politics

3 milestone developments restaurants shouldn’t miss

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 11, 2018

Though little-noticed, these events could have lasting and profound effects on the industry.

Why it sucks to operate restaurants in Calif.

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 05, 2018

The last two weeks have brought a slew of new laws that affect the restaurant industry. Here’s a look, a sort of pre-Halloween scare.

Marketing

Politics and restaurants prove a volatile mix

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 28, 2018

A Washington, D.C., hot spot quickly backtracked from a promo tied to the Kavanaugh hearings, while an Atlanta beer specialist drew fire for hosting a controversial candidate.

Workforce

Fight for $15 plans 'massive' action against restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 28, 2018

The union-backed group is inviting workers across a number of industries to bolster the pressure by joining what it's calling a three-day "coast-to-coast uprising."

Workforce

3 political developments the restaurant industry should be watching

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 18, 2018

Little-noticed ripples on the labor front hold profound implications for foodservice employers.

Operations

5 restaurant stories you likely missed, but shouldn’t have

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 07, 2018

This week’s head-spinning moments include customers’ decision to secretly redecorate a McDonald’s and the capture of possibly the restaurant industry’s most notorious dine-and-dash artist. And it wouldn’t be a news roundup without a story involving Donald Trump.

Workforce