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Running a successful restaurant isn't just about serving delicious dishes or culinary artistry; it’s also about keeping a business mindset. After all, you must sustain your restaurant’s operations. Here, one of the factors that keeps the lights on is menu pricing. When setting your menu prices, keep in mind how you want customers to perceive the value of your offerings while considering your restaurant’s profitability. It’s a balancing act, as you must consider various costs, including raw materials, kitchen equipment, staff salaries, rent, marketing, and more.  Learn more about how to calculate menu prices from this infographic. How to Calculate Menu Prices Before...

Have you ever marveled at the enchanting way a delicious meal transcends language and culture? Indeed, food is a universal language that brings people together one bite at a time. Delis are an excellent example, offering high-quality meats, artisanal cheeses, and delicately crafted sandwiches that unite people from all walks of life. With a deli, the satisfaction of providing excellent food is unmatched. However, there’s more to opening a deli than just a passion for pastrami or a love for Swiss cheese. When launching one, you need a solid plan and a comprehensive checklist that covers all essentials. Every aspect of...

  There's arguably nothing that a restaurateur wants more than a Michelin Star, the most prestigious and coveted award any food establishment can hope to achieve.  According to the official Michelin Guide, it's so exclusive that only 138 restaurants with three stars exist worldwide. Given its esteem, it's no surprise the Michelin Star is vital to a restaurant's success and renown. Have you ever wondered about the history of the Michelin Star and how a tire company began critiquing food in the first place? This infographic tracks the convergence of cars and gastronomy—from the Michelin Guide's origin as a marketing...

Health inspections are crucial in the food industry for many reasons. As part of that industry, your restaurant must follow sanitation and food safety standards, boosting its reputation and instilling customer confidence. Meeting health standards also allows your restaurant to continue operations, while failure can lead to fines, litigation, and even closure.That said, it’s crucial to always prepare for random health inspections. Fortunately, you don’t have to face the process alone. Use the restaurant health inspection checklist below to train your restaurant staff for evaluations and ensure your food service business survives and thrives year after year.   5 Types...

As an essential part of life, food is often the subject of countless myths and old wives' tales. Multiple generations grew up thinking these food myths are real, from eating carrots to improve eyesight to drinking milk before bed to help someone sleep better.   While food myths are more prevalent with those readily available at home, there are also myths about the restaurant industry. Let's separate fact from fiction as we debunk popular food myths in this infographic. Have You Heard of These Myths…   On Meats Meat is popular in the restaurant industry, so it's no surprise that several...