Operators know the calendar matters. Big moments drive traffic, change guest behaviour, and create opportunities to refresh the vibe without reinventing your space. 2026 is packed with major sports and
Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! January has a reputation in hospitality.Slow. Flat. Something to survive until things “pick back up.” But that misses what might actually be happening
The hospitality landscape is shifting rapidly coming out of years of disruption, rising costs, and changing consumer behavior. 2026 will be defined by experience, value, technology, and cultural relevance and
We were featured in Bar & Restaurant Magazine this month in a deep dive on a topic every operator feels, especially during the busy holiday season: audio consistency. The article
In a recent Bowling Center Management piece about the role of background music in customer retention, we explored an often overlooked idea: guests may not remember what song was playing
Every year, the data shows the same thing: operators don’t have time for guesswork. You want straightforward strategies that fill seats, improve the atmosphere, and create experiences guests remember. Looking
December is when restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues hit maximum chaos. Teams are stretched, guests expect everything to look and sound festive, and companies realize (usually too late) that they
December is when restaurants and bars turn into beautiful chaos. You’ve got new hires still learning table numbers.DMs asking why brunch felt “low energy.”Guests walking in expecting the room to
In a recent blog, we talked about how theme nights are pressure tests. They reveal whether your system runs smoothly or if you’re just holding it together on instinct. The
