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            <title><![CDATA[How Rising (and Falling) Trends Create New Menu Wins]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Explore rising and fading food trends, from vodka sauce fries to retro soufflés, with menu-ready ideas for operators.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Score Big: How Soccer Goalz™ LTOs Drive Traffic and Demand]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover how you can use Soccer Goalz™ LTOs to create buzz, boost restaurant traffic, and tap into America’s growing soccer fandom.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why It Pays to Have a Little Fun This Sports Season]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Maximize Your Fryer Oil]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Extend fryer oil life with these 10 tips that help to reduce waste, improve food quality, and lower frying costs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Capitalize on the Fiber Trend ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover why fiber is 2026’s top health trend and how operators can meet growing consumer demand.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Refreshing Opportunity You Could Be Missing ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how refreshing beverages and frozen ingredients can drive traffic, boost margins, and elevate menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Using Social Media to Drive Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how restaurants can use social media, visuals, and LTOs to boost engagement and drive more traffic.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Cool and Craveable Summer Trends]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover refreshing, crave-worthy summer food trends to inspire menus, boost sales, and delight guests.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From Plate to Post: Social Media Trends for Spring and Summer ]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Get fresh recipes for social media, ideas inspired by foodservice marketing trends and seasonal menu storytelling for spring and summer.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[8 Strategies for More Effective LTOs]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how you can boost sales with 8 proven strategies for successful limited-time offers that attract customers and drive traffic.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[7 Tips for Restaurant LTOs That Drive Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Limited-time offers (LTOs) have long been one of the most effective tactics to generate excitement and drive restaurant traffic. Here we offer some tips to help you make your LTOs popular and profitable.
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            <title><![CDATA[Tips for Creating a Craveable Menu]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Consider featuring global flavors and health-forward dishes when planning your menus. These types of dishes grab attention and keep your customers coming back.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Frozen Food Delivers on Quality in Institutional Kitchens]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you are seeking quality, safety, and cost savings in products for your institutional kitchen, frozen foods are the ideal choice.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[52 Accredited Recipe Ideas for Every Week of the Year ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Planning meals for the entire school year can be a challenge. We are here to help, with 52 accredited recipes to inspire weekly menus and boost your foodservice creativity.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A Winning Upcharge Opportunity ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn how premium offerings and strategic upcharges can drive revenue and customer satisfaction.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Flavor Revolution: Umami’s 28% Surge by 2029]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We explore the growing popularity of umami and how it is reshaping menus. Discover the flavor revolution for yourself!

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            <title><![CDATA[How Experiential Dining is Reshaping Restaurant Culture]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[See how unique dining experiences are redefining restaurant culture and boosting customer engagement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The New Rules of Restaurant Value]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Discover what diners value most in 2025—quality, service, innovation, and nostalgia.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Done Right, ‘Customization’ Can Be a Game-Changer in Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tapping Into Baby Boomers' $2.1 Trillion Appetite]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's essential to understand the wants and needs of Baby Boomers—win their appeal with flavorful, nutritious meals that support wellness in healthcare dining settings.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Student-Centered Menu Design: Boosting Participation Through Choice, Culture, and Voice ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[What is student-centered menu design? And why should you consider it? Read on for more information and simple steps you can take to incorporate this approach in your school menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Strategies to Attract Health-Conscious Students]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[College students want to prioritize their health, and that often starts with their diet. Discover strategies to engage health-focused students with nutritious, appealing campus dining options.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Ways to Win Over Picky Eaters]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you work in K-12 dining, you know that children can be picky about what they eat. We offer 5 thought-starting ideas to boost student satisfaction in your foodservice operation.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Leverage Social Media on National Fry Day]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Use social media to drive traffic and profits this National Fry Day—we give you the tools and expert tips to make it successful and profitable!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Lessons from the Top 500 Chains]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[How the Definition of Value is Evolving: 5 Things to Know]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Consumer value perceptions are shifting—what does it mean for success in foodservice? We offer five key insights on value.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: 3 Bold Breakfast Recipes That Make Mornings Easier]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Chef Zach Greatting is back in the test kitchen; he cooks up some scalable, prep-friendly, and labor-efficient breakfast recipes for your morning menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Fries Are the Superheroes of QSR Menus]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Plant-Forward Foods Are Taking Root in Healthcare]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Food Matters: How Dining Options Impact Senior Living Choices]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you know the importance of food options for seniors? Read on to explore how dining choices shape senior living decisions and enhance quality of life.