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At Backbar, we decided to make the ultimate Chicago cocktail: We used an infusion technique for spirits called fat..
No idea what went on this week? No problem, we'll fill you in.
Here's a taste of this week's headlines
Who knew running a successful bar and restaurant would require so much math?
Here is a quick look at some of the top headlines in the restaurant industry this week and around the U.S.
There are many costs that go into running a restaurant and while some are not controllable, others are, and taking..
"I'm sorry we are out of that." There is nothing worse than going to a bar and they are out of what you wanted. Do..
Top headlines from the restaurant industry this week.
Does the thought of sitting down and creating a purchasing budget stress you out to the point that you find..
Here is a recap of what went on in the restaurant industry this week for current news on food, beverage, and..
One of the most important elements of running a successful bar is to control and maintain a low liquor cost.
Inventory can be one of the most costly things when it comes to running a bar or restaurant so analyzing your data..
Here is what is going on in the restaurant industry this week in food, beverage, news and technology.
At Backbar we know that taking liquor inventory can be a headache, so we created a free bar inventory app to help..
At Backbar we know purchasing liquor from your vendors takes time and various communication platforms. So we made..
The life of a bar manager is filled with long shifts and heavy workloads. A traditional 40-hour work week would feel..
Since the mid-2000s, life has changed for bartenders. The cocktail revival kicked off in the mid aughts wasn't a..
Here's a quick question: What is the most important part of the restaurant business?
We talk to dozens of restaurants every day and they often tell us one of their top challenges is training their wait..
Who hasn't had sushi? Well, maybe a few of you. But the Japanese food has become extremely popular in the U.S. as..
If you're a restaurant manager looking for bigger opportunities, or a non-management level restaurant employee..
I recently wrote about Bar Inventory Accounting and while that post and many others in our Backbar Academy discuss..
Running a successful bar relies on a team of people that must all be in sync and aware of their duties and..
The first World Rum Day is being celebrated this month on July 11th, 2019. It's a day for bars, cocktail and spirit..
For most restaurant and bar owners and managers, the enjoyable part of the job revolves around delighting customers..
One of the fastest growing careers in restaurants and hospitality is the sommelier track. In the past few years the..
Doing regular inventory of your bar is critical to running a successful beverage operation. And there are many ways..
I can’t think of another industry where photography..
People don’t go to restaurants just for the food. They go for the experience of having a relaxing time while having..
Taking bar inventory can be time consuming and frustrating. It’s a lot of work to count hundreds of bottles, move..
We know that normally, business owners have enough questions of their own and aren’t looking to add any more to..
Losing a restaurant manager can be really devastating. It can upend employee relationships, diminish a positive work..
In 2016, the restaurant industry saw a turnover rate of 72.9% for restaurant employees. This marked a nearly 7%..
Some managers have intangible qualities that make them effective leaders and impactful mentors. If you're lucky,..
The explosive growth of restaurants has increased the cooking opportunities for cooks and chefs and this has left..
Every year Earth Day is a time when everyone makes the extra effort to volunteer and be more environmentally..
Creativity is taking center stage and that is apparent in the 2019 cocktail trends. From garnishes to a twist on..
No one likes to blend in and thats especially true for craft beers. Once a trend themselves, craft beer has expanded..
With 2019 in full effect lets take a look at some of the biggest wine trends that are going to take the industry by..
The allure of the restaurant industry is easy to understand. The money can be good and comes fast. The obligation is..
What makes a good restaurant staff? Is it that they smile? Can double-stir cocktails? Sure, hospitality and talent..
The world of wine can be intimidating. From full bodied red wines to crisp dry white wines. The options are truly..
Whether its the freezing winter, the holiday season, or healthy new year's resolutions, a slow business season is..
Does your restaurant's menu change seasonally? It should. And not just your food menu. Your wine, beer, and cocktail..
A consistent flow of new beers, breweries, and bars are feeding the beer loving public each day. If you're at a bar..
A restaurant is only as good its staff. The bartender, servers, and help staff are the heart and soul of a..
Par levels are a phrase you'll hear often when working at a bar or restaurant. But it's more than an industry term...
Ah, the sacred wine by the glass list... In many restaurants the glass list is responsible for up to 75% of all wine..
Everywhere we look, it seems like a new, high-level cocktail program is being offered at bars both new and old. More..
Once, during a busy Friday night a bar in Chicago, a recently hired server returned a glass of White Zinfandel to..
Pricing drinks can be a tricky part of the bar business, but it doesn’t have to be. Pricing your drinks properly..
Taking liquor inventory at your bar or restaurant can be a pain. But the best way to minimize the pain is to create..
A well run bar should have an alcohol cost between 18-20% of sales. It's the golden range for bar managers and..
If you hang out in bars long enough, you'll eventually start to hear all sorts of unusual and interesting phrases..
What wine pairs well with fish? What is the difference between a red and white wine glass? What does a dry wine..
