Nations Restaurant News has released findings by Bank of America about where consumers are spending their restaurant dollars. It’s important insight for the independent restaurant operator.

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Allbirds has announced that it will raise prices on Black Friday instead of offering deals. Listen to the briefing to hear why the company has decided to slow the sales frenzy.

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Listen to the briefing to hear all the hashtag holidays that will be trending through November.

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Listen to the briefing to hear what people are pinning to their boards as we get ready to hunker down at home for the winter. There are clues as to what they might want for Christmas.

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Listen to the briefing to hear what holiday gifting trends Pinterest is highlighting in their new report. Trend #1 is called “When thanks just isn’t enough”.

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Listen to the briefing to hear the latest projections from Blackhawk Network around how much more consumers are expected to spend on restaurant gift card purchases as Christmas gifts.

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As some areas get hit harder with the COVID-19 virus and shut down, those customers often go to other areas in search of dining. One restaurant in St. Catharines Ontario has decided to only allow local patrons to dine in. Listen to the briefing to hear how they’ve communicated this message.

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The top trend for 2021 is the rise of the socially conscious customer and they will want you to state loud and clear where you stand. Listen to the briefing to hear how to be savvy about your messaging.

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Uber Eats is projected to reach profitability 3 years earlier than projected. Listen to the briefing to hear how the delivery company is expanding and starting to be a more attractive option for operators.

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A timely issue and trend — social media will be clamping down on “Fake New” in 2021. Listen to the briefing to hear how you can prepare your business for these upcoming changes.

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