Tech Tracker: How tech plays a role in the rise of dynamic pricing
Juicer creates a competitive pricing analysis tool, plus AI-enabled tech features launched this month from SpotOn, Chatmeter, and more.
Why restaurant brands are seeking more ‘special trip’ traffic
Conventional brands are adding things like six-pack cookies and shakes to win special trip intents over fast-growing specialty concepts.
Tech Tracker: Automation is becoming a must-have for restaurant marketing
BentoBox launches new marketing platform that includes automated email and SMS to customers, ARO launches an AI-powered marketing platform, and more
Rebuilding The Planet One Cup At A Time: Turning Used Coffee Grounds Into A Foundation For The Future
How a team of RMIT researchers in Australia are repurposing spent coffee grounds into a stronger, more sustainable concrete
The loyalty program evolution makes its way to the full-service restaurant category
More full-service brands have added or iterated their loyalty programs recently, driving frequency and engagement.
Kol: Recreating Mexican Flavours with Seasonal British Produce
Chef-owner Santiago Lastra of the award-winning Kol in London is making waves with his innovative Mexican dishes prepared with seasonal British produce.
4 Initiatives That Tackle Food Waste For Restaurants, Bars and Hotels
From socially motivated initiatives to data-driven food waste solutions, here are some innovative projects that may catch fire in 2024
How the restaurant industry is breaking down gender equality barriers
Several major restaurant companies have vowed to achieve gender pay and representational parity. And while much progress has been made, some challenges remain in the way of full gender equality.
Restaurants bring mental health into focus
The pandemic and demand from younger generations have served as catalysts for more restaurant companies to add mental health programming and benefits.
Restaurant operators shrink the store, not the experience
New prototypes cater to the off-premises customer with efficient models for service
