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Post-Holiday Blues: Tips for Boosting New Year Restaurant Traffic
Beat the post-holiday slump with smart promos, fresh menus, and winter-friendly strategies to keep your restaurant busy all season long.

GLP-1 Drugs and the Implications for Bars & Restaurants
GLP-1 drugs are reshaping dining habits—restaurants must adapt with smaller portions, nutrient-rich meals, and health-focused menu options.

Four Questions with Nick McMillan and Amanda Signorelli: Managing partners at the Golden Steer
The Golden Steer is more than just a steakhouse, it’s a piece of Las Vegas history. Sinatra, Muhammad Ali and Elvis dined there. Mob bosses

Four Questions with Anand Gala: Managing Partner of Gala Capital Group
Anand Gala’s life in the restaurant industry started at a very young age when his mother became one of the first franchisees for Jack-in-the-Box. Today,

News Bites – December 2024
December 2024 News Bites include inflation gap narrows, rebrands rise, Toast shifts to Uber Eats, job growth rebounds, and LA approves $30/hour wage by 2028.

Four Questions with Shannon O’Shields: VP of Marketing for Rubix Foods
Rubix Foods has its finger on the pulse of the hottest flavor trends and brings those trends to life for roughly 70% of the top

News Bites – November 2024
November 2024 News Bites include restaurant market share hits high, job growth slows, child care initiatives in Texas, overtime rule overturned, Starbucks adds delivery.

Robots in Restaurants: Front of House
Explore the pros and cons of using robots in your restaurant’s front-of-house to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the guest experience.

Restaurants Leaning into Gen Z
How restaurants can connect with Gen Z through inclusivity, simplicity, and unforgettable branded experiences.