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Time Traveling Through History’s Weirdest Entertaining Advice

EATER

The middle class was growing, in the United States and beyond, and its members were impatient to show off their homes and (their wives’) cooking and entertaining skills. Here, written between 1880 and 1987, is a sampling of some of history’s most unhinged entertaining advice. Out, out, OUT!’

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Unlocking More Reservations with Budget-Friendly Email Marketing

The Rail

By Eric Tress, Contributor If you are looking for an excellent tool to increase your restaurant’s reservations, email marketing is an effective advertising tool you should consider. Restaurant Email Marketing Explained Restaurant email marketing is a powerful tool to connect with guests and drive reservations.

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CHARGING FOR BREAD -SERIOUSLY?

Culinary Cues

Or maybe, as is being done in NFL football stadiums now, restaurants should simply charge a lease fee for the right to make a reservation. Charge what you need to charge but at the same time invest in building great experiences from the moment a reservation is made until the coffee is poured and the check delivered.

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Transforming Customer Experiences: Four Ways to Embrace Innovation in the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

Beyond seeking a meal, customers now crave immersive experiences, prompting restaurants to blend food and entertainment to curate memorable moments for their guests. Additionally, reservations and waitlist apps have become indispensable tools for managing customer flow and optimizing turnover.

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What Consumers Want? A B2C Checklist

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s critical to provide a seamless eating experience, which includes simple payment choices and online reservations. Use technology, reservation platforms, and customer reviews to ensure that everyone is in constant communication and that problems are resolved quickly. People want service that is quick, easy, and hassle-free.

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23 Mother's Day Restaurant Ideas Moms Will Love in 2024

SpotOn

Entertainment of the kids means peace of mind for mom. Or consider a magician to entertain kids with close-up magic at tables or a bigger show in a section of your space. Get the crowd involved by encouraging people to come forward and make requests, or note their requests as they make reservations.

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Open With Care

Modern Restaurant Management

To control mandated limited capacity, reservations are being accepted online, over the phone, or by simply walking in. ViewHouse will accept walk-in reservations on a first come, first serve basis depending on availability and capacity. "I