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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

"The pandemic forced the restaurant industry to reinvent itself overnight, moving from a primarily in-store dining experience to an omnichannel, digital-first business. These changes have become permanent shifts in how they target customers, market themselves, and design their offerings." As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry.

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What goes into creating a memorable dining experience?

Hospitality Magazine

Restaurants are one of the most powerful mediums when it comes to creating memories. Theyre a go-to destination for celebratory occasions from birthdays and anniversaries to casual catch-ups with friends and treat-yourself solo outings. Its not hard to come by high-quality food and drink in Australia thanks to the caliber of culinary talent on our shores, which means a stand-out dining experience all comes down to the finer details, or the secret sauce, says Lucas Restaurants Operations Manager

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Drinks industry survey open to hospitality workers

Hospitality Magazine

Hospitality workers have the opportunity to provide valuable insights into the drinks industry to help improve job roles, address key issues and ensure more support, as part of the new Data Census Survey for the drinks industry. Launched in a collaboration between global drinks industry community Celebrate Her, hospitality training platform Allara Global, and consumer intelligence experts CGA by NIQ, the new survey is designed to gain real insight into the drinks industry and the people who work

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How to Create a Positive Hiring Experience to Attract High-Caliber Candidates

Horizon Hospitality

Hiring in the hospitality industry is highly competitive, and attracting top talent requires more than just posting a job opening. Creating a positive hiring experience can set your business apart and ensure you secure the best candidates for your restaurant, hotel, senior living facility, or other hospitality business. Heres how you can optimize your hiring process to attract high-caliber professionals.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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The Opportunities for Highly ADA-Compliant Hotels

Larry Mogelonsky

The hotel industry has seen an explosion of new brands and sub-brands over the past two decades, and this trend shows no signs of abating. This diversification is driven by various forces, with a prominent rationale being that emergent brands can better appeal to niche interests, microsegments or specific customer identities. We see this trend in the rise of the extended stay category (Home2 Suites by Hilton, Residence Inn by Marriott, Hyatt House) and the growth of serviced apartment or apartho

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The debut of appellation as an immersive culinary hotel brand

eHotelier

For hotel brands near the top of the chain-scale, the requirement for creating meaningful experiences that embrace sense of place becomes essential.

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Effective Hotel Turnover Strategies: Keep Top Talent

Hotelogix

Let's dive deeper into the world of hotel turnover and explore how we can keep our star players on the team. After all, in the hospitality game, your staff is your MVP. Understanding Hotel Turnover Hotel turnover isn't just a fancy term for "people quitting" - it's a complex issue that can make or break your business. In 2025, we're seeing turnover rates that would make even the most seasoned hotelier break out in a cold sweat.

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50 Years of Culinary Excellence: Celebrating ICE’s Anniversary

Modern Restaurant Management

Who would think that one of the world’s top culinary schools was founded in an Upper West Side apartment? Originally known as Peter Kump’s New York Cooking School, the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) has played a pivotal role in shaping the food landscape for 50 years growing from just five students in the first year to now more than 19,000 graduates.

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Hatching a Plan for Easter to Increase Bookings and Revenue

Revenue Hub

Easter is more than just chocolate eggs and family gatherings – its a prime opportunity for hotels to maximise revenue and attract diverse traveller segments. NB: This is an article from Userguest , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date With the right strategy, you can turn the Easter holiday into a high-performing period for your property.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Hunter St. Hospitality launches new cocktail bar above Rockpool

Hospitality Magazine

Hunter St. Hospitality the group behind Rockpool Bar & Grill, Sak Restaurant & Bar, and The Cut Bar & Grill is launching Rockpool Lounge, a late-night cocktail bar above its namesake restaurant. Rockpool Lounge is set to open Thursday, March 13 and is aimed at patrons looking for an elegant bar to unwind or conclude an evening. Bar Manager Leonardo Zuccardi Merli developed the cocktail menu with classic recipes featuring modern twists at its heart.

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Preserving a Palazzo and Pioneering Its Future with Six Senses Rome GM Francesca Tozzi

eHotelier

At the luxury and ultraluxury levels, what we see throughout the world is not just lavish amenities and impeccable service, but a dedication by the brands

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Top Strategies to Increase Guest Reviews for Your Hotel

STAAH

Guest reviews are more than just ratings, they shape a hotels reputation and influence traveler decisions. Understanding their impact is the first step toward leveraging them for business success. Why Guest Reviews Matter Guest reviews play a critical role in shaping a hotel’s reputation and influencing potential guests’ booking decisions.

