Culinary Cues

APRIL 14, 2025

Connections give a dish special value, added importance, and character that goes beyond flavor and visual appeal. The same is true of chefs and cooks who countless times prepare a menu, a dish; arrange components on a plate, sauce the work, apply an appropriate garnish, wipe the rim and quietly celebrate the story behind it.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The story made me think about what I did for a living and my zest for cooking delicious food, traveling to special parts of the world, working and dining in great restaurants, learning from exceptional chefs, enjoying incredible wines from the hands of vintners, harvesters, and wine makers.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

From sustainable practices and health-conscious menus to tech-enhanced dining and global flavors, hotel and resort restaurants are adapting to meet the diverse needs of the modern traveler. Why it matters for hotels and resorts: Guests, especially younger generations, are increasingly prioritizing sustainability in their travel choices.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2025

In 1995, ICE Chairman and CEO Rick Smilow acquired the school and expanded its offerings, adding new courses of study, creating specially-designed facilities, expanding geographically and regularly updating the curriculum to reflect the ever-evolving culinary industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2021

Existing reservations can now be confirmed through text, which could also mention any promotions that encourage guests to visit in person: a personalized drink special or complimentary appetizer, extra loyalty rewards, etc. They can, for instance: Offer box lunch specials for pickup by those working from home.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A small menu hints at luxury, signaling to the audience that the items listed on a menu have been hand selected to deliver a more special experience. This notion is particularly important to the traveler who wants to immerse themselves in the local culture and experience what the location has to offer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Chef Kristen Kish travels the world in search of the people, places, culture and traditions behind the world’s most remote restaurants. Other episodes take her to Norway, Brazil and Maine.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2020

Accordingly, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act has special provisions designed to ensure that those affected will still have access to desperately needed rescue funds. Department of Labor, more than 60 percent of March job losses came from restaurants and bars. The Paycheck Protection Program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Social media is a great place to share any winter or holiday specials you’re offering, creating more buzz around your business. Consider making food that travels well for those who select curbside pickup or delivery. Offer Specials and Competitive Pricing. Consider Adding Festive Menu Items.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Use it to share updates, special events, or new menu items. For example, you can promote your seasonal dishes or happy hour specials. When done right, it helps keep your restaurant at the top of customers' minds, encourages repeat visits, and promotes special events or menu items. It's an active marketing tool.

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EATER

MAY 14, 2025

In my home city of Dallas, though, every East Coast oyster is traveling hundreds of miles to make it to my plate, which is why Im more likely to see a Wellfleet or Blue Point oyster priced at $3 or more at a restaurant here. Theres a level of consistency from oyster to oyster, and thats really special.

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EATER

MAY 21, 2025

This approach persisted long after African nations won their independence in the 20th century, upheld by assumptions among safari operators that luxury travelers expected Western food and imported ingredients instead of local flavors. Africas rich culinary traditions were largely excluded. Today, some safari menus tell a different story.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The restaurant has been, is, and hopefully will remain a special place for gathering, celebrating, relaxing, learning about, and enjoying the work of the chef and mixologist. It is, after all, the experience that makes dining special and allows restaurants to play such an important role in communities. Is the experience in jeopardy?

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

It will stand out as truly special. The cheese is from a local artisan maybe even a rich bleu or 5-year aged cheddar something that is truly special and all you. Why not change from being a coffee shop to becoming that third place, a special spot with extraordinary product, a great story, and refreshing experiences?

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 15, 2020

Where dining out just fifty years ago was considered a luxury that was reserved for special occasions, it is now an absolute necessity. [] RESTAURANTS ARE ESSENTIAL TO OUR ECONOMY. To the chef – the canvas is their plate and to the restaurateur it is the art of hospitality, making customers feel welcome and special.

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EATER

MARCH 26, 2025

The Travel buds Grand hotels are home to some of the French capitals most exciting and elegant meals, according to Eaters local dining expert and guidebook author Hotel restaurants tend to have a special energy. Locals and travelers linger for hours beneath the hotels glass-canopied central courtyard, sipping coffee and cocktails.

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Social Hospitality: Restaurants

MAY 18, 2020

According to the data from the 2019 Travel and Hospitality Industry Outlook by Deloitte , industry growth is consistent throughout the past decade. That’s not just because people are traveling more. Create Special Offers for Customers. If you travel around the Provence, you will likely miss this beautiful village.

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EATER

MARCH 25, 2025

As he travels the country eating at these restaurants, often accompanied by his wife Ronni and other family members, Lees built his own brand of family-run business. The experience of being able to meet so many different people from different cultures and backgrounds has been so special.

