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    Japan's ramen industry is facing a wave of closures, with long-established shops and mid-tier restaurants among those going bankrupt. Rising labour costs and surging ingredient prices are being blamed, and analysts warn the pace of failures could increase toward the end of the year. The trend is drawing attention to Iekei ramen, the Yokohama-born pork-and-soy style beloved across Japan, as even famous regional schools struggle.

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    Danny Meyer Reflects on Lessons From Closing a Restaurant●Danny Meyer Has Opened Many Hit Restaurants. What He Learned By Closing One.✉newsLifeFood1 d ago

    Danny Meyer, the restaurateur behind Union Square Hospitality Group and Shake Shack, is speaking about the closure of one of his restaurants and what the experience taught him. He has long been known for hits like Gramercy Tavern and Union Square Cafe, making his reflections on failure a notable admission in an industry where closings are common but rarely discussed candidly by successful operators.

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    Hotel's Placemat Idea Sparks Interest Online●Place Mat Idea. # socialmedia # birds # hospitality # food # travel # uniqueideas # bissetcollection @ marketerjjjMmastodonLifeFood52 h ago

    The Bisset Collection, a hospitality group, is showcasing a placemat design idea that incorporates birds, aimed at adding a creative touch to dining presentations. The concept is being promoted across social media as a unique idea for restaurants and hotels. Engagement is modest so far, but the idea is being shared within food, travel, and hospitality circles.

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    Congress Passes Penny Rounding Rules as Silent Auction Closes▼Silent Auction Ends Tomorrow, Congress Passes Penny Rounding Rules, & More✉newsWorldUS Politics4 min ago

    Congress has passed new penny rounding rules, a change affecting cash transactions as the coin phases out of production. The news was circulated by the Illinois Restaurant Association alongside a reminder that its silent auction ends tomorrow, wrapping both items into a single update for members in the hospitality industry.

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    Clarins launches Double Serum Eye with Paris Fashion Week dinner●Clarins Hosts Dinner, Celebrating The Launch Of Double Serum Eye At Kong During Paris Fashion Week✉newsLifeFashion1 h ago

    Clarins hosted a dinner at the Kong restaurant in Paris to celebrate the launch of its new Double Serum Eye product, timed to coincide with Paris Fashion Week. The event brought guests together against the backdrop of the city's busy fashion calendar, giving the skincare launch high visibility during one of the industry's biggest weeks.

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    Napa restaurateur reflects on sustainability in new climate column▼The Napa Valley Climate Connection: Engaging the senses: A Napa restaurateur’s reflections on sustainability✉newsEnvironmentClimate14 h ago

    A Napa Valley restaurateur has written a reflective piece for the Napa Valley Register's climate-focused series, examining sustainability in the local restaurant industry through the lens of the senses. The article is part of the paper's ongoing Napa Valley Climate Connection coverage, which highlights how people in the region are responding to environmental challenges in their work and daily lives.

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    Common Cents Act Would Address Penny Shortage for Restaurants▼Common Cents Act: Has Congress Finally Solved the Penny Problem for Restaurateurs?✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    The Common Cents Act is being discussed as a potential congressional fix to the penny problem affecting US restaurateurs, particularly small food businesses. The proposal would address the rising cost and scarcity of pennies, which has complicated cash transactions and pricing for restaurant owners. Industry outlets are asking whether Congress has finally found a workable solution to the long-running coin issue.

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    Common Cents Act Clears Congress in Win for Restaurants▼Common Cents Act Clears Congress, Delivering Key Victory for Restaurant Operators✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    The Common Cents Act has passed both chambers of Congress, a result being billed as a major victory for restaurant operators. The restaurant industry is welcoming the legislation, which industry groups say addresses longstanding payment and pricing concerns for businesses. Details on the bill's specific provisions and the White House's next steps remain limited in early coverage.

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    K-shaped economy continues to hurt restaurants▼The K-shaped economy is still a problem for restaurants✉newsBusinessEconomy2 d ago

    Restaurant Business reports that the K-shaped economy remains a drag on the restaurant industry, with higher-income consumers keeping up spending while lower-income customers pull back, leaving many restaurants struggling with uneven demand. Industry observers say this split in consumer behaviour is prolonging financial pressure across the sector.

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    Leonardo's Owner Opens New Restaurant Pa'l Corazón▼Leonardo’s owner expands into the restaurant business with Pa’l Corazón✉newsBusiness2 d ago

    The owner of Leonardo's, a restaurant in Park City, Utah, has launched a new venture called Pa'l Corazón, marking an expansion into a second restaurant business. The opening adds another dining option to the local scene and signals the owner's growing presence in Park City's hospitality industry.

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    Dirty Skillet Named CHARR Restaurant of the Year▼Dirty Skillet Wins CHARR’s Restaurant of the Year Award✉newsBusiness2 d ago

    The Dirty Skillet restaurant has won the Restaurant of the Year award from the Alaska Cabaret, Hotel, Restaurant and Retailers Association (CHARR). The honor, reported by Alaska Business Magazine, recognizes the establishment's standing in the state's hospitality industry. Further details about the restaurant, its location, and the reasons for the award were not provided.

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    McDonald's Lays Out Plans to Upgrade Menu and Technology▼Inside McDonald’s ambitious plans to upgrade its menu, technology, and restaurants✉newsTechnology2 d ago

    McDonald's is outlining an ambitious modernization push covering its menu, digital technology, and restaurant experience. Reported by Restaurant Dive, the plans point to renewed investment in innovation across the fast-food giant's operations worldwide. The scope of the changes and timelines remain broadly framed, and the company's specific priorities within the upgrade program are not yet fully detailed.

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    Costco and In-N-Out top new customer brand rankings●Study: Customers rank Costco, In-N-Out Burger as top retail, restaurant brands✉newsBusinessRetail2 d ago

    A new customer study ranks Costco as the top retail brand and In-N-Out Burger as the leading restaurant brand in the United States. The findings highlight how warehouse club and fast-food chains with loyal followings and strong value perceptions continue to outperform competitors in customer satisfaction. Industry observers point to consistent quality and pricing as key drivers behind the two brands' top placements.

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    Sir Pizza has filed a lawsuit against a rebranded competitor restaurant in Hermitage, Tennessee, alleging the new business is using its secret recipes. The case raises questions about trade secret protection in the restaurant industry and how former franchisees or employees can operate after leaving a brand. Further details about the parties and claims have not been widely reported.