On the Bayou

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this one<br>So, if not…

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

10 Things You Should Definitely Not to Do in a Bar

Bartenders weigh in on all the ways you're pissing them off.

BRILLIANT Ways to Make the Most of Your BBQ Leftovers

It's time to get creative with your leftover barbecue.

10 Irish Phrases that Confuse Americans

10 Reasons to Have a Beer Right Now

Four critical factors that drive brand loyalty for casual dining restaurants

We've defined the top retention strategies 50 winning restaurants count on to drive loyalty.

You'll Never Guess Which Casual Dining Restaurant Is Everyone's Favorite

Diners may be having a love affair with fast-casual chains, but in the casual-dining realm, this experience still ranks at the top.

Casual-Dining Chains Step Up to the Plate

Many casual-dining chains are reinventing themselves to be more contemporary. They are swapping out giant portions of food for small plates, and upgrading ingredients and décor.

3 Steps for a Casual Dining Brand Turnaround

As stakeholders in casual dining (CD) concepts continue to look at the turnaround potential of their investment, it is important to focus on techniques and strategies that accelerate success where others have failed.

Casual dining well-armed with appetizer offers

Brands battle for customer attention with starter deals

Hospitality Trends: Take Note From These 6 SoCal Restaurants & Bars

The restaurant industry is very competitive. In order to be successful, it is crucial to find creative and unique ways to brand your business. Learn how six SoCal restaurants &amp; bars have created their own hospitality trends that stand out from the rest.

Casual dining finds a ray of light: Takeout

Chains making a big push for delivery and to go, but will it be enough?

Are off-premise channels a silver bullet for the casual dining segment?

Restaurants have experienced declining sales for the past decade, but delivery, catering and carryout are yielding positive results for major chains.

Tips for Low-Carb Restaurant Dining

Ordering food at a restaurant while following a low-carb diet can be challenging, but it's not impossible. Discover the tips you need to do it right.

10 Millennial Restaurant Dining Trends

Millennials are changing restaurant menus, focusing on local food, healthy menu options, convenience, technology, experience, and affordable prices.

Tips for Planning a Perfect Restaurant Dining Room

Every restaurant’s dining room should be unique. It may not seem obvious, but the layout and organization of your dining room supports your branding and subtly influences your customers spending. So be sure that your dining room and seating layouts are strategically designed.

Why casual-dining restaurants should close thousands of units

Casual-dining restaurants have seen declining sales and traffic for a decade now, and as a result, there are fewer of them.

Should the former Blue Bayou building be torn down?

A new listing brochure shows a new building rendering