Hospitality Magazine

MAY 5, 2025

The Worlds 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2025 have revealed 17 world-beating Australian restaurants, with a podium finish for Margaret in Sydney. Margarets second place consequently positions the Neil Perry venue as Australias best steak restaurant, according to the Worlds 101 Best Steak Restaurants 2025 awards.

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Hospitality Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The nightclub will showcase amazing local and international talent, offering the same high-quality dining experience of the restaurant but with much more of a spirited and nightlife-focused energy,” says Becher. The post Pelicano bar and restaurant arrives in Potts Point appeared first on hospitality | Magazine.

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Hospitality Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

When Kim Currie and David Lowe opened The Zin House on the Lowe Family Wine’s 1000-acre estate in Mudgee, it was because the property already had a building which “lent itself beautifully to a restaurant”. One year after opening, the restaurant received its first hat. Before they knew it, they had staff working five or six services.

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Hospitality Magazine

MARCH 16, 2025

The Bentley Restaurant group has sold its Potts Point vegan fine diner Yellow to Head Chef Sander Nooij and his business partner Mark Hanover. Over his five years at the restaurant, Nooij has focussed on fermentation and sourcing vegetables from small suppliers. Now the head chef will act as chef-owner of the operation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The restaurant experience was once solely comprised of human-to-human, in-person experiences. Then, in 2020, we saw the restaurant industry go through a major digital upheaval, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are two places where I predict AI will have a majori mpact in the restaurant industry in the new year.

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Hospitality Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The restaurant is delivering a halal-certified menu of Nikkei cuisine – Japanese food infused with Peruvian (and in this case also Brazilian) influences. The restaurant is alcohol free and is trialling a curated selection of non-alcoholic wines and a significant mocktail menu crafted with in-house carbonation, infusion, and fermentation.

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Hospitality Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

A restaurant that’s been crowned the Best in Asia a record four times has been named as the top culinary destination for 2025. The restaurant made its return to the rankings in 2023, rising up the list in the years following. The Highest Climber Award was given to Chef Tam’s Seasons, which jumped 40 spots to secure the no.9

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Hospitality Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Efendy Group Somer Sivrioglu has confirmed Efendy Group will open a seafood-centric restaurant inside the Sydney Fish Market, which is slated for completion later next year, according to the SMH. Group Executive Chef Arman Uz will run the kitchen of the 280-seater restaurant, which will be the largest eatery at the Fish Market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The rapid evolution of payment technology over the past decade has had a profound impact on industries worldwide, and the restaurant sector is no exception. In 2025, the restaurant industry will continue to adapt to these payment innovations, with a focus on eliminating cash transactions and prioritizing seamless, digital payment methods.

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Hospitality Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Prawn toast tostadas and classics like sweet and sour pork are already drawing mega crowds to Sydneys newest Australian-Chinese restaurant. Annandales Double Happy Chinese Restaurant is the debut venue from Linchpin Hospitality, led by CEO Terry Soukoulis. Club in Redferns new Wunderlich Lane precinct, and The Waratah in Darlinghurst).

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

With 59 percent of customers hanging up after calling in and waiting for a minute or less, according to Linga, restaurants are missing out on a lot of business. The average restaurant operating a sit-down dining experience can miss 15-30 percent of incoming calls on average, with that number possibly being even higher during busy hours.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2024

When hiring restaurant managers, qualities like organization skills, experience and leadership are always at top of mind. However, many traits exist that often go overlooked in the hiring process impacting the success of a restaurant. Here are three traits that often go overlooked when hiring management positions within restaurants.

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Hospitality Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2025

Tomorrow marks the start of the Year of the Snake, and restaurants around the country are celebrating with exclusive menus and special deals. Ginger Restaurant, Parkroyal Monash For a more affordable option, Executive Chef Punit Fernande has crafted a three-course set menu for $68 per person, running 29 January to 4 February.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2024

On October 1st in Chicago, Meta’s Restaurant Summit brought together more than 100 marketers from some of the most recognizable franchises in the industry for a buffet of diverse programming, discussion, and exploration into the world of restaurants. This is where social media is uniquely positioned to help restaurants win big.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 13, 2024

The restaurant industry is a case in point, where employment has yet to climb back from pandemic-induced losses. According to the National Restaurant Association (NRA), as of October 2023 eating and drinking places were 14,000 jobs below their February 2020 level. Staffing and workforce management tools are also proving useful.