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The Pandemic Pivots That Stuck

EATER

Five years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, our relationship to food and dining has undergone some permanent changes I got COVID for the first time this past February. I was lucky to have a job I didnt need to be physically present for, no children that needed care, no underlying health conditions, a booster shot, and ample, union-bargained sick leave.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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The ultimate guide to Revenue Management Systems (RMS)

MEWS

Your shift at the hotel is over, it's time to head home and get some rest. The next morning, everything looks great as every room is booked. But then it hits you there was more to gain. An event in town drove demand way up, and the rates were set to your standard (and low) prices. Revenue that could have been captured is now lost.

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Paisano & Daughters launch fourth Newtown restaurant

Hospitality Magazine

The final piece of Paisano & Daughters’ Australia Street dining strip is up and running in Newtown. Osteria Mucca joins new additions Flora and Mister Grotto alongside Continental Deli. The restaurant’s name is a nod to the history of the building, with mucca translating to ‘cow’ The former butchery has been converted into a cosy dining room with tokens to the past found throughout.

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Smart spending in 2025 for greater cost effectiveness

eHotelier

Pause for a moment and take in the broader landscape of the hospitality industry. Youll see that labor challenges, from shortages to rising wages, will remain ongoing issues.

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Hotel Payment Trends: Buy Now, Pay Later & More

Hotelogix

Hey there, savvy hotelier! Let’s chat about something that’s probably keeping you up at night - payment methods. I know, I know, it’s not the sexiest topic, but trust me, it’s the secret sauce to boosting your bookings and keeping those guests coming back for more. So, grab your favorite beverage, and let’s dive into the wild world of hotel payments in 2025!

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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A Guide to Martie, the Online Store That Sells Fancy Snacks at a Huge Discount

EATER

Martie is like a high-end version of the Marshalls food aisle all at up to 70% off and I cant stop shopping it Unlike some people (snobs), I have never felt any apprehension about the food section at Marshalls or TJ Maxx or Home Goods. In fact, I make a beeline there, eager to see what marked-down multicolored pastas and bargain-bin pseudo-gourmet cookies might await me.

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Lessons from the Pandemic: What Restaurants Need to Know Now

Modern Restaurant Management

Five years have passed since the pandemic upended the restaurant industry, and its effects continue to shape consumer behavior. Are people dining out more or less? What’s driving their choices? How can restaurants stay ahead? Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) explored these questions in its latest consumer report, Adapting to Change: How Restaurant Trends Have Evolved.

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Entries for 50 Best Restaurants Scholarship now open

Hospitality Magazine

The next generation of culinary talent is invited to apply for The 50 Best Restaurants Scholarship for a chance to win an internship at two of the world’s leading fine diners and a trip to Italy. Global entries are open to chefs with less than three years of experience in a professional or equivalent kitchen from 17-31 March. The scholarship returns this year after a brief hiatus. “We are thrilled to reintroduce the esteemed 50 Best Restaurants Scholarship for 2025,” says Willi

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How All-In-One PMS Technology and Integrations are improving housekeeping

eHotelier

Housekeepers are the backbone of the hotel industry, but they need a little help to support our business today.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.

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STAAH and Espire Hospitality join forces for a change

STAAH

STAAH partnered with Espire Hospitality to streamline operations and optimize revenue across the groups wide portfolio of hotels and resorts. This collaboration addresses Espires operational challenges, improving efficiency, and ensuring long-term growth. Tackling Operational Challenges Despite its growth, Espire Hospitality faced challenges with rate management complexities, and limited reporting insights, which impacted its ability to manage and scale effectively.

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Why Alternative Capital Is Key to Unlocking New Development

Lodging Magazine

Securing financing for hotel development continues to remain challenging. Traditional lenders continue to scale back, and those still active are offering significantly lower loan-to-value (LTV) ratios, making it difficult for developers to move projects forward. Higher interest rates further complicate the landscape, forcing developers to pursue creative capital solutions.

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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

"As awful as it was, the pandemic pushed restaurants to completely rethink their operations in order to survive, and some of the changes they made during the pandemic have continued to be beneficial to those restaurants and industry at large." As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry.

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Australian Garlic Bread Co. launches new range

Hospitality Magazine

Tip Top Foodservice, the trusted bakery leader behind the renowned Australian Garlic Bread Co. brand, is proud to announce the launch of its newest additions: the 7″ garlic bread sub and the 7″ garlic bread catering loaf. Keeping the same gold standard in quality that Australian Garlic Bread Co. is known for in its larger 9 garlic breads, these new products are designed to meet the markets evolving demand for cost-conscious options without compromising on taste or product integrity.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.