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Bytes & Bites: The Future-Ready Fusion of Foodservice and Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

The fusion of technology and food service is transforming the way restaurants operate, enhancing customer experiences, and shaping the future of the industry. From the way we place orders to how they’re prepared, every facet of the food service sector is being touched by technology. It’s not just about speed, efficiency or frugality – it’s a seamless customer journey.

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[New Research] Food Costs Eat Up 35% of Revenue on Average for Multi-Unit Restaurants

Crunchtime

It is well understood that food costs are one of the largest operating expenses for multi-unit restaurants. Running on already thin margins, the rising cost of food has placed additional strain on multi-unit operators worldwide, as it has become increasingly expensive for restaurants to produce the same menu items. Following the pandemic, global food prices rose at an alarming rate - up nearly 40% year-over-year, according to the United Nations' food price index.

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Here's who is building muscle in the healthy fast-casual sector

Restaurant Business

Sweetgreen, Cava and Salad and Go are part of a new generation of chains looking for the Holy Grail of the restaurant industry: Building a national chain of healthy fast-food restaurants. This is how they're doing it.

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Attend Sommeliers Choice Awards Masterclass at 2023 USA Trade Tasting In Chicago

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Join Full Course Navigator: Your Path to Professional Growth in Restaurant Leadership

Full Course Foundation is dedicated to nurturing excellence in restaurant leadership. Our Navigator program offers a wide range of resources tailored for professional growth. From high-quality training to personalized coaching, Navigator equips restaurant leaders with the tools they need to thrive in their careers. Unlock your potential with three months FREE access to Navigator by Full Course!

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Calif. Gov. Newsom signs landmark fast-food wage bill into law

Restaurant Business

The law, a compromise between restaurant and labor groups, will pave the way for a $20 minimum wage for 557,000 fast-food workers in the state on April 1, followed by annual wage hikes.

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Been avoiding Taco Bell because of lack of Vegan Nacho Sauce? Problem solved.

Restaurant Business

The beloved Nacho Fries are back and this time in a new large size that can be ordered with dairy-free nacho sauce for those who want nothing to do with cheese.

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It’s Never Just a Milkshake

EATER

Camerique/Getty Images For decades the milkshake has been Hollywood’s greatest edible metaphor In the new absurdist rom-com Bottoms , two teens get to know each other over perfectly pink strawberry milkshakes at a diner. One is a cheerleader with a quarterback boyfriend who doesn’t seem to care much for her, the other a shy social outcast who longs for her new friend.

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Stake your claim to the low-price market at your own risk

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Subway and Burger King have staked their claims as value leaders in their respective segments. Recent events have highlighted the difficulties of that position.

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Why [me]: Karen's Story

Margin Edge

People work in restaurants for a plethora of reasons: quick cash, not into working in an office, etc., but there are also specific people who work in the industry because they just love people and have a talent for forming connections. One of those people is Karen Nazarro.

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Individual Development Plan Template

There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!

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Chef Paul Fehribach showcases the Midwest's culinary diversity through 100 recipes

Restaurant Business

The chef-owner of Chicago’s Big Jones tells many stories behind an often overlooked cuisine in “Midwestern Food,” a new narrative cookbook.

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Next time you read a food nutrition label, pour one out for Burkey Belser

The Salt

"When design works, it looks like it's always been there," the graphic designer behind the ubiquitous panel on food packaging said.

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Bowls take the spotlight at KFC, Ruby Slipper, Honeygrow and Freebirds

Restaurant Business

Taste Tracker: The Melting Pot celebrates Oktoberfest; Auntie Anne’s sweetens pretzel nuggets; IHOP goes all in on waffles; and Zaxby’s does a chicken Philly.

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2022 Oceano Zero Pinot Noir Spanish Springs Vineyard San Luis Obispo Coast

Planet Grape

The post 2022 Oceano Zero Pinot Noir Spanish Springs Vineyard San Luis Obispo Coast appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Demand for chicken takes Huey Magoo's to new heights

Restaurant Business

Longtime chicken executive Andy Howard saw something in the tiny Florida chain more than five years ago. It is now one of the fastest growing concepts in the country.

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2019 Smith Madrone Chardonnay Spring Mountain District Napa Valley

Planet Grape

The post 2019 Smith Madrone Chardonnay Spring Mountain District Napa Valley appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Marco's Pizza to start testing autonomous vehicle delivery

Restaurant Business

The pizza chain has signed a memorandum of understanding with mobile tech company Magna to test last-mile delivery in locations in North America.

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2020 Wynn’s Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra

Planet Grape

The post 2020 Wynn’s Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Las Vegas F&B workers vote to strike

Restaurant Business

Members of the Culinary and Bartenders Unions gave their leaders a green light for a walkout if negotiations continue to stagnate.

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Bache Gabrielsen Very Old Pineau des Charentes

Planet Grape

The post Bache Gabrielsen Very Old Pineau des Charentes appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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NYC's $18 wage for third-party delivery workers allowed to stand

Restaurant Business

A judge on Thursday blocked efforts by DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub to stop the law, which amounts to a roughly 150% raise.

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Castello Del Poggio Pomegranate Royale Italy

Planet Grape

The post Castello Del Poggio Pomegranate Royale Italy appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Planning Your Restaurant's 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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Pinstripes names pair of execs as it rolls toward SPAC deal

Restaurant Business

CFO Tony Querciagrossa and CMO Shannon Keller will help steer the bowling-and-food chain through its merger with Banyan Acquisition Corp.

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Castello Del Poggio Prosecco Extra Dry Italy

Planet Grape

The post Castello Del Poggio Prosecco Extra Dry Italy appeared first on planet grape® wine review.

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Coffee chains brew up promotions for National Coffee Day

Restaurant Business

Marketing Bites: Dairy Queen drops new merch, the Spongmonkeys debut their first single and a variety of food-centric holidays are around the corner.

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