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How One Strategy Drove +53% Sales—and You’re Probably Ignoring It

There’s a goldmine sitting inside your restaurant—and it’s not your food, your vibe, or even your team. It’s your customer database. If you’re like most restaurant operators, you’ve got thousands of guest emails and phone numbers buried in OpenTable, Toast, your POS, or some forgotten Mailchimp account. But here’s the brutal truth: Most restaurants collect […]

How We Helped Padrino’s Grow Catering Sales by 85% in 90 Days

Most restaurants say they want to grow catering. Few actually do. And even fewer treat it like the strategic revenue pillar it deserves to be. But when they do? The results can be massive. Just ask our client, Padrino’s Cuban Cuisine — a 30+ year-old family-run brand with 5 locations across South Florida. Their goal […]

How to Build an AI Advisory Board for Your Restaurant

(And Make Smarter Decisions in Less Time) In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, restaurant owners and operators are expected to juggle marketing, operations, hiring, finances, and strategy — all at once. But what if you could get real-time advice from some of the world’s top restaurant experts and business leaders… instantly? Thanks to AI, that’s no […]

How Potential Tariffs Could Impact Food Costs—And What to Do About It

If you’re a restaurant owner, you’ve likely seen the news: tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada are set to push food costs even higher. That means your avocados, meats, dairy, and key produce—the lifeblood of your menu—are about to get more expensive. Margins are already razor-thin in this business. The question isn’t “Will this […]

How to Optimize Your Website to Attract More Private Event Clients

In the competitive world of restaurants and event venues, your website is the virtual handshake that convinces potential clients to book with you. It’s not just a digital brochure—it’s a powerful tool to convert browsers into event bookers. In this guide, we’ll explore how to turn your website into a lead-generating machine for private events. […]

How to Use Social Media to Drive Private Event Bookings for Your Restaurant

Social media has become an indispensable tool for restaurants aiming to grow private event bookings. Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok offer powerful opportunities to showcase your restaurant’s event capabilities, connect with potential customers, and drive leads directly to your booking pages. This guide will walk you through the strategies to leverage social media effectively […]

25 Powerful Event Sales Techniques for Venues and Planners

Planning and executing successful private events is a cornerstone for many venues, particularly restaurants looking to grow their revenue streams. With the right sales techniques, you can transform your private event offerings into a thriving and profitable business. Here are 25 actionable strategies designed specifically for venues and planners to boost event sales and client […]

Using Facebook and Google Ads to Maximize Your Private Event Leads and Sales

Private events are more than just an extra revenue stream—they’re the golden ticket to maximizing your restaurant’s profitability. Imagine turning those underutilized dining spaces into hubs of celebration, generating consistent, high-margin income. If you’re not actively marketing private events, you’re leaving serious money on the table. In this guide, we’ll explore how Facebook and Google […]