Published March 24, 2015

How Do You Sharpen Your Knives?

Dull knives have no place in anyone’s kitchen, but especially not your restaurant’s kitchen. An improperly sharpened or dull knife can compromise both the speed of preparation and the aesthetic quality of the food served. That makes a knife sharpener an essential kitchen tool, and there are many options to choose from.

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Social media is good for business!

There’s no denying it – we’re in the digital age. Technology and social media are part of life, and if your food service business still doesn’t have a presence on Twitter or Facebook you’re missing out on some easy advertising. This post from Shiftgig shows the top ten restaurants broken down by social media platform. […]

Published March 23, 2015

Gluten-free buns available from Culver’s

One of the biggest trends in food has been the gluten-free movement. Since gluten is present in most breads, sandwich shops have been missing out on the patronage offered by gluten-free customers. Culver’s is looking to change that with the introduction of a new gluten-free bun that can be used in place of the regular […]

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No Tips, No Trouble – Restaurant Pays Employees $15/hr+

There’s no doubt the food service industry is changing. Most restaurants and bars are integrating modern technology in every aspect of the business, but some are going the extra mile and changing their business models entirely. They’re doing things far differently than tradition dictates, and the results are promising.

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Pac-man themed restaurant invites customers to get their 80s game on!

Just like the restaurant industry, games have changed a lot over the years. Many games today focus on super realistic graphics and 3D emulation, while retro games are 2D, pixelated, and classic. Themed restaurant and entertainment center Level 257 recently opened at the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, and it’s a retro gamer’s dream come true. […]

Published March 20, 2015

Servers care about customers

When a little girl left a stuffed bear at an IHOP in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, server Debi Jean called upon the powers of the Internet to locate the owner of the lost toy. Debi got in touch with the Bitchy Waiter to help spread the message, and the post was shared by thousands. Finally […]

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Tips for Marketing to Older Consumers

Most marketing seems to be focused on capturing the attention of technologically-savvy millennials, but a large portion of food service patrons are older adults. The baby boomer generation is aging, and they require different attention.

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Dining out is taking the place of home cooking

The dining experience has been changing, and more people are going out to eat than cook at home. For the first time since the U.S. Census Bureau started tracking sales (1992), Americans are spending more money eating out in restaurants and bars than grocery stores, especially over the last year. Some people are eating out […]

Published March 19, 2015

A generous customer gave this server something to smile about!

When this server waited on an attourney in The Doo-Dah Diner of Wichita, Kansas, he had no idea his life would change for the better with a generous tip that went far beyond the table. Bryan Maixner suffered from extensive dental issues and he was working hard to raise money for the health insurance needed […]

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How Tablets are Increasing Efficiency in Restaurants

Restaurants have been run the same way for many years, but with the rise of mobile technology many restaurants are changing their game and seeing some huge benefits. Mobile technology not only makes seating and ordering more efficient, but it also offers delivery solutions and social marketing opportunities.

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