There is a lot more to controlling food cost in the bar area that one would assume. Are you placing the same focus on food products that are consumed in the bar as those that are consumed in the dining room?More>>

When looking at your venue you need to visualize the cause and effect of almost every decision being made and the impact those decisions make on the psyche of your customers. By systematically going through the multiple scenarios that could play out in a single day you will be able to assess the...More>>

Jeffrey Beers International has been one of the big names in hospitality design since the 90's. Some of the more high profile projects include a huge chunk of the Atlantis resort in the Bahamas, Japonais restaurant in several cities...More>>

It’s as real as overcast, freezing rain and grungy slush. They’re the mid-winter blahs, that pervasive depression that befalls all of us. It strikes in the early part of the year when our minds begin to accept that there won’t be any occasion worth celebrating until spring.More>>

Operating a bar requires maintaining a significant capital investment in liquor inventory, liquid assets that are especially vulnerable to internal theft and can siphoned off at an alarming rate. Regardless of whether bartenders over-pour liquor, give it away, sell it and pocket the cash, or drink...More>>

What distinguishes an effective manager from one who is ineffective, or worse, counterproductive? Identifying the attributes you’re looking for in a manager, likely none outweigh someone being “centered.”More>>

Even small ideas on how to make more money for your business are invaluable commodities. It only takes a few to make a big impact. More>>

Yes, of course draft is important – it’s popular, affordable and immensely lucrative. But the category is being revitalized as brewers big and small are focusing their attentions on all things draft. From innovative brand extensions to an explosion of local offerings to dedicated education...More>>

Nightclub & Bar Media Group President and Spike TV “Bar Rescue” Co-Executive Producer and Star Jon Taffer to Lead Workshops for Bar Professionals Across the Country.More>>

New York City’s hometown favorite Yael Vengroff is crowned Miss Speed Rack USA, gaz regan and Pernod Ricard present the second annual Gazzers and Buffalo Trace raises thousands for charity.More>>