Taco Bell responds to Cyclospora outbreak, becomes first major chain to pull at-risk ingredients

by Valerie Gritton

A Cyclospora outbreak has restaurant leaders on alert.

Improving restaurant food cost margins: Benchmarks, tips and expert insights

by Amy Sorter — Writer and Editor, Connect Media

Running restaurants is costly, but effective food cost reduction strategies can help operators protect their margins and cut their expenses.

The Great Greek expands international footprint in Australia, Canada and Egypt

June 16, 2026

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill continues to grow its international presence with restaurant openings in Australia, Canada and Egypt. The news follows a…

Apex Expands Smart Food Locker Line with Modular, Scalable ‘Array’ Series

Flexible Design Fits Virtually Any Restaurant Layout; More Capacity Can Be Added at Any Time

Presented by Apex Order Pickup Solutions

Apex Smart Food Lockers at OOMI Digital Kitchen

Hear how this popular ghost kitchen ensures a stellar experience at every step of the customer journey, including order pickup. Their Apex Smart Food Lockers…

Presented by Apex Order Pickup Solutions

Hidden Profit Loss in Multi-Unit Restaurants

Multi-unit restaurant brands often lose profit not from major cost swings, but from small, inconsistent daily decisions across locations. This eBook reveals…

Presented by SynergySuite

Silverlake Ramen and CloudKitchens Launch New Partnership - Launching in Anaheim

As of November 17th, Silverlake Ramen is serving their signature ramen in a ghost kitchen in Anaheim, CA.

Emerging Sports, Emerging Restaurant Opportunities

Sports that may have been overlooked in the past are capturing the public’s imagination and creating fresh opportunities for restaurant operators. These new…

Qu Notify

Qu Notify empowers restaurant operators with real-time sales and labor data, predictive analytics, and customizable alerts delivered seamlessly to iPhone or…

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Playa Bowls Taps SynergySuite to Power Next Phase of Growth

Playa Bowls, with 200+ locations, selected SynergySuite as their AI-powered back-of-house tech partner to enhance food & labor management, automate…

Your Menu Might Be Lying to You (And It’s Costing Millions in Lost Profit)

This post reveals how multi-unit restaurants lose millions due to unseen inconsistencies in ingredient use and delayed cost data. It shows how SynergySuite’s…

Why 70% of Restaurant Managers Hate Inventory (and How to Fix It for Good)

70% of restaurant managers hate inventory because it wastes 4-6 hours monthly with manual counting, causes unexplained food cost spikes, and drives manager…

Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2025

The Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2025 recognizes the leaders redefining how restaurants win off-premise. These are the operators, technologists, and…

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How to Reduce Restaurant Food Costs Without Sacrificing Quality

Restaurants lose 2-4% in food costs from small issues like recipe deviations and billing errors across locations. The solution is real-time recipe costing…

SynergySuite Recognized with Dual Honors in the 2025 TITAN Business Awards

The 2025 TITAN Business Awards has officially concluded its first season, spotlighting a new class of global business trailblazers.

Oil Filter Products Tutorial

Gycor has been on the cutting edge of cooking oil filtration since 1986. Learn more about our filter products in this video.

Perfecting QSR Delivery with POS Scales & Advanced Labeling

By incorporating weight-based verification with smart labeling and advanced point of sale (POS) scale solutions, QSRs can ensure order accuracy, transform…

Presented by Star Micronics America

Table Needs Leads High-Impact Educational Sessions at Food Truck Owners Expo Orlando

Table Needs will lead three educational sessions at the FTO Expo Orlando on Nov. 12-13, 2024, covering food truck ownership mindset, marketing effectiveness…

Salt Lake Tribune Names SynergySuite a Wasatch Front Top Workplace

SynergySuite has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by The Utah Top Workplaces. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a…

Registration still open for Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit

July 26, 2024

Wednesday marks the 3rd annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit, and there's still time to register. Qualified pizza executives and pizzeria owners can register…