Mon.Jul 07, 2025

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Is the takeout revolution over?

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: Starbucks and McDonald’s are struggling while full-service restaurants like Chili’s and Olive Garden are thriving. Consumers may be rediscovering their love of hospitality.

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As coffee prices stay volatile, has sustainability become less of a priority for roasters?

Perfect Daily Grind

The plethora of price hikes over the last few years has forced roasters to allocate more of their financial resources towards areas that need them most. Green coffee prices reached historic highs in February 2025, prompting business owners to explore alternative funding options. Meanwhile, operating costs – from labour to rent to packaging – continue to climb, making cash flow management even more challenging.

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Why Choosing the Right Bookkeeping Service Can Make or Break Your Restaurant

Paper Chase Accountancy

Consider a bustling restaurant, ‘Culinary Delights’, that, despite its popularity, had to shut its doors due to poor financial management. They’d overlooked the importance of a top-notch bookkeeping service, and it cost them their business. A restaurant’s survival isn’t just about cooking delicious food; it’s also about maintaining a healthy bottom line.

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SpotOn Taps Amazon Web Services to Launch AI-Powered Menu Recommendation “Picked for You” Feature to Help Restaurants Boost Online Revenue

SpotOn

San Francisco, CA – July  7, 2025 — SpotOn, a leading restaurant management system, today announced the launch of Picked for You, a new AI-powered feature for its commission-free online ordering system, SpotOn Order. Built with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the tool is designed to increase conversion rates by personalizing the digital menu experience for guests.

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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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How Reflective Listening Can Motivate Teams and Inspire Trust

Modern Restaurant Management

Last week, I was banging my head against the wall trying to figure out the topic for this month’s newsletter. Frustrated, I said, “I’m stuck. Nothing feels right.” He looked at me, nodded, and said: “I hear you’re feeling stuck and nothing feels right.” …Great. Thanks for that groundbreaking insight. All joking aside, I’ve spent the last few months teaching Leading with Empathy workshops for restaurant leaders (including my husband).

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Honeygrow's 'boring' strategy that is working

Restaurant Business

This 60-unit fast casual is expecting to hit 100 all-company-owned restaurants before 2027 with a menu of made-to-order stir fry and salad. But don't call it a bowl concept. Hear why founder and CEO Justin Rosenberg sees this as something different.

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Hot weather specials heat up menus

Restaurant Business

Taste Tracker: Wahlburgers, Taco Bell, White Castle, Rubio’s, Baskin-Robbins, Church’s, &pizza, Fogo de Chao, Togo’s and more headline restaurant menu trends.

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Sweetgreen's summer menu reaffirms its commitment to farmer partnerships

Restaurant Business

The new menu features three seasonal bowls highlighting peaches, tomatoes and bell peppers sourced from growers who share the fast casual’s sustainability mission.

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