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Fries Are More Important Than Ever for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[When it comes to driving traffic and profits, few things come close to french fries. After all, almost half of Americans say french fries are their go-to comfort food. Learn how you can use National Fry Day to promote fries, attract customers, and increase profits.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Senior Living Trends That Residents Love]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[What College Dining Can Learn from Fast Casuals]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[College dining can learn a few things from fast casual—read on for ideas and strategies to enhance efficiency and student satisfaction.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Blurred Segments: Why Brands Need to Break the Rules]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Campus Dining Can Learn from the Rise of Ghost Kitchens]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Could your campus dining operation innovate by adopting strategies from ghost kitchens? Read on to find out more.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Taking Over the Line: A Simplot Station Experience at Boise State University]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[We recently transformed a campus dining station at BSU—it was a real culinary adventure! See what the culinary team and students had to say about it.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Head-to-Head: Hand-Cut vs. Frozen French Fries]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Need to Know: The Food as Medicine Revolution]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Functional Recipes to Amp Up Your Healthcare Menu]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Food can play an integral role in healing, but it must look appealing and taste good. We highlight some functional recipes you can use to boost nutrition and flavor in your healthcare menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Kitchen to the Cafeteria: High-Quality Staples Kids Will Love]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you need K-12 menu and recipe ideas that are nutritious and kid-approved but also high-quality and quick to prepare? We have them for you!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Elevate Your Beverage Program with Innovation and Profitability]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Chef Zach Greatting is back in the test kitchen; he creates five versatile and delicious beverages—packed with fruit and perfect for your summer menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Segment Update: What You Need to Know ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Check in on the K-12 foodservice landscape to stay informed. We highlight industry updates, key trends and offer insights and recipes to get your students excited about meals.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Student-Centered Menu Development: Giving Students a Voice in School Meals]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Ways to Elevate the On-Campus Dining Experience]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Would you like more students to dine on campus? Continue reading for ideas to improve student dining with creative menu suggestions and tips for efficiency and engagement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Turn Blurring Dayparts Into an Opportunity ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Consumers' dining habits are changing and more flexible than ever. Discover how you can capitalize on this by offering all-day breakfast and innovative meal options.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Strategize and Boost Profits with Avocados All Day]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you aren't featuring avocado on your menu, you may want to reconsider. Discover how incorporating avocado dishes across all dayparts can enhance restaurant profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Operators Reinvent the Classics with a Bit of ‘Retro-Vation’]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's important to add a bit of nostalgia (or 'Retro-Vation') to your menu without going overboard. Read on for examples and ideas to innovate and transform classic dishes that will captivate your diners.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[‘Swelicious’ Flavors Fuel Restaurant Growth and Customer Excitement]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA['Swelicious' and 'swicy' flavors are driving restaurant growth and enhancing customer excitement nationwide. It's easy to tap in to this trend by adding a bit of zing to your existing dishes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Asian Flavors Elevate Classic Dishes and Inspire Creativity]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Asian flavors have been red hot for years, and their popularity continues to grow. Discover how you can transform classic dishes and spark creativity on your menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Importance of Breakfast for K-12 Students]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[You know a nutritious breakfast is important for students' performance, but how do you get them to eat in the morning? We have ideas and menu trends that will entice students in for breakfast.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Value Meals: What Can Be Learned from Major Chains]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Optimize Your Healthcare Dining Operation: Tips to Know]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Need a quick primer on best practices for healthcare dining operations? Read on for some essential tips and key strategies to enhance your efficiency and improve customer satisfaction.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Streamline Back of House Operations]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Have you struggled with hiring enough back-of-house staff? If so, you aren't alone. Read on for some effective strategies to enhance efficiency in your restaurant's back-of-house operations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How C&U Operators Can Reach Gen Z on Social Media]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Need some help reaching your Gen Z students? Explore top strategies C&U operators can use on social media to engage and connect with Gen Z audiences effectively.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Build a Positive Restaurant Culture to Drive Customer Satisfaction]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[From Campus To Consumer, Gen Z Seeks Authentic Sustainability]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Great Strategies for a Winning Beverage Program]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Have you given your beverage menu a refresh recently? Use these five proven strategies to craft a winning beverage program that will boost sales and delight your customers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Trends To Prioritize in Senior Dining]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Is your senior dining setup on-trend? If not, a few simple changes could get you there. Read on for the latest trends, including quality, variety, and health-focused options.