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MRM Research Roundup: Catering, Kiosks, Tipping and Dry January

Modern Restaurant Management

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news about an influx of catering orders, the topic of tipping, the rise of kiosks and affordable Michelin restaurants. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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Today’s news in brief – 7/10/24

Hotel Owner

After briefly leaving in 2004, he returned in 2015, completing 23 years with the Cairn Hotel Group. The eco-friendly restaurant, featuring artwork by Alice and the Ink, offers locally sourced dishes and caters to various dietary needs. Johnson attributes his success to strong teamwork and leadership.

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Staycity acquires £40 million Stratford site

Serviced Apartments

Staycity Group was founded in Dublin in 2004 by CEO Tom Walsh and his brother Ger Walsh. The properties operate under the Staycity Aparthotels and the premium Wilde Aparthotels brands, and cater to both business and leisure travellers. It is expected to open in the second half of 2026.

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Double crown for HotelREZ

HotelREZ

Results from The Caterer survey included 96.5% Event organisers highlighted our ability to adapt to the individual needs of our employees, facilitation of local community engagement and volunteering, a corporate emphasis on mental health and wellness, and an overall wholesome company culture.

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KAJ to acquire five hotels in Sioux Falls, SD

Hotel Business

While the company has been based in Sioux Falls since 2004, this marks the first properties owned and managed by KAJ in the market. of flexible meeting space with full-service catering. Sioux Falls, SD-based KAJ Hospitality has signed two separate agreements to acquire five hotels in southern Sioux Falls.

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HotelREZ announces 74 new hotels amidst continued global expansion

HotelREZ

These signings bring a diverse range of high-end properties into the HotelREZ portfolio, catering to business and leisure travellers in major cities throughout the region. Across the Atlantic, expansion in Canada and the USA includes the Vitality and LuxUrban hotel groups.

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The Evolution of Social Media: Past, Present, and Future

Social Hospitality

In 2004, Facebook changed the game. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (now X), TikTok, and LinkedIn dominate the landscape, each catering to different demographics and content styles. Businesses were slow to adopt these platforms, unsure of their value or how to leverage them for brand promotion.