Historically speaking, the act of breaking bread has brought people from disparate backgrounds together more than social media or apps. Our smartphone usage uneasily coexists with this more classic way of socializing. 10 years of near-universal smartphone ownership has brought about huge changes in how we communicate, socialize and relate to one another. And of […]
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Imagine yourself in a room bathed with green: Green paint on the walls and a green chair to sit in. On a green table there is a green plate – with a green napkin and a green macaron. When you reach down to take a bite of your macaron and take a sip of the […]
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Reducing waste has significant economic, environmental and social benefits and is a priority for many businesses. If you are looking to reduce your company’s waste, customers may be the key. With a little encouragement, they can help you dramatically reduce the amount of waste your business produces every day through simple actions, like taking only […]
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Pizza: It’s arguably America’s favorite food and has proven itself to be one of the leading growth drivers in the fast casual industry. In fact, in 2016, three of the five fastest-growing brands in the restaurant industry were pizza chains, according to Technomic. How can this tried and true classic food experience a huge boom […]
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Picture this: a busy restaurant, a long wait list and a newly-vacant table that needs to be ready for the next guest. The staff are likely clearing the table and trying to quickly turn it around, cleaning and sanitizing the surface as fast as possible. But, are they doing it correctly and efficiently? Maybe in […]
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The “Big Game” in February is one of the most widely-watched sporting events in the United States. The game brings people together to watch football, but also centers around food and socializing. For restaurants, this is arguably one of the biggest profit-earning days of the year, especially if your restaurant has big screen TVs, sells […]
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In today’s highly competitive market, a strong brand is more essential than ever for a successful business. A brand is not just a logo or a tagline; it’s what your company represents — who you are, your values, and how you want to be perceived. If done right, this point of difference will help you […]
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What’s Hot Culinary Forecast. The National Restaurant Association’s annual What’s Hot culinary forecast predicts food and menu trends for the coming year. For 2015, the NRA surveyed nearly 1,300 professional chefs – members of the American Culinary Federation American Culinary Federation (ACF) to find out what the hottest menu trends will be. Read more at […]
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