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Peter Romeo

The musings of Editor-at-Large Peter Romeo.

Workforce

Why restaurants should care about Amazon’s union vote

An effort to organize a warehouse in Alabama was unsuccessful. And that could mean bad news is brewing for the foodservice business.

Marketing

Why restaurants should care about vaccine passports

The proofs of inoculation could be used to ensure guests are safe and know it. But the concept has sparked considerable controversy.

Leadership

Even in death, Kent Taylor remains a mystery

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 19, 2021

Kent Taylor, the founder and longtime CEO of Texas Roadhouse whose death was announced Thursday evening, was never one for explanations, never mind following convention.

Operations

4 signs coronavirus is spent (and restaurants can finally cheer)

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 11, 2021

One year after the deadly virus’ introduction, it’s getting a solid heave-ho.

Operations

‘Enough vaccine for every adult’: What Biden's revelation could mean for restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 03, 2021

The announcement was hailed as the best health news in a year. How about for the industry?

Operations

5 signs the restaurant apocalypse may be here

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 26, 2021

Cue the 'Twilight Zone' theme and hide the kids. Things are getting weird.

Operations

4 restaurant myths that have just been busted

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 23, 2021

Recent events have shown articles of faith on the minimum wage, catering, virtual brands and casual dining are nothing more than fake news.

Workforce

Governors ease restaurant restrictions

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 08, 2021

Even such sticklers as Andrew Cuomo are cutting operators some slack.

Leadership

Did Pizza Inn hire Nero and his fiddle?

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 06, 2021

The venerable chain’s parent company issued its assessment Tuesday of the 2020 presidential election, begging the question, “Why?”

Leadership

How the pandemic is restructuring restaurant companies

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 05, 2021

Big-name players are realigning top management to provide more flexibility and give additional attention to new revenue streams.

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