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

Modern Restaurant Management

So much data is generated at every point within a restaurant, whether fast casual or fine dining. And the digitization of operations over the past few years means that the industry is getting better at capturing that data. Foot traffic or heat mapping, menu item engagement, or consumer demographics by time of day.

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THE VALUE OF THE SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS

Culinary Cues

The kitchen is a place where those who are successful come to the realization that those later aptitudes are enhanced through experience – the more you do, the better you become. Some talented people are not the best cooks and chefs and quite often the most intelligent (using commonly referred to scales of measurement) are lacking in common sense.

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A COOK FULFILLED

Culinary Cues

It is also this potential that allows teachers to change the direction of a young student’s life, a garden expert to beautifully landscape a home, a plumber to turn copper into a work of art, an electrician to properly wire a house, or a cook to prepare a perfect restaurant meal. Each person has something to offer and a need to do so.

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

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In-house promotions Leverage customers presence in-store by using flyers, table tents, A-frames, and mentions at the bottom of receipts. In-house promotions Leverage customers presence in-store by using flyers, table tents, A-frames, and mentions at the bottom of receipts. First, ask what type of event would best fit your venue.

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THE GREATEST THREAT TO AMERICAN RESTAURANTS

Culinary Cues

This is a false sense of relief unless restaurant’s view this as a new chance to shine, a chance to be exceptional at what they do whether it is serving pizza or seven-course meals. People do care about value and once the splash of being able to get out of the house wears off, value assessment will be paramount once again.

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How Hygiene Can Bolster Restaurant Performance and Satisfaction

Modern Restaurant Management

Breaking up your workflow across front of house, back of house, and restrooms can help your staff confidently deliver a great meal and a memorable guest experience. Front of House The front of the house is the first part of your establishment that guests see. Here are my tips for back of house: 1.

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TWENTY COMMON MISTAKES INDEPENDENT RESTAURATEURS MAKE

Culinary Cues

Seriously, why would you ever jump into the deep end unless you had a plan and real-life measurements that serve as a roadmap? You are not alone if the thought of putting your name on a restaurant awning has crossed your mind. One of the most tempting forays into entrepreneurship is the restaurant business. How hard can it be – right?