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[ From the Test Kitchen: Slam Dunk Game Day Recipes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Join Zach Greatting, our talented content chef, as he creates four bold, indulgent, and winning game-day recipes that work well on restaurant menus and for catering spreads.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How K-12 Operators Can Celebrate Lunar New Year]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[C&U Winter Trends: Driving Participation On Campus]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Simplot’s Products Can Help Your Healthcare Operation]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Elevating Your Menu with RoastWorks® and Simple Goodness™]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Feeding Gen Alpha: Success for K-12 Operators]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Heartwarming Valentine's Ideas for Senior Residents]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Elevate Your Healthcare Menu]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Game-Changer in Foodservice: Simplot® Harvest Fresh®]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Our content chef, Zach Greatting, recently visited the Simplot avocado plant in Mexico. Follow along as he shares his take on the quality, versatility, and consistency of the Simplot® Harvest Fresh® products produced in Mexico.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Global Flavors Are Shaking Up Healthcare Foodservice]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tech Takes the Table]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Top Tips for Frying French Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 01:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Follow along as our talented content chef, Zach Greatting, ventures into the test kitchen to find new and exciting ways to use Simplot products. In this edition, he gives tips for frying french fries like a pro and creates dishes using our new Conquest® Delivery+® 5/16" Straight Cut Fries.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Simplot Products That Save You Time]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Is your kitchen being impacted by the labor shortage? Read on to explore ten Simplot products designed to save you time in the kitchen and enhance your foodservice efficiency.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Make the Most of Tailgating Season in Your Dining Hall]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Combating the Slump: 3 Key Strategies to Reverse Falling Restaurant Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you seeing a slump in your restaurant traffic? Discover three effective strategies to combat declining traffic in your restaurant and enhance your customer engagement.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Trends to Inspire Healthcare Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are your healthcare foodservice options on-trend? Read on to explore five key trends that can elevate healthcare foodservice and enhance patient dining experiences.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Savor the Success: Signature Sauces]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Looking for a way to boost your menu appeal? House-made, signature sauces may be just the thing!
Discover how signature sauces elevate dishes with bold, craveable flavors that customers love.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[From Korea to the Caribbean: BBQ's Flavorful Regional Journey]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you want to bring some excitement to your menu, explore regional BBQ flavors from Korea to the Caribbean. The possibilities for new entrées and side dishes are endless—and delicious!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Small Plates, Big Profits: The Snacking Opportunity]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[The "Is It Worth It?" Test: Caramelizing Onions from Scratch]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Using Caramelized Onions]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Follow along as our talented content chef, Zach Greatting, ventures into the test kitchen to find new and exciting ways to use Simplot products. In this edition, he creates dishes using Simplot Simple Goodness™ RTE Caramelized-Style Onions.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[11 Inspiring Ideas for Caramelized Onions Across Every Daypart]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Caramelized onions add a premium touch to everything from breakfast to burgers—but they can be very time-consuming to prepare. Here are some creative (and labor-saving) ways to incorporate caramelized onions into your menu.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Four Generations, Four Ideas: Appealing to Every Demographic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[From the Test Kitchen: Interesting Ways to Use Avocado]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Follow along as our talented new content chef, Zach Greatting, ventures into the test kitchen to find new and exciting ways to use Simplot products. In this edition, he unveils five inventive ways to use Harvest Fresh® Avocados.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Proven Ways to Add Pricing Power to Menu Items]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Back of House]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Can artificial intelligence really help you in the kitchen? In this post, we review three of the most popular AI tools for recipe generation—DishGen, Let’s Foodie and ChatGPT—and show you how they compare when presented with three simple ingredients.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Create the Perfect Secret Menu Item in 6 Smart Steps]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Fancy Eats, Familiar Feels: Boujee Breakfasts Offer Elevated Comfort Food]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Handheld Heroes: Late-Night Cravings Go Global]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Did you know that 53% of operators believe late-night menus are a long-term trend? Find out how you can dial up your menu to profit from America’s love for late-night gnosh.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Reasons Why Portable Meals Mean Business for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Breakfast Potatoes Are Fueling the Resurgence of Morning Traffic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Grain Bowl Update: How to Simplify Prep in Your Kitchen]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[After a decade of explosive growth, grain bowl popularity shows no sign of waning, especially among younger generations. And new products are making bowls easier than ever to serve!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Feeding Gen Alpha: What K-12 Can Learn from New Research]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Generation Alpha is set to revolutionize school lunch programs with its diverse, health-conscious, and brand-aware eating habits. See the latest research to help with your K-12 menu planning.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurant Apps: The 7 Must-Have Features of Effective Apps in 2024]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It’s 2024. If your goals are to increase sales and build loyalty, you need to know about the seven features  of your restaurant app you shouldn’t go without.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 Reasons Why K-12 School Kitchens Love Today’s Frozen Foods]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[American schools have made a heroic effort to serve more vegetables and fruits to their students. But, it isn't easy. Here are the six biggest reasons K-12 schools find frozen products the perfect complement to their fresh produce program.