September 29, 2023 By Katie Belflower
Restaurant branding is vital to stand out and attract attention for your business. Every month, in Technomic’s Concepts to Watch, we highlight three restaurants that are demonstrating this across the country. In this edition, we are highlighting Stacked, Bergham, and Tap & Barrel.
Stacked Pancake House
Chocolate Banana Pancakes
Image Source: Stacked Pancake House Instagram
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September 28, 2023 Thanksgiving is one of the most celebrated holidays of the year, so drawing a crowd can fill those seats and help you make this month’s revenue. With the cost of groceries rising nine per cent, and dining costs increasing about 8.8 per cent year-over-year, more people may be choosing to skip the hosting and visit ...Read more about this post
September 27, 2023 Chocolate has always topped the favourites list for desserts, with 86 per cent of Canadians having consumed chocolate within the last three months. However, from rising health concerns to flavour preferences, how can restaurants include sweet treats on their menu that will appeal to guests and raise cheque totals?
Health vs. indulgence
The ever-increasing desire to live ...Read more about this post
September 15, 2023 As takeout and off premise dining traffic remains high long after the pandemic, many QSRs are looking to improve their drive-thru service to decrease wait times and boost efficiency. 39 per cent of QSRs report bumper to bumper traffic in the drive-thru, causing longer lines and customer back-up.
During the pandemic, when takeout was the only ...Read more about this post
September 11, 2023 By Mark Plumlee
Teamwork makes the dream work! Collaborations and strategic partnerships are powerful tools that can help your restaurant build community, increase local awareness, and boost revenue for all parties involved.
There are a lot of fun and easy ways to create partnerships, and by aligning yourself with like-minded businesses, you increase your reach, attracting attention ...Read more about this post
September 5, 2023 By Katie Belflower For restaurants and chefs it’s important to be innovate as a way to stand out in a competitive marketplace. Staying up to date on the latest food trends is one way to stay a step ahead and treat your guests to something new and delicious. This latest edition of Trend Watch focuses on three menu trends ...Read more about this post
August 30, 2023 By Evan Drake
Dining out is a universally enjoyed pleasure, however, for a significant number of patrons, physical barriers can diminish an otherwise delightful experience. Ensuring restaurant accessibility isn’t merely a legal obligation, it’s an imperative step in creating an inclusive space where everyone feels welcomed and valued at your business.
Understanding wheelchair requirements
Often, when we think ...Read more about this post
August 24, 2023 As the summer comes to a close and cooler weather arrives, fall’s unofficial favourite flavour – pumpkin spice – is finding its way onto menus earlier and earlier. While fall doesn’t actually arrive until September 23, some QSRs are using back-to-school to launch their fall LTOs in the late summer, starting with the launch of ...Read more about this post
August 18, 2023 Your restaurant should be a place that guests want to visit again and again, and part of the appeal of your business is the atmosphere. Creating a pleasant experience for your guests means that they enjoy the ambiance of your restaurant, from the décor to the mood. Here are a few of the elements you ...Read more about this post
August 10, 2023 From the menu to the experience, guests have an expectation when they visit your restaurant. Are you delivering on that expectation? Do you know what your guests want from your restaurant? Datassential’s mid-year trend report gives us a look at what diners value most when they go out to eat these days, as we proceed ...Read more about this post
August 8, 2023 Pop culture is making its way into every facet of our lives, and restaurants are no exception. From the movies to social media trends to “secret hacks,” pop culture may just have a place in your restaurant marketing. If you’re looking to get attention for your restaurant, consider a trendy approach.
Think pink
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August 4, 2023 The secret to long-term, loyal restaurant customers is connection. Developing a relationship with your guests will leave them wanting to visit you again and again, telling their friends, and helping you build your profits. Not only can customer retention provide steady, reliable revenues, but it also means that your customers will stick by you in ...Read more about this post
August 2, 2023 By Katie Belflower
In the crowded foodservice world, standing out from the competition is vital. A key element in attracting and retaining customers is nailing down your restaurant concept and creating a menu that reflects your brand. In each edition of Technomic’s Concepts to Watch, we highlight three restaurants that are showing innovation and inspiration across ...Read more about this post
July 18, 2023 If you’re in the mood to celebrate, August offers some unique holidays your restaurant guests can enjoy! Celebrating food holidays gives your restaurant something to promote, a new way to get guests interested in your menu, and a fresh reason for customers to visit.
Here are some of the food holidays you can celebrate at your ...Read more about this post
July 17, 2023 By Jessica Brill
Contrary to what many may believe, exceptional food doesn’t need to come with a hefty price tag, even when searching for Michelin rated restaurants.
These days, many consumers are stretching their dollars, but despite the challenges, eating well isn’t off the table. The highly coveted Michelin stars focus on excellence in fine dining, often ...Read more about this post
