Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 21, 2025

Successfully navigating fluctuating food costs, especially with volatile ingredients like eggs, requires a multi-faceted approach, Mike Stasko Jr., What are the best practices for dealing with food costs for recipes when necessary items are fluctuating in price? What are the best ways to ensure food safety when sourcing eggs?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2025

Ingredient Integrity: Earning Trust Through Food Ethos Gen Z diners value honesty and quality in every aspect of the dining experience. ” By openly communicating these standards and staying true to them, restaurants can build trust with a generation that demands integrity in food sourcing and preparation.

Social Media 461

Social Media Loyalty Program Sustainability Food Supply 461

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 26, 2025

So, lets look at immigration through the eyes of the business of food from agriculture to food processing and on to the restaurants we all enjoy supporting. The next time you walk through your local supermarket, butcher shop, fish market or bakery, take a moment to think about this. 50 per egg. are immigrants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2025

In an industry where margins are razor thin and customer expectations are insanely high, the divide between marketing and operations is no longer sustainable. Everyone knows marketing defines the brand promise and operations should deliver it. Marketing and operations grew up on separate org charts. That the food’s right.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2025

With food recalls at a five year high , there’s (understandably!) All food businesses need a strategic communications plan that covers what to do before, during, and after a recall. They can happen to any food business at any time. increased consumer demand for real-time information about these incidents.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Thanks to these technologies, tasks such as ordering food and paying bills can take place on a self-service basis. In quick-serve restaurants, staff can focus on preparing food rather than taking orders. Back-office digital innovations are also helping restaurants manage costs and make the most of their workforce.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 11, 2025

The way people find and connect with food has changed over the years; Gen Z, especially, is driving that shift. They discover new spots online, make decisions fast, and care just as much about the story behind what they’re eating as they do about the food itself. He wasn’t just there for the food.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 5, 2025

Scaling an artisan food business is no easy feat. Many small food businesses reach a critical point where they must decide whether to remain small and exclusive or expand into wholesale, manufacturing, and broader distribution. Food safety and compliance also become increasingly important.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Although dynamic pricing is a staple in industries like travel and hospitality, its application in fast food is uncharted territory. The findings reveal critical insights into how dynamic pricing impacts customer behavior and what strategies might retain loyalty in a competitive market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2025

Pre-packaged meals, made-to-order sandwiches, fresh salads, and even hot food bars are no longer afterthoughts—they're part of a growing meal strategy. Consider Buc-ee's, the Texas-based gas station chain whose food selection is so popular that it inspires resale markets and fan pages.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2025

Marketing agency Thought For Food & Son has been doing a lot more than just think about food for 20 years. Casucci, Founder & CEO at Thought For Food & Son. Casucci, Founder & CEO at Thought For Food & Son In what ways has food marketing changed since Thought for Food & Son was founded?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2025

Last year, the global induction cooktops market was valued at more than $9B, and is expected to surpass $15B by 2032. ” The two large kitchens serving Chatham University’s Eden Hall campus: The Lodge and The Esther Barazzone Center kitchens use electric induction cooking improve the precision and quality of the food they serve.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2025

Video marketing can be your secret weapon. There’s a visual nature to the food and beverage industry. Stimulating Local Appeal Local interest is a driving force behind restaurant marketing. If you host special events, video marketing is a great way to share the experience and generate buzz for an upcoming event.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu C-stores are stealing fast-food tactics. Not quite yet An easy way to bring bold Korean flavors to modern menus From BBQ to beverages, menus are seeing a lot of action Food C-stores are stealing fast-food tactics. Photo: Shutterstock Made-to-order food, value offerings, loyalty programs.

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Food Fast Casual Leadership Loyalty Program 275

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

This trend of seeking out a more sustainable process of e-commerce related to food goods is not going away anytime soon. Here are some key strategies you and your target food delivery partners can be using to create a more sustainable future. More than 63 percent of municipal solid waste in the US was a result of food packaging.

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Sustainability Delivery Food Recycling 251

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 6, 2025

It's no surprise that the food industry will be impacted by many variables this year including inflationary trends, tariffs and other policy changes, as well as labor costs, and climate change. "Variables "Raw materials, particularly core items, will continue to be expensive," Kafarakis added. "Between

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Nowadays, running a successful restaurant takes more than great food and good service. Let’s explore 26 proven online marketing strategies to help your restaurant thrive. Another way to get local backlinks is from local news articles, food bloggers, or restaurant directories to boost your visibility in search results.

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ChowNow

MARCH 21, 2025

Understanding your target market is the foundation of making smart decisions for your menu, pricing, and overall guest experience. Without a well-defined target market, restaurants risk wasting resources on strategies that dont connect and menu offerings that dont selltrying to appeal to everyone, but standing out to no one.

