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Operations

Dickey’s put a restaurant up for sale. Its franchisee was surprised

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 31, 2023

The fast casual’s franchisees say they’re struggling with its price restrictions, coupled with high costs. And one operator says the barbecue chain put her store on the market without her knowledge.

Financing

What to expect with food prices in the coming months

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 09, 2023

A Deeper Dive: Commodities expert David Maloni joins the podcast to talk about the state of commodity prices and explains why beef costs are rising and chicken prices remain low.

Food

Pork suppliers warn that a significant price hike is coming

By Peter Romeo on May 11, 2023

They say a decision Thursday by the U.S. Supreme Court is certain to increase growers' costs while cutting into supplies.

Technology

How Taco Bell and KFC are using technology to lower their food costs

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 10, 2023

The fast-food restaurant chains are using artificial intelligence to make their weekly supply orders, which is designed to increase accuracy and cut back on food waste.

Operations

With costs and guest expectations rising, operators are forced to do more with less

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 09, 2023

Smarter sourcing, menu and labor management, coupled with tech advancements, are working to improve front- and back-of-house efficiencies and the customer experience.

Operations

How upcycling unleashes creativity, and profitability, in the kitchen

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 02, 2023

More restaurants are finding new and innovative ways to cross-utilize ingredients in their kitchens. Operators say it promotes creativity while lowering food costs. And consumers are increasingly demanding it.

Food

Wing concepts gear up for high demand and higher profits on Super Bowl Sunday

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 31, 2023

Chicken wing supplies and prices are back to pre-COVID or better levels, and operators are reaping the rewards and passing value on to consumers.

Financing

Food costs are down, but so are sales

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 20, 2023

The Bottom Line: Producer prices for food declined more than 1% last month, though eggs and beef were up. And restaurant sales declined.

Food

Soaring egg prices pose a dilemma for a.m. chains

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 20, 2023

Do they share the pain with patrons or sacrifice margin to spare guests from unpleasant surprises?

Food

Chefs turn to prix fixe and tasting menus to combat cost, labor and supply challenges

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 11, 2023

Both high-end restaurants and more casual concepts are finding some relief in more limited menus with set prices.

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