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

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On a positive note, people developed a deeper appreciation for social connection and the experience of dining out, making for more guests joining us in our restaurants. The staffing shortage continues and has been a challenge when trying to meet the increased surge of demand that arrived once things reopened.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

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” “We are controlling our reservations for winemaker dinners to keep the atmosphere more intimate. Both winemakers and guests enjoy the more direct and personal relationship established in a room with 20ish people. While we have made so many advances in AI and tech, a lot of people still seek out that human interaction.”

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MRM Franchise Feed: Church’s Goes Hybrid and Curry Up Incentives Now

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However, according to a 2019 report from the Federal Reserve Bank, 37 percent of all Americans could not cover an unexpected $400 expense without going into debt. ” Over the past year, Church’s has activated modified schedules for the Restaurant Support Center, which assists team members across the globe.

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