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Kick Up Classic Holiday Beverages This Winter]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Give your customers a new reason to visit this winter by rolling out some classic beverages revamped with a twist for the holiday season.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Boost Value When Menu Prices are Rising]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Do you know how your customers are calculating value today? And what can you do to create additional value that brings them back? Read on for some tips and guidance.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[24 Low-Cost Sustainability Tactics for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[One in five U.S. consumers say they go out of their way to eat at sustainable establishments. Here are 24 low-cost ways you can boost your sustainability credentials to attract them—without breaking the bank.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Foodservice in 2030: Predictions for the Industry]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/foodservice-in-2030-predictions-for-the-industry</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Foodservice industry leaders gathered for the Technomic Activate Conference in June 2023 to examine trends and look ahead as we approach the next decade. Their observations offer an intriguing glimpse into the future.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Pre- and Post-Game Snacks for College Sports Fans]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It’s football season and your students are hungry for new, game-day food options and occasions. In this article, you’ll learn how to leverage fan enthusiasm into higher meal-plan satisfaction using labor-saving products and recipes.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[National School Lunch Week Update]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The theme of this year’s NSLW was “Level Up With School Lunch” and the Simplot K-12 Team visited kitchens in the West Ada School District near Boise last week to commemorate the occasion in style!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Nostalgic Desserts Are Bringing Back Memories—and Customers]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Nostalgic desserts are really growing in popularity, and consumers across all age groups are interested in them. Do you have any of these retro sweet treats on your dessert menu? Read on to get ideas and kitchen-tested recipes from the Simplot Culinary Team.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Elevated Pizza Takes Flavor to New Heights]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 02:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It's no surprise, restaurant-goers love pizza, but tastes are evolving. So don't be afraid to get a little crazy with your pizza toppings—veggies, curry, Souvlaki, Al Pastor, seafood—give them a try.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Loaded Fries Go Wacky, Wild and Over the Top]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/loaded-fries-go-wacky-wild-and-over-the-top</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 01:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Loaded fries are as popular as ever, so why not capitalize on this trend? You can be creative with your menu and customers get what they want. Win-win!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Globally-Inspired Veggie Small Plates]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Why not create some globally-inspired small plates to add to your menu? It's the perfect opportunity to get creative, give your customers what they want, and have some fun!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Study: Vegetables Get a Seat at the Breakfast Table]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 22:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Breakfast is back! Learn how to satisfy your customers’ growing appetites for veggies at breakfast while reducing labor and improving consistency.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[AI in Restaurants: How to Use AI to Write Social Media Posts and Ads]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Tired of writing social media posts for your restaurant? In this post, you’ll learn the elements of effective social media posts and how to prompt AI tools, like ChatGPT, to create them.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What's the Big Deal About Ready-to-Eat Frozen Vegetables?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 00:29:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Simplot's Ready-to-Eat (RTE) Frozen Vegetables and Fruit make prepping salads, grab-n-go items and meal kits a breeze—just thaw and serve. Read on to see how these products can help you cut your labor costs—and much more.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Future of Off-Premise Ordering for Restaurants]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The pandemic forced countless restaurants to figure out how to serve their customers off-premise efficiently. Now that the crisis has passed, operators are taking a harder look at their off-premise programs with an eye toward optimizing processes and profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[AI in Restaurants: Using ChatGPT to Write Menu Descriptions]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/ai-in-restaurants-using-chatgpt-to-write-menu-descriptions</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Tantalizing menu descriptions are critical to sales. Now AI tools like ChatGPT are radically reducing the time it takes to write them. In this article, we’ll show you step-by-step how to use ChatGPT to create brilliant menu descriptions in seconds.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Want To Retain Your Foodservice Staff?  Engage Their Creativity.]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The shortage of qualified labor is reaching historic proportions. According to Technomic, Inc., job openings at restaurants are up 40% in just the last two years. Higher wages may be one remedy for attracting and retaining staff, but the current labor shortage comes at a time when median wages have risen 10% since 2017 alone.1  If higher wages arenâ€™t the silver bullet, what is?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[On Trend: When a Restaurant is More Than a Restaurant]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Personal and social values are shaping consumer choices in dining out. Here we explore a few ways restaurants can key into the trends that are not just shaping food expectations, but society as well.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Getting It Right: How to Hire In Foodservice]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How do you define a "good employee?" Management styles mean different qualities, skills and performance often stack up differently for various managers. But, in general, good employees have these similar traits.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Food Trends: Grain Bowls, Funky Fries and More]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 20:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The K-12 Team at Simplot has identified three important trends in K-12 foodservice for 2023 that can help you increase participation and meet nutritional standards:  funky fries, grain bowls and reimagined classics. Read on for menu inspiration and helpful product recommendations.