Large-format cocktails are back in the spotlight. Recent trade coverage points to the return of punch bowls, oversized serves, and communal cocktails as one of the notable bar trends of 2026. VinePair highlighted shareable cocktails as a trend to watch, where guests can order a whole coconut with rum, and Wild Cherry, which has offered

Most restaurant marketing starts with the same objective: bring in more customers. Restaurants invest in social media, paid advertising, influencer campaigns, happy hour promotions, and first-time visitor discounts, all to increase traffic. Those efforts can certainly generate new business, but they also encourage operators to judge success by one metric: how many new guests walked

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

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

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