Social media can be leveraged as an on-demand, flexible and cost-effective marketing tool. Used correctly, it can produce both long and short term res...
Opening a Restaurant? How much Space do you Need?
When you look at commercial space to lease for a restaurant, it can be difficult to ascertain how much space you need and how to utilize the space. We...
Living Quarter Letters
Where an application or license investigation discloses living quarters directly connected to the premises to be licensed, the living quarters are not...
Sour is the Hottest Food Trend for the Consumer Palate
The latest taste sensation is sour. It started with candies but now expands into condiments, entrees and beverages. Restaurateurs and mixologists wi...
Legal Bootlegging in New York
Dutch’s Spirits will move its farm distillery to a Prohibition Era Bootlegger site in Pine Plains, NY. Dutch’s Spirits currently produces peach br...
Do Cider Bottle Labels Need New York Bottle Deposit Notices?
The alcoholic beverage laws and bottle redemption laws do not expressly mention cider. Without a crystal ball and a law degree, it can be difficult to...
If You See Kay (say aloud slowly, then giggle when you get the innuendo)
The reverent Italian winery, If You See Kay Wines, named its Italian red blend “If You See Kay” with the tag line “no holds barred wine.” Pure...
Wake Up Your Mid-Week Sales. How do you Make a Wednesday more like a Weekend Night?
Think about it – friends and family come home for the Thanksgiving holiday and want to spend some time catching up. Where better than the local ba...
To European Customers – Finger Lakes Wine – Here We Come!
Three Finger Lakes vintners are increasing their global presence with the launch of a new European business venture. Fox Run Vineyards Inc., Anthony R...
December Promotional Planning
Looking for some promotional ideas for December? The month is full of great events to boost holiday season food and beverage sales. Did you know Dec...