🌮 Chipotle Expands South of the Border

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🍽️ What’s Cooking?

China Tariffs Could Push Up Meat and Beer Prices

A new round of tariffs proposed by China in response to U.S. trade actions may hit American food suppliers hard—especially in the meat and beer categories. If enacted, restaurants could see price hikes in core ingredients and beverages, forcing many to adjust menus or raise prices. Operators are already reviewing sourcing strategies to soften the potential impact.​ ​Read more.

🃏 Running a Smoother Kitchen

Implement “First In, First Out” with Visual Cues

Use colored stickers or tape on containers to visually identify the oldest items in the cooler or dry storage. This speeds up restocking and makes it easier for all staff to follow the FIFO method—minimizing food waste and improving freshness without second-guessing.

🚀 Scaling Up

Chipotle Expands South of the Border

For the first time ever, Chipotle is opening locations in Mexico. This marks a major step in its global strategy, with the brand aiming to reach new markets and test its cross-border appeal. With plans for steady growth through company-owned outlets, the move may also open franchise potential in surrounding Latin American markets. Read more.

🦾 Fresh Ideas

Tech Company Q Launches ‘Smarter Kitchen’ Tools

Restaurant tech firm Q has introduced a smarter kitchen platform focused on integration and control. The system helps operators manage back-of-house tools like ordering, kitchen displays, and prep timing all in one place. It reflects a growing shift in the industry: restaurants are now prioritizing tech stacks that do more and connect everything. ​Read more

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