Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

“Through expansive experiences that inspire our guests paired with the ambiance of the space and the food on the plate, we’re setting new standards for the industry and creating truly spectacular moments for all who enter our restaurants and bars.” That’s where the NEXT Flavor Report comes in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2025

People are looking for authenticity and transparency, so highlighting where your ingredients come from or how food is made can go a long way. Guests also want an experience, not just a meal, so messages that promote unique dining events, themed nights, or a fun atmosphere can create excitement.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

coli outbreak reinforces the need for restaurants – and all food businesses – to manage recalls as a supply chain, especially considering the huge scale of this event. Handle Recalls as a Supply Chain For any food brand, consumer protection is the most important part of recall management. While the E.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 10, 2025

Today’s diners expect more than just good food—they seek environments that captivate, connect and surprise. Additionally, bar menus are expanding to include more interactive elements such as pairing menus with the food and tasting flights, encouraging customization and choice, resulting in longer stays and higher spending.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

We were ill-prepared for the COVID pandemic that devastated the food industry with supply chain disruptions, product and labor shortages, and soaring inflation. The biggest learning from COVID is that food businesses must be prepared for any crisis – and ensure their suppliers all along the supply chain are also prepared and resilient.

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EATER

MAY 5, 2025

Ten years ago, if you got a New York Times review, you would be flooded, said Lilli Sherman of marketing events company OMA at the time. But somewhere, things took a wrong turn, and recently, food brands are upping the ante by pairing with brands totally outside the realm of dining and eating. You were set at least for a few months.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Safety training should take place upon hire for all new employees, but that should not be a one-time event. Training should include proper food and equipment handling, effective hygiene practices and how to safely use ovens, slicers and knives. We also recommend post-incident training to ensure incidents do not repeat.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Highlight not just the food, but the overall experience, to give potential customers a glimpse of what to expect when they visit. If your restaurant hosts events, include a testimonial with the host talking about the event being a smashing success – thanks in part to your venue.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2025

There will likely be a bar with some food options, room service (sometimes 24 hours per day), a poolside seasonal caf, Sunday brunch, and multiple banquet rooms that at times will have simultaneous events taking place. This interdependence is what makes a great kitchen fire on all cylinders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2022

The prominence of food delivery and service robots has increased in the overall restaurant industry. In this blog, we will discuss the changing face of the restaurant industry as a result of the introduction of food delivery and service robots. This is owed to the uncertainties faced by the restaurants at the global level.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2025

There’s a visual nature to the food and beverage industry. For example, you can show highlights of a local event you’ve hosted, bring attention to a charity you support, or highlight a collaboration with another local institution. Don’t forget about events, either. Why Does Video Work?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

In recent years, the food service industry has undergone a rapid transformation of automation and increased technology usage. Fast Food and QSR Value The United States Fast Food & Quick Service Restaurant Market size was valued at US$ 248.8 Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

“I Heart Fries is a restaurant concept that combines a variety of delicious international foods in one place. It helps us connect with customers, showcase our food, and build a strong community. What distinguishes Miami as a food scene for franchise development? JA: Social media is huge for us.

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EATER

MAY 27, 2025

Yawk Creative Agency Food content creators have amassed devoted followings through the internet, products, and books. Elizabeth Minchilli has been offering food tours in Rome since 2012 and has long collaborated with culinary figures, like chef and restaurateur Evan Kleiman, for group travel. Lets say 40s and up. Its not just Via Rosa.

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The Rail

JUNE 23, 2025

With the restaurant scene alive and well, there’s never been a better time for aspiring restaurant owners to launch a new brand — especially for those who wish to open their very first food truck. Crafting a menu can seem simple enough, especially if you already have some ideas — getting it perfect, however, can be another thing entirely.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Food waste is recognized as an endemic challenge around the world. According to Feeding America , nearly 40 percent of all food in the U.S. Historic heat waves, droughts, fires, floods and other weather events are decimating crops. restaurants lose $162 billion annually in food waste costs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2024

Food manufacturers and retailers are embracing a whole new world of opportunities for consumer engagement that are enabled by this newer technology. In foodservice establishments, the same technology opens doors to greater food safety and ingredient transparency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2025

It’s no surprise that the fast food chains, which have over 100,000 outlets between them, see opportunities for AI efficiencies. In some locations, two or more drive-throughs may be located side by side, raising the possibility of an AI system picking up the wrong voice, causing food waste and financial loss.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 29, 2025

By scanning this type of QR code, customers can opt-in to receive upcoming event details, promotional drops, happy hours and more–and should they choose an event of interest, they can even add it to their own personal calendars, ensuring they never miss out on the fun.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Rising labor and food costs, along with the ongoing struggle to recruit and retain employees, remain among the top concerns for both fullservice and limited-service operators. "The Despite the positive outlook, many operators say, "new year, similar concerns."

