I have written recently about how the US seems to be at an inflection point regarding the politics and public acceptance of cannabis. As an investor in cannabis companies, I was encouraged last week by new evidence that the acceptance of marijuana is becoming increasingly mainstream in the US.
During the pandemic, many restaurants and bars adopted contactless ordering and payment to make workers and customers more comfortable when dining in.
But what was introduced as a temporary measure may end up helping restaurants navigate an uncertain future. …
During the pandemic, drive-thrus were a lifeline for many restaurants, employees, and diners looking to maintain social distancing.
So why is KFC shutting them down?
In a survey cited by KFC, the time spent in its drive-thru lines was 6 minutes and 30 seconds in 2021. This is, arguably, a…
Earlier this year, I wrote about NFTs — a cryptocurrency that was taking the world by storm, despite some confusion as to what these tokens actually were.
At that time, there were a lot of questions about whether NFTs were just a passing fad. Six months later, we may have…
For some, New York City represents the pinnacle of American dining. From hot dog carts and diverse street foods to 3-star Michelin restaurants, this city truly has among the best of the best.
But, like most of the global dining scene, times have been challenging since the onset of the…
In December 2019, everyone was talking about Peloton. Specifically, the company’s disastrous Christmas ad. It was a gaffe so big that some were saying it could bring down the fitness brand for good.
But then COVID-19 hit, shutting down gyms and leaving consumers wondering how they would maintain their fitness…
Why are so many restaurants going public?
Last month, Sweetgreen, a fast-casual salad chain, became the fifth restaurant to go public in 2021, joining Krispy Kreme, Dutch Bros, First Watch, and Portillo’s.
Restaurant stocks aren’t usually the most sought after entities on the market. They are often low-margin businesses highly…
These days, it is hard to avoid supply chain issues. Every sector is either impacted, or on alert for potential disruptions.
As the holiday season approaches, there is more pressure on both suppliers and buyers to make sure they have what they need. …
The growing popularity of cannabis is now influencing the real estate market.
Unquestionably, the recreational use of cannabis is gaining legal and social acceptance. In 18 states and the District of Columbia, laws have been passed and signed making pot legal. Countries around the world are doing the same. …
History is being made in the White House. For the first time, the most important kitchen in America is being run by two women: executive chef Cristeta Comerford and executive pastry chef Susan Morrison.
In their roles, chefs Comerford and Morrison are responsible for managing the many White House kitchens…
