The Explosion of AI In the FoodService Industry

The Explosion of AI In the FoodService Industry

We have heard again and again how Artificial Intelligence is coming for our jobs and will leave us as piles of flesh vegetating in front of our TVs. Well… before we get to that point, AI might at least make your job of running a restaurant a lot easier!  Square’s New...
Do You Need More Non-Alcoholic Options?

Do You Need More Non-Alcoholic Options?

Low & non-alcoholic beverages are increasingly popular among consumers. Younger adults have been trending away from traditional norms by consuming less alcohol than previous generations.   IWSR has the latest statistics from the US and around the world. Those...
The Race to Release Pumpkin Spiced Drinks Earlier

The Race to Release Pumpkin Spiced Drinks Earlier

On August 16, Dunkin’ announced the start of the “fall” pumpkin spiced beverage season. Starbucks started selling their pumpkin drinks on August 24th. “Pumpkin creep” has been an emerging trend for retailers hoping to capitalize on early consumer excitement and to...
Iced Tea – Ready to Break Out!

Iced Tea – Ready to Break Out!

Iced tea sales growth has been half that of sports drinks and energy drinks in the last four years. Even sales of RTD coffee have almost doubled that of tea in the same amount of time. New coffee drinks have been capturing the imagination and market share in recent...
Alcoholic Beverage Trends for the Restaurant Industry

Alcoholic Beverage Trends for the Restaurant Industry

The National Restaurant Association recently issued a report that looks into trends for On-Premises and Off-Premises Alcohol sales. The findings include sales figures and demographic distribution.  Some insights from the report include: Alcohol makes up about 21% of...