Editor's Notes 

Revenue Review

    Outdoor breezes may be decreasingly brisk, but business these days is quite the opposite. It most definitely is a season of sunshine and equally enjoyable warm-weather sales. Here at Nightclub & Bar, we’re still feeling the heat from “The Show” in Las Vegas this past March, as hot parties and intense networking proffered some financial friction for everyone there. It was fun; there’s no doubt about that.
    What really has us smiling now, though, is the springtime promise of profit for the industry. As guests coast to coast prepare to grab a glass and hit the patios, suppliers are busy rolling out new products to meet that demand, and operators are keeping occupied planning promotions to spice up the night ever more than before. From sports bar games to vacation giveaways, operators are becoming increasingly adept at turning work into play and vice versa.
    These thoughts seemed to be at the very core of “The Show” this year, and it was gratifying to witness such a broad and yet very targeted assembly of professionals, products and services — all intent on boosting your lines and continuing the growth the hospitality sector is seeing. For a visual feast of these happenings, please check out Nightclub & Bar’s Special Show Coverage Section, and I hope you enjoy this issue as much as we’re all enjoying the recent blue skies and bright prospects.

Cheers,

Taylor Rau
Editor

Corrections: In the portion control story for April on page 57, it was reported that Jeff Davies used Precision Pours, and it helped reduce his cost. It actually was Pro Tek (protekdevices.com). We regret the error.