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Merch with a Mission: Creating Brand Ambassadors

Modern Restaurant Management

" That's what Jason Cortellesso, Partner & Creative Director at Sport & Leisure , told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine when discussing the merch program at his latest estabilshment in East Greenwich, Rhode Island that is seeing people to line up before they open on drop days to get their hands on the items. ."

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Top Five Tips for Restaurants Considering Local Sports Team Sponsorship

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There’s no single way to perfect that recipe, but one ingredient that has consistently worked across segments and locations is youth sports sponsorships. For restaurants, it’s a natural fit: Youth sports are an integral part of local communities, creating a positive impact on the development of children.

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MRM Research Roundup: Super Bowl LIX Edition

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But while wings still dominate as the top football snack, new data suggests that more fans are choosing to watch the game at home rather than head to their local sports bar. This dish's popularity during Super Bowl season shows how Americans often turn to familiar comfort foods for major sporting events.

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How QSR Brands Can Best Position Themselves for Non-Traditional Expansion

Modern Restaurant Management

As travel and leisure activities continue to rebound from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands like ours have a unique opportunity to position themselves for growth in non-traditional venues like airports, casinos, college campuses, sports stadiums and other travel centers.

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The Ultimate Guide to Local Restaurant Marketing 2025

7 Shifts

Find influencers in your area Influencers, especially in the food niche, have loyal followers who trust their recommendations. Partnering with a local influencer to showcase new menu items or special promotions can create buzz and drive more customers to your restaurant.

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TIRED OF THE NEGATIVITY

Culinary Cues

Like a sporting team, the kitchen is a tight knit group of individuals who are better as a sum of the parts. [] THE EXCITEMENT: Lets not forget the adrenaline that attracts many young cooks in the beginning. Everyone has a role to play, and the entire group depends on each player performing those duties to the best of their ability.

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

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L&L Hawaiian Barbecue brings a distinct fusion of Asian, Pacific Islander, and American influences to consumers in the continental U.S. Artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to shape the industry, influencing every aspect of restaurant operations.

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