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...
Considering Locating your Restaurant in a Strip Mall? Read This First
There are four types of commercial spaces you can consider for locating your new restaurant: stand-alone building mixed use multi-use building a strip...
Restaurant and Bar Trends for 2014
Trend prediction can mean the success of your food and beverage establishment. Being a trend setter can buy a lot of social media credibility and bu...
Delivering Great Service to your Own Staff
Restaurants and bars are in the hospitality industry. Owners and managers stress the importance of attentiveness in delivering superior customer servi...
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...
Happy Hour Around (half of) the Clock
Happy Hour is an initiative to build sales during slow or off peak periods. The new Happy Hour promotions are not limited to the after work crowd. ...
CASE STUDY – Not in my Neighborhood!
A restaurateur invested $1.5 Million dollars to buy and renovate a mixed use property in a trendy and wealthy historic neighborhood in Albany, New Yor...
Creating a Strong Management Plan
What is the experience of the Management Team? Restaurant and bar industry experience Business Management experience TIPs or ATAP training Continued t...
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...