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Riding the commodity price roller coaster

 By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 02, 2009

Among the dark clouds of recession, restaurants have so far found at least one silver lining: the cost of basic foodstuffs.

Restaurant Industry Outlook Remains Uncertain (NRA)

 By Restaurant Business Staff on Jan. 07, 2010

The outlook for the restaurant industry remained cloudy in November, as the National Restaurant Association’s comprehensive index of restaurant activity registered its third decline in the last four months.

Restaurants Likely To Wean Customers Off of Steep Discounts/Deals

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 20, 2010

CHICAGO (May 19, 2010)—Restaurants offered a host of deals and discounts over the past two years to entice recession-ridden consumers to visit. With signs...

Promoting Portland

By Dana Tanyeri on Aug. 29, 2010

When Food Services of America (FSA) fights for its customers, it’s not just about beating back competitors. It’s also about fighting for customers’...

Consumer Trends

Food price inflation: Up or down in 2011?

Nov. 29, 2010

This year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture forecasted the lowest consumer price index rise of food prices since 1992. However, due to expected higher food commodity and energy prices, this trend is not likely to continue. With that in mind, the USDA is predicting an inflation of food prices in 2011.

Cartoons Are Not Just for Kids

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 21, 2011

Jay Siff, Founder and CEO of Moving Targets, is committed to helping you make more money. With his 18+ years in retailing and 18+ years in direct marketing,...

Consumer Trends

U.S. moms make similar restaurant decisions

Sep. 26, 2011

A recent study by Technomic and C3 Brand Marketing finds that regardless of ethnicity, moms are the most likely members of their families to make decisions on restaurant patronage.

Technology

Mobile restaurateurs

By Amanda Kooser on Apr. 23, 2012

The Great Food Group in Atlanta could give the local Apple Store a run for its money with the sheer number of iPhones it has in use.

Consumer Trends

Burger fans tell all

May 08, 2013

May is National Burger Month and many restaurants are celebrating with promotions of the all-American favorite. In addition to grilling up specials, Hard Rock Cafe conducted a survey of their fans around the globe to get a handle on international burger-eating habits.

9 growth tactics for franchisors

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 02, 2014

The economic backdrop for restaurant chains is changing, and smart franchisors will adjust accordingly, said Todd Jones, managing director of brand management and business development for GE Capital, Franchise Finance. He offered these specific tips for brands’ home office.

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