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Restaurant menu prices slowed in December

 By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 12, 2023

Prices for restaurant meals rose 8.3% year over year in December as full-service operators slowed their price increases. Inflation as a whole also slowed down in the month.

Technology

Wonder replaces restaurants on wheels with a better idea

 By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 12, 2023

Tech Check: Marc Lore's delivery startup is ditching vans for ghost kitchens. It may have stumbled into a winning concept.

Workforce

Starbucks wants corporate staff to return to the office

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 12, 2023

Noting that in-store workers don’t have the privilege to work from home, Interim CEO Howard Schultz said employees need to come into the office three days a week.

Technology

Black Bear Diner plans big tech upgrades for 2023

By Joe Guszkowski on Jan. 12, 2023

The chain is investing in a new POS system and QR code-based ordering, which it believes will enhance service while also helping staff.

Food

The Kebab Shop takes a secret menu item into the limelight and onto the permanent menu

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 12, 2023

The San Diego Wrap fuses the fast casual’s California and semi-Mediterranean roots into an original mashup.

Beverage

New Jersey aims to bring down the cost of a liquor license

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 11, 2023

Gov. Murphy said he'll work with stakeholders to reduce the price and availability of the permits, which can cost upwards of $1 million.

Operations

Restaurant Brands International makes strides in commitment to use 100% cage-free eggs by 2030

By Reyna Estrada on Jan. 11, 2023

The parent of Burger King, Tim Hortons and Popeyes is the largest restaurant group to publicly report on its progress in transitioning to cage-free eggs.

Operations

California restaurants brace for more rain after battering from multiple storms

By Lisa Jennings on Jan. 11, 2023

Operators across the state face flood damage, power outages and slow sales as atmospheric rivers drench the West Coast.

Financing

Rosser Capital invests in Kitchen Social

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 11, 2023

The private equity firm is backing a three-unit upscale concept founded by the former CEO of Bravo Brio Restaurant Group.

Food

A drop in chicken prices gives operators something to cluck about

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 11, 2023

Current costs and supply are favorable, giving chicken concepts a reason to celebrate after steady price increases. But the year ahead may bring changes.

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