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The Rise of Exclusivity: VIP vs Traditional Discounting

Modern Restaurant Management

But rapidly rising labor and food costs over recent months has heightened pressure on already tight restaurant margins. ”Menu allows Velvet Taco’s fans to earn rewards in a way that both engages and incentivizes them to order directly, instead of using bottom line-disrupting third party services. million members to 27.4

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The American Restaurant 2022 (Post Pandemic)

Culinary Cues

Of, course the food must be tasty and appealing at some level and above all else – consistent. How convenient you might ask: we barely need to slow down our cars and roll down the window when our food arrives – that’s convenience. Great food and drink and honest, sincere service can be the sunshine at the end of a not so terrific day.

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MRM Research Roundup: Year-End 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features top trends for 2020, how 2020 changed food and the year's top wines. spent per order, on average, across restaurant websites. spent per order, on average, across restaurant websites. How 2020 Changed Food. Top Restaurant Trends. In its new report, Placer.ai

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Could Surge Pricing Actually Make Fast Food Better?

EATER

Fast food chain Wendy’s has announced plans to test “dynamic pricing” at its locations across the country, beginning in 2025. The changes come at an interesting time for the fast food industry, especially when it comes to cost. If so, you’re in luck! Surge pricing is, of course, not new.

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How to Avoid the Top Seven Restaurant Inventory Management Mistakes

Modern Restaurant Management

Using par levels based on real usage and not just a “guess” creates more accurate orders. Forecasting tools enable managers to purchase food, beverage, and supplies at the right level. Using a tool like a food waste log can help managers record sources of waste at the time it happens for analysis later.

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The Recipe for Rebranding Success: Transforming Your Restaurant’s Image

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s important to start with understanding why you want to rebrand in order to drive the right kind of change. Marketing materials no longer reach the ideal audience Example: Jay’s BBQ is moving from their food truck downtown to a new local strip mall outside town.

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4th of July Specials for Restaurants: Promotions and Ideas for 2021

Touch Bistro

With orders expected to surge on July 4th, make sure you have the right equipment and restaurant technology to safely accommodate big groups or process more online orders. A mobile POS that you can take tableside to capture customer orders. . Equipment and Technology. Delivery is big business for restaurants right now.

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