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		<title>Jupiter Happy Hour &#8211; Have fun While Visting Jupiter Restaurants</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:01:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ben Pate</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Within the heart of South Florida lies the jewel of town of Jupiter. Jupiter is one of the best kept secrets of South Florida, it is right on the perfect beaches along the beautiful Atlantic. The elegant beach town of Jupiter is able to combine character of a small home town, with the class of a big city, all featuring the pristine waters perfect for boating or just enjoying a day on the beach. It is no wonder this small town has become so popular. You'll also want to check out <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/Jupiter-Florida-Happy-Hour">Happy Hour in Jupiter</a>.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Within the heart of South Florida lies the jewel of town of Jupiter. Jupiter is one of the best kept secrets of South Florida, it is right on the perfect beaches along the beautiful Atlantic. The elegant beach town of Jupiter is able to combine character of a small home town, with the class of a big city, all featuring the pristine waters perfect for boating or just enjoying a day on the beach. It is no wonder this small town has become so popular. You&#8217;ll also want to check out <a target='_blank' href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Happy-Hour-In-Jupiter-Florida">Happy Hour in Jupiter Florida</a>.</p>
<p>There are quite a few famous people that call Jupiter home. Celine Dion and Burt Reynolds are among the many that have made the town of Jupiter their home. Jupiter has become an extremely desirable place to live thanks to it&#8217;s combination of location and atmosphere.</p>
<p>Jupiter is well known for its atmosphere and beauty. The evergreen trees that dot the town and make up much of the aesthetic gardening featured along roads and mixed among buildings are a beautiful spectacle all year long. Extensive work has been done to beautify and maintain the visual appearance of Jupiter in all areas.</p>
<p>Thanks to its location, Jupiter enjoys a lush tropical climate that combines warm, sunny skies with the seaside breeze to make for a year-round delight. You?re never far off from beach weather when living in Jupiter. For this reason, many people choose Jupiter as their favorite winter vacation spot to take advantage of the warm climate.</p>
<p>These winter tourists are commonly known as ?snowbirds? in Jupiter and visit the town each year to avoid the harsh winters of the northern states. Many of these snowbirds will eventually become full year-round residents over time. The majority of the snowbirds come from New York and the surrounding areas.</p>
<p>Jupiter enjoys some of the finest public works institutions available. With two major public high schools and a wealth of lower education institutions in the surrounding area, the public works of Jupiter Florida are second to none. Jupiter Hospital is one of the best medical facilities in the state.</p>
<p>One of the best features the town of Jupiter has to offer is the food! Jupiter has some of the best world-class dining in South Florida. Since there are so many different cultural influences in South Florida the food has an amazing flair that is second to none. With so many waterway and beaches Jupiter also has many ocean side <a target='_blank' href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Jupiter-is-a-Seaside-Escape&amp;id=2928084">Jupiter Happy Hour</a>, adding to their allure.</p>
<p>This small town has plenty to offer, once you go there you will understand why so many people choose to make it their favorite vacation spot, and sometimes even home. You&#8217;ll also want to check out <a href="http://www.thebistrojupiter.com/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=12&amp;Itemid=10" target="_blank">Happy Hour Florida</a> while looking for <a href="http://www.thebistrojupiter.com/" target="_blank">Restaurants</a>.</p>

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		<title>Best Happy Hours in Cleveland</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 07:35:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dennis Gartland</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lolita 5-6:30 pm and 9:30 pm to close Tuesday through Thursday; 5-6 pm and 10:30 p. to close Saturday. 4-6:30 pm. Sunday Lolita is one of Michael Symon's (of the food network) first restraints. Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is only $2 and there are several dishes for only $5. I went with my sister and we ordered the mac and cheese and The Lolita Burger. I have to say it is the best mac and cheese I have ever had.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Dennis Gartland</div>
<p>Lolita 5-6:30 pm and 9:30 pm to close Tuesday through Thursday; 5-6 pm and 10:30 p. to close Saturday. 4-6:30 pm. Sunday Lolita is one of Michael Symon&#8217;s (of the food network) first restraints. Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is only $2 and there are several dishes for only $5. I went with my sister and we ordered the mac and cheese and The Lolita Burger. I have to say it is the best mac and cheese I have ever had.</p>
<p>Lincoln Park Pub &#8211; Tacos $1.25; Mex beers, $2.25; margaritas, $3.25Taco Tuesdays, 3 p.m.-midnight. The Tacos are made on homemade taco shells. If you like very hot food try the morning after tacos.</p>
<p>Momocho has very good and unique food. From 5-6:30 pm daily they have 1/2 off taquitos and margaritas plus a great deal on Tecate. Happy Hour is only at the bar, but it has a very nice patio.</p>
<p>Blind Pig &#8211; Pizza and wings for $5; 23 oz. beers $2.50, 4-9pm daily. The pizzas are pretty big for $5, big enough for two people at least. The beer special includes imports. They have plenty of very large flat screen TV&#8217;s to watch the game on.</p>
<p>Light Bistro -4:30-7 p.m. daily, Cocktails starting at $3. Food plates are $5. This is one of the Best Restaurants in Ohio. It is nice to be able to stop in for an after hour bite, but it seams a better idea to go for dinner.</p>
