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As the coronavirus continues to force people to stay in their homes, many businesses are taking a hard economic hit—especially restaurants. The coronavirus has closed the doors of restaurants across the U.S., at least for dine-in. As restaurants scramble to navigate the process of transitioning to 100-percent takeout and delivery orders, we’re here to help
Relief for Struggling Restaurants: CARES Act 2020 On March 27, 2020, the federal CARES Act was passed to help address the unprecedented public health and economic crisis related to COVID-19. The law provides $300+ billion for Small Business Administration (SBA) loan guarantees and subsidies for small businesses, including restaurants. The CARES Act amends the Small Business Act,
Hiring a seasoned photographer and food stylist can put a huge dent in your budget. Fortunately, with today’s technology and phone cameras, restaurant owners have the ability to take their own professional-looking photos. We’ve assembled 20 tips on how to take top-notch photographs of your delicious dishes, unique beverages, and amazing space, including: What lighting
Summertime is the busiest season of the year for many restaurant owners. How your restaurant performs during the critical summer months can often mean the difference between ending the year in the black, or in the red. So, how do you attract more customers eager to celebrate summer by dining out without investing in pricey
Customer tastes are evolving and changing. While some consumers still prefer the full-service experience of dining in a restaurant, a growing number are developing a taste for delivery or takeout. In fact, online ordering spend is growing 300% faster than on-premise spend. It’s important for restaurant owners to understand how to meet the expectations of
With 51 percent of customers placing orders online or through an app, restaurant owners have an opportunity to boost sales by catering to this growing demand. Third-party delivery apps — such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and Postmates — provide consumers with flexibility and choice when it comes to ordering takeout and delivery. However, the
Restaurant sales grew by more than 3 percent between 2018 and 2019, and that growth is expected to continue as we enter the new decade. In order to keep up with growing customer demand, there are several trends restaurant owners will want to keep up on, including: The demand for more plant-based options The rise
Staying on top of the latest ingredient, food, and drink crazes can sometimes feel like a full-time job. As a restaurant owner, how can you be sure you’re jumping on trends that will be the next big thing, and not ones doomed to quickly fizzle out? Here are a few tips on how to research
With the year coming to an end, there’s still time to hold holiday-focused events at your restaurant. And one of the most popular is easily the classic New Year’s Eve party. However, while a big event can reap great rewards, there are some major hurdles to consider when executing NYE events at your restaurant. Make
The restaurant industry has an average 66.3% turnover rate. That means for every three employees you have right now, you’ll probably replace two of them within a year. Think about that for a minute. The time and expense it takes to constantly re-hire and re-train can take its toll on your restaurant management. Avoid the
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