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This week's fresh serve of news from around the Catering & Restaurant Industry. Keep up-to-date with the latest in Catering Equipment & Restaurant Equipment, Food Trends & Business Tips from around the web.

7 foods you should order at a restaurant rather than make yourself, according to experts

Some foods just taste better at a restaurant. Butter is too expensive to make yourself. Ceviche is typically safer in a restaurant. Cooking food at home instead of eating out is usually a good way to save money, but if you're interested in trying new foods – or enjoying your favourites that go beyond the basic – creating them in your own kitchen might not always be the best way to go. Read more ... Original story on businessinsider.com.au Original story on news.com.au

Why you should tip exceptional service in hospitality

The question of whether and how much to tip is always a tricky one. In Australia the minimum wage is $18.93 an hour — almost double the dismal US rate. Dr Angela Knox, an associate professor of human resource management and industrial relations at the University of Sydney Business School, said people should not worry that tipping would push Australian wages down like in the US. Read more ...

Loyalty 2.0 Has Arrived for Restaurants

By combining technology, convenience, and service, restaurant owners will have the necessary tools to attract new customers and encourage repeat dining, ultimately boosting their bottom line. Remember those days when the app store seemed revolutionary? Feels like 40 years ago, but it was really just a recent revelation for marketers and retail brands nationwide. Consumer behavior has shifted dramatically since. Read more ... Original story on qsrmagazine.com Original story on entrepreneur.com

5 Key Factors to Keep in Mind to Ensure a Successful Restaurant Business

More and more restaurants are coming up every day, from food trucks to café to fine dining to themed restaurants; the options are just innumerable. Running your own business and flexibility at work being one's own boss sounds great, but the truth is that starting a restaurant from scratch is not at all easy. Choosing a busy location for your restaurant cannot guarantee success. There are a lot of other factors that need to be considered before opening any eating establishment. Read more ...

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