On this episode, Kate and Rachel are joined by Joey Goone, President of Utopia Experience, for a thought-provoking events industry discussion. Utopia Experience is an event and video production company that helps both for and nonprofit organizations produce better and more meaningful experiences. In the episode, Joey gives insights into a variety of topics, including finding the intention behind event experiences, using videos within events, creating a genuine sense of community at events, facilitating giveback initiatives within events without being a nonprofit, knowing your superpower ..read more

In this episode, Rachel and Kate talk about how restaurants can bring in revenue for Valentine's Day and Super Bowl weekend. The ladies talk about small changes you can make to your current restaurant offerings for a Valentine's Day crowd, examples of Tripleseat customer Valentine's promotions, and where to promote. When it comes to Super Bowl packages, the ladies offer fun ways that you can tap into the camaraderie surrounding Super Bowl Sunday to host contests, bar packages, and more. Take advantage of these two money-making holidays in February!  ..read more

Happy 2023! In this episode, Kate and Rachel bring it back to the basics with some industry best practices to start the new year off strong. In this episode, you will hear 23 hospitality best practices to kick off 2023, broken into the following categories: restaurant sales best practices, event sales best practices, Tripleseat best practices, hospitality marketing best practices, and a few miscellaneous industry best practices. Let's make 2023 the best year yet ..read more

On this holiday episode, Kate and Rachel talk about how the hospitality industry can continue to show its festiveness throughout the holiday season and beyond. The ladies talk holiday cocktail recipes you can batch for events or offer one-off at your bar. They discuss festive restaurant experiences done right through decor, creative offerings, and merchandise sales that will last throughout the winter season. The ladies give gift ideas for the hospitality-loving people in your life. Finally, they talk about the final touches corporate planners can add to their holiday parties that go a long wa ..read more

On this episode, Kate and I sit down with Carly Stein and Emma Mueller of Snake Oil Cocktail Company’s latest drink concept: Cocktail Graffiti. Cocktail Graffiti is a custom edible drink topper that can be designed with a company logo for a product launch, couple photos for a wedding, slogans for an event, and everything in between. The toppers are then served on the cocktail or mocktail beverages at the event. Learn all about how Cocktail Graffiti came to be, how to bring Cocktail Graffiti to your own event, and more on this episode. Snake Oil Cocktail: https://snakeoilcocktail.com/ Cocktai ..read more

On this episode, Kate and Rachel get into a lot of different relevant topics in the hospitality and events industry for this time of the year. Starting off with the concept of service charges, especially with the current economy, the ladies talk about how restaurant service charges are often used for a variety of different things. Then, they cover give-back initiatives that companies could bring into their internal corporate events, offerings for Thanksgiving at certain NYC restaurants, and holiday event decor trends. Take a listen and feel all the holiday spirit! Let us know what you think an ..read more

On this episode, Kate and Rachel talk about vendors that event planners should be partnering with for future events. After recently attending the Event Planner Expo in New York City, the ladies are inspired by the latest trending vendors on the the event scene. From edible drink toppers for custom cocktails to latte trucks, cotton candy in the shape of animals, unique "disposable cameras", and painting experiences, there are so many cool vendors that can add an extra element of flare to your next event.  Companies mentioned: The Latte Royal https://thelatteroyale.com/ ReserveBar https ..read more

In this episode, Kate and Rachel talk fall 2022 hospitality and event industry trends. How can your restaurant or venue get in on these trends? From fall martini recipes to football Sunday offerings, and fall wedding trends, let's talk all the fall things! What are you seeing and loving this fall? Send us a message at 2chicks3seats@tripleseat.com. Gifting links: https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/fall-gift-basket-ideas ..read more

On this episode, Kate and Rachel sit down with digital marketing expert, Rich Brooks. Rich is the president of Flyte New Media, a full-service digital marketing agency in Portland, Maine. Rich is a podcaster and has a show called The Agents of Change Podcast. On today's episode, Rich shares his marketing wisdom for the hospitality industry, specifically discussing creating a marketing strategy, social media, branding, SEO, and more.  ..read more

On this week's episode, Kate and Rachel are here to talk about some interesting news headlines in the hospitality industry that really made them think. Share your thoughts on the conversation by sending an email to 2chicks3seats@tripleseat.com. Eater article: Is The Minimalistic Restaurant Menu Over? https://www.eater.com/23269370/restaurant-menu-trends-minimalist-descriptions-are-over BizBash article: Lights, Camera, Action: 7 Streaming Service Activations You Might’ve Missed https://www.bizbash.com/production-strategy/experiential-marketing-activations-sponsorships/media-gallery/22353315/ev ..read more