Tag: restaurant industry
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Independent Restaurants Fight Back as Apps Blurred by Chains Masquerading as Indies
The Quiet War Over Visibility on Delivery Apps Independent restaurants are sounding the alarm about a tactic they say is quietly reshaping the competitive landscape: big chains masquerading as independent businesses on delivery platforms. The accusation is that global corporations, including familiar names like Pizza Hut and TGI Fridays, are using various listing strategies to…
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Independent restaurants cry foul as chains allegedly masquerade on delivery apps
Introduction: a simmering tension in the delivery era As delivery apps become a central channel for dining, a growing chorus of independent restaurant owners argues that the platform economics and marketing practices favor big chains. They claim global corporations are “sneaky” and a “killer” to family-owned eateries, allegedly masquerading as independent brands to gain visibility…
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Taco Bell’s Luxe Value Menu: Tasty Innovations with a Messy Twist
Introduction: A Fresh Spin on Value In recent months, Taco Bell has teased a new wave of menu items that blend premium flavor ideas with the brand’s classic, wallet-friendly pricing. The Luxe Value Menu isn’t a complete overhaul of the brand’s identity; instead, it’s a strategic nudge toward elevated taste experiences that still feel accessible.…
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High Food Prices Threaten London Restaurants and Diners Today
London’s hospitality sector confronts rising costs Before dawn breaks over the Woodfield neighborhood, a small diner opens its doors to a steady trickle of early risers. The calm routine of a city breakfast is a contrast to the growing pressure faced by London’s restaurant owners as food prices climb and inflation tightens wallets. In this…
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Malaysians Now Southeast Asia’s Biggest Beef Consumers
Overview In recent years, Malaysians have moved beyond being casual beef enthusiasts to becoming the largest beef consumers in Southeast Asia. Across the nation, a mix of modern dining concepts, a growing middle class, and a robust beef supply chain have combined to shift eating patterns. From high-end steakhouses in Kuala Lumpur to casual eateries…
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25 of the Saddest Restaurant Closures We Saw in 2025
Introduction: A year of endings and memories 2025 brought a mix of bold openings and heartbreaking farewells. While the city welcomed new concepts and beloved international flavors, a number of long-standing favorites announced closures that left regulars and casual diners alike feeling a touch of nostalgia. This feature highlights 25 restaurant closures from the year,…
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Is the Viral Cheese Pull Saving Chain Restaurants?
Introduction: A comforting trend in uncertain times The viral cheese pull has become more than a quirky food moment. In an era of rising costs and fluctuating discretionary spending, a stretchy, gooey bite can feel reassuring for diners and serve as free advertising for chain restaurants. But does it actually translate into sustained sales for…
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Skye Gyngell Obituary: Trailblazing Australian Chef Dies at 62 in London
Trailblazing chef Skye Gyngell dies at 62 We mourn the loss of Skye Gyngell, a pioneering figure in modern cuisine who became the first Australian woman to win a Michelin star. Gyngell died in London on a recent Saturday, surrounded by family and friends. Her death marks the end of a remarkable career that helped…
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Tributes Pour In as Starred Chef Skye Gyngell Dies at 62
Celebrated chef Skye Gyngell passes away at 62 What began as a luminous career in kitchens around the world has ended with the passing of Skye Gyngell, the acclaimed chef celebrated for her refined, seasonal cuisine. Her family announced the death at age 62, leaving a void in the culinary world where her influence, creativity,…
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Tributes pour in as Starred Chef Skye Gyngell Dies at 62
Renowned chef Skye Gyngell dies at 62 Celebrated chef Skye Gyngell has died at the age of 62, with her family confirming the heartbreaking news over the weekend. Gyngell, whose influence stretched across continents, was known for her delicate, seasonally driven cuisine and her role in shaping modern cooking in both the UK and Australia.…