The Detroit restaurant scene has heated up over the past few years, earning the city a reputation as a foodie’s paradise destination. Hazel, Ravines & Downtown, a relative newcomer, has stood apart from the competition since it opened in late 2018. Offering a unique concept—three separate styles of cuisine under one roof—the restaurant gives executive
Summer vacation season is here, but not everyone is planning on traveling far. Staycations are a popular alternative for many Americans who prefer to spend their time off closer to home. However, many staycationers still want to feel like they are on holiday even if they are sleeping in their own bed every night. Here
In honor of Earth Day, here are a few tips on how you can make your restaurant a little more sustainable and eco-friendly. They may even save you money in addition to helping the environment. Use biodegradable packaging Many restaurants use Styrofoam because it’s inexpensive. Unfortunately, it never biodegrades. Make the switch to recycled paper
Attracting customers during times that are traditionally slow can be a challenge for any restaurant owner. One way to combat these times when sales take a dip is by focusing on hosting private events. The process of prepping (or constructing) private rooms, developing special dishes, and planning promotions takes time. This is why it’s important
Email marketing continues to be one of the best ways restaurants can market to customers. It is generally cheaper than print advertising, whose effectiveness has waned considerably in recent years. And while social media advertising can still be an important aspect of your online marketing, it’s important to remember not all consumers are active users
What can a restaurateur do to ensure employee loyalty? Research shows that employees often decide within the first three weeks whether or not to stay. As much as 22% of employee turnover happens in the first 45 days. Maintaining a good, loyal staff is challenging With unemployment at a record low, finding and keeping
For 35 years, Rewards Network has helped local restaurants to grow. We strive to be your partner, providing not just marketing and capital funding, but also helping you find the answers you need to build a stronger, more resilient business. Through our blog, e-books, videos, and other tools, we share information that helps you focus
Antonucci’s inspires restaurant loyalty in local Mission Viejo, California, guests with its combination of Italian comfort food and fresh seafood. Many customers have been visiting the restaurant for decades. But, current owner Bob Canori’s roots are not in the foodservice industry. He spent the first 30 years of his career working in the corporate
In a world saturated by advertising on radio and television, at billboards and bus stops, and in newspapers and on the Internet, would it surprise you to learn the most effective restaurant social media marketing plan is … none of the above? By a wide margin, the most trusted forms of advertising available to businesses
It’s one of the two things you absolutely cannot avoid in life, but federal and state tax filing can be a source of stress for a restaurant owner beyond that of the average taxpayer. Accounting for all of your potential deductions is exponentially more complicated than when you file as an individual and making sure