Blogs
Details, Details, Details
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
The restaurant business is all about paying attention to the details. And when it comes to the details, there are two rules to keep in mind:
read nowFrozen = Fresh?
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
I don’t consider myself a complainer of any sort. When you’re in the business, you should have sympathy for the operational challenges faced by all…
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Moyer: Remember, 4 on the Door!
by Chris Moyer — Manager, Conserve, National Restaurant Association
The first time I heard Richard Young – the director of education for Pacific Gas and Electric’s Food Service Technology Center – say, "You want to save on…
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What does research in chicken consumers tell your restaurant business?
by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force
Market Force (www.marketforce) consumer survey on chicken preferences and trends
read nowThink Positive - Vote Positive!
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
There are varying opinions as to when the “Great Recession” began. Arguably, the roots extend back to the start of the housing bubble burst in the back half of…
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All this change is driving me crazy!
by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties
I was sure it would be a short, 15-minute lesson about e-mail to my 62-year old father. Tell him the basics, have him create and respond to an e-mail and then…
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A cocktail walks into a bar
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
“I cannot believe I agreed to do this,” she thought as she entered the almost empty bar. “I mean, what on earth was I thinking? It was that little Daiquiri…
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Its all about today
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
September 18 was a fairly busy day for me. Tasked with the Saturday chores of grocery shopping, laundry and general errand running, it was a day that required…
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A sea change
by Kim Frankovich — VP of Sustainability, Solo Cup Company
On one day in 2008, more than a half-million volunteers in 100 countries collected 11.4 million items of trash along the world’s waterways. What were the top…
read nowRemember your first boss?
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
Do you remember your first boss? Of COURSE you do. That person holds a unique place in your personal history. Be it a source of inspiration, perspiration, or…
read nowBridging the gaps
by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com
When I was in the fifth grade, I had a classmate who was completely obsessed with Prince and the Revolution. When Purple Rain was released in 1984, he watched…
read nowStreet food adoption papers approved
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
I find it fascinating that some experiences stay with you forever while 1,000 others fade to nothing - as if never born. Have you ever had an experience that…
read nowPlanning store layouts? Consider the recycling and composting trend
by Kim Frankovich — VP of Sustainability, Solo Cup Company
As I travel the country, I see more and more operators, universities, airports and hotels collecting recyclables and compostables. If you’re planning new…
read nowA trend walks into the unemployment office
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
He sat patiently on the hard little chair, not sure what to expect. The paper in his hand seemed small and sparse but it would have to do. The door opposite…
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Payroll savings in the kitchen: Worth the risk?
by Carolyn Richmond — Partner, Fox Rothschild
With businesses facing continued economic uncertainty, the pressure to find cost savings is greater than ever. Undeniably, cutting down on overtime costs is…
read nowAre we missing something?
by Janet Eden-Harris — CMO & SVP Strategy, Market Force
Recently Market Force ran a series of studies with over 4,00 consumers to investigate their attitudes and behaviors around fast casual and family restaurants…
read nowMost Toilets Flush in E Flat
by Paul Mcginnis — Vice President, Marketing, Ecolab Food Safety Specialties
This was the statement my son greeted me with as I came home from work one Friday afternoon. Most dads would expect a familiar word like “Hello” or the ever…
read nowThe strangers among us
by Suzy Badaracco — President, Culinary Tides Inc
I love airports. I love hotels. I love conferences. I love anywhere there are groups of strangers I can interact with. What is so fascinating is that just as…
read nowA glance in the rearview mirror
by Don Fox — CEO, Firehouse of America
I apologize in advance for stating the obvious: The recession has taken a toll on the restaurant industry. Industry traffic is down; the majority of chains…
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When it's time to hire, look for learners
by Michael Harms — Sr. Business Analyst, People Report - Black Box Intelligence
Odds are you’ve never met my mother. That’s too bad. Think Betty White with darker hair. My mom is one of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet and her cinnamon…
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