Tag: Covid-19
How COVID-19 is Fueling a Home Mixology Movement
Consumers mixing cocktails at home was already a trend before the pandemic. But the COVID-19 crisis—with lockdowns and on-premise closures—has undoubtedly spread and accelerated this movement. …
New James Beard Foundation, IRC Data Paints Grim Picture For Industry
Three in five restaurants need additional funding for fixed costs and payroll to fully reopen and stay open, according to new data from the James Beard …
NRA Sends Blueprint for Restaurant Revival To Congress
The National Restaurant Association on July 15 sent a “Blueprint for Restaurant Revival” to Congress. The comprehensive policy and legislative plan outlines specific and immediate action the federal …
On-premise Tech For The New Normal
Technology has become more important in beverage alcohol in recent years, for both on- and off-premise operators. But the coronavirus pandemic accelerated the push to adopt …
10 Strategies For Reopening Restaurants
Although restaurants across North America are beginning to open again in a limited capacity, it’s clear that the traditional model won’t be viable in the short-term …
On-premise Performance On The Upswing
It’s been a rough few months for full-service restaurants and bars, but things are starting to look up, according to the Nielsen CGA data. Among the …
Why An Economic Downturn Is No Time To Cut Marketing
When was the last time you relied on your gut instinct, or intuition, to guide you or make a decision? When this sixth sense kicks in …
Can Craft Beer Survive COVID-19?
The craft beer industry was growing steadily before COVID-19. Thanks to the rise of taprooms—allowing breweries of all sizes to generate consistent revenue—the category had found more room to …