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Menu Engineering: Innovating Menus for Profitability and Simplicity

Aaron Allen & Associates

In the dynamic landscape of the restaurant industry, one of the most critical challenges is striking a balance between offering innovative menu items and maintaining a simplified, navigable menu. This balance is not just about meeting consumer expectations but also about driving profitability and operational efficiency. LTOs per week.

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Restaurant Innovation That Goes Beyond Menu Items

Modern Restaurant Management

We hear frequently how innovation is a mainstay for business survival and growth. Innovation helps restaurants stay competitive and those involved in operations and sourcing need to always be looking for the next thing that grabs attention, differentiates, and brings value to their patrons. Innovation Through Service.

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The Enduring Appeal of Signature Staples at QSRs and Beyond

Modern Restaurant Management

Finding a delicate balance between tradition and innovation is often the key to success for QSRs and other establishments. Looking Ahead: Innovation Meets Tradition While many customers come back for a brand’s staples, many also look forward to new menu offerings. Engage with your target audience for feedback.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. The artistry of chefs and the creativity of restaurateurs will continue to be at the forefront, while these tools become operational enhancers.

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Why Restaurant Merch Is the Most Effective Marketing Tool

Cheetah

As restaurants continue to explore new revenue streams in an ever-changing environment, restaurant merchandise is stealing the limelight as an innovative, fun product that does wonders to your bottom line. It is estimated that over 25 billion dollars will be spent in 2021 on physical promotional merchandise.

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From Ghost Kitchens to Living Kitchens: A New Vision for Food Service’s Next Great Space

Modern Restaurant Management

Ghost kitchens have been critical to enabling take-out meals during the current pandemic and are predicted to be central in restaurant operations moving forward. If your cooks are mostly fulfilling off-site orders, you can do away with niceties like a slick front of house, visual merchandising, and a location with hungry walk-ins.

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10 Keys to Restaurant Survival When Times are Tough

MBB Hospitality

In challenging times, restaurant survival becomes an art form, mastered by those willing to innovate and persevere. Innovative Restaurant Promotions Promotions are not just discounts; they’re opportunities to showcase the creativity and passion that goes into your restaurant. Look to the global market for inspiration.