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- Americans tip better despite tighter belts
Zagat reported that the average restaurant tip hit 19.2% last year, up from 18% in 2000, a trend that may stem at least in part from the recession, experts say. U.S. consumers are spending less on restaurant meals but often are leaving the same tip they would have dropped in better days. "People are going out less often, so the few times they do go out, they feel more comfortable being generous," business professor Sherry Jarrell said. U.S. News & World Report
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- McDonald's alters Happy Meal site in response to unhappy groups
McDonald's has changed its Happy Meal website by eliminating the forward-to-a-friend option in the face of criticism by privacy advocates. That's not enough to stanch criticism by the Center for Digital Democracy, however. "We are concerned that it took a threat of regulatory action about McDonald's violation of the federal privacy law protecting kids for it to act," CDD said. Adweek
(10/23)
- 2 Napa Valley eateries keep their Michelin stars
The French Laundry and The Restaurant at Meadowood in California's Napa Valley wine region each retained their three stars in the updated Michelin guide to San Francisco-area restaurants that was released Wednesday. "Three Michelin stars is considered the utmost international recognition in the culinary world, and is reserved for those restaurants that serve exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey," according to Michelin. Reuters
(10/23)
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- Starbucks invests in creating new crop of brand ambassadors
Starbucks spent $35 million on a recent "Leadership Lab" and conference for 9,600 store managers, an event aimed at telling the coffee brand's story and offering managers a chance to tell their own tales. It's the latest move in an ongoing strategy to engender a sense of ownership that translates into better customer service. Fast Company online
(10/22)
- Blindfolded dining raises awareness for the visually impaired
Patrons attending Lights Out dinners hosted by three restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and South Beach, Fla., will eat and drink without seeing a thing. The program aims to help people understand what it's like to be visually impaired. “People are blindfolded from going to their seats, to dining and drinking,” said Jourdan Kaufman of Stand Among Friends, a nonprofit organization that helps students with disabilities to seek employment. The Miami Herald (free registration)
(10/21)
- Greens could appear on more menus, report predicts
Kale, turnip greens and other leafy vegetables will turn up on the menus of more mainstream restaurant chains next year, according to the annual list of predictions from Baum + Whiteman. The forecast also refutes the idea that grilled cheese and pies will replace burgers and cupcakes. The Huffington Post
(10/23)
- Restaurants turn to turkey to fill today's sandwiches
Turkey is increasingly seen as a healthier meat option, and it is chosen more often than chicken at fast-casual eateries, according to Mintel. The trend is driving restaurants to innovation when it comes to creating new versions of the traditional turkey sandwich. “The possibilities are probably not endless, but we’re testing the limits, that’s for sure,” said Kelly Roddy, president of Schlotzsky’s Deli. QSR Magazine
(10/2012)
- Dumpling fans find more to love at NYC eateries
New Yorkers have always had options when it comes to indulging a craving for dumplings, but new offerings are on the rise from eateries including RedFarm, the Good Fork and the Rickshaw food truck. Today's dumplings are diverse, including the "pretzel dumpling" from Dale Talde, which covers the cured pork inside with a pretzel-like shell and comes with strong mustard for dipping. The New York Times (tiered subscription model)
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