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Cider

Apples aside, the best contribution Johnny Appleseed gave to the world was cider. Even though he was more interested in the hard stuff, we have been left today with a plethora of uses for the beverage.

Consumer Trends

Enticing diners with dinner values

Dinner business has seen better days. According to a recent Technomic survey, in the last year, 40% of consumers have significantly cut back on away-from-home dinner purchases because they have less money to spend on dining out. When weighing options, consumers look for value-based operations that offer ways to save money while still providing a quality meal.

Healthy vs. indulgent: What do most restaurant customers choose when dining out? According to Unilever Food Solutions’ World Menu Report Global Research Findings 2012, 52% of diners worldwide look for healthier menu options but 72% of them decide to treat themselves instead with something that’s more appealing and not that nutritious.

If you haven't started preparing for Obamacare, you're not alone. A July poll of 4,000 employers, by human relations consulting firm Mercer, found 56 percent had been waiting for a Supreme Court decision before planning.

I admit it. I'm a systems junkie. You've probably already guessed that by how often we recommend a system or protocol or procedure for your operation.

These restaurants feature small plates focused on various cuisines inviting diners to socialize and try many different dishes at a price that adds up to not much more than your average entrée.

If you want to build a recognizable and memorable brand — no matter what your segment or average check size — it's important to give your logo careful thought and attention.

With all the hubbub about mobile payments and tablet menus, it’s easy to forget that technology, as defined by Webster’s, cuts a broader swath; it’s defined as “the practical application of knowledge, especially in a particular area.”

Crap happens. Take a page from some savvy fellow operators and meet the challenges with our Survival Guide.

Five restaurateurs were recognized during the NRA's annual convention for brainstorming innovations that broke new ground in the business.

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