as your success hinges on the performance of your team. Regular staff training ensures your employees are equipped to handle a fast-paced restaurant environment and the challenges that come with it, deliver exceptional service, and adapt to evolving industry trends

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The 15 Essential Restaurants in Fort Worth

EATER

Of course theres barbecue, but also French fare, all-day cafes, and a vegan tasting menu

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Soaring demand for weight-loss drugs could change food spending

Restaurant Business

Study finds GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic could result in cuts to grocery spending and reductions in spending at fast-food restaurants during breakfast and dinner.

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Foodies listen up! Here are the predicted food trends for 2025

The Salt

Trend watchers predict some of the foods and flavors of 2025 will include sour cherry, pistachio and masa, the corn-based dough that's a Central American staple. (Story aired on ATC on Jan. 2, 2025.

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Menu favorites return to Chick-fil-A, White Castle and El Pollo Loco in January

Restaurant Business

Taste tracker: Dunkin shakes up espresso while Dutch Bros spoons up cereal milk; IHOPs Pancake of the Month continues; dragon fruit comes to Del Taco; and more menu news of the week.

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The Funding Recipe for Your Restaurant – A Guide To Growing Your Business

Fuel your restaurant’s success with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Running a restaurant comes with unique financial challenges, from managing seasonal fluctuations to covering unexpected expenses like equipment repairs or ingredient shortages. This guide dives into fast, flexible financing options for restaurant owners. Discover how to bridge cash flow gaps, fund expansions, or navigate slow seasons without compromising service quality.

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2025 Predictions: social media is OUT & food politics are IN

The Salt

Brittany has some predictions for the big trends to watch for in 2025. First, social media is OUT. Not that people will stop using social platforms, but rather, Brittany thinks what they mean to us will continue shifting. Second, politicizing food is IN. Brittany thinks food will increasingly become a marker of political identity. You are what you eat?

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Buzztime Weekly Bar Trivia Challenge – Week 64

Buzztime Business

Are you hungry for more trivia? Is one night of bar trivia per week not enough to satiate your senses? Buzztime has tens of thousands of questions in its database. Pub trivia hosts and players could spend a lifetime with them! However, as the years pass, some of the questions become outdated and obscure. Events that are important one year become irrelevant many years later.

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