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More Restaurant Operators Plan to Spend More on Technology

New report from Technomic explores current landscape of technology use, identifies priorities for future investment and provides insights into emerging trends.

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New ‘COVID-19 Safe Operating Guidance’ with Latest Ventilation Best Practices Is Now Available

Updated manual from National Restaurant Association and ServSafe provides new protocols for maintenance of HVAC and air-circulation systems, among other things.

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By the Numbers

40%

That's how many Americans support restaurant and bar closings to slow the spread of the pandemic, according to the sixth Consumer Pulse Survey that Chicago-based customer data science company dunnhumby has conducted during the pandemic. In March, dunnhumby reported that 69% of Americans approved of closing restaurants and bars to combat the pandemic.

Today's Quote/Unquote:

"I was pleased with our ability to once again deliver strong profitability in an unpredictable sales environment. Our restaurant teams continue to demonstrate remarkable flexibility and resilience, while executing at a high level and serving our guests safely. We continue to view this environment as a rare opportunity to meaningfully transform our business for long-term growth."

— Gene Lee, CEO of Darden Restaurant Inc., on the company’s fiscal second quarter earnings ending Nov. 29. Total sales were $1.66 billion, a decrease of 19.4% from the previous year’s second quarter. Same-restaurant sales were down 20.6%. Considering the pandemic’s impact on the industry, the operator of Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Capital Grille and other chains is holding its own.

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Papa John’s Debuting ‘Epic Stuffed Crust’ Pizza

Latest menu addition is only the second variation on pizza chain's original crust in 35 years.

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