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A new publication covering the business of independent restaurants.

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Helping Independent Restaurants Negotiate Like Chains

Nov 9, 2026

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4 min read

Helping Independent Restaurants Negotiate Like Chains

“We’ve probably put $2 million back into the pockets of local restaurateurs.”

Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson
Showcasing Sous Chefs

Oct 20, 2026

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4 min read

Showcasing Sous Chefs

A ‘Sous Supper’ encourages creativity and helps chefs develop operational experience.

Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson
A Small Tock Update. A Dramatic Drop in Reservations.

Oct 5, 2026

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5 min read

A Small Tock Update. A Dramatic Drop in Reservations.

Will independent restaurants become collateral damage in the reservation wars?

Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson
How Chef Emshika Alberini Built Her Own Main Street

Sep 21, 2026

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5 min read

How Chef Emshika Alberini Built Her Own Main Street

“A community is an asset.”

Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson
When You Have to Become the Face of Your Restaurant

Sep 2, 2026

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5 min read

When You Have to Become the Face of Your Restaurant

After winning a Michelin Bib Gourmand award, restaurateur and chef Kristen Hall had to dramatically change her role.

Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson
Getting Sober and Staying in the Hospitality Industry

Aug 24, 2026

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5 min read

Getting Sober and Staying in the Hospitality Industry

Mixologist Andry Rakotoniaina on his new role at Ben’s Friends and navigating sobriety in the restaurant industry.

Gloria Dawson
Gloria Dawson

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