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Advertising ideas are often “short-term,” even when they work well. You rarely see door-to-door salesmen like you did in the past, but at one time, they were responsible for the rapid growth of some of the largest companies in the world.

Many business advertising ideas have ceased due to the rise of Google, Facebook and online channels. PPC, ad buys and SEO dominate the marketing landscape in 2023.

How much food waste do restaurants produce? In total, the US restaurant industry wastes 22 – 33 billion pounds of food. Putting this figure into perspective, in total weight, restaurants are tossing 27 million cows, weighing 1,200 pounds each, in the trash each year.

Food waste in the restaurant industry is a growing problem, but there are solutions that can help you start reducing this waste. You can help the environment and also reduce your overhead by getting full control of your inventory.

Shopping cart abandonment is a top concern for any e-commerce store owner, especially those who have just launched a new shop. Cart abandonment occurs when shoppers add items to their carts but never go through the checkout process.

For store owners, abandonment can be frustrating, and it can have far-reaching consequences. The good news is that you can take steps to reduce shopping cart abandonment and boost sales.

An organized bar is an efficient bar. Everything from the layout of your space to the bar organizers you install will have an impact on how quickly your bartenders can serve customers. But which bar organizers are ideal for your space?

First, it’s important to understand what you need and the types of organizers available. Then, we’ll take a closer look at some of our most popular organizers.

Restaurants remain in a period of flux, adapting to the ever-changing behaviors of consumers who demand fast service, top-quality food, the perfect atmosphere and more ordering options than you can count.

If you’re struggling to retain patrons or attract them to begin with, a prix fixe menu may be a way to lure in guests.

Coffee AI is already shaking up the world of coffee, but chances are, the advancements are a bit different than what you imagine. Coffee has been around since at least the 15th century, but its true origins are unknown.

Pure, delicious coffee beans are cultivated worldwide, and as enthusiasts will agree, there’s no room for artificial flavors. What there is room for with AI coffee is forecasting to ensure that growers can: invest better, produce greater yields, enjoy larger harvests.

Want to increase your bar profit margins? You need the right strategy – and proper management. Bar sales naturally have higher profit margins compared to food sales and there’s little overhead. 

In fact, the average beer and wine bar profit margin is 10-15%. 

But there’s always room for improvement.

Every restaurant needs shelving. From ingredients to dishware, storage shelves help keep your restaurant organized. But what kind of shelving should you choose? 

It’s important to find a solution that works for your restaurant and your kitchen layout. To help you make the right decision, we’re going to share storage shelves reviews of our top shelves and some points to keep in mind when comparing your options.

Every restaurant has at least one slow night. But with a bit of creativity and the right restaurant promotion, you can turn these slow nights around and get more customers through your door. Here are seven restaurant promotion ideas to boost your slow evenings.

Concession stand food is one of the best reasons to go to a fair or ball game. Delicious food brings customers to your stand, but if your organizational skills are lacking, you’ll find that everything can go wrong – quickly.

Even with easy concession stand food to serve, you’ll need concession stand layout ideas that optimize your space.

Marketing is what keeps your restaurant up and running. It’s what helps new customers discover your establishment and spread the word about your excellent menu and atmosphere. 

But when experts recommend allocating 3-6% of your budget to marketing, you want to know that you’re getting a good return on your investment. Calculating your restaurant's ROI will help you understand the impact of your marketing dollars and to make changes as necessary to improve performance.

Sinks are an essential component of any commercial kitchen. The number of sinks required in your kitchen will depend on several factors, including size and workflow, but as a general rule of thumb, it’s best to have at least one sink in every food preparation area. 

The question is: which sink should you choose? Let’s first look at the best materials for commercial kitchen sinks and the best types. Then, we’ll share our top picks for restaurant sinks.

Do you have a restaurant cleaning checklist? If not, you risk being fined. You might think, “my kitchen is clean,” but one misstep can lead to: health code violations, loss of customer trust, or even lost business.

We're going to share a restaurant cleaning schedule that will allow you to pass health code inspections, keep patrons happy, and ensure that you never miss key cleanings.

As a restaurant owner, you follow all ADA requirements for restaurants in your establishment. But what about your website? Is your site easily accessible and navigable for users with disabilities? 

ADA website compliance is becoming increasingly important for all businesses, including restaurants. It’s important to understand why compliance is necessary and how to ensure your site is following the guidelines.

Restaurant peak hours are fast-paced and stressful. If you don’t prepare for these hectic times, it can quickly turn into chaos in the front and back of the house. However, if you’ve been running your operations for any length of time, you know that there are measures that you can take to alleviate these issues.

Want to boost your restaurant's profits and offer healthy options for guests? Invest in a commercial juicer. 

Juicers make it easy to offer a variety of healthy drinks to customers, and fresh juice products often have high-profit margins with minimal overhead. Most establishments will find that there are many ways to incorporate juice into their drink menus, whether it’s new cocktails or freshly squeezed juice with breakfast.

Automation is everywhere. Businesses are trying to cut back on costs and use technology to streamline certain roles in their business. But can you automate customer service in a restaurant?

For many people, going out to eat is as much about good-tasting food as it is about socializing and talking to employees – including customer service. Talking to a real person is one of the difficulties when trying to automate restaurant tasks.

Has it always been your dream to open your own coffee shop? One of the most critical steps in making your dream a reality is choosing your shop’s concept.

What kind of coffee shop do you want to open?

We’re going to explore a few concepts and answer an important question: What do I need to open a coffee shop?

When was the last time you went through a thorough digital marketing audit? If you don’t know or it’s been years, it’s time to go through the steps of a full restaurant audit. We’re going to start with a basic definition first.

A gas griddle is a great addition to any restaurant kitchen. Thanks to its large cooking surface, you can cook multiple foods on the same surface and at the same time. The right setup and griddle size can greatly improve your kitchen’s efficiency.

But how do you choose the right gas griddle for your establishment? Let’s take a closer look at what you should consider when choosing a griddle and some of our top-rated models.

Successful restaurant management is both an art and a science. Along with managing staff, you need to find ways to keep your restaurant at the forefront of customers’ minds.

While every restaurant is unique, there are some general rules that can help managers improve their marketing.

Restaurant noise is one of the factors consumers use when judging an eatery. If the noise levels are too high, people won’t return. The issue of noise is so crucial that food critics are now reporting on noise levels when writing reviews. Interestingly, the in-depth study on noise in a restaurant found that if levels were too high, it also affected flavor and food texture.

Does your restaurant have a kitchen display system? If not, now may be the perfect time to invest in one.

Improved efficiency, order accuracy, and customer experience are just a few of the benefits that a kitchen display system (KDS) offers. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between a KDS and POS, their benefits, and how to use them.