As inflation continues to rise and labour shortages persist, it may be time to look at your menu pricing strategy as a way to cut costs and raise profits. As a restaurateur, you know it’s a balancing act to keep customers happy and stay in the green. Understanding how to create a menu pricing strategy […]
Restaurant costs were already a burden for operators even before the pandemic raised the stakes. But particularly in the current climate, operators constantly need to adapt to stay afloat, you’ve got to adapt. Restaurant labour costs are rising amid a staffing challenge, food prices have soared in many industry sectors, and logistics costs keep climbing, […]
The Government of Canada has unveiled its 2021 Federal Budget and announced it plans to extend the existing wage and rent subsidies and lockdown top-up support until Sept. 25, 2021. The Budget proposes to gradually decrease the rates for the wage subsidy and rent subsidy, beginning July 4, 2021, with the intention to phase out […]
Press Release Canadians don’t have to compromise on quality and taste when it comes to purchasing a value item with the launch of the new $4 Mighty Melts at Subway Canada. The sandwich collection is big on taste and features three varieties including seasoned chicken strips, 100 per cent Canadian turkey and 100 per cent […]
By Donald Burns Here you are managing a restaurant. Is it all you hoped it would be? Probably not. You might even say that it’s quite the challenge. Never fear. Becoming a fierce restaurant manager can be simpler than you realize – you just need to use the right tools. If you had to narrow […]
By Matt Rolfe In 2016, hundreds of great bars and restaurants will close their doors in Canada. Many of them had solid locations and great concepts. Most had sound business plans. What makes or breaks these businesses? More often than not, it’s because the staff that was supposed to create a great experience for the […]
Tip of the Week Sponsored By: Whether you’re updating your restaurant’s design or featuring new menu items, spending according to your budget should be a rule, not a suggestion. Going over budget can lead to tension and stress among management and staff, which could be avoided by making a plan. When you are looking […]
By Chris Hannah As restaurants fight for a place in the market, we often focus on key elements such as menu, service and ambience. While a single factor such as restaurant design cannot save a bad restaurant, it can certainly contribute to its demise, especially if the design budget is not managed wisely. It used […]
By Shelby Morrison With the first long weekend and kick-off to summer behind us, grill season is in full swing. As we are hoping for some warm, sunny weather this weekend, we are also hoping for some good eats. Throwing some food on the grill can be as simple and quick as a weeknight dinner […]
