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Murky Forecast for Restaurants?

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators are “braced for potential challenges” this year, according to the latest National Restaurant Association Business Conditions survey Currently, 50 percent of operators across the U.S. expect to be less profitable in 2023. Rising food, labor and energy/utility costs pose significant challenges heading into 2023. The majority of small and midsize U.S. business leaders anticipate a recession in 2023, according to JPMorgan Chase’s 2023 annual Business Leaders Ou

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“Family, History & Heritage” - Domaine des Graves d’Ardonneau

The Wine Knitter

This past September, I toured the Côtes de Bordeaux region in France and had the opportunity to meet with many estate owners throughout its five appellations. Not only were the wines a treat for my palate, but the down-to-earth enthusiasm and passion for the land and all things wine were a constant presence and a joy to experience. Photo credit: Penny Weiss My last day of this magical tour was with the Rey family, owners of Domaine des Graves d’Ardonneau.

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Where to Eat in 2023

EATER

We’re taking our time while traveling this year. After a fitful 2022, when a wave of pent-up wanderlust crashed over hot destinations, overwhelming hotels and airlines, 2023 seems like a chance to give up revenge travel and reset. That means leisurely strolling through neighborhoods with no set plan, putting aside time to unwind in nature, and following surprising new passions, to-do list be damned.

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The famed Noma to close its Copenhagen restaurant and transform into food innovation lab

Restaurant Business

The changes will not come until 2025, but are designed to create a more sustainable workplace, says chef René Redzepi.

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Planning Your Restaurants Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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The Many Lives of Banana Ketchup

EATER

UFC is one of the many brands of banana ketchup readily available in the U.S. The condiment is a Filipino food icon and a platform for chefs to reimagine the cuisine of the Philippines “Banana ketchup was always there,” says Paolo Campbell. The chef grew up eating it with chicken and as the basis of sweet Filipino spaghetti sauce, and today he serves the condiment at the Chicken Supply, his Filipino fried chicken counter in Seattle.

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The 38 Essential Restaurants in T?maki Makaurau

EATER

Pici. Try gochujang octopus carpaccio at an island vineyard, smoked Japanese quail with a skyscraper view, and cacio e pepe in a former red light district Tāmaki Makaurau (the Māori name now used interchangeably with Auckland) is a relatively small city by global standards, with 1.6 million people. But the metropolis — spread along a spit of land on the North Island of Aotearoa (New Zealand) and encompassing several nearby islands — is the largest city in the nation, and it’s a diverse hub for c

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Maple & Ash parent What If Syndicate reaches settlement

Restaurant Business

After months of legal battles, partners agree to separate the Chicago-based group’s concepts.

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The Dozen – Different Is Different

Sante

Not all wines seek perfection. Some are happy just to be interesting.

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Potbelly to expand digital makeline initiative

Restaurant Business

CEO Bob Wright is not quite ready to say "national rollout," but the test has improved order accuracy, speed and food quality while cutting labor costs.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Santé Tasting Room – Cultivated Caviar

Sante

Cultivated Caviar Will Provide a More Sustainable (and Affordable) Way to Indulge.

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The 38 Essential Manila Restaurants

EATER

Mang Leo’s Turon. | Toni Potenciano. Catch a merienda drag show, haggle for crabs at a wet market, and taste haute Filipino cuisine in Manila The home of banana ketchup , Eater’s favorite fried chicken , and arguably the world’s longest Christmas season (it unofficially starts in September), Manila is a huge metropolis made up of many individual cities and the homes of more than 13 million people.

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Here’s why Krispy Kreme is selling doughnuts at McDonald’s

Restaurant Business

The doughnut chain is testing the sale of its products inside the burger giant’s Louisville, Ky., locations. The company’s goal is to see if it can sell in more locations than just retailers.

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You Were Never Going to Go to Noma Anyway

EATER

A yellow ramekin of sea snails on a gray plate. | Jason Loucas/Noma. I can’t bring myself to mourn Noma’s upcoming closure, because nothing is being taken from me Like many whose Google News “For You” feeds are skewed toward restaurant reviews and the latest TikTok recipe trends, I woke up to the news that Noma is closing next year (to focus on e-commerce and the occasional pop-up).

