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13
U.S. swipe fees are among the highest in the world because just two companies control 80% of the credit card processing market. Unchecked by...
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Jan
6
Utility disruptions can force restaurant closures and lost revenue without warning. The National Restaurant Association’s new Always Ready:...
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Dec
22
Federal, state and possibly local laws mandate certain animals be allowed into all places of public accommodation, including restaurants. To many,...
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Nov
24
The National Restaurant Association 2026 What’s Hot Culinary Forecast is here! The report offers a sneak peek into the flavors and creative...
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Sep
17
Scott Dolch, Jamie McDonald, Kim Morrison and Michelle Korsmo. The restaurant industry’s commitment to people-first leadership took center...
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Aug
13
Documents: Nomination Toolkit Selection Process Nomination Survey: Nominate here Nominations are open Wednesday, August 13th - midnight Sunday,...
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Jun
3
Thank you for showing up & making an impact! The halls of the State Capitol’s North Lobby were filled with...
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Apr
8
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve all been impacted by rising costs. Our industry, which has been disproportionately impacted by increased...
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Mar
1
The 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session is well underway, and the Connecticut Restaurant Association is actively monitoring hundreds of bills that...
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Feb
1
CRA Hosts Annual CRAZIES Awards Gala The Connecticut Restaurant Association (CRA) hosted its annual CRAZIES Awards for approximately 1,450 industry...
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Dec
9
What makes a great drink? Some might say the ingredients. Others may point to how they’re mixed. Jose Colon of Elm City Social in New Haven...
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Sep
24
The Connecticut Restaurant Association’s (CRA) goal is to help your restaurant or hospitality business succeed, no matter the size. Whether...
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