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Hidden Costs of Line Flow Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 15:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Is the cheapest fry the most profitable fry? With wages and food prices rising, it may be tempting to go with a "bargain fry." In this post, you'll see why that's a mistake and learn about the hidden costs that hurt your bottom line—and your reputation.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Make Frozen Fries Crispy in the Oven]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Baking frozen french fries is a must in K-12 foodservice. (Can you think of anything your students love more?) In this article, you'll learn how to make frozen fries crispy in the oven in a way that rivals the best your K-12 students have enjoyed in restaurants.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Avocado Season: How Time of Year Affects Prices and Quality]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The avocado-growing capital of Michoacan, Mexico, has four distinct growing seasons that can dramatically affect pricing and quality. Learn how to overcome seasonal volatility and unexpected supply disruptions for better profitability.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA["Soggy Fries" and 7 Other Restaurant Reviews to Avoid]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Poor online fry reviews are bad for business. How can you recover? In this post, you'll learn about the common types of fry complaints found online and what you can do to serve better fries now. Your reputation depends on it!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Incorporate Island-Influenced Flavors into Your Restaurant]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[If spicing up your menu is top of mind, consider adding a refreshing new unique bowl guaranteed to tantalize your customers' taste buds. We're here to praise the robust and exotic flavors of island cuisines.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Sauces Are Taking Over Social Media and Restaurants]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Tips on How to Develop a Late-Night Snack Menu]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Late-night customers are returning to bars and restaurants and they are ready to spend money on experiences, food and drinks. In this article, we give tips, tricks, and ideas to make your late-night menu streamlined and profitable.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Crafting Crave-Worthy Salads: Tips for Building Hearty Salads in Your Restaurant]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[While customers crave nutritious, healthy salad options to support lifestyle and fitness goals, it can be challenging to stick to these ideals when appetites kick in. The "salads that satisfy" approach is a great way to surprise and delight your hungry customers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Frozen Food:  The Ultimate Waste Saver]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Frozen Avocado: 7 Reasons It's Making a Comeback]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Eatertainment: Raising the Bar to Boost Traffic]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[An intriguing eatertainment idea may spur trial and social media fame, but novelty alone is not enough. The food and drinks have to deliver if there's any hope of attracting subsequent visits—the lifeblood of the industry.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trending Bowl Recipes and Ingredients for K-12]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Cook Frozen French Fries: Expert Advice]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Everyone in your kitchen knows how to cook frozen french fries, right? Read on to ensure you are selecting the right fries, and that you are following best practices for proper storage and handling, cooking and holding.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurant Gift Cards: How to Leverage Them for Better Sales]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Women in Foodservice: Tips to Improve the Culture of your Restaurant]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Do Consumers Really Think About Restaurant Sustainability?]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 Delicious Menu Ideas with Extraordinary Margins]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[It looks like inflation will continue to push food costs higher in 2023. Check out these proven strategies to protect your bottom line by menuing more profitable dishes. And we have six tasty menu ideas with very healthy margins—give them a try!]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Global Flavors Taking Center Stage in K-12]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Spirit-Free Cocktails Are Essential on Every Drink Menu]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Some patrons are becoming more intentional with their alcohol consumption. But these "sober curious" consumers still enjoy the experience of ordering a thoughtfully crafted beverage without the side effects of alcohol. Do you have options for them?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Back To Our Roots with Fermentation and Pickling]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[There's Nothing Simple About These Soups]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you planning to feature soup on your menu this fall? It's a great way to show some creativity with flavors and ingredients—and customers love a big bowl of piping hot, housemade soup.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[A Solid Catering Program Can Boost Your Business]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 20:15:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Should You Raise Your Prices?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Thinking about raising your menu prices to offset increasing costs? There are many things to consider before you do.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Restaurants Are Weathering Inflation and Labor Challenges]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Halfway through 2022, restaurants continue to grapple with the twin challenges of high inflation and scarce labor. So what are they doing to survive? Where are the opportunities? And what's the path forward?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Makes Simplot's Columbia River Basin Vegetables So Good]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Watered by snowmelt from the Canadian Rockies, raised in the rich volcanic soils of eastern Washington, Simplot corn, peas, carrots and potatoes get the royal treatment from planting to processing. Learn what makes them so tender and delicious.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Do Entrées with Roasted Vegetables Earn 27% More?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 17:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Roasted vegetables are delicious—and they can help you capture premium prices, reduce prep, and delight your customers all at the same time.