News, trends and case studies related to restaurant and foodservice operations, both front of the house and back of the house, including equipment, technology, food safety, management systems and other operational elements.
Restaurant Energy Management: A Success Story By Christine LaFave, Associate Editor - 06/17/2009
Energy-monitoring systems can offer immediate, measurable and consistent energy savings - and quick ROI. More
Del Taco to Open First Store in South Carolina 06/02/2009
here’s a new taco in town and it’s time to party! On Saturday, June 6, Del Taco will celebrate the grand opening of its first South Carolina location at 1800 Boiling Springs Rd. in Boiling with family entertainment including a rock climbing wall, carnival games and prizes, a 99-cent kids meal and free samples and a giant 15-foot Macho Burrito that will be hand-made, cut and served at noon.
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Restaurant Trends: 10 Things Learned From the 2009 NRA Show Kate Leahy, Senior Associate Editor - 05/21/2009
Unprecedented challenges in the marketplace make today the ultimate time to change "business and usual" habits. Here, 10 fresh ideas from the show’s exhibits, seminars and keynote speakers:
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Survival Tips Shared at NRA Show Keynote David Farkas, Senior Editor, Chain Leader - 05/19/2009
Industry leaders Joe Bastianich, Daniel Boulud, Steve Ells, Damian Mogavero and Sally Smith discuss menu pricing, food sourcing, and the importance of customer relations.
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