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BEFORE THE DINING EXPERIENCE TRY THE KITCHEN EXPERIENCE

Culinary Cues

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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COOKING – THAT THREAD OF FRIENDSHIP

Culinary Cues

I had a call out of the blue from a former culinary student and co-worker at a four-diamond restaurant. Over the years we have met at conferences, workshops, trade shows, a stop in for dinner at a restaurant where they worked, or during the pandemic – on zoom. If you have worked together in a kitchen, there is a special understanding.

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From Consumption to Connection: Restaurant Promotion Trends for 2024

Modern Restaurant Management

We will discuss how to build customer communication and what aspects to prioritize to make your establishment stand out and thrive. ” This will help you not just stand out among other establishments but take a special place in a customer’s mind. I want to highlight trends in restaurant promotion for 2024.

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The Top 10 Things Learned from Working with 1000+ Restaurants

Embrace the Suck

Oh, and if you think your problems are special to just apply to your restaurant, they are not. I know the labor pool is shrinking and it’s hard to find people out there. Those negative energy vampires that just suck the life out of you and your culture. Most likely you don’t take care of yourself as you should.

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Here’s what’s happening at the 2023 Specialty Coffee Expo

Perfect Daily Grind

On Friday 21st April, this year’s Specialty Coffee Expo will take place in Portland, Oregon. Read on to learn more about this year’s Specialty Coffee Expo, as well as key events and activities taking place at the three-day trade show. Check out the PDG Events Calendar here.

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Level Up Your Bar Entertainment (7 Trending Event Ideas)

Buzztime Business

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. Take a cue from Beer Fit Club. Or, set up a small putting green on your patio in bring in a local golf pro to lead a putting workshop.

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Coffee News Recap, 23 Sep: Kenya reports 39% year-on-year increase in coffee earnings, on-the-go coffee consumption making a comeback & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

The regional event will take place on 29 September, with the winner going on to represent host nation Canada at the World AeroPress Championship finals in December. It will include hands-on workshops, lectures, and other activities. Take a look. Mon, 15 Aug – Ecuador AeroPress Championship to take place 1 & 2 October.

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