Employee Appreciation Day is just around the corner, so thanking your employees should be at the top of your March to-do list. Finding creative ways to reward your employees will show them that their hard work is both noticed and appreciated. Set up a staff recognition wall Thanking your employees shouldn’t just happen on Employee …

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Do the words “new customer reviews” send shivers down your spine? They shouldn’t! Opening yourself up to the vulnerability of feedback isn’t exclusive to therapy, so it is time to start planning for success and cultivating more reviews for your restaurant. On average, customer reviews help legitimize your business and provide an 18% increase in …

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“Would you like to see our dessert menu?” Yes. Always. But actually selling a dessert can be difficult. After all, it’s much easier for a customer to dismiss a new menu than an entree, appetizer, or cocktail. We start thinking about the bill, relieving the babysitter, or how a slice of cake might impact our …

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Adopting a healthier lifestyle is one of the most common new year’s resolutions, which means that more and more restaurant-goers are on the lookout for healthier options. Luckily, catering to customers that prioritize healthy eating doesn’t have to involve changing your entire menu. You can help your customers achieve their health goals by incorporating healthy …

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Did you know that your restaurant disposables can make or break your customer’s takeout experience? Read on to learn the importance of quality takeout containers and discover the best disposables for your restaurant. The Importance of Quality Disposables There are many great ways to cut costs as a restaurant owner, but ordering the cheapest restaurant …

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Soup season is in full swing, which means that bread bowls and hand-blended concoctions are ready to soothe our souls and warm our bellies through the holiday season and deep into winter. But while chili and chicken soups are stalwarts year-round, your customers might want a little something extra to make our darkest months a …

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From corporate holiday parties to local charity events, there’s a good chance that you’ll be catering an event or two this holiday season. Regardless of the guest count and final menu, having the right catering products and serveware on hand will help your event run smoothly. These holiday catering essentials will make your food stand …

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Thanksgiving is almost here, which means it’s time to feast and give thanks for the bounties we receive both in and outside of the kitchen. Let’s face it — it’s easy to take things for granted. From iPhones to driverless cars, easier doesn’t always mean better, and a never-ending avalanche of new products isn’t necessarily …

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Once the sun sets on summer and fall settles in, warm pies become the de facto dessert of choice to combat the ever-encroaching winds of winter. But these popular pies aren’t just the stuff of bakeries and mom-n-pop shops. Check out some of our favorite pies and the essential pie products every kitchen needs to …

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The summer season has officially come to an end, which means that it’s time to bring back all of your favorite fall menu items. Many people agree that soup is the ultimate fall comfort food. There’s just something life-changing about enjoying a hearty bowl of soup on a crisp, fall day. If you want to …

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Are you thinking about opening up a bakery, but aren’t sure what tools you need to get started? Or, maybe you already own a bakery and feel like your inventory is missing something. To help your bakery succeed, we’ve come up with a list of essential tools that every bakery should have on hand. 1. …

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Pumpkin, spice, and things that taste nice. Fall is finally here, and it marks the return of comfort food and carbs that were stolen from us to pay for our dreams of beach bodies and summertime brats. It is the season of harvest, bounty, crisp air, and fall menu items. Each new season comes with …

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With September being Food Safety Education Month, now is a great time to review how to practice proper food safety and sanitation in your restaurant. According to QSR Magazine, foodborne illnesses such as norovirus and salmonella cost the foodservice industry over $55 billion each year. This is a hefty price for something that can be …

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Restaurant food costs are rising and grocery shoppers aren’t the only ones feeling the sting of a 10.4% increase over the last year. The average restaurant profit margin is 3-5%, and high prices force restaurant owners to make tough decisions or risk raising prices themselves. It’s never been more important to cut costs while you …

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Buying high-quality food storage containers is an investment worth making. According to RTS.com, “The restaurant industry spends an estimated $162 billion every year in costs related to wasted food.” That not only has a negative impact on our planet, but on your bank account as well. Getting your food to stay fresh longer doesn’t take …

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What makes summer feel like summer? Sure, the weather certainly helps, but woven within the fabric of every summer delight are the tastes, activities, and people we meet when nights are warm and days are hot. From the smell of a firework to the view from a rooftop bar, there are quintessential experiences we all …

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Every year after the Fourth of July, American BBQ hits a brick wall. The excitement of ribs, brisket, and burgers begins to fade as we wander away from the summer stalwarts that’ve graced our grills up to this point.But North America isn’t the only land with BBQ prowess, and if we want to keep our …

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Concessions like peanuts, Cracker Jacks, and hot dogs are as American as baseball and apple pie. But as our diets and tastes have evolved over the decades, so too have our culinary expectations. After all, when’s the last time you actually tried a Cracker Jack?Nevertheless, ballpark concessions are still a thriving industry. Hot dogs alone …

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Have you ever thought of adding a catering service to your restaurant business? With outdoor parties becoming more and more popular, many restaurant owners have discovered that expanding into the restaurant catering field is very lucrative. This blog will explain the equipment you’ll need to enter the catering industry and why you should consider it.  …

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Food trucks and concession trailers make huge profits. In this blog we’ll discuss the equipment and supplies you’ll need to do it right. See our blog now! In an era of uneasy pandemic restrictions and struggling businesses, perhaps no one felt the sting of change as systemically as the food service industry. Over 9,000 bars …

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