by Adam Reiner | Oct 21, 2021 | Dining
If you need a reminder of how easy it is for the restaurant industry to revert to its old, nasty habits, follow Chef Eric Rivera’s Twitter feed. Rivera was recently anointed one of Food & Wine Magazine’s “25 Game Changers” in the restaurant world, but he often...
by Adam Reiner | Jul 14, 2021 | Covid-19
We know you really miss dining out, but this isn’t about you Someone who’s never worked in a restaurant will always be the one to declare that restaurants are “back” at the first sight of a full dining room since the pandemic started. While it’s true there are...
by International Associations | Jul 12, 2021 | Covid-19
Incentives such as paid time off encourage employees to get vaccinated The Association recommends operators encourage rather than mandate employees get vaccinated. With COVID-19 vaccines finally widely available, many restaurants are hoping to get their workforce...
by International Associations | Jul 7, 2021 | Covid-19
The pandemic catalyzed a year of nonstop shifts in safety standards and what diners prioritize, and restaurant operators have been staying light on their feet ever since. From implementing rigorous safety protocols, to utilizing new technologies, to rethinking the...
by International Associations | Jun 15, 2021 | Dining
As COVID-19 restrictions loosen and restaurant life goes back to some semblance of normalcy, some operators might be considering what to do with any outdoor dining setups they implemented during the pandemic. While there may be some inclination to shutter any...