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Marketing Social Media Email Marketing Loyalty Program 195

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Email marketing might not be as flashy as social media marketing, but for restaurants, its possibly the most effective way to stay connected with customers. When used correctly, restaurant email marketing keeps your restaurant top of mind, turning occasional diners into loyal regulars.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2024

There are automated food labeling systems that make it easier for businesses to stay in compliance. There are even light-based decontamination technologies to help keep food contact surfaces or clear liquids safe. As a restaurant manager, maintaining food safety is your number one responsibility. So, how exactly do you do that?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 13, 2025

Michael Parlapiano, Managing Director of The Culinary Edge, shares with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine how restaurants and food brands can adapt to these generations’ evolving preferences. They love exploring ethnic flavors and street food, making every meal an adventure.

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Social Media Sustainability Customer Experience Sourcing 426

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 Perkins American Food Co. percent from 2025 to 2033 and reach US$ 345.6

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Goliath Consulting

MAY 1, 2025

For restaurants, social media marketing is more than just posting food photos. Social media marketing for restaurants isnt just about gaining followersits about building a brand that makes people feel something. In todays digital-first dining culture, having a strong social media presence isnt optionalits essential.

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Social Media Marketing Email Marketing Influencer 195

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of dramatic Valentine's Day shift, best food scenes, and the evolution of c-store foodservice. Food-away-from-home spending is likely to see modest growth as softer consumer spending patterns prevail. ” A Year of Challenges U.S.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Building a restaurant marketing budget can feel overwhelming. With tight margins, unpredictable cash flow, and endless marketing options, its hard to know how much to spendor where to spend it. Creating an effective marketing budget doesnt have to be all that complicated. The good news?

Marketing 195

Marketing Email Marketing Social Media Loyalty Program 195

Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2025

As diners become more health-conscious and adventurous, food trends and restaurant strategies are shifting to align with these preferences. Preserved Seafood : Preserved seafood is gaining traction, driven by Scandinavian simplicity and the desire for sustainable, nutrient-rich foods.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The upcoming year is shaping up to be an exciting time for food enthusiasts, with trends emphasizing bold flavors, creative uses of ingredients, and new culinary experiences. Here’s a look at the food trends that will capture our taste buds and redefine dining in 2025.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This guide will teach you everything you need to know about getting started with restaurant marketing. By the time you finish this article, youll know how to approach restaurant marketing the right way and not waste time doing guesswork, crossing your fingers, and then hoping you see new customers walking through the door.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2025

This video from Making Dough Restaurant Show – by Hengam Stanfield outlines three results-driven restaurant marketing strategies for 2025 that emphasize practical, actionable tactics, starting with cold email outreach coupled with complimentary food drops to potential customers.

Email Marketing 221

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Leveraging Limited Time Offerings (LTOs ): With increased competition and higher food costs, one way restaurants can stand out is with LTOs, which appeal to every generation of diners and are an easy way to draw in new customers. The key is to keep these promotions short to avoid menu bloat.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Photoillustration by Lille Allen; see below for full credits Every major fast-food chain, it seems, now has its own app promising deals, discounts, and a better diner experience overall. All of them promise a seamless experience to the fast-food customer. It can suggest new foods that you might like to try.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 15, 2025

What was your journey into the food industry and how does your previous business experience translate to what you do now? I came into the food industry after building a strong background in business strategy and operations. Cody Pepper What are the barriers to having accessibility to healthier food choices?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2025

. "If I had the opportunity, I would encourage them to employ voice analytics, not to automate ordering, but rather to analyze customer/employee conversations for insights into customer experience, operational efficiency, marketing effectiveness, safety compliance, employee engagement, and more, he said. "The

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2025

Learn about the rapid growth of Ron''s Mac Bar and how the brand uses viral marketing and a business model that prioritizes efficiency and customer experience in this video from the team at UpFlip.

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Serving Marketing Customer Experience Bar 221

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

This trend of seeking out a more sustainable process of e-commerce related to food goods is not going away anytime soon. Here are some key strategies you and your target food delivery partners can be using to create a more sustainable future. More than 63 percent of municipal solid waste in the US was a result of food packaging.

Sustainability 221

Sustainability Delivery Recycling Food 221

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.

Food 230

Food Consumer Goods Email Marketing Social Media 230

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Steady Online Ordering Brings Food Waste, Donations to the Forefront of Priorities Ordering food online increases restaurant sales, but it also can potentially increase wasted food if proactive measures aren’t taken – for both the business and consumers at home.

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