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Digital is Changing the Rules of Menu Engineering]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Designing a menu can be challenging—and layouts for print and digital are different. In this article, we go over the basic steps of menu engineering for print, then cover the new best practices for digital menus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[What Students Want: Trends in K-12 for Lunch, Breakfast and Grab-n-Go ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 00:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Here's a rundown of the notable K-12 foodservice innovations and trends we've identified for lunch, breakfast, grab-n-go and Smart Snacks, along with some data on the items students are craving off-campus.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Restaurants are Being More Sustainable—And You Can Too]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Ways a Ghost Kitchen Could Boost Your Profits]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[The 14 Highest Scoring Simplot Recipes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 18:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Developing new menu items is an art form informed by a chef's experience and intuition. But how do you really know if the wonderful recipe you just created will sell?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Ways to Amp-up Your Appetizer Game]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Global Takes on Loaded Fries Turn Heads]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[3 Ways to Make Shareable Small Plates from Side Dishes]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Allure of Technology Grows at Understaffed Restaurants]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Take the Sting Out of Fryer Oil Costs]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Surprise Twist: SIDEWINDERS™ Fries Celebrate Eight Years of Global Growth]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Versatile Products Are Helping K-12 During National School Lunch Week]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Supply chain disruptions are creating unwelcome surprises for menu planners and kitchen staff alike. These pandemic-related shortages are also shining a spotlight on an aspect of food products that is sometimes overlooked:  versatility.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How Restaurants Can Adapt to a Smaller Workforce]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 19:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Keeping and finding workers is likely your top challenge right now, and it doesn't look like that's going to change any time soon. Here we offer some ideas and resources to help you adapt to a smaller pool of workers.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurants Finding New Audiences on TikTok]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Are you using TikTok to showcase your business? If not, you might be missing out on its 100 million active users. It isn't just another tech platform you have to check out; TikTok is fast becoming a must-have for restaurant social media efforts.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Extreme Goes Mainstream with Over-the-Top Burgers and Sandwiches]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2021 20:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Roots Find New Growth in Heritage Recipes at Restaurants]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[Restaurants Take On Food Waste]]></title>
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            <title><![CDATA[4 Things You Have to Remember About Gen Z Diners]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2021 18:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Just when you got comfortable with Millennials' dining preferences, here comes Gen Z. Born between 1993 and 2002, they'll soon be the most influential customer cohort for restaurants, so now is the time to start to understand their unique approach to eating out.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Design a Restaurant Website in 3 Easy Steps]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 20:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Use Google to Help Patrons Find You]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Every day, people are searching for a restaurant on Google. Make sure you're the one they find.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Smart Ways To Elevate Your Delivery and Takeout Packaging]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2021 19:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[People want to be delighted by their dining experience, even at home. In the same way we judge books by their covers, how you package your orders and the little touches you include inside can turn your dishes into must-have meals before the first bite.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Using Frozen Foods in Fresh and Healthy Recipes]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[As we head into spring and summer, customer interest in fresh, healthy foods is going to pick up again. But with the pandemic, it's been really hard to forecast sales and plan product ordering around that. Putting items on the menu that are creative, fresh, healthy, and high quality doesn't mean you have to head to the farmer's market to buy produce that will go bad if you don't use it in a couple days.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The New Fusion: Meet the "Odd" Couplings from Around the World]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Mexican-Korean food? Chinese-Peruvian dishes? Welcome to the magnificent mashups of New Fusion cuisine, where good ideas and great flavors from around the world take your palate places you never thought it would go. And happily so.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[International Flavors Put Chicken in the Spotlight]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2021 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Simplot Corporate Executive Chef Michael Thrash has identified some of the cultural trends around chicken preparation that are growing in popularity here in the U.S. Here's a little about each technique, what makes it unique, who's doing it successfully, and a version from our very own Chef Thrash.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Iconic Seattle Restaurant 86's Soggy Delivery Fries]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[COVID-19 hit the entire country hard in 2020, but it hit the Seattle area first. When lockdown orders went into effect on March 15th, one of the city's most beloved restaurants, 13 Coins, pivoted to takeout and delivery service.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Delicious on Arrival: Better Packaging for Delivery and Takeout]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2021 01:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Finding the right packaging for your takeout and to-go business can be a daunting task. There are so many different options. Takeout and delivery is only trending up, so putting some thought and effort into how you package your food will become more and more important.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Forecast Your Restaurant Sales to Help with Scheduling]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Proper scheduling to maintain labor costs has always been essential to running a restaurant business. The pandemic has made forecasting sales and scheduling your team even more challenging—we have some suggestions to help you.