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The 11 Best Restaurant Event Ideas That Actually Bring In New Customers And Keep Regulars Excited

ChowNow

Provide space for seating, tasting, and entertainment. It fosters goodwill, community spirit, and gives attendees a chance to contribute while enjoying great food and entertainment. Require proof of industry employment (like a pay stub or uniform) for participation to keep it exclusive and targeted.

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How to Read a Restaurant P&L (Profit and Loss) Statement + Free Template

SpotOn

Cleaning, packaging (to-go supplies), printing, menu, office, dining room, kitchen, office, event, rentals, uniforms, first aid, etc. Pest control, linen and uniform services, grease trap cleaning, and security guards. Music & entertainment. Utilities vary based on use, the season, and efficiency. Smallwares.

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2025 Food and Hospitality Trends Reshaping the Australian landscape

Future Food

Eatch Automated Restaurant Evolution of Food & Entertainment Offering immersive experiences that go beyond just food. What about the bulk of the market in the middle? Declining average spend, uptake and frequency reflecting about an overall 2% decrease.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

– Sophia Goldberg, Cofounder & CEO, Ansa Markets Matter In a world where chain stores and online retail offer uniformity, local markets stand out as vibrant hubs of diversity, reflecting the character and culture of their communities. – Sharon Olson.

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Creating a Unique Seafood Experience: From Ocean-to-Table Dining to Interactive Menus

The Rail

Here are some interactive elements that can boost the seafood adventure: Have entertainment and performances at the restaurant. Having a staff uniform improves the restaurant's look. Create opportunities for customers to participate in the preparation or cooking of the seafood (such as a cooking class).

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Who Was Chef Marie-Antoine Carême, the Subject of a (Sexy!) New Apple TV+ Series?

EATER

About a decade later, when Napoleon installed Talleyrand at the Chteau de Valenay a residence purchased for the sole purpose of entertaining diplomatic guests from abroad Carme came along. He donned a double-breasted jacket as a uniform, and popularized a version of the chefs toque.

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A BAROMETER OF CHANGE FOR AMERICAN COOKS & DINERS

Culinary Cues

For nearly four decades the job of cook dominated the media and served as a major point of conversation and entertainment for guests of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. In the meantime, what can be done to build back that enthusiasm, the mystery, the excitement and joy of cooking and dining?