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Restaurants introduced a record number of limited-time offers last year. Where were the sales?
The Bottom Line: The restaurant industry, eager for sales and traffic in a difficult year, issued more new products than they ever have. Yet it hasn’t worked to get customers in the door.
Technology
Why Wonder bought a media company
Tech Check: With Tastemade, the food hall-delivery company will create an advertising business that spans the digital and physical worlds.
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One big post-pandemic change at restaurants: More people are dining alone
The Bottom Line: As off-premises sales at restaurants have taken off over the past five years, more consumers are eating alone, and often in their cars. What is the impact on the industry?