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Peter Romeo

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Peter Romeo

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Sleeper stories of the week

Some of the industry’s most interesting developments weren’t the big headline-grabbers. But any savvy restaurateur wouldn’t want to miss these developments.

Beverage

Higher-priced options driving adult beverage sales, study finds

As the volume trend softens, consumers spark increased competition among premium beer, wine and spirits for drink orders in restaurants and bars.

Silence of the lambs

The industry is foolishly allowing the proponents of unionization to control the conversation about wages and opportunity.

So much for profits

The industry is poised to slip back into a price war. Yet quality, not dirt-level prices, is what’s selling. So why’s it happening?

Is it R.I.P. for rapid-fire LTOs?

Two widely used customer attractions may be falling out of favor in the restaurant business.

Financing

Domino’s today, by the numbers

Changes in product, systems and technology have changed several key metrics for the industry’s second largest pizza chain.

Four stories you probably missed this week

Not all of the juiciest restaurant developments are reflected in the mainstream media’s headlines. Consider these tidbits, for instance.

Franchising update: Deals, detours and new franchisors

Brick House signs first zee, Carl’s tries a sports theme, Krispy heads north, Hooters operator buys Fresh Juice. Plus, Dunkin' and Togo's square off in California, and Einstein Bros. tops the 3-0 mark in non-traditional sites for 2013.

Food

Romano’s breaks the 2-for-$20 mold

Romano’s Macaroni Grill is pushing beyond casual dining’s staple two-for-$20 promotion with a limited-time tasting menu that raises the price for a party of two to $30.

Unexpected lessons from an industry group-think

Here are some of the enticing stories that could be read between the lines at this week’s Global Best Practices Conference.

A familiar account, too little told

The biggest story from Wednesday’s Global Best Practices Conference is the one that’s not often told, but could soon be. In the meantime, here’s a preview of the industry’s most powerful defense against detractors.

Franchising roundup

Developments of interest to restaurant franchisees and franchisors: Taco John, Sonic, Dick's Wings & Grill, Dunkin' Donuts, Russo's, Burger 21

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