<p>Liquid &#8211; 4-8 daily. Half off drinks and bottled beers. The atmosphere is cool and the clientele is young professional. Nice place to grab a beer. The food is very good and easy on the budget. The beer selection is impressive.</p>
<p>Paladar 4-7 p.m. daily, Beer $3, mojitos and margaritas $5; Latin appetizers $2 to $4. This place has a great atmosphere and very good food.</p>
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		<title>Best After Work Hangouts in Cleveland</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:34:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dennis Gartland</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lolita is one of Michael Symon's (of the food network) first restraints. Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is only $2 and there are several dishes for only $5. I went with my sister and we ordered the mac and cheese and The Lolita Burger. I have to say it is the best mac and chesse I have ever had. 5-6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. to close Tuesday through Thursday; 5-6 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. to close Saturday. 4-6:30 p.m. Sunday]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Dennis Gartland</div>
<p>Lolita is one of Michael Symon&#8217;s (of the food network) first restraints. Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is only $2 and there are several dishes for only $5. I went with my sister and we ordered the mac and cheese and The Lolita Burger. I have to say it is the best mac and chesse I have ever had. 5-6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. to close Tuesday through Thursday; 5-6 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. to close Saturday. 4-6:30 p.m. Sunday</p>
<p>Lincoln Park Pub &#8211; Taco Tuesdays, 3 p.m.-midnight. The Tacos are made on homemade taco shells. If you like hot food try the morning after sauce. Tacos, $1.25; Mex beers, $2.25; margaritas, $3.25</p>
<p>Momocho is one of the hippest restraints in Ohio City. From 5-6:30 p.m. daily they have 1/2 off taquitos and margaritas plus a great deal on Tecate.</p>
<p>Blind Pig &#8211; Pizza and wings for $5; 23-ounce beers $2.50, 4-9p.m. daily. The pizzas are pretty big for $5, big enough for two people at least. The beer special includes imports. They have the nicest set of TVs downtown.</p>
<p>Light Bistro -4:30-7 p.m. daily, Cocktails starting at $3. Food plates are $5. This is one of the <a href="http://www.lafregatehotel.com/Restaurant/">Best Restaurants</a> in Ohio. It is nice to be able to stop in for an after hour bite, but it seams a better idea to go for dinner.</p>
<p>Liquid &#8211; 4-8 daily. Half off drinks and bottled beers. The atmosphere is cool and the clientele is young professional. Nice place to grab a beer. The food is very good and easy on the budget. The beer selection is impressive.</p>
<p>The Flying Fig &#8211; Happy Hour: Tuesday &#8211; Friday between 5PM and 7:30PM Season Food Specials for happy hour. The Fig provides wine-oriented cuisine utilizing the finest ingredients available, sourced locally whenever possible. Beers start at $2</p>
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<div class='links'>Dennis Gartland ownes one of the top <a href="http://www.netadvertisinggroup.com/">advertising agencies</a> in Cleveland. He is an expert on SEO and Testing Advertising. He is also compling a list of the good <a href="http://pickofcleveland.com/cleveland-restaurant-reviews">entertainment in Cleveland Ohio</a> and the best <a href="http://pickofcleveland.com/cleveland-restaurant-reviews/clevelands-best-happy-hour-deals">Cleveland Happy Hour</a> deals.</div>
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		<title>What&#8217;s The Deal With Wine Glasses?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:53:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lilly Fiser</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Lilly Fiser</div>
<p>Wine glasses are very essential in the wine tasting experience. In order to properly taste the wine, you must have the correct wine glass. Wine glasses were designed the way they are shaped on purpose.</p>
<p>A red wine glass consists of the base, stem, and a large round bowl with a wide mouth. The shape of the bowl is used to enhance the wine bouquet, thus enhancing the flavor. The wide mouth allows you to sip the red wine so you can taste it at the front of your mouth where it is meant to be tasted.</p>
<p>The surface area of the bowl of the red wine glass helps to oxygenate and allows for a greater surface area to evaporate the wine. The character of red wine is strong and bold and the bowl allows for this taste to come through. Another function of the large bowl is to be used to hold the glass, keeping the wine at the desired room temperature.</p>
<p>A white wine glass consists of the same components as a red wine glass: the base, stem and bowl. The bowl of a white wine glass is tall and narrow, allowing for the much more delicate wine to have a focused bouquet. The tall stem of the white wine glass allows for the wine to stay at the cooler temperatures that white wine should be served at.</p>
<p>The white wine glass has a smaller mouth than a red wine glass which makes you tilt your head back in order to drink it. White wine is meant to be tasted towards the back of your palette. The part of the palette where you taste the wine is important to the wine tasting experience.</p>
<p>Champagne, yet another type of wine, also boasts its very own glass design. The perfect champagne glass is called a flute. Flute glasses are very tall and narrow which maintains the effervescence and bubbles for much longer than any other shape of glass.</p>
<p>Wine glasses are very important on more than one level and are not just for holding your wine but for perfecting the taste of the wine as well. Wine should always be paired with its perfect wine glass in order to experience wine tasting to the fullest. Something else you can do with wine is to pair it with the perfect food.</p>
