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Keep a constant eye on social media and restaurant reviews, and take the time to respond to every review—especially if it’s negative.

How to Survive a Surge

COVID-19 Omicron cases are spiking nationwide. On Jan. 18, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy said “the next few weeks will be tough,” as the surge hadn’t yet peaked.

Keith Willard, owner of Keith Willard Events.

Sound Advice

If you were looking for advice about what to do after the catering-and-events industry came crashing down in 2019, perhaps you tuned into “Behind The Veil.”

Experts expect strong social event bookings in 2022.

By all accounts, 2022 is the year of the comeback for the catering and events industry. Yet after a tumultuous 2020 and 2021, stumbling blocks remain—such as the ongoing labor shortage. To get a sense of where we are and where we’re going, CFE asked six industry executives to share what they’re seeing in the marketplace and where they predict we’re headed in the new year.

Expectations are changing among foodservice employees regarding employment benefits.

The Cost of an Hour

For good reason, industry observers and foodservice professionals have spent months standing at attention for signs of an emerging recovery: resumed corporate events, larger group gatherings, the green light to get back to normal.

Potential buyers are interested in such factors as a history of quality management.

How to Sell Your Catering Company, Part II

As consultants specializing in the catering industry, one of the most frequent questions we are asked is: How do I go about selling my catering business?

Investing in CFE Training helps employers engage with their employees.

The Far-Reaching Benefits of CFE Training

Not only do CFE Training online courses educate your employees, they help you stand out from the crowd By Sara

Copa di Vino’s best-selling varietals include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Grigio.

One Glass at a Time

The owner of Sunshine Mill Winery in The Dalles, Ore., Martin came up with the idea for single-serve premium wine while exploring vineyards in the south of France in 2007. From there, he worked to develop the technology to make it possible.

Foodservice businesses face a continuing labor shortage.

Managing the Foodservice Labor Shortage

In the past 18 months, foodservice businesses have taken drastic measures to survive (and, in some cases, thrive) under pandemic conditions.

Among catering businesses, most transactions are acquisitions rather than mergers.

How to Sell Your Catering Company Part I

As consultants specializing in the catering industry, one of the most frequent questions we are asked is: How do I go about selling my catering business?

CF&E Training makes it easier than ever to ensure that staff members are properly and cost-effectively trained.

Introducing CF&E Training

This month, Catering, Foodservice & Events launches CF&E Training in partnership with Foodservice Training Portal. The catalog of 25-plus online, on-demand staff training courses for the foodservice and event industries makes it easier than ever to ensure that staff members are properly and cost-effectively trained—at a time when businesses may need it most.