Cannabidiol (CBD) laced products have been gaining popularity across the US, including New York. Yet, many people, especially food service providers, remain uninformed as to what exactly CBD is and how it will be regulated. CBD is a compound found in the cannabis plant, aka marijuana, weed, herb, Mary Jane, etc. Consumer demand for CBD products has increased substantially as
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Well, those lovable techies have stirred up the economic landscape yet again. And many of those in the hospitality industry in need of alternative sources of capital will surely benefit. Through crowdfunding platforms, such as Kickstarter, Indiegogo and GoFundMe, restaurant owners no longer must rely on traditional sources of capital (e.g., bank loans, equity sales, friends and family). Sorry, Aunt
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Proper signage is crucial to the success of every restaurant in New York City. A restaurant’s sign is its calling card. But, did you know that NYC regulations require restaurants to display many different signs to both employees and guests? And the signs must be visible in designated areas throughout the restaurant. That’s right, inspectors will shell out heavy fines
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Yes, the deadening months of January through March are finally over! The city is now hustling and bustling with spring fever. It’s time to say goodbye to Dry January and hello to a nice refreshing Gin Fizz or whichever spring cocktail strikes your fancy. The NYC Restaurant Adviser would like to wish both well-established and novice restaurateurs a very profitable
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After searching through countless locations for your new restaurant, you finally find a great space, and the neighborhood is perfect: lots of foot traffic, access to public transportation, and reasonable rent (OMG!). You then find a lawyer to help obtain a liquor license. But wait, the lawyer says the location is no bueno. Here’s why: License for On-Premise Consumption Obviously,
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