California farmers are gearing up for the harvest of elegant, healthful California asparagus. Through June, operators can rely on the delicate taste, pleasing texture and emerald-green color to add appeal to their menus. Try asparagus spears with grilled meats, seafood and poultry. Or ring up breakfast sales with California Scramble, Fresh Asparagus with Herbed Cream Cheese and Tomatoes. For more information, visit www.calasparagus.com/foodservice. California Asparagus Commission
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Dave's Dispatch David Farkas, Senior Editor, Chain Leader October 22, 2009 Cheers! Drink Prices Rising
Conventional holds that now is not the time for restaurants to raise prices. See my last blog post. But, in fact, menu prices have b...... More
The Brand Landscape Karen Brennan, Founder and Principal, Brandscapes LLC October 9, 2009 Top 10, More or Less
I've been feeling a "Top Ten List" coming on, so, just for fun...here goes.
My Top Ten "Quick Tips" for Restaurateurs
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Bottoms Up: Drink Menu Trends at Bar Louie
When Beverage Director Blake Rohrabaugh joined Bar Louie, in 2003, the Glenview, Ill.-based chain had just nine units. It has since added 43 and now totals 52 restaurants in 17 states. Rohrabaugh, who describes the concept as a "hip, laid-back neighborhood bar" with a 50-50 food and beverage sales mix, talks about blunting the recession with promotions, getting help from vendors and winter drink trends.