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Beverage trends spilling into the restaurant industry

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Sober bars and zero-proof drink lists add buzz to alcohol-free socialization

 By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 10, 2022

More consumers want to abstain from alcohol at least some of the time, and operators are answering the call with booze-free cocktail selections that are just as buzz-worthy.

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Coffee solutions that meet today’s industry challenges

 Sponsored content from our partner Segafredo Zanetti® on Nov. 07, 2022

The restaurant industry is facing unprecedented challenges regarding labor. Worker shortages, combined with the rising cost of wages, have made it difficult for many operators to find the staff they n...

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Looking for a less painful way to discount, restaurants make happy hours all day long

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 17, 2022

As they look to provide value during a time of high inflation, full-service restaurants are sacrificing some of their highest-margin items: drinks.

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Beyond mocktails: How to craft a solid zero-proof drink list

By Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D. on Sep. 01, 2022

A thoughtful spirit-free beverage selection has many upsides, but it’s time to put the term mocktail to bed, says Advice Guy.

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How Cristina Suarez evolved from ‘bargirl’ to corporate beverage director of Kush Hospitality Group

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 01, 2022

Suarez taps her Cuban-American heritage and skills in mixology, management and training to evolve the beverage program at the eight-concept Miami-based company.

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5 things to know about Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 29, 2022

The coffee giant unveiled its fall menu, including the new Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, which goes on sale starting Tuesday. Here are some notable facts about the menu.

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How cold coffee is heating up the menu at Caribou

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 18, 2022

Gretchen Hashemi-Rad, beverage category manager at Caribou Coffee, focuses on the cold side to appeal to younger consumers.

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Pumpkin spice season gets off to an earlier start every year

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 11, 2022

Companies like Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, 7-Eleven and Jamba are getting a jump on fall by introducing their products with the iconic flavor earlier than ever. Why the rush?

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First Watch is switching to plant-based straws

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 02, 2022

The new straws, called Phade, are designed to biodegrade in water within months compared to the approximately 200 years it takes plastic ones to disappear.

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North Italia’s Summer Sips menu offers cocktails inspired by each restaurant’s locale

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 19, 2022

Bartenders in the brand’s 10 regions crafted unique limited-edition drinks using Italian spirits and local flavors.

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