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The holiday season is a huge calendar event in the restaurant industry, with bookings booming as guests look to let their hair down and enjoy a festive feast. As well as ensuring your customers are provided with a great customer experience and delicious food, accommodating for the busy period will ensure your workforce remains happy.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

More than one third (36 percent) of Americans plan to order food delivery for the Big Game on Sunday, Feb. ” Consumers plan to order delivery because they want to focus on something else besides food preparation (42 percent), like watching the game or socializing. percent from a national food chain.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 8, 2025

" Fink suggests promoting family-friendly experiences, such as special “family night out” events, while high-end restaurants should position themselves as an escape from daily responsibilities, offering luxurious and relaxing experiences tailored to busy parents and professionals looking for a refined dining atmosphere.

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The Rail

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Have you noticed how food delivery apps are becoming essential in attracting and retaining diners? In this article, we’ll show you exactly how to create a food delivery app tailored to your restaurant’s needs, while staying competitive in a booming industry. The global online food delivery market size was valued at USD 221.65

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2024

"Our findings show that while traditional expectations around food quality, service, and ambiance remain steady, technology has emerged as a pivotal area of focus," Carly Fink, president of Provoke Insights, told MRM. "Guests, Additionally, a quarter of people are planning corporate events at restaurants.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 29, 2025

At our core (restaurant folks) we are in the business of taking care of people through food. Look around you, seek to understand the world beyond your restaurant dining room and know that we (all those engaged in the restaurant business) are advocates for the power of food.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Overcoming barriers to increase guest spend Rising food, labor, and general operating costs were the most pressing concerns in 2024 among respondents, further tightening thin margins. Extreme weather events have become a major cost driver, with 92 percent of respondents believing it impacted their business in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

is the second-largest online food delivery market​ and generated an estimated $218B in revenue in 2022. In addition, restaurants should practice good record-keeping in the event that they need to present a card issuer with evidence that a transaction was legitimate. And experts predict the market will increase close to $500B by 2027.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Sitting in a neighborhood restaurant after the recent election I was struck by the balancing act that food establishments have played for hundreds of years. Television screens presented a mix of sporting events and CNN talking heads, and the smell of grilled meat and batches of beer brewing behind glass walls provided sensory overload.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 16, 2025

Tableside caviar service A prosciutto cart An authentic kaiseki tasting experience and members-only Japanese whiskey lounge Tableside s’mores These are just a few examples of ways restaurants across the country are hoping to attract guest by elevating the dining experience and creating a vibe highlighted by superior food and presentation.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Let’s take the guesswork out of starting your food business and set your establishment up for success. Do you want to find out which food items your customers love the most? Will you track customer satisfaction scores, sales of specific food items, or the number of repeat customers? Start by deciding what you need to know.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

After all, it’s not just the quality of your food that can keep customers coming back — 73% of diners base their satisfaction on the quality of service they receive. How do you prepare your team for special events or holiday rushes? How do you ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations?

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A bar is a profitable business option if you’re looking to enter the food industry. Start by tracking all the income your bar generates, including sales from drinks, food, and any additional services. Analyze your product mix Review the drinks and food items you sell the most and least.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2025

Local events and weather may have influenced trends in some states, like New Mexico and Louisiana. Local events and seasonal weather patterns may also influence regional variations; for example, New Mexico, Indiana, and Louisiana all showed both increases and decreases during the analyzed period.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Are you doing all the right thingsserving amazing food, delivering top-notch service, crafting perfectly balanced drinksbut the tables still arent filling up like they should? The problem isnt your food or serviceits visibility and customer engagementand were going to help you fix that. Upload high-quality photos.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2025

Over the last two decades, I’ve worked alongside operators in just about every hospitality setting—independent cafés, high-end dining rooms, food halls, and regional chains. Expect predictive systems that adapt to real-world conditions in real time: weather, local events, and market trends.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

When a restaurant participates in local events or partners with local businesses, it becomes part of the neighborhood’s fabric. Whether through supporting local charities or participating in food drives, local restaurants can become go-to places for customers who want to support their community.

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