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“Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army's 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War.”  It’s also a great time for a restaurant fiesta!  While Cinco de Mayo is centered around Mexico, people from all backgrounds choose to participate in the celebration.  It can be an extremely profitable day for your restaurant, if done properly.

Becoming a well-known entity within your community is essential to the success and longevity of your business.  In many cases the majority of your customers will come from your local area.  Businesses that go out of their way to become a part of their community can reap many benefits including increased word of mouth advertising, networking opportunities and discounts on products that are essential to the success of your business.  Here are five ways your business can become a bigger part of your community.

Major sports events can be very profitable for your restaurant and bar when done properly.  Having a unique plan for each one and starting your promotions early is important.  The more well thought-out and organized your event is, the better chance you have of turning a substantial profit.  Of course, it helps if your local teams are participating, but there is still enough interest in these events to reap some benefits.  Here we have the dates and times of each of the next 10 major sports events and how to uniquely celebrate them at your restaurant and bar.

Memorial Day is a time for honoring our fallen soldiers as well as giving condolences and thanks to their families.  It is also a time when many folks like to go out to eat and have a few drinks.  This makes for a very lucrative opportunity for restaurant owners and offers a chance for you to give back.  Here are just a few ways to make your Memorial Day celebration a success.

There are many benefits to operating a green retail business.  It can limit your impact on the environment, save on energy costs and even drive new business.  It can also have a very positive impact on the image of your brand.  While going green may seem like a daunting task, it is easier than you think.