Did you know 77% of America's hops come from the state of Washington, yet most Americans live within 10 miles of a craft brewery? In episode #041 of the Social Restaurant Podcast, I welcome Jarod Kelly, Chief Happiness Officer of Hopjacks, a Pensacola, F

Have you ever eaten at a restaurant and left your copy of the receipt on the table? If so, you could be playing a risky game with your credit card data security. Javelin Strategy and Research recently found in their annual survey of identity theft vict

It’s rumored that the Sub or ‘Submarine’ had it’s origin in Boston MA around the time of World War II. Since that time and due to large pushes by franchised systems, this deli style sandwich has become an international hit. In episode

Forrester Research predicts that by 2016 more than 63 million Americans will be working from the comfort of their homes. But does this stat actually apply to the corporate culture of restaurant systems? My guest today is living proof that it does. In ep

You've heard us mention Google Glass a few times on the show, right? But what exactly is Google Glass? And more importantly, does it have any use cases in my restaurant system? In episode #037 of the Social Restaurant Podcast, I welcome Jason Smylie, EVP

In October if 2013, CNBC reported that major American private equity firms have been pouring money into an early stage restaurant industry segment that is poised for explosive growth over the next decade. If you guessed Frozen Yogurt, you are dead on!ÂÂ

A 2005 study conducted by researchers at The Ohio State University found that while a clear business plan and strategy is important, the most successful restaurant owners all had one thing in common -- a well-defined concept. But what makes a concept wel

If there's one food that’s made its way into the mouths of just about everyone in America, it's probably the hotdog. A classic American food cherished by everyone from hipsters to school kids and sports fans alike, the hotdog trend has gained moment

Do you wear Glass? Google Glass made huge waves a few years back when the Internet giant announced its development and limited release. Since that time, the focus of just about all of the big tech trade shows have been on the rising trend and excitement

When you walk into your favorite lunch spot, do you notice what’s hanging on the wall? What about the carpet, or the upholstery in the booth where you sit to eat your lunch? My guess is, probably not – but did you know that all of those design