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EATER

OCTOBER 18, 2024

When I was a kid, I vowed to be the grown-up who would give out jumbo chocolate bars or really special candies — no peppermints, tiny caramel hard candies, or tragic pennies allowed. In fact, every time I travel, I make sure to pick up a pack of local candy to see what flavors are popular in other parts of the world.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 24, 2020

Starting in July, Visa street teams will visit merchants to provide “back to business” kits with new point-of-sale materials, branding, educational resources and special offers. 'Travel Safe' Tools. Travel Safe features are available in all 49 markets where Tripadvisor operates. Todd Graves.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

It’s impacted almost every part of our lives, from how we work and shop to how we travel and entertain ourselves. Once the government’s ‘ one-way road to freedom ’ was announced earlier in the year, UK travel companies cited a huge surge in enquiries from people keen to holiday on home ground this summer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 22, 2022

Our indoor restaurant business started to improve in August of 2019 as more people started to feel comfortable about traveling, especially within driving distance. Everyone has their own way they want it but believe that Lobster is perfect for summers and special occasions. What do you feel is the enduring appeal of a lobster roll?

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The Rail

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

As a restaurant owner, you can capitalize on these trends by showcasing seasonal menu items, behind-the-scenes kitchen prep , chef interviews, clips of special events, and customer testimonials to provide an authentic glimpse into the restaurant operations that fosters trust. Special events make for good video content as well.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Restaurants can also send push notifications that let customers know about ongoing deals, like Taco Tuesday or special brunch menus. For those who still haven’t, it’s worth reconsidering now as inflation impacts customer travel and spending. Consider Expanding Delivery Options in Your Market.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Gifts, special meals, travel, and most importantly – family time consumes the next few weeks. As you travel to other parts of the country for the season – probably a family visit – say thank you to the TSA worker for keeping us safe, shake the pilot’s hand, and smile while offering season’s greetings to the flight attendants.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 1, 2019

The funny thing is that these small businesses – in this case – restaurants – cannot survive on that once-a-year recognition, or even the occasional special event. Don’t they understand how much more special the experience will be in this little bistro with two people in the kitchen, a bartender and two servers?

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The Rail

MARCH 25, 2025

Offer exclusive deals, special menu items, or limited-time discounts. To make the event even more special, you can introduce a memory wall where customers can leave notes about their favorite experiences at the old location. Craft a well-designed email that shares details about the move, the opening date, and any special promotions.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 9, 2021

The answer is obvious – if those involved directly or indirectly with your team feel the magic of your operation, feel it in the same way that the guest does, then they will perform better, look forward to their work, engage better with others on the team, and feel part of something special. This is your time – your personal experience too.

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EATER

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Pasta has been sort of watered down as it’s traveled around the world. When you’re doing a one-pot pasta, you’re just throwing ingredients together and leaving out what makes cooking special. It’s seen as more of a fun “sponge,” and everyone’s obsessed with the sauce. The enjoyment of cooking is actually cooking.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

The festive nature and exclusivity of a pop up with special offerings available for a limited time appeal to consumers’ desires for culinary adventure and offer opportunity for chefs to express themselves in a unique way without the constraints of working in a restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2021

Only include items on your delivery menus that you know are going to “travel” well. Entertainment is also an effective way to make any meal special – can you provide games for guests at their table? Make sure that every guest’s dining experience is the best it can be. Live music?

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EATER

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

When it launched in 2008 , Airbnb promised to digitize short-term rentals, convince more travelers to couch surf instead of booking a hotel room, make it easier for guests to find trustworthy hosts, encourage locals to open their homes and communities to strangers, and overall make travel feel more personal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Only offering one touchpoint for ordering can come across as antiquated to many travelers or patrons. A few factors a POS can help measure include daypart data, location performance, employee performance, item performance, specials and promotions results, and average check size.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Supporting nearby farmers boosts your local economy and means you’ll get fresher products that haven’t had to travel far distances to get to your restaurant. Transform yesterday’s leftovers into today’s specials. Use tech tools to manage your supply chain. Offer more plant-based meals to reduce costs.

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The Rail

JUNE 6, 2025

Local sourcing keeps food fresher by cutting travel time and helping surrounding farmers. Sharing pictures of dishes, special offers, and events keeps people informed and intrigued. . #2 Fresh and Local Ingredients Elevate the Menu Using fresh, locally grown foods freshens the menu and demonstrates quality consciousness.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

More Business and Pleasure : “Bleisure” travel is on the rise and next year we predict more people will be combining their business travel with personal leisure, leading to extended stays and more opportunities to explore. 53 percent of people are now redeeming the cards, up 13 percent from 2022.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 3, 2022

Increase in specials and promos. Consumers can use this savings to pay for the gas it takes to travel to the restaurant for a dine-in visit. For a limited time in July, prices are rolling back to the '80s with a special menu of classics, available at all Bertucci's restaurants for dine-in guests. "Our

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