Self-Driving Cars for Delivery – Is Your Restaurant Ready?

Self-driving cars are not yet widespread, but testing is ongoing. Common wisdom is that delivery of packages and food will ramp up much faster than actual human transport will. Ford, Toyota and several other manufacturers are running pilot programs. There has been some bugginess, but it truly is the way of the future, so it’s… Read more »

The Marshmallow Experiment

Inside each of us, a tumultuous war rages. One side offers immediate gratification, the exhilaration of living life in the present, and the excitement of spontaneous enjoyment. On the opposing side of the battlefield: patience to endure the uncertainty of the future, the cognitive ability to remain focused on a singular task or goal, and… Read more »

Food Trends to Jump on Right Now

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As they say on Project Runway, “One minute you’re in, the next minute you’re out.” That’s just as true for restaurants as it is for design. But when it seems like new food trends are rolling out daily, how can you decide which ones to jump on and which to skip? It’s important to hang… Read more »

GDPR Starts at the End of May – Are You Ready?

Do you know what GDPR is, and how it could impact your hospitality business? Here’s an overview of what you need to know. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a law passed by the European Union (EU) regarding the management of the personally identifiable information (PII) belonging to citizens of its member countries. This… Read more »

The Hottest Restaurant Trends in 2017

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As we enter the warmer months of 2017, several trends are emerging in cuisine, beverage, technology and restaurants. Some of these trends are brand new and others have built on prior successes. It remains to be seen which will be a flash in the pan and which will have real staying power. Here are the… Read more »

How Can Your Restaurant Pair with Airbnb Visitors?

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Airbnb has thrown a scare into some segments of the hospitality industry. They are in direct competition with hotels and resorts. But restaurants would be wise to embrace this trend, viewing it as an opportunity rather than a threat. You would think that since Airbnb guests are considered to be budget-minded and often have access… Read more »

How Does a Hospitality Recruiter Help Your Restaurant Find a New Chef?

What’s your primary responsibility? Is it hiring? Probably not. However, chances are you’re spending way too much time on it. Hiring well is essential, but it’s time-consuming and difficult to get right. Partnering with a hospitality recruiter can help the process go much faster and easier. How? They know the players Choose a recruiter who… Read more »