Weekly Wrap September 8: 'No Tax On Tips' Update, McDonald's Brings Back Extra Value Meals, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap September 8: 'No Tax On Tips' Update, McDonald's Brings Back Extra Value Meals, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Sep 8, 2025
Do Critics Still Matter?
Opinion

Do Critics Still Matter?

In an era of social media, influencers, and online ratings, how much do restaurant critics really still matter?

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Aug 29, 2025
Weekly Wrap August 25: Farming Challenges, Fighting Back Against Bad Reviews, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap August 25: Farming Challenges, Fighting Back Against Bad Reviews, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Aug 25, 2025
Weekly Wrap August 18: Fast-Casual Spending Slowdown,'Kidult' Marketing, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap August 18: Fast-Casual Spending Slowdown,'Kidult' Marketing, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Aug 18, 2025
Weekly Wrap August 11: Sweetgreen's Challenges, Spicy Menu Items, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap August 11: Sweetgreen's Challenges, Spicy Menu Items, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Aug 11, 2025
Weekly Wrap August 4: Entree Priced Desserts, ICE and the Food Chain and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap August 4: Entree Priced Desserts, ICE and the Food Chain and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Aug 4, 2025
Weekly Wrap July 28: DEI Backlash, Dunkin' Tip Lawsuit, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap July 28: DEI Backlash, Dunkin' Tip Lawsuit, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jul 28, 2025
Name It, Claim It, Protect It: A Legal Guide for Hospitality Operators
Operations & Business

Name It, Claim It, Protect It: A Legal Guide for Hospitality Operators

For businesses in the hospitality industry, protecting your name isn’t just a legal necessity, it’s a strategic imperative.

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jul 25, 2025
Weekly Wrap July 21: Food Distributor Merger Looms, Bartenders Giving Up Garnishes, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap July 21: Food Distributor Merger Looms, Bartenders Giving Up Garnishes, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jul 21, 2025
Partnerships Don’t Fail From Lack of Hustle. They Fail From Lack of Clarity.
Operations & Business

Partnerships Don’t Fail From Lack of Hustle. They Fail From Lack of Clarity.

The way restaurant partnerships are formed, structured, and managed can make or break your business.

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jul 18, 2025
Weekly Wrap July 14: Tariffs Coming for Coffee, Delivery Regulation Issues, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap July 14: Tariffs Coming for Coffee, Delivery Regulation Issues, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jul 14, 2025
Weekly Wrap July 7: Job Growth Report, Waffle House's Egg Surcharge, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap July 7: Job Growth Report, Waffle House's Egg Surcharge, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jul 7, 2025
Weekly Wrap June 30: Minimum Wage Increases, Red Lobster's Seafood Boils, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap June 30: Minimum Wage Increases, Red Lobster's Seafood Boils, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 30, 2025
Weekly Wrap June 23: Chains Return to TV Advertising, ICE Raids On Restaurants, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap June 23: Chains Return to TV Advertising, ICE Raids On Restaurants, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 23, 2025
Weekly Wrap June 16: Immigration Crackdowns, AI-Powered Meal Kits, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap June 16: Immigration Crackdowns, AI-Powered Meal Kits, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 16, 2025
Weekly Wrap June 9: Hospitality Jobs Report, Gen Z and Chain Restaurants, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap June 9: Hospitality Jobs Report, Gen Z and Chain Restaurants, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 9, 2025
Lazy Lifestyle ‘Reporting’ Doesn’t Help An Already Struggling Restaurant Industry
Opinion

Lazy Lifestyle ‘Reporting’ Doesn’t Help An Already Struggling Restaurant Industry

Restaurants are trying their best to stay afloat in a challenging time, and poorly reported lifestyle articles can have damaging consequences

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 6, 2025
Weekly Wrap June 2: Weekend Dining, Starbucks' Shift Swapping, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap June 2: Weekend Dining, Starbucks' Shift Swapping, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 2, 2025
Weekly Wrap May 26: U.S. Tourism Decline, 'No Taxes on Tips,' and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap May 26: U.S. Tourism Decline, 'No Taxes on Tips,' and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
May 26, 2025
The Reservation Wars: How to Pick the Right Platform For Your Business
Systems & Tech

The Reservation Wars: How to Pick the Right Platform For Your Business

Figuring out which reservation platform is right for your business isn’t simple. Let’s break it down.

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
May 23, 2025
Weekly Wrap May 19: Restaurants Moving to OpenTable, Hospitality Burnout, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap May 19: Restaurants Moving to OpenTable, Hospitality Burnout, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
May 19, 2025
Weekly Wrap May 12: Starbucks' Rivals, Fine-Dining Delivery, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap May 12: Starbucks' Rivals, Fine-Dining Delivery, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
May 12, 2025
Weekly Wrap May 5: Engaging With Influencers, the Micro-Kitchen Model, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap May 5: Engaging With Influencers, the Micro-Kitchen Model, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
May 5, 2025
In an Uncertain Time, 3 Lessons Operators Can Learn From Casual Chain Leaders
Operations & Business

In an Uncertain Time, 3 Lessons Operators Can Learn From Casual Chain Leaders

The current landscape is tough, but if history has taught us anything, it’s that those who can adapt, innovate, and stay true to the tenets of hospitality will succeed.

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
May 2, 2025
Weekly Wrap April 28: D.C.'s Cheap Martinis, Consumer Restaurant Spending, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap April 28: D.C.'s Cheap Martinis, Consumer Restaurant Spending, and More

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Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Apr 28, 2025
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