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When it comes to college catering needs, things can get quite complex. Which is where we come in 😉 We put together a comprehensive guide that includes everything from how to feed students and staff on (and off!) campus, how to offer more inclusive and equitable dining options, and how to engage students and streamline budgets while you're at it! Learn more in our latest e-book below ⤵️

Seize the opportunity…. Last night was my daughter’s 8th-grade graduation. Upon learning of the graduation date, one of the school’s parents, a savvy businesswoman and restaurant owner, wasted no time in extending an invitation for families to gather at her restaurant after the ceremony to “toast and celebrate.” When families arrived, they were greeted with a thoughtfully curated prix-fixe menu. As a result of this invitation, the restaurant was packed on a Wednesday night, which I imagine would have typically been a slower evening. Here’s why this move was brilliant: - By orchestrating this post-graduation gathering, the restaurant owner effectively induced FOMO (fear of missing out) among the families and graduates. - This served as an invaluable opportunity for the restaurant owner to showcase her brand to a captive audience. - It provided a great way to acquire new customers. - And to win repeat business once customers experienced the excellent food, service, and ambiance. Whether celebrating a graduation, a birthday, a little league win, or another occasion, is there an event your business can leverage to create memorable experiences and drive growth? Share in the comments below. #MarketingWin #RestaurantMarketing #PublicRelations #BusinessStrategy

Executive function skills are not only sharpened in academic settings. Summer is a great time to incorporate different types of activities that utilize critical thinking skills and require executive function skills to be firing. Consider implementing the following activities into your family's summer repertoire: -find a different route to your favorite restaurant -explore a new city and ask for directions -plan and host a garage sale -family game night -child-led cooking night Which activity will you and your family try this week? #executivefunctions #executivefunctionskills #summerbuilding #planning #workingmemory #flexiblethinking

At Emma's Torch, our culinary curriculum and our cafes are inextricably intertwined. It's part of our social enterprise DNA. Our cafes are a pillar of our program. They give our students real work experience. This work experience provides on-the-job skills that gives students a leg up in their job search. Since we know that every student will train at our cafes, we design the menu with extreme intention. When we craft our menu ~by the way, our spring menu launched a couple of weeks ago!~ we take into account seasonality, customer demand, and what culinary techniques we want our students to learn. For example: 🥖 Our menu teaches students three bread-making techniques 🍳 Our menu teaches students three types of egg cookery 🐟 Our menu teaches students how to butcher and fillet all kinds of proteins When you step into one of our cafes, you become a participant in our living classrooms. Each customer plays an important role in our students' development. Now... If anyone wants to taste our newest menu offerings, shoot me a message. I would love to eat breakfast / brunch / lunch with you! #workforcetraining #culinarytraining #refugeeswelcome

A Dive Into the History of Restaurants Providing What Is Known as Family Meal — Or at Least, Part History, Part Mystery Read More:

SUCCESS REQUIRES ACTION!! If you're sitting on a food business idea and need guidance on your next move-let's connect. Join my upcoming restaurant class series at Los Angeles Community College to learn what it takes to launch a successful food business in LA. Knowledge is power-come get some! #startupbusiness #foodentrepeneurs #restauranteurs

Here is an article from Western Wayne News about the introduction of Global Eats- Mexico by Chartwells School Dining Services K12 to Richmond Community Schools!

I took a sabbatical and published a cookbook 💁♀️ An idea for a book that made seafood more accessible for home cooks hatched on a road trip from Bundaberg in 2021. Fast forward to 2024, Harry Butterfield got his name as ‘The Fish Guy’ on MasterChef Australia season 16. He came fourth (the legend) and our life completely pivoted. The last 6 months have been pure chaos but with a sabbatical from my fam at Deloitte Digital I have had the opportunity to FINALLY finish the book. I’m really proud of it. In fact, it’s really good. A Fish A Day exists to prove that seafood isn’t scary. It’s for seafood lovers, and those that need a little convincing... What's inside: 1. How to avoid 'fishy' seafood with a complete buying and storing guide written in collaboration with our friends at Miami Fish Market 2. Simple recipes and show-stopper recipes to test your new fish-lord skills 3. Harrys MasterChef expert tips and stories from cooking hundreds (maybe thousands) of recipes 5. Our go-to sauces to pair with, or without, seafood Check it out via the link, I would love your feedback. https://lnkd.in/gUD9DJgx There is so much more to say about this process, and so many people to thank - more musings coming soon 🐠

Did you always plan to be in the restaurant industry? 🍽️ When speaking with big restaurant chains or lecturing at universities, Our resident interviewer, Chuck Currie often asked, "How many of you planned to work in food service?" The surprising truth: only about 10% would raise their hands. For many, this industry was a side hustle while they pursued other goals. But something happened along the way—they fell in love with it. ❤️ It's a reminder that passion can find you in unexpected places, and sometimes, the best plans are the ones you didn’t make. If you've experienced this, I’d love to hear your story. Share in the comments!👇 #HospitalityIndustry #FoodService #RestaurantLife #PassionForHospitality #CareerJourney #HospitalityLeaders #CulinaryJourney