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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

What Can Be Done : Educate the customer about the impact that different oils make not only on their ability to operate but also on their sustainability goals within the kitchen. What Can Be Done : Ther are long-term cost savings associated with sustainable practices, including oil filtration and recycling services.

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CHEFS – SIMPLE AT A DIFFERENT LEVEL

Culinary Cues

Wine lists that resemble an encyclopedia of the wine making craft are just the price of admission. The price they pay is a lack of balance in their lives, relentless stress, and always concerns about when their star will lose its shine. Its an incredibly difficult life, one that only a few have been able to master.

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Increasing Regulatory Pressures on the Food Service Industry I expect more states and municipalities to implement stronger organics recycling laws in 2025, mandating food waste diversion for commercial food service operators. Thus, finding the right balance between maintaining high quality and keeping prices reasonable is crucial.

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For Restaurants Cutting Their Carbon Footprint, Composting Food Scraps Is Just the Beginning

EATER

Rifrullo’s rustic-modern décor, mismatched dishware, and chalkboard sign welcoming guests to “be yourself, make friends, find harmony, and relax,” are as inviting as its prices, which top out at $16 for the salmon burger. It takes a lot of education. Containers cost more upfront, but businesses start to save fairly quickly.

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Eco‑Friendly Packaging That Won’t Hurt Your Margins

The Rail

When customers see compostable bowls or recycled napkins in their delivery orders, it signals that you care about more than just profits. Many compostable and recyclable containers have become more affordable as demand increases and technology improves. Recycled paperboard works well for dry goods and baked items.

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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.

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28 Strategies to Cut Costs in the Restaurant Business

Lavu

With rising ingredient prices, labor shortages, and tighter margins, operators must find strategic ways to reduce restaurant costs without compromising quality or customer experience. This includes using pre-portioned ingredients, closely monitoring food preparation, and educating your team on the importance of reducing waste.