<p>White wine will pair perfectly with almost any type of seafood. Red wine goes great with red meat and surprisingly with chocolate. Feel free to play with food and wine combinations, but always remember to use the correct wine glasses!</p>
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		<title>Restaurant Management Resources Help Put out Fires</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 07:16:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jose L Riesco</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Management in general is a multifaceted approach. You must be able to oversee all elements of the business and have a general ability to do every task beneath you. Ideally, you should have some experience in actually doing each one of the jobs over which you have responsibility, but if not you must be able to step in at a moment's notice. In the food industry, a managerial role is even more complicated and restaurant management resources are well researched.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Jose L Riesco</div>
<p>Management in general is a multifaceted approach. You must be able to oversee all elements of the business and have a general ability to do every task beneath you. Ideally, you should have some experience in actually doing each one of the jobs over which you have responsibility, but if not you must be able to step in at a moment&#8217;s notice. In the food industry, a managerial role is even more complicated and restaurant management resources are well researched.</p>
<p>If you have overall responsibility as an owner or senior manager in a food and beverage related position, the number of areas that you&#8217;re responsible for is greater than average. Whether you have to deal with marketing, projects, logistical issues, staffing, accounts and financing or a host of other required tasks, you should always make sure that you have restaurant management resources available to help you prioritize and put everything in perspective.</p>
<p>In restaurant management, the difference between making a profit and operating at a loss is razor thin. Product is one of your most challenging areas and you need to be sure that you pay particular attention to supply and delivery management and also to portion control. Junior employees will not have the same perspective as you as it is not their responsibility to balance all those factors. As such, you need to come up with a clear policy guidelines and set it out for them.</p>
<p>A busy restaurant will set its own challenges with regard to the handling of food and drink, but a whole host of other products and supplies are essential to the smooth running of the operation. If only one small item is out of place, it can have a significant effect. Ensure that restaurant management resources cover adequate inventory control and the staff understand how important it is to be frugal with product usage and that you should neither be overstocked nor under stock.</p>
<p>Time management is crucial for managers at all levels and if you&#8217;re in charge of an eatery, this is especially so. One of your biggest challenges will be coping with problems that come up on a regular basis and there will be many of them. You will have to be skilled at putting out fires and somehow building this time into your already busy schedule appropriately.</p>
<p>Remember, that even though you will be pulled in all directions as the owner and manager of a restaurant, you must still be efficient. Whatever programs and projects you have opened, must be completed and one of the biggest skills you learn will be the art of delegation. Never be a micromanage, but always be willing to allocate tasks accordingly.</p>
<p>Reputations can rise and fall on the quality and suitability of the staff that you have employed in your restaurant. As an owner or manager you must pay particular attention to your hiring phase and never shortcut this process. Remember that each one of your staff will have a crucial role to play from time to time and you will need to rely on each one of them to do the right thing.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t be afraid to turn to outside help, especially when you are starting out. Restaurant management resources can help you to focus on priorities and the ins and outs of management from those who have seen it all.</p>
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		<title>Fuel Your Restaurants Promotion In So Many Ways</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:57:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jose L Riesco</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A restaurants promotion is probably the key to its survival. You can have the best tasting food on the planet but without a way of communicating this and letting people know that you are ready to serve them some gastronomic delights your amazing venture will be dead in the water. In the early days of a new enterprise you need to establish your image and bring in new business. Part of this initiative will be to add credibility and start to develop a loyal following.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Jose L Riesco</div>
<p>A restaurants promotion is probably the key to its survival. You can have the best tasting food on the planet but without a way of communicating this and letting people know that you are ready to serve them some gastronomic delights your amazing venture will be dead in the water. In the early days of a new enterprise you need to establish your image and bring in new business. Part of this initiative will be to add credibility and start to develop a loyal following.</p>
<p>You will need to be aggressive as there is a high level of competition in this industry. There are a number of different initiatives that you can use to get the ball rolling as so many things hinge on a restaurants promotion. Make sure that you don&#8217;t fall into the trap of saying to yourself &#8220;if you build it, they will come&#8221;.</p>
