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How To Do Restaurant Week the Right Way

Modern Restaurant Management

As Restaurant Week is returning across the country, and with that also comes fresh opportunity as diners are returning to restaurants with excitement and new expectations. The event celebrates another year of connecting hungry guests with discounted meals at restaurants all over the country, and 2022 is shaping up to be a different experience than in years past.

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The Eater Guide to Alaska

EATER

It’s wildly delicious Food in Alaska has a certain magic to it. If it comes from nature — like blueberries, herring eggs, moose meat, or salmon — it’s connected to the vast, wild place. If it comes from elsewhere, as almost all store-bought food does, it has novelty and, often, mysterious origins. If it’s prepared following a method from a homeland thousands of miles away, it’s full of longing and nostalgia.

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Want to Improve Productivity? Make Sure Your Upgraded POS System Has These 7 Features

Restaurant Engine

You can improve productivity with the right POS system. You know that a point-of-sale system (POS) is great for your customers, enabling them to have a bit more control when ordering or paying for their meals. Did you know, though, that a POS system is great for managing your business and improving your efficiency? And do you want to improve your productivity?

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Flyr Labs swoops up Newshore for airline e-commerce tech

PhocusWire

Spain-based Newshore helps airlines improve the customer experience and boost online direct sales through its e-commerce, customer management and content management technology.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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My One Piece of Advice For The Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

As I sat down to write this article, all I could think about was how the foodservice industry is so vital to our daily lives. When we don’t want to cook, we call our favorite restaurant. When we want to celebrate our wins, we gather at our favorite restaurant. When we want comfort in tough times, we order from our favorite restaurant. Some of our best memories include our favorite restaurants.

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J.D. Power: Overall Hotel Guest Satisfaction Declines

Guest Experience: Lodging Magazine

Hotel occupancy rates are on track to approach pre-pandemic levels this year as travelers get back on the road and in the air to make up for two-plus years of deferred vacation plans. However, according to the J.D. Power 2022 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index (NAGSI) Study, the surge in demand and steadily climbing prices have not been met with a corresponding improvement in amenities or services.

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Your summer vacation 2022: What to expect from the travel industry

EHL Insights

Many of us have hardly left our country of residence, if at all, in the past 2-3 years. This year, the headwinds have changed, consumers are craving to finally get away and the statistics are starting to reflect a strong determination to do so. To decompress from the past few years, a far-flung location is on the wishlist for many, but whilst the virus seems to have become all but a distant memory, the subsequent challenges it has brought are all very real and ongoing with regards to our summer

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How Does a Single-Location Independent Operator Restaurant Compete with Chain Franchises?

Modern Restaurant Management

Even in the best of times, it’s mostly been an uphill battle for single location restaurants to compete with chain franchises. Differences in manpower, brand recognition, technology and marketing budgets have all presented significant challenges for single location restaurants to compete for market share. With the onset of the pandemic, the restaurant industry cratered after experiencing massive labor shortages and business loss, compounding the existing challenges.

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An Adobo in Every Pot

EATER

Mixed adobo and lumpia at the Valley Restaurant in Juneau, which serves traditional American fare but also Filipino foods like adobo and lumpia. Adobo’s long history in Southeast Alaska reflects the history of Filipino migration, the realities of what economies open to the Native Tlingit, and how the two communities came together “You Filipinos may have invented chicken adobo,” says Chuck Miller, a.k.a.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Case Study: Managing Large Restaurant Venues

Eat Restaurant Management

Our latest case study takes a look at La Cuadra de Salvador , an exclusive American-style steakhouse restaurant, that recently opened a new location in the San Isidro district, located on Calle Santa Luisa con Tradiciones. The restaurant is well-known for using very high-quality meat imported from the United States as their main ingredient, attracting visitors from around the world.

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How a Restaurant Online Ordering System & Smart Strategy Add Up to Success

NCC USA

If you operated a table service restaurant before 2020, chances are your business looks a lot different today. Restaurant online ordering is on pace to grow from an $82 billion market to $200 billion by 2025. That growth has restaurants of all concepts and sizes wondering how to get a share of that revenue. Deploying the right restaurant online ordering system and adapting your business strategy can lead to continued success, even as customers change how they prefer to dine.

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Creating Opportunities for Ukrainian Refugees

Modern Restaurant Management

The team at Manifesto Market wanted to do something to support Ukrainian refugees by providing job opportunities. They began an initiative to support the opening of a restaurant by a Ukrainian chef or entrepreneur and offered space in Manifesto And?l for the first Ukrainian restaurant, which opened in three months time. Manifesto's investment is estimated at $40,000, including a six-month free lease and initial fit-out.

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Netflix’s ‘Iron Chef’ Upsells the Glory of Winning a Cooking Competition

EATER

Claudette Zepeda competes on an episode. | Adam Rose/Netflix. “Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend” mirrors its Food Network predecessor but brings a deeper understanding of how a chef’s culture influences their food Ask anyone who enjoys TV cooking competitions what show’s their favorite, and they’ll likely have a different answer: It could be the stalwarts, Chopped and Top Chef ; new school streaming shows like Is It Cake?

