Blog

Small Restaurants Can Live Large

September 14, 2022

Whether creating a restaurant in an attic space, adding an eating counter in a retail store, or honoring a small historic space that was built in the 1800s, deciding to go cozy can be a gift. With as few as 12 or 24 seats, a small restaurant can cost less to start, turn a profit…

Read More
Destination Dine

Far Out Destination Restaurants

August 17, 2022

In an interview with Skift Table,  acclaimed chef Thomas Keller, founder of one of the premier destination restaurants in the country, French Laundry, defined a destination restaurant. He says that it’s all about when a guest leaves, “they’re going to really have a memory that they’re going to be able to embrace for a long…

Read More

Picnic for Restaurants

July 15, 2022

Summer Can Be a Picnic for Restaurants Getting together in the free-flowing air with our favorite people and wondering what will come out of the picnic basket or cooler creates great memories. Now restaurants and caterers help busy customers picnic more often, while keeping it all blissfully easy. Picnic for two or 200? From take-out…

Read More

Father’s Day: Restaurants Won’t Fear the Sear

June 10, 2022

This Father’s Day there will likely be more than few “Grill Heroes” who want their special Sunday day off. And yet, the allure of smoke will still be strong. Not every restaurant is a bona fide BBQ joint but there are still ways to make sure you’re top of mind for a reservation for those…

Read More
Firewood patio enclosure

Wildwood Firewheel – Garland, TX

June 9, 2022

This locally owned southern kitchen kicks out comfort food made from fresh ingredients at Firewheel Town Center. The staff and atmosphere get A+ reviews, as does the food. Favorites for those who say y’all include shrimp and grits and sweet tea chicken, not to mention cast iron mac and cheese and roasted corn succotash on…

Read More
brunch restaurant table

Hatch Ideas for Your Restaurant’s Brunch

May 18, 2022

Brunch is a relaxed, happy meal for restaurant goers. No one knows that better than New Orleans, the city with double the average brunch restaurants of any town. If you haven’t given this beloved weekend tradition a little kick in the omelet lately, it might be time to focus on it. Classic Eggs and Beyond…

Read More
farm to table restaurants

Farm-to-Table Restaurant Menus. Fad or Forever?

April 21, 2022

Restaurants that recognize trends succeed. And one of the more popular trends of the last decade is the Farm-to-Table movement. While definitions vary, it’s basically food made from locally sourced ingredients with a focus on organic. This trend, also known as Farm-to-Fork, started on the west coast. California chefs like Alice Waters tasted the local,…

Read More
brass tap outdoor patio screensin prosper texas

Restaurant Updates. What’s Worth It.

March 11, 2022

Have you wondered lately if parts of your restaurant are looking as crusty as a day-old-baguette? Maybe it’s time for a refresh. A renovation can boost sales and keep your eatery competitive. A Priceless First Impression Walk toward your place with a first-timer mindset. Do customers see your signage? Does your restaurant feel approachable and…

Read More
group of friends dining outdoors

Now Trending: Eating Out Again

February 11, 2022

We’ve been apart for too long. Our spirits are hungry for friendship and date night again. Now, we fully understand how much our favorite places on the corner and down the road truly mean to us. Early Bird Is the New Normal Everybody working from home is ready to leave the “office” right at 5…

Read More
outdoor dining with smartphone technology

What 2022 May Serve Restaurants

January 10, 2022

It’s January, a time when possibility floats in the air like the scent of oregano on a wood oven pizza slice. What can restaurants and their guests look forward to in 2022? Intuition points to a few things already in the works. Menu Like It’s 2022 More and more diners want to know what’s in…

Read More