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Ways to Build a Better Menu for Online Ordering, Delivery and Takeout]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[There are a lot of challenges in starting a delivery or takeout program. A big part of mitigating these challenges is building a menu specific to off-premise dining. Here are some things to consider that will help make your off-premise program successful.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is the ghost model right for you?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you're already tight on space in your current location and adding online orders would overwhelm your kitchen, a ghost option might be the way to go.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Differentiate or Die: How Unique Fries Help a Jersey Shore Operator Stand Out]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:54:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Competition has always been stiff in the restaurant business. But it's especially tough on the Jersey Shore near Stone Harbor, New Jersey. There, dozens of operators have only 15 weeks to make the bulk of their annual profits before their summer season ends.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Purdue University Adopts Frozen Grains to Match Plant-Based Trend, Reduce Labor]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 16:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[On campus, Gen Z students mindful issues like climate change and animal welfare appreciate their environmental benefits and sustainability of plant-based, relative to other food choices. So it's no surprise many students are actively looking for plant-based dishes in their dining halls.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[10 Marketing Tips for Delivery and Takeout Programs]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2020 18:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[One of the biggest considerations when deciding how to offer off-premise dining is how it will impact your marketing approach. We've compiled a list of ideas and resources to help you get the word out about your delivery and takeout programs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Faster-Cooking Fry Helps Drive-Thru Beat the Pandemic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[For many restaurants, the order to close down during the coronavirus pandemic was crippling—but not for all. At a time when your car felt like the safest place you could be, drive-thru held a considerable advantage over their dine-in-only competition.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[6 Smart Ways to Retain More Delivery and Takeout Customers]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Preparing and delivering food in an off-premise format has its own set of challenges. It pays to build your programs to provide a quality experience so those customers are happy and want to order from you again.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Should you use a third party delivery service or keep it in-house?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2020 18:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The first big decision you'll have to make when implementing a new takeout and delivery program is whether to keep everything in-house or work with an established third-party service that handles the customer interactions and logistics.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to set up your operation for more efficient delivery and takeout]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[According to the National Restaurant Association, the operational aspect of implementing off-premise programs is most daunting to restaurant operators. So if you're overwhelmed by getting set-up, you're not alone.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Leverage Lifestyle Diet Trends]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 21:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Paleo, Keto, Whole 30, flexitarian, vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, gluten-free with so many emerging lifestyle diets and dietary restrictions, it can be challenging for restaurants to meet patrons' diverse requirements.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[9 Ways to Use Frozen Products to Offset a Labor Shortage]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 18:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Many delis have had a sizeable portion of their staff reassigned to other parts of the store to help with things like stocking. At the same time, these departments are being asked to produce more grab-and-go offerings and meal kits than ever in response to the coronavirus crisis.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Guide to Marketing Takeout, Delivery & Curbside]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 21:53:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[This short guide is designed to give you answers to these questions and more. While every restaurant is as unique as its owner, we hope this provides a jump start to help you move faster and more successfully as you get going with to-go._x000D_
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            <title><![CDATA[Experiential Dining Proving to Be More Than a Fad]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/experiential-dining-proving-to-be-more-than-a-fad</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Remember the good old days, when having great food, great service and appealing décor were enough for a successful restaurant?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[District Wins $500 from Simplot for Unpaid School Lunches]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/district-wins-500-from-simplot-for-unpaid-school-lunches</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A school district in Wisconsin becomes the latest recipient of a $500 scholarship to reduce their unpaid school lunch debt.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Make Your Bids More Successful]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2020 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Bid Season is upon us once again and bidding remains a challenge for most districts. Complying with regulations is important, but hardly your only task; bids need to be carefully structured to ensure you're getting the items and service that most effectively support your menus and menu cycles.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sustainably Simplot: Reducing Our Water Consumption in a Thirsty World]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2020 22:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[At Simplot Food, our mission is to feed the world by bringing Earth's resources to life. The fact that agriculture accounts for about 80% of total U.S. water consumption (90% in western states) places a large share of responsibility for ensuring future water availability squarely on food producers like us.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[New Fry Shapes Power Competitive Advantage]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:09:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Making sure your fries wow your customers is obviously critical to your long-term success. And when it comes to turning heads, fries with unconventional shapes are attracting more attention than ever these days.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trend Feast: How to Keep Kids' Menus Profitable]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2019 01:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Oftentimes, operators use kids’ menus as a “loss leader,” selling kids’ menu items below cost to attract parents. The hope is to make up the difference—and then some—on the parents’ meals and drinks.