While Black Friday may not typically be associated with restaurant visits, there is an opportunity for operators to attract attention and drive traffic for this holiday. Research shows that restaurant sales have grown 4.5 per cent on this day, as dining becomes part of the holiday shopping experience for many. However, as value has dominated […]
As holiday flavours start to make restaurant menus festive, social media can play a large part in the success of your restaurant this season. Research shows that 41 per cent of diners use social media to help choose a restaurant, and with 90 per cent of restaurants running at least one social media account, standing […]
By Shabnam Weber December has always been the season when the beverage program earns its keep. Office parties, family dinners, and festive prix fixe menus fill dining rooms, and the bottles of wine and rounds of cocktails that come with them have long done the heavy lifting on the bill. That equation is changing, though, […]
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 […]
