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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

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Not only will this avoid wasting resources, it also will ensure they avoid a potential spike in wasted food – and ultimately their costs – due to the increased demand from online orders. – Frenchie Audette, VP of Food Service at Divert In 2024, the restaurant industry continued to adjust to changes sparked by 2020.

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What Travelers Want in F&B and US Foods Scholars

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According to the data, 65 percent of Americans would choose one hotel over another if that hotel stay includes complimentary breakfast, and 51 percent would be more inclined to book a hotel room that includes a complimentary drink or meal upon arrival. Loyalty rewards for their restaurants and bars: Almost 1 in 3 (32 percent).

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MRM Research Roundup: Labor Struggles, Holiday Habits, and Food Truck Trends

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Diners will be planning ahead this year, with 31 percent planning to book three to four weeks out. Results also indicate that restaurants and bars should expect to see high demand for large party bookings, with 52 percent of diners planning group outings of eight or more. Of those, 14 percent plan to book five or more weeks out.

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5 Tips for Outdoor Catering

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All summer, caterers work hard, as customers take advantage of nice warm weather and summer schedules to plan events. Through it all, the catering companies that outshine their competitors know how to work with the realities of the summer season like heat and sun that can impact outdoor kitchen activities.

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Virtual Acceleration, Raising the Bar and Insult Monitor

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As the company kicks off a year of expansion with sights set on opening brick and mortar stores in LA and Chicago, DDK provides a way to expand the brand in a new market close to their hometown without the typical associated overhead costs and to expand their catering business. Two-Hens Growth Fueled by Accelerator Program.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Church’s Goes Hybrid and Curry Up Incentives Now

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. “We achieved record sales this summer, due in large part to our innovative initiatives that capitalized on the fast-changing consumer environment, our commitment to providing fresh, flavorful foods like our new Brilliant Berry Salad and continued strong off-premise sales. Jennifer Chandler owns The Village Brew Coffee House.

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Why Your Commercial Kitchen Needs a Backup Generator

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With backup generators, you will have the essential equipment running in case of an outage, ensuring uninterrupted operation and food safety. Improved security One of the essential parts of a food service business is ensuring the security of the customers, staff, and resources. What Can Cause A Power Outage?