Culinary Cues

APRIL 1, 2024

Outside people went about their day, never giving mind to the effort, dichotomy of characters, hustle, stress, and complexity of what takes place in the “back of the house” at a twelve hundred room hotel. As I tied on my apron and pulled out my knife kit ready to dive in, the executive chef called me into his office.

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Touch Bistro

MAY 26, 2021

Dad is king for a day, which means millions of families will be on the hunt for Father’s Day restaurant specials to mark the special occasion. Plan the right Father’s Day restaurant specials and your venue could become the spot for not only Father’s Day feasts, but also repeat business on many other days throughout the year.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 10, 2021

We’ve ranked the absolute top rated sushi spots Carroll Gardens has to offer right here for you to check out. You’ll never wonder where to get sushi in Carroll Gardens again once you take a look at what we’ve got for. Daigo serves hand rolls and sushi rolls near the Union Street metro stop. Best Sushi in Carroll Gardens.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 21, 2023

Beginning with a few flamboyant artisans like Jeremiah Tower, Paul Prudhomme, Wolfgang Puck, and Alice Waters – the chef came out from behind the curtain as the star of the show, the person responsible for over-the-top food that wowed and inspired people of all socio-economic backgrounds.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 9, 2021

We may complain about the guest who is taking loads of pictures of their food and posting them on Instagram, but deep inside we get a bit of a rush when it happens. These team members will go out of their way for the guest because you do so for them. Let them kick the tires and take the menu for a spin.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Gifts, special meals, travel, and most importantly – family time consumes the next few weeks. Those of us who fit this description should take the time to think about those who are not so fortunate. When a local cop or firefighter drives down the street – take a moment to wave and shout out: “thanks”!

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 30, 2023

There is a lesson here for cooks, chefs, and restaurateurs – a simple message that stands out from every other “road to success” Prophet: Whatever you do, do it well. It will take super-human effort, ample amounts of time, arduous training, and boat loads of cash. What will it take for you to become part of that club?

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

If you're standing in line waiting to order the special of the night, the seasonal Panzanella Salad, you don't want to hear “86 the special”. The most common reason for an item to be 86'd is simply when the ingredients for a menu item run out. How is eighty-six used? Where did the term come from? Common items that get 86'd.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Group dining is easily accommodated by private rooms in Indianapolis restaurants, making the city a great location to celebrate special occasions. Mesh is a popular locale with outdoor space, and the restaurant serves modern American cuisine with various happy hour specials. Best Private Dining in Indianapolis.

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360Training

JULY 9, 2020

Because gluten can have serious medical consequences, you shouldn’t put “gluten-free” labels on your menu unless you take measures to eliminate the possibility of trace gluten from certain dishes. Here’s how you do it: List out the ingredients for each dish on your menu, description-style. Separate Utensils.

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Restaurant Clicks

MAY 26, 2021

With so many great specials, you may even find yourself visiting a few of the spots on our list. Be sure to take a look at their menu as well if you’re feeling a bit hungry! Specials include $1 draft beers, well drinks, and wine, $2 PBR pounders, $2 tacos, $4 mini quesadillas, $5 wings, and more! Happy hour is from 5 p.m.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2024

“By integrating bee-friendly practices into our culinary endeavors, we aim to make a positive impact on both the environment and the quality of the food we serve.” To help spark these conversations, many of our restaurants are also giving out wildflower seed packets for our guests to plant their own pollinator garden at home.”

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 22, 2024

It only takes a few seconds to move from being a “go along for the ride” consumer to feeling screwed. Grocery stores try to eliminate cashier positions (yes, I know how hard it is to find help) and opt for self-check-out but do so without lowering prices. Bread has always been a given. Hardly worth the $8-$12 that restaurants charge.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 3, 2022

I shout while frantically rubbing my calf trying to work out that Charlie horse pain. I spend 15 minutes on the stationary bike still trying to work out that leg cramp, rush through50 sit-ups, take shower and shave, and down two more cups of coffee. I swear by it and never waver from taking the time to touch base with everyone.

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SpotOn

APRIL 8, 2024

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. 💡 4 in 10 consumers will eat out or order online on Mother's Day. Check it out, then call your mother.

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The Restaurant Times

MARCH 8, 2023

Here’s what they have to say, Niki Walsh Senior Director, F&B Marketing and PR Taste of Hilton, and Hilton EMEA Based out of Dubai, Niki Wash has 23 years in the hospitality industry. Just managing the guilt, time and task will take care of itself. Your kids will observe, adapt & take inspiration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 12, 2022

With deep roots in the restaurant industry, we’ve worked with our clients to test a number of strategies to take on Restaurant Week as an opportunity to attract new customers. While having a special menu for Restaurant Week is important, so is keeping your bottom line in check. Serve more guests than usual with tech options.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2024

Provide special menu options from the cities the contenders hail from – a Philly Cheesesteak if the Eagles make it or a Cuban for Miami. Play The Field : Some Super Bowl viewers prefer to watch the game in the comfort of their own homes, but that doesn’t mean you should lose out on sales.

