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Heading into the new year, leading chefs and restaurant owners talk about the ongoing staffing shortage, changing menus, restaurant technology, and more.
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Get tips and advice on coming up with a name for your restaurant that will grab attention, attract guests, and stay top of mind. Name your restaurant with confidence.
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The ultimate holiday playbook for restaurants
Everything you need to succeed, from Valentine’s Day to New Year’s Eve
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15 creative restaurant promotion ideas and strategies for 2023
Learn how creative restaurant promotions can benefit your business. Find out what to research in advance and how to create the perfect promotion for you.
A busy owner’s guide to restaurant social media strategy
Here’s how to reconnect with longtime fans and introduce yourself to potential new guests on the biggest platforms. Get tips for Instagram, TikTok and more.
10 ways restaurants can win holiday regulars in 2022
Grab the people who need to figure out what’s for dinner every day during the busy holiday season. Get them in once, and you may see them every week until 2023.
Logistics tune-up
How to iron out operations for shifts smooth as butter.
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How to increase restaurant sales: 11 smart strategies for 2023
Learn simple strategies that boost restaurant sales, whether your restaurant is new, long-established, or simply not always at max capacity.
What is a POS system in a restaurant? Plus, how to choose one
Learn what a POS system is and why it's an essential piece of restaurant tech. The right one can make running your business faster, easier, and more successful.
Contactless payment systems: What every restaurant needs to know
Get all the facts on contactless payment systems for restaurant owners to help decide if this guest-friendly new restaurant technology is right for your business.
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