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How restaurants are winning over Gen Z wine drinkers with tastings, tap systems and tech-free storytelling

Restaurant Business

Younger guests are not drinking as much wine as their parents, but some operators are uncorking clever strategies to capture their interest and dollars.

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Father, Son, Franchisees: Building a Business and Bonds Across Generations

Modern Restaurant Management

Franchising has always been about more than profit. For me, it’s about people — and more specifically, my family. My father was one of the original Subway franchisees in our region over 20 years ago. We built the business side by side, and that experience has shaped how I think about entrepreneurship, relationships and leadership to this day.

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McDonald's settles discrimination lawsuit with media mogul Byron Allen, maintains advertising relationship

Restaurant Business

Fast-food restaurant giant McDonald's resolved a four-year legal battle with The Weather Channel owner Byron Allen over advertising practices and agreed to continue ad purchases. Key insights for restaurant operators on navigating media partnerships and discrimination claims.

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Be the Change: How Snooze Prioritizes Sustainability

Modern Restaurant Management

Have you ever wondered how a restaurant chain can truly integrate sustainability into its daily operations? At Snooze, an A.M. Eatery, across all 70 locations, every employee undergoes Sustainability 101 training, and a designated "Change Maker" ensures that environmental and community initiatives, from volunteering to fundraising, are actively pursued, creating a more personalized and impactful approach to corporate responsibility that resonates with staff and the community.

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AI in HR: 20+ Prompts to Use Now

AI is reshaping the business landscape, including HR. This guide is designed to help you understand and implement AI effectively for tangible benefits and a more strategic approach. Learn how to: Automate routine tasks Boost data insights Enhance employee experiences Drive HR’s strategic value Download the guide today!

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Week in Review: Din Tai Fung’s jaw-dropping AUVs, Krispy Kreme exits Insomnia, Starbucks operations

Restaurant Business

Continue to Site >>> Menu Week in Review: Din Tai Fung’s jaw-dropping AUVs, Krispy Kreme exits Insomnia, Starbucks operations Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitchen Evo

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Coffee News Recap, 13 Jun: Gesha scores 98 points at 2025 BoP, potential IPO for Pret A Manger & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Every Friday, Perfect Daily Grind rounds up the top coffee industry news from the week. Editor’s note Best of Panama (BoP) is always guaranteed to grab headlines, but this year’s competition was especially newsworthy. Hacienda La Esmeralda won all three main categories, a first for the competition, and achieved record-breaking scores of 97 and 98 points for its natural and washed Geshas, respectively.

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RLC Talks – The Restaurant Reinvention: Ensuring Connectivity and Mastering Customer Retention.

Restaurant Technology Guys

Introduction In an era where the online experience is integral to business operations, Hamed Mazrouei, founder of Vivant and Milagro, shines a light on the importance of staying connected and retaining customers in the restaurant industry.

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Taco John's, Bobby's Burgers and more executive movement

Restaurant Business

Continue to Site >>> Menu Taco John's, Bobby's Burgers and more executive movement Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitchen Evolving Kitchens The impact of the

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How to Open a Corporate Cafeteria in 2025: Step-by-Step Setup & Profit Guide

Lavu

Opening an in-house dining space isn’t just a perk—it’s a strategic move for businesses looking to boost employee satisfaction and streamline operations. If you’re wondering how to open a corporate cafeteria, this guide will walk you through every critical step. From planning the layout to managing food services and ensuring compliance, we’ll cover what it takes to launch a profitable, well-run cafeteria in 2025.

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Starbucks, and a lot of other brands, leaned too far into takeout

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Some brands went too far in their bid to cater to takeout customers. Consumers still want great in-store experiences, even if they don’t always use them.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Why Restaurants Are Going Cashless: 7 Key Benefits for 2025

Lavu

The way customers pay is evolving, and restaurants are adapting quickly. If you’re wondering why restaurants are going cashless, the answer lies in speed, security, and customer preference. Cashless systems streamline operations, reduce theft risk, and align with the growing demand for contactless experiences. In 2025, staying competitive means embracing digital payment trends.

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The True Cost of Outdated POS Systems in the Hospitality Industry

Squirrel Systems

In the competitive world of hospitality, your point-of-sale (POS) system is more than a cash register—it’s the heartbeat of your operation. But if you’re still running a legacy POS, you may be paying more than you think. From system downtime and integration gaps to limited reporting and higher labor costs , outdated POS systems quietly drain profits and frustrate both staff and guests.

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How to Respond to Negative Reviews on Yelp: Tips & Example Templates

SpotOn

Review sites are a double-edged sword for most restaurants and small businesses. Yelp, in particular, is well known as the go-to place for disgruntled customers to complain about local businesses. But with 2.5M average daily visitors to Yelp — and 90% of those visitors searching for a product or service rather than a specific business — Yelp reviews play a huge role in new customers finding your business.

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Denny's-owned Keke's Breakfast Cafe begins national expansion push

Restaurant Business

Three years after it was acquired by Denny’s, the 74-unit family-dining chain is ramping up new openings with plans to grow its footprint by 25% to 30% annually.

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HR in 2026: Insights & Best Practices

Get Paycor’s guide, based on a survey of 3,000+ professionals, and learn why successful companies are: Almost 80% more likely to identify top talent through formal systems 40% more likely to protect managers’ time spent on coaching 83% more likely to plan to upskill their teams and more!

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The Board: June 2025

Margin Edge

This month we look at: Brussels sprout prices, what factors to consider with sales forecasting, the potential impact of no taxes on tips, inflation and national restaurant sales trends from May.

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From BBQ to beverages, menus are seeing a lot of action

Restaurant Business

Taste Tracker: Einstein Bros., Logan's, Jimmy John’s, Zaxby’s, Jinya, Bobby’s Burgers, Smokey Bones, Ziggi’s and Peet’s headline restaurant menu trends this week.

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13 Proven Rules to Train Exceptional Bartenders & Boost Your Bar’s Success

Lavu

Running a successful bar isn’t just about great drinks—it’s about the people who serve them. To create a standout guest experience, you need a team that’s fast, skilled, and consistently professional. That’s why it’s essential to train exceptional bartenders who can handle pressure, engage customers, and represent your brand with confidence. Whether you’re launching a new bar or improving an existing one, this guide shares 13 proven rules to help you build a bartending team that drives rep

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A look at Din Tai Fung's eye-popping average unit volumes

Restaurant Business

The Week in Restaurants: On this week’s restaurant news discussion podcast, we talk about Starbucks’ ongoing turnaround plans, a new format for Fuzzy’s, and the unbelievable AUVs at Din Tai Fung.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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These catchy old songs aren't as think as you drunk they are

The Salt

Drinking In Here , a new collection of traditional drinking songs from the Lomax Archive.'/> People are drinking less these days, but drinking songs never go out of style. The Lomax Archive is dropping a new album of traditional songs this week.

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Buzztime Weekly Bar Trivia Challenge – Week 88

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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