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5 food and drink trends taking up permanent residence in hotels

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 27, 2022

As hotel restaurants and bars bounce back from the pandemic, F&B teams are changing the guest experience in step with changing expectations.

Beverage

North Italia’s Summer Sips menu offers cocktails inspired by each restaurant’s locale

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 19, 2022

Bartenders in the brand’s 10 regions crafted unique limited-edition drinks using Italian spirits and local flavors.

Food

4 ways Firebirds Wood-Fired Grill differentiates its menu

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 23, 2022

Head chef Steve Sturm shares how he and his team set the restaurant apart in the polished-casual space,

Food

A closer look at menu trends spotted at the National Restaurant Association Show

By Patricia Cobe on May 26, 2022

After four days of walking the Show floor and attending culinary demos and educational sessions, some overriding food and drink trends emerged.

Beverage

Restaurants revitalize bar service to spur alcohol sales

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 19, 2022

From bar-centric layouts to expanded cocktail menus, there’s a renewed focus on adult beverages, but some hurdles remain.

Beverage

Fogo de Chao beckons guests to the bar with menu refresh

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 08, 2022

New bar bites and handcrafted cocktails draw guests to lighter fare at the meat-centric Brazilian churrasco chain.

Emerging Brands

Why a small sandwich concept is breaking out of the fast-casual box

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 07, 2022

Zunzi’s was doing well as a traditional fast casual, its CEO said, but then it added a bar and sales soared. Now, it’s changed its franchising plans.

Operations

Fast casual Smashburger is adding a bar

By Heather Lalley on Mar. 25, 2022

The better-burger chain said it is looking to capitalize on consumer desire to socialize following the pandemic.

Technology

How to score on game days

Sponsored content from our partner DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS℠ on Mar. 08, 2022

Here are some strategies for a confident, strong reopening—as well as a sustained bouncing back.

Consumer Trends

Restaurants and bars up their zero-alcohol game to keep pace with Dry January

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 12, 2022

Drinkers who overindulged during the holidays and the growing ranks of sober-curious consumers are gravitating toward alcohol-free cocktails this month.

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