Published December 11, 2014

Illegal Pete’s has a business strategy worth talking about

Many factors must be considered when running a successful restaurant business. The quality of the food, the location, and the atmosphere are important – but perhaps most important of all are the employees. A happy, comfortable staff means happy, comfortable customers.

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Gelato on a stick!

Carpigiani is changing the gelato game with new innovations in frozen dessert equipment. It will be showing off its latest concept during the NAFEM show at the Anaheim Convention Center in February. Gelato has traditionally been scooped like ice cream, but Carpigiani’s system allows for the formation of gelato into bars on a stick that […]

Published December 10, 2014

The holiday season means big money for strategically placed restaurants

Mall restaurants see the highest amount of traffic during the holidays, especially on Black Friday. Sales in mall restaurants are strongly linked to the holiday season, receiving a large portion of their revenue during a short period of time. Gift cards are also a big draw during the holidays. Starbucks alone made $1.4 billion in […]

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Mmm, bugs!

I find insects fascinating. They outnumber us on this planet two hundred million to one. They’re highly adaptable, and they look like tiny aliens. They’re also an economical and environmentally sound source of protein. So why not serve them in your restaurant?

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Allergy-friendly practices can boost revenue

Food allergies are common, so what can you do to make sure guests with food allergies are served with care? At the third annual AllergyEats Food Allergy Conference for Restaurateurs and Food Service Professionals, AllergyEats addressed this question. Food allergy training was recommended for all staff. The approach could be customized in a way that […]

Published December 9, 2014

Label design has never been easier!

Based in Toronto, StickerYou is an online store that has taken affordable package labeling to new heights. Customers can design a label on the website to be created into die-cut stickers that follow the contours of the design perfectly. If you need a specific size label for a particular product, creating one is a breeze, […]

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Ugly sweaters to increase sales

Ugly sweater parties have become a new tradition. Dressing up is fun, even when it means dressing down. From hokey reindeer and snowmen to scenes way too full of holiday cheer, it’s easy to find a sweater that suits your style (or lack thereof). Now restaurants are also capitalizing on the craze!

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Looking for a portable hot plate?

There are lots of portable hot plates on the market to choose from for your business. Cadco hot plates and ranges are suitable for buffets, demonstrations, catering, and anywhere else portability is necessary. Several varieties are available that suit different needs. Cast iron hot plates deliver concentrated heat, while induction ranges offer instant heat and […]

Published December 8, 2014

Restaurant Shenanigans

Food service staff encounter all manner of crazy things while serving the masses. I’m sure many managers and wait staff have thought a restaurant would be a great setting for some entertaining television. Now it is!

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Happy Hours Can Boost Business

The traditional happy hour is changing, and all sorts of restaurants are adapting with creative discounted drink and food specials to attract customers during slow hours, and sometimes later into the evening. Even quick-serve restaurants are joining in. The discounts are worth the payoff in the end, since more traffic means more revenue and the […]

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