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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First Watch sees no reason to follow the pack

Restaurant Business

The daytime dining brand has held the line on pricing and refused to trim its hours or menu. The focus will be on raising the profits of new units.

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The 31 Essential Kolkata Restaurants

EATER

Outside Girish Chandra Dey & Nakur Chandra Nandy. | Priyadarshini Chatterjee. Deviled crabs at a midcentury cabaret, phuchka from a decades-old street vendor, and more of the best things to eat in Kolkata Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is a relatively young city, an amalgamation of villages (including one named Kalikata) formed after the English landed on the swampy shores of the Ganges in Bengal in the late 17th century.

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Red Robin to invest in new grills as part of turnaround effort

Restaurant Business

The flat-top grills are expected to improve the chain’s burgers. They’re part of a five-point “north star” developed by new CEO G.J. Hart.

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The 16 Essential Sardinia Restaurants

EATER

Aperitivo hour in an olive grove. | Katie Parla. Aperitivi in an olive grove, pit-roasted suckling pig on a farm, bottarga at a beachside table, and more great things to eat in Sardinia Sardinia has long attracted beach-obsessed Italians, who stick mainly to the emerald waters of the highly developed northern coast. But given the magnified tourist scene on the mainland and Sicily, Sardinia (aka Sardegna) is also appealing to more adventurous travelers looking for some breathing room.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Feds charge McDonald’s and its former CEO over his 2019 termination

Restaurant Business

The SEC said Steve Easterbrook made false statements regarding the nature of his firing and charged McDonald’s over public disclosure violations. Easterbrook was fined $400,000. The burger giant escaped financial penalties due to its cooperation.

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Big Meat Just Can’t Quit Antibiotics

EATER

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Texas Roadhouse names Gina Tobin president

Restaurant Business

Tobin assumes the post from Jerry Morgan, who remains CEO. The company said the move will enable Morgan to spend more time in the field.

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The Height of Senegalese Hospitality Is Found at the Grill

EATER

Meat on the grill at Dibiterie Le Mboté. | Najma Orango. In Dakar, dibi refers to a range of barbecuing methods from across West Africa, all tied together by teranga, the warm, smoky welcome you’ll receive at the door of a dibiterie There’s a tradition when you eat in Senegal: If someone sits down next to you, you invite them to come share. It’s good manners, a form of teranga, or “hospitality,” in the native tongue, Wolof.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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Taste Tracker: Starbucks, Popeyes and Habit Burger Grill double up on flavor

Restaurant Business

IHOP turns fruity; Pokeworks gets toasty; Donatos goes smoky; Red Lobster pairs up; and a bunch of new menu items rush out of the pipeline this week.

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Famed Danish restaurant Noma will close by 2024 to make way for a test kitchen

The Salt

Chef Rene Redzepi's house of Nordic gastronomy will close by the winter of 2024 and re-emerge as Noma 3.0, the Copenhagen eatery said on its webpage.

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Automation is an attractive but risky business, so plan accordingly

Restaurant Business

Technomic's Take: Artificial intelligence and automation have been all the rage since the pandemic. But the technology still carries risks.

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How can you reduce emissions during coffee roasting?

Perfect Daily Grind

In recent years, it’s become increasingly important for roasters to focus on sustainability – in terms of sourcing traceable and ethical coffee, as well as their environmental impact. Although the coffee industry’s sustainability efforts tend to focus more on production and coffee shops, it’s also important that we consider other aspects of the supply chain, including roasting.

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2024 Restaurant Spending Trends to Stay Ahead of the Curve

How do you stay on top of what your customers are expecting when they step through your doors? Do you know what’s on their mind? How are you going to account for what they’re planning on doing months from now? As we head into 2024, price-related issues are still top-of-mind for restaurant customers after the inflation boom earlier this year. In this new report, we give you the latest insights on consumer spending trends, attitudes on tipping, and how you can respond.