David B TownsendJul 8, 20212 min readWhat Branding Means in Food Service? Your 'Brand' communicates your value and appeal to a potential guest. Let them know what makes your business unique. If you're known for...
David B TownsendJul 8, 20212 min readImportance of Food Styling for RestaurantsIt begins before any element of cooking begins. Deciding how to build the presentation will dictate the methods and the plating.
David B TownsendJul 8, 20213 min readService: Your Competitive Edge in FoodserviceIn a recent article from Jillian Kramer writing for food & wine.com ( March 23, 2018) talks about the dynamic changes coming to the...
David B TownsendJul 8, 20214 min readRestaurateurs: 3 Fundamental Marketing Functions3 TIPS, 3 FUNDAMENTAL MARKET FUNCTIONS, Signature Menu Items, Run High Food Costs, Design Visually for Social Media.
David B TownsendJul 8, 20214 min readTilapia, Not on my Table!According to some studies farm raised Tilapia is more detrimental to heart health than eating bacon or a hamburger.
David B TownsendJul 8, 20214 min readElements of Visual MarketingHere is a punch list of visual elements to consider when developing a marketing plan. Beginning with store décor, merchandising, and color
David B TownsendJul 8, 20213 min readMenu Descriptions Create Expectation and Exploration Antonio Ayestan caters the biggest outdoor event at Empire Mine SHP, for Sierra Nevada Hospital Foundation. His Filet is always a hit
David B TownsendJul 8, 20214 min readDaunting Tasks of Creating and Marketing a RestaurantCreating a restaurant is Daunting, It requires an awareness of food and design trends, technology; sales tracking, costs, and marketing.
David B TownsendJul 8, 20212 min readLocal Links- Grass Valley, Nevada City, Truckee, AuburnI'd like to share some local area Web-Links for favorites in Food & Beverage. Antonio Ayestaran Custom Catering One of the finest...
David B TownsendJul 8, 20212 min read3 Keys to Highlighting your Restaurant Menu3 Tips Restaurant Social Media Marketing. Style your photo shoot. You need lighting and a story. Hire someone to direct the process.
David B TownsendJul 8, 20212 min readPig Farmng in Nevada CountyI live in Nevada County in the Sierra Foothills of California, where the farm to fork movement has gained so much strength in the past...
David B TownsendJul 8, 20213 min read3-Minute Rule, first impression of great food-servicethe ‘Three Minute Rule’ as it relates to the restaurant business. I often use it to exemplify the importance of creating a first impression