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Rebecca Connors • July 19, 2026

The Lesson Many Food & Beverage Businesses Learn Too Late

Food and beverage businesses are usually managed through things that can be measured: costs, staffing, inventory, speed of service, menu performance, waste, reviews, and repeat visits. All of that matters. A business cannot survive without strong operations. But customers do not experience a business through its spreadsheet. They remember how the place made them feel.

Rebecca Connors • July 19, 2026

How Restaurants and Bars Can Win More Summer Travelers

Summer has always been a critical season for restaurants; this year presents a unique opportunity. According to research by the National Restaurant Association, travel demand remains strong, and consumers are actively seeking memorable dining experiences while they travel. The challenge for operators isn’t whether people will be dining out – it’s how to position their

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Rebecca Connors • July 2, 2026

These Bars and Cafes are Turning Soccer Goals Into Orders

Ripple’s customers around the world are already using the Live Scores feature to make match days more profitable. At The Raven in the UK, football fans can order a Guinness printed with the live score during the match. The venue promoted the experience on social media, inviting guests to “get the score printed on your

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Rebecca Connors • June 21, 2026

What Most Restaurants Get Wrong About Social Media Marketing

Many restaurants and bars approach social media as a content problem. They focus on posting more frequently, following trends, improving visuals, or increasing ad spend – assuming visibility alone will drive customer growth. But in hospitality, attention isn’t the real challenge – Memorability is. The restaurants and bars that perform best online are usually not

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Rebecca Connors • June 7, 2026

How Seasonal Changes Shape Bars & Restaurants (And How to Turn Them Into Profit)

Seasonality isn’t just about weather; it directly impacts how guests behave, what they order, and how often they visit. For bars and restaurants, it means they can plan, stay relevant, and keep revenue steady year-round. According to Toast, while peak seasons drive higher revenue for restaurants, they also create operational pressure, especially around staffing. As

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Rebecca Connors • June 7, 2026

How to Turn Major Sports Events Into Real Revenue for Your Venue

Major sports events aren’t just entertainment; they’re one of the most reliable ways for venues to increase foot traffic, average spend, and create repeat customers. In just a month, one of the world’s biggest four-year international sports tournaments will capture global attention on a massive scale – bringing together passionate fans, packed match schedules, and

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Rebecca Connors • May 10, 2026

‘Live Scores’ Channel: Turn Every Goal Into More Orders for your Venue

The biggest soccer/football season of the year is approaching fast, and venues that prepare now will be the ones that win customer traffic, increase revenue, and build lasting guest loyalty. To help your business capture this opportunity, Ripples introduces the ‘Live Scores’ channel – an automated real-time feature designed to turn live match moments into

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Rebecca Connors • May 10, 2026

Predictions: Turn Pre-Game Traffic Into More Orders & Visits

Huge revenue opportunity of the biggest soccer/football season doesn’t start at kickoff – it starts before the game even begins. That’s why Ripples introduces Predictions – a free pre-game feature that helps venues capture customers earlier by turning score guesses into interactive drink experiences before the match. Predictions allows customers to submit their prediction before

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Rebecca Connors • May 4, 2026

Introducing Ripples New ‘Personalized Greetings’ Channel!

So, we've selected the top 50 most popular male and female names, paired them with friendly greetings, and created the “Personalized Greetings" channel on your Ripple Maker printer. Now, you can easily create more personal connections that drive repeat visits, stronger engagement, and increased social media exposure.

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Rebecca Connors • April 30, 2026

Why Regulars Drive Real Revenue in Restaurants & Bars

Here are 3 reasons why investing in your regulars isn’t just good hospitality - it’s one of the most powerful drivers of long-term business success:

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Rebecca Connors • April 21, 2026

Why The Ripple Maker Drink Printer Is Worth the Investment for Your Business

Invest once, delight guests, and grow your brand with the Ripple Maker drink printer (also known as a coffee printer) designed especially for businesses In today’s competitive hospitality and beverage industry, creating memorable experiences for your guests is more important than ever. That’s where the Ripple Maker Machine comes in. The Ripple Maker drink printer’s

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Rebecca Connors • March 29, 2026

Game Day Marketing Ideas to Boost Restaurant Sales: Sports Partnerships That Drive Social Buzz

Sports events draw large crowds and high energy, creating a strong opportunity for restaurants and bars to increase revenue. By creating a lively game day atmosphere with themed promotions, special menus, and shareable experiences like personalized drink prints, venues can attract fans, encourage social media sharing, and turn game day into a powerful driver of foot traffic, engagement, and repeat visits

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