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[8 Reasons Frozen Vegetables and Potatoes Make More Sense than Fresh]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2019 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[When I first started working in restaurant kitchens, a big-deal chef told me something I have never forgotten. He pointed to a somewhat questionable side of asparagus I was plating and said, "to us, this is one of 400 covers. But to the guy sitting at table 8, this is his one and only dinner.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Do Restaurant Loyalty Programs Really Work?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 20:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How loyal are your customers? Chances are, not very. According to one study, 43% of diners said they spend less than 25% of their total 30-day restaurant budget at their favorite restaurants. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[How to Handle Bad Reviews Online: Lessons You Can Learn From Other Businesses and Mistakes on Popular Review Sites]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2019 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you ignore a bad review or post a retaliatory response, your current (and potential) customers aren't going to look favorably at you or your business.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why Your Restaurant Should Have Special Limited Time Offers and How to Advertise Them the Right Way]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2019 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Are you hoping to attract new, or more, clients to your restaurant? Fresh ideas could be just what you need to drive more people through your doors. Use these simple tips to help you promote LTOs that will not only bring in new customers but will get your regulars to expand their dining horizons.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[C & U Best Practice:  Frozen, Fresh or Canned? ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2019 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Popeye nailed it in 1929 when he started telling generations of kids to eat their spinach if they wanted to be strong! ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[K-12 Best Practice: Frozen, Fresh or Canned?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2019 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Starting a life-long habit of eating fruits and vegetables in childhood leads to healthy eating as adults.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Breakfast for Dinner? The Blurring of Dayparts Continues]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 09:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Breakfast foods aren't particularly rebellious most of the time—crispy fried eggs and buttery toast, pancakes stacked high, served with bacon and plenty of syrup.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Social Media for K-12 Nutrition Programs]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/social-media-for-k12-nutrition-programs</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 21:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How to use social media to get the word out about what's happening in your school nutrition program.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[The Secret's in the Sauce]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Serving Up A Talent Pipeline]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2018 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With a continuous need for workers, you need a plan that gives you the resources to fill openings quickly and retain the great workers you have already. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Rise of the Super Bowl ]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2018 07:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[From ancient to classic, and quinoa to wild rice, grain bowls are showing up on menus everywhere.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Holidays to Go]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 19 Aug 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Should you offer delivery and carry-out for your patron's holiday favorites?]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Trend Feast: Is Your Kids' Menu Helping or Hurting?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[42% of American households contain children. And when families go out to eat, kids have a say in 93% of the decisions on where they eat. So catering to kids is just smart business.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[5 Elements of an Effective Customer Loyalty Program]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2018 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Here are 5 things you can learn from the industry leaders when planning your own program.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[School Menu Inspiration: Build Your Own Bowls]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Food bowls have been around centuries in Asian cultures, but the craze hit America hard over the last couple of years. For schools, build-your-own bowls can help you stay on-trend and offer truly healthy meals while giving kids the freedom to mix and match their favorite flavors.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Loading Up Fries in a Whole New International Way]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Maybe it started with the Canadian poutine, or the English gravy on chips, but whatever started the trend, you know loaded fries are here to stay! ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[By the Numbers: How Do Your Labor Costs Stack Up?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Controlling your labor costs is one of the most important elements of running a restaurant—a metric you need to keep track of all the time. Because for many restaurants, labor is the highest restaurant cost every day.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hang On to What You Got: Retaining Your Best Employees ]]></title>
            <link>https://www.simplotfood.com/blog/hang-on-to-what-you-got-retaining-your-best-employees</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 20 May 2018 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Employee turnover— it's inevitable. Attracting, hiring and training new employees is expensive, time-consuming, can reduce service quality and potentially leaves holes in your schedules. And with the cost of hiring and training a new restaurant staff as much as $3500, keeping your employees is critical to a solid bottom line.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Harnessing Your Customers? Creativity for LTOs]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2018 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Learn the right way to involve customers in the creation of your LTOs.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Please Don't Leave: 7 Tips On Retaining Your Student Employees]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2018 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[With a continuous need for workers, you need a plan that gives you the resources to fill openings quickly and retain the great workers you have already. ]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Please Don't: 6 Things to Avoid in Restaurant Loyalty Programs]]></title>
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