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Now before you start throwing rocks and chase me off the web, let me explain why I chose these sites.
These 16 sites are the ones I visit on a regular basis to keep up to date and entertained about this industry we are all so passionate and dependent upon.To put this list together, I personally have viewed literally thousands of sites, and let me tell you, it was a fairly depressing journey at times.
I discovered hundreds of sites that were poorly designed and contained content that was little more than the tired re-hashing of the self appointed sales and self improvement gurus.The sites I have provided links to below, I regard as sites that have content worthy of my and your limited time, and provide information that is useful.
1. FoodService.com
   A site that is jam packed full of up to date Restaurant and Food Industry Information and highly active forums where you can pose questions and get sensible answers.
2. Restaurant Marketing Blog:
   A blog by well known Restaurant Guru Joel Cohen. you will always find something up to date and well worth reading here.
3. Profitable Hospitality
   This popular membership site has a huge collection of in depth information for restaurant owners covering all topics.
4. Confessions of an Executive Restaurant Recruiter:
   Here you will find witty, upbeat posts about what it’s like to recruit chefs, servers, managers, and other restaurant employees.
5. WaiterBell Blog:
   This editor obviously enjoys the restaurant industry, the posts cover the lighter side of customer service, dining etiquette, negotiating the dietary preferences of picky children, and restaurant finance issues.
6. Diner’s Journal:
   As the food and dining blog from the New York Times, the Diner’s Journal is always the first to announce up-to-the-minute trends and industry news.
7. Customers Are Always:
   This blog explores the dos and don’ts of excellent customer service. Brief your staff on the principles found here, and your clientele will be impressed.
8. The Restaurant Blog:
   The Restaurant Blog, from AllBusiness.com, posts articles like “Staffing Errors Can Cost You” and “Do Your Menu Prices Shout Welcome” to help you improve your guests’ dining experiences.
9. Restaurant Talking Points:
   Browse their categories on sales, training, and customer service to get some great tips on restaurant management.
10. Bickell’s Blog:
    Bickell’s Blog is for restaurant owners looking at buying restaurant supplies, also info on industry news, and restaurant management.
11. Restaurant Spy:
    A respected independent, London-based blog that has reviews on the best restaurants in the UK. Members are able to share news and opinions on the message boards or advertise their site.
12. Vinography:
    Here’s one to go to if you want to extend your bar’s wine selection. You will also find great serving tips and wine ideas.
13. Diners From Hell:
    A fun read all about “dining disasters” readers share their experiences on the forum, and discover what customers really want when from their dining experiences.
14. Diners Nation:
    Diners Nation is a comprehensive resource for restaurateurs. Meet up with other owners and managers on the forum, post and look for restaurant jobs with the help of Employment Guide, and catch up on industry news from all over the U.S.
15. Musings from a Restaurant Maven:
    This passionate restaurant lover posts clever, insightful articles about customer service, dining experiences, tipping, and eating out with children.
16. Barista Brat:
    This is a must read for all coffee lovers. The editor of this great site “rants and raves” from the perspective of a bemused coffee shop barista. You will find all sorts of tips and wisdom for dealing with those “challenging” customers.

I hope you enjoy and benefit from these links. should you have favorites not listed here, I would love to hear about them and, if appropriate, will add them to this list.

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