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Weekly Wrap October 27: Taco Bell's Beverage Push, 'Beeflation,' and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap October 27: Taco Bell's Beverage Push, 'Beeflation,' and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Oct 27, 2025
Weekly Wrap October 20: Prices on the Rise, 'People-First' Brands, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap October 20: Prices on the Rise, 'People-First' Brands, and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Oct 20, 2025
Has Gen Z (and Our Reliance on Tech) Killed Hospitality Service?
Opinion

Has Gen Z (and Our Reliance on Tech) Killed Hospitality Service?

Face down on screens, with no urgency to serve or connect. Service culture is slipping, and tech-trained generations might be the nail in the coffin.

Dave Foss
Michael Tipps
Dave Foss, Michael Tipps
Oct 17, 2025
Weekly Wrap October 13: Beef Prices, Gen Z Restaurant Spending, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap October 13: Beef Prices, Gen Z Restaurant Spending, and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Oct 13, 2025
In Hospitality, We Are the Future, Not AI
Opinion

In Hospitality, We Are the Future, Not AI

Real hospitality runs on tribalism, not algorithms.

Dave Foss
Michael Tipps
Dave Foss, Michael Tipps
Oct 10, 2025
Weekly Wrap October 6: DoorDash Reservations, AI in Hospitality, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap October 6: DoorDash Reservations, AI in Hospitality, and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Oct 6, 2025
So You Want to Open a Bar? You’re an Idiot, Unless...
Opinion

So You Want to Open a Bar? You’re an Idiot, Unless...

Every year, thousands jump into hospitality chasing status. Most crawl out broke, bitter, and blaming the ice machine.

Dave Foss
Michael Tipps
Dave Foss, Michael Tipps
Oct 3, 2025
Weekly Wrap September 29: AI Wine Pairings, Dirty Soda, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap September 29: AI Wine Pairings, Dirty Soda, and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Sep 29, 2025
How Bartending Got Hustled
Opinion

How Bartending Got Hustled

If you see bartending school on a strip-mall sign, odds are you’re staring at one of America’s longest-running scams.

Dave Foss
Michael Tipps
Dave Foss, Michael Tipps
Sep 26, 2025
Weekly Wrap September 22: The Rise of Beli, Starbucks Cup Backlash, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap September 22: The Rise of Beli, Starbucks Cup Backlash, and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Sep 22, 2025
Weekly Wrap September 15: AI Hallucinations, How to Improve Your Delivery, and More
Weekly Wrap

Weekly Wrap September 15: AI Hallucinations, How to Improve Your Delivery, and More

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Sep 15, 2025
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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

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

The most important hospitality industry news right now

Dave Foss
Dave Foss
Jun 23, 2025
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