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Each and every year, countless numbers of individuals act on their lifelong dreams and decide to open a restaurant. Many of these aspiring restaurateurs are engaging in this activity for the first time, and unfortunately they are at a greater risk for making mistakes that could unnecessarily doom their fledgling business from the start. Many of these mistakes, however, are avoidable. The shelves are full of books about restaurants. Some offer advice on operations and menu planning. Some contain inspiring photographs of interior and exterior spaces. Others share the details behind one concept or individuals success story. But comprehensive information available on the restaurant development process is limited. The establishment of a new restaurant concept is full of emotion, surprise, frustration, risk, and satisfaction that simply cannot be conveyed in a textbook format. The Restaurant Dream? is based on a true account of one teams efforts to develop a restaurant concept from the ground up. All aspects of the development process, from initial ideation through design, construction, opening, and the first months of operations, are covered. It is written in the form of a story, which interweaves educational material with reallife events and the unexpected twists and turns that seemed to exist around almost every corner. From elation to deception and camaraderie to lawsuits, this book shows that the surreal components of opening a restaurant are not uncommonthey are just not frequently shared. The Restaurant Dream? shares strategies, logic, successes, and failures so that the aspiring restaurateur may learn from this effort and improve their own likelihood for success.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Restaurant Dream?' A: 'The Restaurant Dream?' focuses on the real-life journey of developing a restaurant concept, covering everything from ideation to opening and initial operations.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Restaurant Dream?' is Lee Simon.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Restaurant Dream?' have? A: 'The Restaurant Dream?' contains 328 pages of insights and experiences related to restaurant development.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Restaurant Dream?' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Restaurant Dream?' published? A: 'The Restaurant Dream?' was published on January 12, 2006.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the restaurant development process, including strategies for success and common pitfalls to avoid.
- Q: Is this book suitable for first-time restaurateurs? A: Yes, 'The Restaurant Dream?' is particularly helpful for first-time restaurateurs looking to understand the challenges and realities of opening a restaurant.
- Q: Does the book include real-life stories or case studies? A: Yes, the book interweaves educational material with real-life events and stories, providing practical insights into the restaurant industry.
- Q: What genre does 'The Restaurant Dream?' belong to? A: 'The Restaurant Dream?' falls under the category of Hospitality, Travel & Tourism.
- Q: Are there any unique features of this book compared to others on restaurant management? A: 'The Restaurant Dream?' stands out by providing a narrative format that combines educational content with personal experiences, making it relatable and engaging.