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Why these restaurants are choosing to reset for longevity
Operators share practical strategies to adapt to rising costs and shifting demand for long-term survival.
The Hidden Cost of the Third-Party Delivery Boom and How to Win
Third-party delivery commissions are eating into margins as drive-thru demand rises, forcing QSRs to rebalance delivery vs. in-store costs.
Karnataka shifts to India's first alcohol-in-beverage duty structure; Revised liquor and beer prices announced
Karnataka’s new alcohol-in-beverage duty structure changes liquor/beer pricing—operators must recalculate menu costs and margins immediately.
Global rice prices poised to gain on deficit, geopolitical crisis and weather concerns
Rising global rice prices due to deficit and weather issues could squeeze food costs for operators relying on rice-based menus.
ASIC disqualifies Sydney hospitality director for five years
Regulatory action against a director highlights risks of wage theft and compliance failures in hospitality operations.
Eating out or ordering online may soon cost more: Food services set to become 5–10% costlier starting next week amid fuel price hike
Food services face 5-10% costlier operations due to fuel price hikes, forcing operators to raise menu prices or absorb losses.
India bans sugar exports with immediate effect to cool domestic prices
Sugar export ban may raise domestic prices; cafes should lock in supplies or adjust menu pricing before September 30.
India bans sugar exports till September 2026 to control domestic prices
Sugar export ban till 2026 may spike domestic prices; cafes should lock in contracts or adjust menu pricing early.
Haryana’s New Aggregator Rules: What It Means For Delivery And Ride-Hailing Platforms?
Haryana’s new aggregator rules may increase delivery costs or restrict platform operations, directly impacting restaurant operators' margins and delivery strategies.
Restaurants frame immigration as a fight for consumer affordability
Immigration policy shifts could ease labor shortages and stabilize staffing costs for operators facing inflation pressures.
Milma to hike milk price by ₹4 per litre from June 1
Milk price hike of ₹4/litre from June 1 will directly impact café milk-based product costs; plan pricing or menu adjustments now.
Higher global prices, tighter imports to boost India’s oilseed production: SEA
Rising global oilseed prices and import restrictions may increase mustard oil costs, impacting menu pricing and margins for QSR operators.
What’s Really Happening At the Drive Thru?
Drive-thru efficiency insights could help QSR operators optimize staffing and reduce wait times for better margins.
Your Swiggy, Zomato orders may get costlier as fuel prices rise
Delivery costs may rise due to fuel price hikes, squeezing margins for restaurants using Swiggy or Zomato.
Hospitality trainees can now apply for a share of $12,000
Australian operators can hire apprentices/trainees with up to $12k in government grants to offset training costs.
Consumers are drinking less. Here’s how restaurants can fix it
Learn low-cost promotions to offset declining alcohol sales amid high prices and budget-conscious diners.
India soymeal exports to fall to four-year low on rising prices
Soymeal price surge may force Indian QSRs to switch suppliers or raise menu costs due to reduced export availability.
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