Despite consumers saying they value eating out over home cooking, a paradox has emerged; upscale casual dining is losing ground to fast casual. A whopping 83% of people say they…
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In the ever-evolving restaurant landscape, family restaurants are undergoing a renaissance, embracing an era of immersive, experience-based dining. Modern menus cater to both young palates and adults, while technology and…
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If there’s one thing that’s certain in the world of restaurant and bar design, it’s that change is the name of the game. Over the years, we’ve seen everything from…
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There are many reasons people abstain from alcohol—pregnancy, medication interactions, or training for a marathon. But trendy “Sober October” and “Dry January” have evolved for many to an all-the-time lifestyle,…
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The restaurant industry has long provided a personal connection to its customers. But in the face of unprecedented challenges like staffing shortages, inflation, and supply chain issues, it’s time for…
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The sharing economy is infiltrating every segment of consumer life, and the dining experience is no exception. The growth in popularity of food halls is a great example of how…
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More than a decade ago, a food cart became a path for sex-trafficking survivors to reclaim their lives through employment. Called Freedom a la Cart, the social enterprise stemmed from a…
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Ghost kitchen this, BOPIS that, drive-thru now, sit down later. You’ve heard the terms, but why, after decades of the same, are restaurants now reinventing themselves on the fly? The…
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