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Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Technology

How COVID-19 upended restaurants' conservative approach to tech

 By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 09, 2021

Restaurants getting by on old, patchwork systems had to shift gears last year, according to a new report from J.P. Morgan and FreedomPay.

Leadership

3 buzz terms that belong in any savvy restaurateur's vocabulary

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 08, 2021

'Pandemic,' 'COVID-19' and 'lockdown' are so 2020. Here are the buzz phrases currently in play.

Emerging Brands

The Melting Pot bets experiential dining makes a strong comeback

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 07, 2021

The fondue concept says table traffic is soaring as consumers embrace the opportunity to socialize in a post-pandemic environment.

Marketing

Latest vaccine incentives could be a shot in the arm for restaurants, bars

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 03, 2021

The latest round of enticements for the uninoculated include free drinks at a favored eating or drinking spot.

Operations

After sharing restaurants’ pain, distributors strive for a smoother alliance

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 03, 2021

They describe the pandemic as a unifying force that triggered changes in how they’ll operate going forward.

Financing

After $800B in loans, PPP comes to an end

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 01, 2021

The loan program stopped accepting applications on Monday, but is still processing requests in hand. It provided a lifeline to more than 450,000 restaurants and hotels.

Financing

Missed your chance at a Restaurant Revitalization Fund grant? Don’t be so sure

By Peter Romeo on May 27, 2021

Restaurateurs whose applications won't be considered before the $29 billion fund runs out would have a shot at quickly collecting if Congress replenishes the pool.

Financing

Family dining looks for transformation after 2020’s struggles

By Peter Romeo on May 27, 2021

The sector’s biggest players indulged in considerable reinvention attempts as they felt the loss of breakfast and particular challenges at off-premise.

Financing

Congress eyes $20B for hotel hiring, but a union says, 'No thanks'

By Peter Romeo on May 25, 2021

A Unite Here local says the money will further enrich owners and operators without necessarily trickling down to workers. It's pressing for direct aid to unemployed members.

Operations

Which states are next to fully reopen restaurant dining rooms?

By Peter Romeo on May 21, 2021

The list is short because the number of jurisdictions already permitting full use of restaurant dining rooms has grown to more than 3 out of 5 states.

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