Industry Insights

HORECA industry news and analysis with DIG-IN's unique data perspective on restaurant visibility and market positioning.

The Subtle Art of Building Restaurant Culture
Restaurant Tech

The Subtle Art of Building Restaurant Culture

Running a restaurant is complicated, but at its core, it’s about shaping the environment so staff can thrive and guests feel something beyond a meal. There are relationships with vendors, reservations to manage, staffing, orders and invoicing, and the service itself, but none of that works without the right culture…

Apr 16, 2026
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How Restaurant Merch Became Cultural Currency
Restaurant Tech

How Restaurant Merch Became Cultural Currency

Restaurants today are sitting on an untapped growth lever, that they may not even be aware of; one that builds brand, drives revenue, and extends customer loyalty well beyond the dining room. While restaurant operators focus on menus, margins, and foot traffic, merchandise is quietly emerging as a powerful way…

Apr 16, 2026
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Global Destinations Compete for Indian Tourists With Easier Visas
European Hospitality

Global Destinations Compete for Indian Tourists With Easier Visas

The visa relaxations for India are slow, but they all mean the same thing. Indian travelers are important to global travel, and everyone wants a piece of the Indian outbound pie.

Mar 16, 2026
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Asahi sees profits nosedive following cyber-attack
Food & Beverage

Asahi sees profits nosedive following cyber-attack

Asahi Group Holdings has seen its profits decline as a result of "unavoidable" consequences since hackers launched a cyber-attack on its business and took down its system last year. The post Asahi sees profits nosedive following cyber-attack appeared first on The Drinks Business.

Mar 16, 2026
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Chef Q&A: Ayesha Kalaji
Food & Beverage

Chef Q&A: Ayesha Kalaji

Ayesha Kalaji, chef patron of Glastonbury gastropub The Queen of Cups, talks to Amelie Maurice-Jones about politics, food culture and saving the pub sector. The post Chef Q&A: Ayesha Kalaji appeared first on The Drinks Business.

Mar 11, 2026
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The rumors about the end of Google Search are highly exaggerated
European Hospitality

The rumors about the end of Google Search are highly exaggerated

Google's 2025 revenue grew 15% to $403B despite AI search rise, with traditional search still receiving 34 times more visits than AI platforms.

Mar 11, 2026
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Press Releases

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Do "jeito" à competência: Dig-in celebrou o Dia da Mulher
Press Release

Do "jeito" à competência: Dig-in celebrou o Dia da Mulher

No Dia Internacional da Mulher, a DIG-IN lançou um manifesto em prol do reconhecimento da competência técnica e do mérito profissional.

Mar 9, 2026
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START-EAT-UP debate tendências da restauração na inauguração do novo Recheio Alfragide
Press Release

START-EAT-UP debate tendências da restauração na inauguração do novo Recheio Alfragide

11.ª edição do START-EAT-UP reuniu especialistas, chefs e gestores para discutir cozinha, produto e experiência do consumidor rumo a 2026.

Mar 4, 2026
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Quais são as tendências de 2026 na restauração?
Press Release

Quais são as tendências de 2026 na restauração?

Chefs, gestores e especialistas reuniram-se em Alfragide para discutir o futuro da restauração.

Mar 4, 2026
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