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From shoestring concept to hatted restaurant: The Zin House story

Hospitality Magazine

When Kim Currie and David Lowe opened The Zin House on the Lowe Family Wine’s 1000-acre estate in Mudgee, it was because the property already had a building which “lent itself beautifully to a restaurant”. One year after opening, the restaurant received its first hat. Before they knew it, they had staff working five or six services.

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The man behind Sydney’s first omakase is opening a new restaurant

Hospitality Magazine

Its a mentality that has driven the chef since he left Ocean Room to open Sydneys first eight-seat omakase restaurant, Raita Noda Chefs Kitchen, about a decade ago. Now, Noda is in the process of opening his next venture, a 15-seat restaurant on the edge of Surry Hills and Redfern. At our restaurant, you can sit and see everything.

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2025 Cybersecurity Outlook for Restaurants 

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant experience has quickly become a digital landscape. In 2025 and beyond, restaurant executives should be on the lookout for increasing point-of-sale (POS) systems attacks, AI-powered social engineering tactics, and greater supply chain cyber vulnerabilities. Unfortunately, this makes them a frequent target of cyberattacks.

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Restaurant Staff Training 101

7 Shifts

Have you ever walked into a restaurant, excited for a great meal, but the server can’t answer your questions about the menu? There was a time when 70% of F&B employees didn’t receive training for customer service. A well-structured restaurant training program will let you turn this around.

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Transforming Hospitality Experiences: Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT in the Industry

Speaker: Joseph Guszkowski - Senior Technology Editor, Restaurant Business | Jay Ashton - National Brand Activation Manager, Sysco | Dan Maimone - Global Director of Customer Success Operations, Harri

ChatGPT has made a significant impact on the hospitality industry, particularly in restaurants, by revolutionizing customer interactions and improving overall experiences. Don't miss out on this exclusive panel, where three restaurant thought leaders will share their insights on the benefits and applications of ChatGPT.

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How to Safeguard Your Restaurant in the Face of Severe Weather 

Modern Restaurant Management

In a time where restaurants are challenged by rising costs and labor constraints, the rise in severe weather adds another challenge that owners and managers must plan and solve for to protect people and assets. While there is no way to guarantee protection against weather damage, proactive steps can help restaurants prepare well in advance.

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How Restaurants Can Use Digital Hosts

Modern Restaurant Management

With 59 percent of customers hanging up after calling in and waiting for a minute or less, according to Linga, restaurants are missing out on a lot of business. The average restaurant operating a sit-down dining experience can miss 15-30 percent of incoming calls on average, with that number possibly being even higher during busy hours.