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How Restaurant Reservation Software Can Help with Reopening in 2021

Touch Bistro

However, guest safety is still a top priority and many restaurant are turning to restaurant reservation software to navigate the tricky business of fully reopening their dining rooms. While restaurant reservation software is becoming essential to reopening, the technology is still new to many restaurateurs. Let’s dive in.

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Irresistible Instagram Post Ideas to Boost Your Restaurant’s Engagement

Next Restaurants

Visual power: Mouthwatering food presentations shot perfectly for Instagram can make your restaurant stand out and leave a lasting impression. Focus on close-ups of ingredients, the plating process, and the final presentation. ” This not only creates a fun interaction but also helps gauge interest in potential menu additions.

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TO A CHEF – SIMPLE ISN’T EASY

Culinary Cues

When a chef allows Mother Nature to lead the way and present ingredients as they were meant to be, then simple can become a means to an end. To many chefs – “simple” is a goal, easy is not; complex is un-necessary, and difficult is real only when a chef resists the connection to the ingredients and the result.

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A COOK WITHOUT A KITCHEN

Culinary Cues

Meticulous plate presentations do not apply, the basic rules of thumb: “hot food hot, cold food cold” are a stretch when a guests meal is placed in disposable containers for re-heating at home, and the showmanship of service is relegated to passing a bag of food through a car window. The service staff is even more on edge than the cooks.

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23 Mother's Day Restaurant Ideas Moms Will Love in 2024

SpotOn

Independent restaurants have the opportunity to join in celebrating mothers and brunch items by creating a special mother's day brunch menu, dinner service, or promotions that cater to families. Below are 6 ideas to adapt your regular menu, which can be updated in your restaurant POS. Moms aren't the only winners, however.

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What is a prix fixe menu? An A to Z guide for restaurateurs

Open for Business

While traditionally associated with fine dining, the prix fixe (pronounced “pre-feks”) menu has transcended its high-end roots, becoming a popular culinary trend. When curated with care and promoted effectively, this menu is a powerful tool for any restaurant, capable of making a memorable impression and drawing eager guests through the door.

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Instagram For Restaurants: How To Dominate A Competitive Niche

7 Shifts

Film a few Instagram Stories in the kitchen, showcasing your specials of the day, and then encourage people to make a reservation for that evening. Get Creative With Your Presentation If decor isn't your strong suit or you don't have room for a wall specifically made for photos, that’s okay.