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Hospitality Magazine

MAY 14, 2025

Small restaurant and caf owners in the Greater Sydney and Greater Melbourne can now apply for grants of $23,000 through the American Express Backing International Small Restaurants program. Applications for the Backing International Small Restaurants program are now open and close on 1 July. More FAQs are available here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The restaurant industry is a hotbed for bacteria, with the potential for contamination lurking around every corner. High-Touch Havens for Germs Menus, tables, chairs, and toilets are among the most frequently touched surfaces in a restaurant, making them prime breeding grounds for bacteria.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 14, 2025

Experts have deemed recovery from the pandemic “complete ,” but a new set of challenges has emerged for restaurants: labor shortages, disrupted supply chains, and extreme weather. Understanding the Impact of Disruptions Running a restaurant has always been a balancing act. percent annually.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Long after the restaurant industry felt the most significant impacts of the pandemic, echoes still reverberate in the form of workforce realities and operational challenges. After millions left the industry in 2020, restaurants responded by increasing wages and leaning into incentives to attract employees back.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In a time where restaurants are challenged by rising costs and labor constraints, the rise in severe weather adds another challenge that owners and managers must plan and solve for to protect people and assets. While there is no way to guarantee protection against weather damage, proactive steps can help restaurants prepare well in advance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2024

What are some common fraud activities you are seeing that affect restaurants? million restaurants in the U.S. Platforms will use promotions to incentivise different stakeholders, including consumers, drivers and restaurants. In 2023, over 1.5 were registered on food delivery platforms like Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats.

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Hospitality Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Internationally lauded restaurant LEnclume is once again taking over Balmorals Bathers Pavilion for a multi-week residency. It marks the restaurants second visit to Australia , after it sold out five weeks’ worth of sittings in 2023. It is the only restaurant from the area to have received three Michelin stars.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2025

Employee Appreciation Day, observed on March 7, offers organizations in the restaurant industry a special chance to honor the incredible dedication, hard work, and unique talents of their team members. Restaurant employees are the heart of the dining experience, and their commitment keeps the industry thriving.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Imagine pouring your heart and soul into your restaurant, only to watch your tables remain empty night after night. One of the building blocks you must put in place before starting a restaurant is market research. Today, we’re giving you a roadmap on how to do restaurant market research well.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The holiday season is both an exciting and challenging time for restaurants. Flexible Scheduling for Better Work-Life Balance Flexibility is often one of the most valued benefits in any workplace, but it’s especially meaningful in the restaurant industry, where irregular hours are the norm.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Customers are spoiled for choice with restaurants. Incorporating video testimonials into your restaurant marketing strategy can showcase authentic experiences that build trust and engage prospective customers, turning them into loyal regulars. Few businesses rely on reviews and word-of-mouth recommendations as much as restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2025. It is atop the list for restaurants looking to modernize, differentiate, and elevate experiences. Data, Data, Data. As of 2024, over half of U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The outlook for restaurants is complicated. The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) demonstrates that a combination of inflation, consumers with less disposable income and rising labor costs have created a difficult market for restaurant owners. And the list goes on.

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Horizon Hospitality

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In today’s competitive restaurant landscape, providing memorable customer experience is essential. By creating dining experiences that feel unique to each guest, restaurants can foster stronger connections with their patrons and encourage repeat business. Creating personal experiences for customers requires the right leadership.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Rule 204 approaching, restaurant operators stand to gain improved confidence in the safety and quality of the food they serve. Why Traceability Matters for Restaurants Traceability is deeply connected to the day-to-day operations of a restaurant.

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