90's To Now
Your Weekly Brew of Restaurant News & Tools
👨🍳 Chef's Corner: Beyond the Plate – The Evolving Palate
Ever wonder what North America is gravitating towards next? While your classic dishes will always have a place, the market is quickly moving towards protein-packed innovations and plant-based options. Think beyond just traditional meats! We're seeing a significant surge in protein beverages, functional foods that offer more than just basic nutrition (like those for gut health or energy boosts), and incredibly creative plant-based alternatives. Embracing these trends can help you attract new customers and show you're at the forefront of culinary demand.
🤝 Front of House Focus: Delivering Stellar Hospitality, Then and Now
Remember the 90s? Hospitality training often focused on strict rules and uniform service delivery. Fast forward to today, and while professionalism is still essential, the landscape has changed significantly! Training new team members now emphasizes authentic connections, personalized service, and truly understanding diverse customer needs. It's less about rigid service and more about creating memorable experiences. Equipping your staff with strong soft skills and the ability to adapt ensures every guest feels valued – encouraging them to return again and again.
🤖 Tech Trends for Restaurants: Embracing Kitchen Automation
Ready to enhance your kitchen's efficiency? Kitchen automation isn't just for the distant future – it's here, and it's proving to be incredibly valuable! From robotic fryers and burger flippers to automated portioning systems and smart inventory management, these innovations can help reduce labor costs, improve consistency, and minimize waste. Imagine your staff focusing more on the art of cooking and direct customer interaction, while repetitive tasks are handled with precision. It’s time to consider how automation can empower your human talent to excel.
That's it for this week's digest! We hope these insights help your restaurant thrive.
