There’s an art to figuring out the right time and way to change prices. Raising some prices and lowering others is one way to soften the blow for guests. Despite your best efforts, your menu prices will eventually need to increase, whether it’s due to increased ingredient costs or as a means to pay for […]
Global foods and flavors are captivating American palates and chefs’ imaginations, making a strong showing on menus and grocery store shelves. Eight in 10 consumers now eat least one ethnic cuisine a month and 66% of consumers eat a wider variety of ethnic cuisines now than five years ago, according to a 2015 survey from the […]
On Valentine’s Day, fast-food restaurants offer sweet deals On Feb. 14, millions of couples across the country will hit the town with their significant other for a night of romance and decadence, and many will spare no expense. According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, the average person will spend about $140 on gifts, […]
Millennials plan to spend the most on preparations for the Super Bowl, at an average of about $140. For a lot of people, the Super Bowl is just a reason to party. And no one is partying harder than Millennials. From chips and dip to chicken wings to new TVs, Millennials, specifically those ages 25 to 34, plan to […]