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What’s the best state in which to operate an independent restaurant?

By Heather Lalley on May 17, 2019

A new study of local restaurant transactions reveals which tiny state is big for indies.

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Can empty wells in a steam table be left uncovered?

By Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. on May 16, 2019

In this case, just because you can leave an empty well open doesn't mean you should, Advice Guy says.

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Legal Sea Foods’ new problem-solving philosophy brings a sea change

By Peter Romeo on May 15, 2019

With inspiration from an unlikely source, operations have changed significantly inside the kitchens of Legal Sea Foods, the high-volume polished-casual operation concentrated along the East Coast.

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5 political developments restaurants should be watching

By Peter Romeo on May 15, 2019

A handful of state and local proposals could build into major causes for celebration--or concern.

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Navigating the tricky world of charitable giving

By Julianne Pepitone on May 13, 2019

How restaurant operators can make charity an important part of the business without allowing it to take over.

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Restaurants feel the heat over CBD-infused menu items

By Peter Romeo on May 10, 2019

The federal government has promised to provide some clarity, but restaurants likely run a risk in the meantime if they use the cannabis derivative as an ingredient.

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Independent restaurants feel the squeeze of an Impossible Burger shortage

By Heather Lalley on May 09, 2019

The meatless burgers have been a consumer hit for many, so much so that the company can’t keep up with demand.

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Top 3 ways to save on restaurant business insurance without skimping on coverage

Sponsored content from our partner Intrepid Direct Insurance on May 09, 2019

An extra-large pizza is great—until your insurance broker joins the table. Add unnecessary coverages and multiple insurance providers to the order, and the hungry middleman has taken a 20% slice out o...

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