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Restaurant Clicks

APRIL 28, 2021

You can now head to certain movie theatres that serve alcohol and watch the big screen with different drinks and food. This includes a summer series for children, a special date night series, and special-needs screenings of different movies. You can’t pre-book for movies here as it runs on a first-come/first-served basis.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

We will discuss how to build customer communication and what aspects to prioritize to make your establishment stand out and thrive. Trend Two: Increasing the Importance of User-Generated Content (UGC) UGC serves as social proof and is more effective than direct advertising. This serves as a demo version of a guest’s visit.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Some waste is unavoidable in every restaurant: a steak is overcooked, a serving tray is dropped, a few onions rot at the bottom of the box. Make dulce de leche as a dessert special. Four to ten percent of commercial kitchen food is wasted before it leaves the kitchen according to the National Restaurant Association.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 26, 2024

This requires technology that can analyze ingredients against common allergens and instantly inform the kitchen and serving staff. Kitchens can focus on cooking great food, and servers can concentrate on service rather than on taking detailed orders. Payment technology has changed the game for people with food allergies eating out.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2022

Restaurants that can’t find the workers they need must figure out how to make the most of the staff they already have. That’s also not so easy; there’s only so much efficiency you can squeeze out of your operations. An angry customer who gives up on waiting might steal, throw out, or destroy the pager.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 12, 2022

It brings out the child-like playfulness, creativity, and spirited excitement in just about everyone. As a restaurant, you’ve got the opportunity to feed into that joyful excitement with special events for the season, so grab the chance before the winter holidays takeover! Serve Special (Spooky) Food and Drinks.

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Social Hospitality

JUNE 28, 2023

But sometimes, thinking out of the box and moving beyond Facebook and Instagram posts is a great idea. In fact, since the pandemic, take-out has surged, and the online food delivery market is expected to be valued at over $106 billion by 2027. Spring – It’s the season when you can serve Easter treats like eggs, ham, and bread.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

They remind us not only that there are great people out there, but also that many of them work for us! When the chef and general manager found this out, they immediately jumped into action. They showed her how to clean the affected area and change her bandages, and they made sure she was taking her medication properly.

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Buzztime Business

JUNE 2, 2023

Swap out ladylike mimosas for one of these 26 beer cocktails. Then bring everyone back inside to enjoy a special menu full of grilled items from meat to veggies. Bring in a local rock band for evening entertainment complete with fatherly drink specials. 12) Desserts for Dad: Take a Cue from…Santa? Hello, repeat business!

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The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 27, 2021

He specializes in the creative design and concept development of restaurants, bars, and public spaces for hotel products of the future. He advises that before thinking about walls or anything else, draw some circles on paper and just figure out how people will use the space just with circles. For some hotels like Marriot, it is 25%.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 3, 2021

Every town has different restrictions–from limited options like parking lot cabanas for outdoor-only dining to full, open indoor dining–and many people have varying degrees of comfort dining out. Use Facebook, Instagram and/or TikTok to share your unique offerings, daily specials and other events and to interact with customers.

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Black Box Intelligence

MARCH 20, 2020

But while the pandemic may drastically alter how restaurants operate, and whether they are even able to remain open, it’s not taking away the heart and soul of an industry that has always been about serving communities. We will be talking about this impact for the unforeseeable future. Get the Latest Updates.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Training must take place and periodically measuring their performance is critical in making sure the restaurant is running smoothly. Setting expectations is important when wanting to get the most out of staff members. As a manager, hiring an employee doesn’t mean your job is over. Setting Goals. Incentivizing Staff.

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Buzztime Business

JANUARY 22, 2024

That’s what bars in the Austin, Texas area wanted to find out. No need to wait for a special occasion, add an open mic comedy night to your list of bar entertainment ideas right now. And yes, axe-throwing bars do serve booze so you can throw axes while you throw back a beer. Take a cue from Beer Fit Club.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 23, 2023

Every brand has a story, and that’s what makes customers, employees and franchisees take notice, choose you and keep coming back. Are you trying to reach the after-work dinner crowd, leisurely weekend brunch groups, or families looking to celebrate a special occasion? Yet, there is nothing common about your specific brand.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

While most restaurant operators will seek outside funding to get the second location running, it still takes time for a unit to become profitable once the doors open. Some might break-even within the first three months while others claim it could take a year or even more. Use creativity to market a restaurant on a limited budget.

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Squirrel Systems

APRIL 11, 2024

For many, dining at restaurants in the summer has a special charm, as one of the only times in a year we get to dine outdoors. When we think about dining out in the summer, restaurant patio dining options, usually with good happy hour programs are what we think of and crave instinctually.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

However, taking steps to increase your loyal customer base will ensure your restaurant flourishes during this difficult season. Having the prospect of a free meal in the future will make customers more likely to choose your restaurant when picking where they eat out. Finding reliable staff is also a challenge. Host Fun Events.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2023

For the longest time, there has been an idea that automation would take away jobs. The key is to not be afraid of what automation might take away but to instead imagine what automation can enable you to do. It takes up much time when you think of the number of things you must label. Those require labeling as well.

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