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Famous Dave’s Continues to Master the Off-Premises Game

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4 Overlooked Spots Restaurants Need to Clean

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Something You Probably Didn't Consider with Ghost Kitchens

Food Safety

AFC Promotes Food Safety Studies

The AFC Foundation has presented a $10,000 gift to the Morehouse School of Medicine.

Food Safety

Famous Dave’s Continues to Master the Off-Premises Game

4 Overlooked Spots Restaurants Need to Clean

Something You Probably Didn't Consider with Ghost Kitchens

Finance

People bike by a restaurant outside.

House Passes $1.9 Trillion Relief Bill, Including Direct Restaurant Aid

Biden Changes Paycheck Protection Program to Aid Small Businesses

Cheesecake Factory Restaurants are Making $5M Per Year on Just Takeout and Delivery

Kitchen Equipment

Chefs at work in a restaurant kitchen.

How to Budget for Restaurant Maintenance

Oneida Hospitality Group Partners with Pasabahce Glassware

Introducing the Max Stax Cutlery Dispenser

Restaurant Design

During the more temperate months, restaurants were able to move dining outdoors but blustery weather will require more creativity.

Al Fresco in the Snow? Restaurants Try to Keep Outdoor Dining Alive

Restaurant Design Will Be Forever Changed by COVID

The Restaurant of the Future 3.0: Eight Drivers of Change in a ‘New Normal’

Consumer Trends

covid restaurant

Navigating the Coronavirus Crisis

Texas Lifts Capacity Restrictions and Mask Mandate

Join the Discussion: Why Breakfast Isn't Dead

Technology

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Building a Winning Restaurant in Today’s Digital Reality

HungerRush Launches AI-Driven Text-to-Order Solution

BentoBox Introduces New Loyalty Program and Marketing Features for Restaurants

Chef Profiles

Paola Velez

Chef Paola Velez, The Baker on a Mission

Good Eats Group Appoints Amanda Barnes Chef de Cuisine

One Off Hospitality Unveils 'Culinary Greats' Collaboration Series

Beverage

Restaurants no longer need an espresso machine to make killer coffee cocktails.

Rise of Cold Brew Paves the Way for Better Coffee Cocktails

SAPPORO U.S.A. Launches New Superior Light Lager

Gordon Biersch Introduces New Loaded Leprechaun Stout

Casual Dining

Applebee's steak and shrimp.

The ‘Restaurant Renaissance’ is Coming, and Applebee’s Will Be Ready

Cracker Barrel Featuring Homestyle Prime Rib in New Heat n’ Serve Meal

Buffalo Wild Wings Introduces New Truffalo Sauce for Limited Time

Labor and Employee Management

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Restaurants Warn Fast-Tracked Wage Increase Would Cost Jobs, Stall Recovery

How Buffalo Wild Wings Strengthened Company Culture During COVID-19

C3 Names Thomas Negrel COO of EllaMia

Chain Restaurants

Conserva tablescape.

How Barcelona Wine Bar Built a New Business During the Pandemic

IHOP’s Fast Casual Journey Will Reignite in 2021

BJ’s Launches Brewhouse Beer Club Program Across California

Menu Innovations

Hushpuppies from the restaurant Clementine

Post-Pandemic Food Trends: A Swing Back to Exploration

Red Lobster Shares St. Patrick’s Day-Inspired At-Home Recipes

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Introduces 'Garden of Flavors' Menu for Spring

Franchising

Pancake breakfast at Bob & Edith’s Diner.

51-Year Legacy Inspires Expansion at Bob & Edith’s Diner

Twin Peaks Expands Executive Team to Bolster Franchise Business

The Melting Pot Positions Itself for Franchise Growth

Marketing & Promotions

How to Navigate Localized Marketing Through COVID-19

Chili's Celebrates Birthday with Return of $3.13 Presidente Margaritas

Hooters Invites Guests to 'Round Up for Texas'

Delivery

During the pandemic, many restaurants turned to third-party platforms, but hefty fees have led some operators to rethink those partnerships.

The Third-Party Delivery Reckoning

Ember Group Creates Virtual Brand to Meet Demand Across Portfolio

Consolidated Restaurant Operations Brings Virtual Concepts to Dallas-Fort Worth Market