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Win More in 2024: Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success

Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali

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Emerging Restaurant Technology Trends To Watch Out For in 2022

Eagle Owl

If not earlier, restaurants are now finally adopting technology to manage their restaurant operations. This has happened majorly due to the sudden jolt delivered by the global pandemic. But better late than never, because it was long due for restaurants to hop onto restaurant technology trends to survive the tough competition. ? Get your hands […].

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Email marketing for hotels: Comprehensive guide

SiteMinder

Table of contents. What is hotel email marketing and why do you need it? Email marketing is one of the most viable and cost-effective ways for your hotel to reach guests and boost direct bookings. Marketing through multiple channels, both traditional and emerging, can significantly increase costs at your hotel. Email is a simple way to market effectively on a lower budget, and still drives great results.

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How to Avoid Getting Ghosted at Interviews

Modern Restaurant Management

In today’s market, it seems that just about every restaurant is hiring. Job candidates have their choice of any number of open positions – and the most qualified applicants get snapped up fast. When they land a job, candidates often don’t contact the other companies where they have applied. Why? Sometimes they’ve lost track of where they have applied.

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FX Orders Up a Second Season of ‘The Bear’

EATER

Photo by MICHAEL TRAN/AFP via Getty Images. Get ready for more Carmy thirst, and hopefully an answer as to how they got all that money in those cans This summer’s breakout TV hit is, without question, The Bear. The FX series, starring Jeremy Allen White alongside a stellar cast of restaurant world personalities has been hailed as an authentic portrayal of the chaotic world of running a restaurant , and now it’s coming back for a second season.

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Unlock Restaurant Success: Mastering 7 Vital Employment Laws

As a restaurant leader, your plate is full with responsibilities, from staff management to serving up delicious dishes. But amidst the hustle, there's a crucial area you can't afford to overlook – employment laws. In this comprehensive eBook, we'll unveil the seven essential employment laws every restaurant leader must master. We'll break down the intricacies of each law, showing you how it directly impacts your business.

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7 Ideas de marketing para restaurantes de presupuesto cero que debería emplear

The Restaurant Times

Con los rápidos desarrollos e incidentes que se producen en la industria de F&B, las reglas del marketing de los restaurantes han cambiado. El marketing ha evolucionado a lo largo de los años y, con la llegada de “Internet”, el marketing para restaurantes se ha expandido a pasos agigantados. Hoy en día, el marketing para restaurantes no se limita a las modalidades online u offline, sino que requiere un enfoque omnicanal.

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Marriott Hotels and TED-Ed Further Partnership With Immersive Guestrooms

Guest Experience: Lodging Magazine

BETHESDA, Maryland—Marriott Hotels, the signature flag of Marriott Bonvoy’s 30 hotel brands, furthers its partnership with TED through its educational arm TED-Ed, to debut their first-ever immersive experience outside of a TED conference. The rooms feature interactive activities integrated into the Marriott Hotels guestroom design. Recommended for families and friends ages seven and up, the San Francisco Marriott Marquis has the inaugural launch.

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The Importance of Staying Up-to-Date on Liquor Laws and Insurance Coverage 

Modern Restaurant Management

The climate of the hospitality industry is forever changing. Based on completely unpredictable occurrences such as the COVID pandemic and societal realities such as violence at bars and restaurants, hospitality establishment owners have a lot to consider when it comes to their coverage. The most important thing new owners should know about insurance coverage is that it’s a vital part of running their business.

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In Remote Alaska, Meal Planning Is Everything

EATER

In a town where most ingredients need to be grown or painstakingly shipped in via bush plane, everyone’s invested in eating well In March 2020, when pandemic stay-at-home orders had just started and everyone was figuring out how to get groceries and purchase in bulk for the next several weeks, I already had a chest freezer full of food and a pantry stocked with months’ worth of meals at my home in Fairbanks, Alaska.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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From OTAs, travelers want more price predictability, travel updates

PhocusWire

According to a report from OAG, North American travelers say OTAs can improve the booking experience through better price predictability and more real-time updates.

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NRN editors discuss Starbucks store closures, McDonald’s buying out franchisees, Dave & Buster’s shaking up the C-suite

Nation's Restaurant News

Plus, hear from Cava CEO Brett Schulman on the healthful chain’s new menu items and growth plans

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How to Use SEO To Boost Your Bookings

Bed and Breakfast Coach

To join our SEO Workshop and turn your website into a magnet for your ideal guests, email me: yvonne@bedandbreakfastcoach.com now. Welcome to the Digital Marketing for B&B Owners 3 part series – this is part 2 and today we’re going to cover “SEO” or search engine optimization to give it its full title. What is SEO and how to put it to good use in your B&B business, to bring you more direct bookings, thereby saving you money on commissions and attracting better quality guests who spend mo

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Kimchi With a Side of Whale

EATER

Maktak being cut in preparation for the annual spring whaling celebration, Nalukataq. A Native staple and its unexpectedly perfect complement bring Alaska’s many cultures together on the plate Jillian Moreno is cutting maktak — whale skin and blubber — with an ulu, a curved knife like a handheld half-moon. The maktak has been in the freezer since the end of the spring whaling season, and after sitting out for a few minutes it has barely thawed.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i