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10 Things You Should Definitely Not to Do in a Bar

Bartenders weigh in on all the ways you're pissing them off.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

Whiskey 101 a guide for beginners

Whiskey 101 a guide for beginners hoe to speak the lingo.

What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this one<br>So, if not…

25 Unique Date Night Ideas

25 Out of the Box Date Night Ideas to spur your creativity! Get out of the date night rut and try some of these fun ideas for your next date!

A beginner's guide to Irish pub etiquette

From the "round system" to tipping and closing time, our guide to the ins and outs of pubs in Ireland.

Love Beer? Get Away to These Beer-Friendly Destinations

Four critical factors that drive brand loyalty for casual dining restaurants

We've defined the top retention strategies 50 winning restaurants count on to drive loyalty.

You'll Never Guess Which Casual Dining Restaurant Is Everyone's Favorite

Diners may be having a love affair with fast-casual chains, but in the casual-dining realm, this experience still ranks at the top.

Hospitality Trends: Take Note From These 6 SoCal Restaurants & Bars

The restaurant industry is very competitive. In order to be successful, it is crucial to find creative and unique ways to brand your business. Learn how six SoCal restaurants &amp; bars have created their own hospitality trends that stand out from the rest.

4 Tips to Help You Run Your Restaurant Bar Successfully

It's time to tap into your bar's full potential. Raise the bar with these four business tips.

Tipping Guidelines For Non-Restaurant Services

Tipping etiquette outside of restaurant can feel like a gray area. These guidelines will help.

How to Build Your Restaurant Bar Inventory

Managing a restaurant bar can be daunting. Every concern, responsibility, and task you have for your food inventory is now doubled by introducing liquor to the mix. Twice as many distributors. Twice as many menus. More employees. More upfront expense. But if you’re successful, your bar can also generate more patrons and higher revenue. There’s

What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?

Nowadays, it seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?

What You Need to Set Up Your Restaurant Bar

Some liquor, refrigeration, and other equipment needs are must-haves when you're starting a restaurant bar. This list covers all the basics.

How to Manage Your Restaurant Bar Inventory for Better Profits

Filling out your restaurant stock control spreadsheet? Check out these tips on managing your restaurant bar inventory and boosting profit.

What's Your Dining Rep?

More and more restaurants are getting the dish on their diners before they even walk in the door. Here's how and why.

A guide to dining out on Fathers Day

Local restaurants have it covered when it comes to celebrating Dad.

Tips for Dining Out Gluten-Free

Dr. Clifford Bassett breaks down tips for dining out if you or someone you know has a gluten allergy.

How Sustainable Is Socially Distant Dining?

How sustainable is socially distant dining when eating out is inherently a social experience? One writer has been thinking about that a lot.