<p>Consider staging a contest of some kind when it comes to your restaurants promotion. For example, you could publicize the fact that you are running a competition which will establish a prize for someone who comes up with a great new menu idea. Alternatively, you could start a competition to see who can eat a certain number of specialty items from the menu.</p>
<p>One of the key people in your organization is, of course, your head chef. He should be at the forefront of your restaurants promotion. For example, if he is well known in another locality or has a pedigree of some kind, make sure you publicize it. You might want him to hold some kind of demonstration of his abilities and attach some media interest to this, in addition to sending out a press release.</p>
<p>Merchandising is a great way to approach a restaurants promotion. Once you have established your brand image, put some giveaways together. You don&#8217;t have to spend a fortune, but if you have the correct positioning you can make some of these items collectible and/or something that they will want to display, for example on their fridge.</p>
<p>Your cost for food and drink items will be a lot lower than the retail charge, so you should consider giving away a product or two as part of your restaurants promotion. Why not give away a glass of wine with a new menu or a free dessert with a dinner selection?</p>
<p>Taste is key, so make sure that you give away as many samples as you can. Your restaurants promotion hinges on the fact that people must want to taste and savor your food and drink. People also like to get something for nothing and will remember this, so attract their attention and make a positive impression at the same time.</p>
<p>Always try and make your guests feel special by, for example, enrolling them in a club. Don&#8217;t make this intrusive, but do be creative to make sure that they get something beneficial and valuable. Just be subtle and draw people into your circle so they become repeat customers and help you grow.</p>
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<div style='font-style:italic;' class='about'>About the Author:</div>
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		<title>Restaurant And Marketing Initiatives Combine For Success</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jose L Riesco</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is difficult to find a more competitive industry than food and drink. Due to this it seems that few initiatives survive past the third anniversary. Entrepreneurs often lack a sufficient amount of preparation and seem to shy away from combining the two words -- restaurant and marketing -- in the same breath.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='byline'>by Jose L Riesco</div>
<p>It is difficult to find a more competitive industry than food and drink. Due to this it seems that few initiatives survive past the third anniversary. Entrepreneurs often lack a sufficient amount of preparation and seem to shy away from combining the two words &#8212; restaurant and marketing &#8212; in the same breath.</p>
<p>In terms of advertising and promotion, what works for one establishment may not work for another and you need to consider what type of restaurant and marketing plan is best for your project. Be prepared to ditch one type of approach and switch to another if you find that you are getting nowhere. Creativity is king and you have to find something that will really set your business apart &#8211; your unique selling proposition.</p>
<p>Many people observe the playing field and think that it is heavily saturated and dominated by the major chains. Whilst there is certainly stiff competition those who are serious about their restaurant and marketing plans can still make a significant impression. For example, the chains are very set in their ways and independent franchise owners are not allowed to stray from the corporate message very often. This leaves the independent restaurateur a lot of room to manipulate the market in his or her local area.</p>
<p>Write a press release about your restaurant and send it to your local media. This item should be creatively composed and tell a specific story. Don&#8217;t let it come across as an advertisement, as this may lead to it being discarded and getting you nowhere. Make sure that your release is worthy of use as a news item.</p>
<p>Restaurant and marketing initiatives begin with first-time visitors. You should allocate a lot of your resources and effort in this way. Whatever you do, try and make sure that the customer wants to return and that they have a fantastic experience during their visit. Your goal is to ensure that they come back again and again.</p>
<p>When you are seeking to attract first-time visitors to a restaurant the first thing that you want to do is to make people aware of your existence. There are several good ways to approach this including the sponsorship of a special local event, especially if it is charity based. Your local bank or chamber of commerce might be willing to promote your existence to newcomers in the area, especially if you suggest some kind of incentive or give away.</p>
<p>Restaurant and marketing growth campaigns should work together and you should bring your employees into the mix. This is vital, as motivated employees will really get involved in the long-term development of the business. Ask your employees to brainstorm for new ideas and if you see that they are introducing a regular group of people, make sure that you reward them appropriately.</p>
<p>Creativity will really help you in growing your restaurant and marketing your potential. Consistent innovation and regular attention to detail should help your new business to stick around for many years to come.</p>
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<div class='links'>Writer Jose L Riesco shows you the most effective methods for getting more people into your restaurant at <a href="http://www.myrestaurantmarketing.com/">www.myrestaurantmarketing.com</a>. Learn more about great <a href="http://myrestaurantmarketing.com/Consulting.html">restaurant and marketing</a> here.</div>
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