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How Better Cooking Oil Management Enhances Efficiency and Reduces Costs

Modern Restaurant Management

Misconception 4: Sustainable Oils Are Always More Expensive Why It’s Made : Operators often equate sustainability with higher costs, influenced by the initial price tags of some sustainable products. Energy Efficiency: By properly recycling used cooking oil, restaurants can contribute to renewable energy production.

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

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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. This shift will likely be complemented by an increased focus on reducing waste generated from animal products.

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Restaurant QR Codes: 2020’s Comeback Story

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QR codes are providing customers with digital access to menus – replacing traditional paper menus that require cleaning, recycling and never-ending updates – making this aspect of the restaurant experience truly touchless. The QR code has made a rapid resurgence filling needs people did not even know they had.

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How does the espresso machine influence barista workflow?

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Another thing to consider is the placement of your espresso machine in relation to your other equipment. Over the course of more than a century, a major focus for espresso machine manufacturers has been making equipment more compact. Filippo Mazzoni is the Coffee Equipment Manager at Gruppo Cimbali. Where is the grinder?

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Skip the Straw: How Restaurants Can Make an Impact

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Here are some of the most readily available straw alternatives that restaurants can consider: Glass : The majority of glass straws are actually made of shatter-resistant borosilicate but are still reusable and recyclable. Consumers can build upon that idea by offering their own multi-use cups and receiving that same discount.

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Safe Distancing Tech and a Farewell to Foam

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Dunkin’ is also on track to fully transition to new, recyclable hot coffee cup lids in all of its U.S. The company is also on track to be fully transitioned to recyclable hot coffee cup lids in its U.S. The new lids are made of #5 polypropylene that can be recycled in cities and towns that offer #5 recycling.

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How Hygiene Can Bolster Restaurant Performance and Satisfaction

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Implementing sustainable hygiene practices—like using wipers made from recycled materials or controlled dispensers that reduce waste—reinforces your dedication to helping the planet. Restrooms One factor that influences restaurant guest satisfaction is the cleanliness of the restrooms.