Thanksgiving is the unofficial start of the holiday season, full of family and friends, group gatherings, and sharing gratitude with others. Restaurant operators have the opportunity to drive traffic through the holidays, but that often means taking staff away from their own family gatherings to serve busy holiday dining rooms. Manage motivation Balancing increased traffic […]
Even though Halloween is almost a full month away, some QRs are getting into the spooky spirit, offering early LTOs with themed menus, cool merchandise, and giveaways for a fa-boo-lous guest experience. Dave & Buster’s is launching a Halloween themed menu with themed items including Summon the Fire Wings, Summon the Fire Mozzarella Sticks, Funnel […]
Fall is upon us and that means that diners are looking to appreciate the cooler weather, enjoy the taste of fall, and gather for new and unique experiences. LTOs and seasonal flavours can help draw a crowd, but hosting special events can encourage guests to gather, make memories, and fill those tables for October. Thanksgiving […]
Looking to host an end-of-summer bash at your restaurant? Plan an event that will attract guests, raise revenues, and allow you to stand out from the competition. Even though fall is on the horizon, there’s still time to plan an event that celebrates the season and gets guests excited to make memories at your restaurant! […]
Celebrating monthly food holidays allows guests to be treated to something unique, can attract a new group of visitors, can give staff something to look forward to, and can help you get attention from first-timers. Here are some of the September food holidays you could choose to celebrate: September 5: International Bacon Day Everybody loves […]
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is coming to Toronto with matches scheduled between June 12 and July 2, 2026 – and with soccer-mania about to descend on sixteen North American cities, restaurant operators have the opportunity to fill seats, build a following, and raise revenues. In addition to the existing population, host cities are expecting anywhere […]
While many restaurants have back-to-school on their radar, with specials, value meals, and targeted marketing, the end of the school year also offers an opportunity to draw families and groups in for a celebration. Even though many post-secondary programs have already ended, most elementary and high schools continue until mid-June. Fun for families In the […]
As the weather heats up, so too, does the opportunity to celebrate all things food, with June’s best food holidays! Draw in a crowd, offer something unique, and attract new interest with celebrations that help you stand out from the competition. Here are some of the June food holidays you may choose to celebrate at […]
Spring and summer sporting events have begun, and they are a great way for restaurants to encourage group visits, promote themed LTOs, and drive regular, repeat traffic. Highlighting sporting events at your restaurant can help you connect with patrons, celebrate important sports moments, and foster a community for your guests – not to mention boosting […]
Dining out is a popular choice on Mother’s Day, offering restaurant operators the opportunity to drive traffic and raise revenues as groups gather for the occasion. The holiday was restaurants’ biggest day of the year in 2025, increasing restaurant traffic 12 per cent year over year, and restaurateurs need to plan for another busy day […]
