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A Steakhouse Divided

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“The phrase ‘time capsule’ is a wonderful way to describe the interior of Hy’s,” says Bob Panter, the restaurant’s longest-running employee, who started in 1977 as a busser and now works as a guest relations manager. Shelves of antique books accent various corner booth seatings.”

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Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part Two

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Innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive. Also, innovative and inviting outdoor seating is going to be crucial in order for restaurants to survive. They're going out to eat more often than the older generations, especially right now, and they expect more across the board.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Opportunity is Barking and the Spirit of BBQ

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“Florida is an ideal market for us because there is an unmatched synergy between the sunshine state and our hometown of New Orleans, especially when it comes to tourism,” said David Mesa, Chief Development Officer for PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans. Spreading the Spirit of BBQ. This year for Giving Tuesday (Dec.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-December 2020 Edition

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Service-related mentions became more positive by 6.0 And when asked to elaborate on their mindset at restaurants and whether they preferred indoor or outdoor seating, here’s what respondents shared: Consumers Will Support Local. percentage points compared to the same month in 2019. percentage points year over year.

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Tyga Bites and Sushi with an Attitude

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Ervin Cohen & Jessup launched a Food, Beverage and Hospitality practice to more efficiently advise industry-related clients to recover from the devastating financial and logistical impacts of the coronavirus pandemic and beyond. Delightree app can also streamline employee onboarding. ” Onosys and ItsaCheckmate Partner.

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MRM Research Roundup: Coronavirus Stats and More

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percent from unusually high numbers a year ago related to U.S. Technology adds extra spice in recruiting and retaining employees – A restaurant’s staff plays a huge role in customer experience. Often times, a happy employee equates to happy guests. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 1.82 That was up 5.7

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MRM People & Places: Game On at Walk-On’s and Gingerbread Houses for Humanity

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SOBEWFF®, which benefits the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU), has raised more than $30 million for the School to date. The small eat-in eatery has 19 seats and take-out and delivery are available. The ingredients are self-selected and imported directly from France.