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Food for Thought

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April 13, 2021
By Brooke Botwinick
Food for Thought

Technology and Events in a Post-Pandemic World

Unique event venues such as Museums and Performing Arts Centers are well positioned to be leaders in the post-pandemic event industry. Throughout the pandemic, many cultural instit

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March 24, 2021
By Tracy Lawler
Food for Thought

The Guide to Food Service Contract Renegotiations

When we are hired to develop a food service operation for a museum restaurant, corporate café, or any other cultural institution, we often encounter a time where it is necessary t

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March 2, 2021
By Brooke Botwinick
Food for Thought

It’s Virtual Tasting Season!

When going through an RFP process during a global pandemic, how do you select a food service operator without tasting the food? JGL found an answer…you have a virtual tasting! He

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10 Museum Restaurants to Visit after pandemic
February 24, 2021
By Tracy Lawler
Food for Thought

10 Museum Restaurants I look Forward to Visiting.

Pre-pandemic, I traveled several times a month at a minimum. One of the things I love about my work is visiting museum restaurants nationwide for clients and non-clients alike. Lik

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Team members of The Café at Greenwich Library posing in aprons and masks, holding a sign that reads "THE CAFÉ Coming Soon," emphasizing community-focused café operations.
January 27, 2021
By Brooke Botwinick
Food for ThoughtOur Clients in the News

The Café at Greenwich Library is not just good…it’s doing good!

  Just before the pandemic hit, JGL Foodservice Consultants managed an RFP process for café operations at the Greenwich Library. Before starting this process, the Library con

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JGL Foodservice Consultants 2020 Achievements
December 16, 2020
By Colleen Geyer
Food for Thought

JGL Takes A Look Back AT 2020….

This past year has been anything but average, however, 2020 has also given us a lot. The JGL team has been able to navigate through a new ‘normal’ as we shared, grew and learne

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November 30, 2020
By Tracy Lawler
Food for Thought

Why Hire a Museum Food Service Consultant?

I was recently asked in a peer review business meeting to discuss JGL’s value proposition. That question prompted some very good internal conversations with team JGL. We routinel

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The COVID Response from the Pittsburgh Service Industry
September 30, 2020
By Colleen Geyer
Food for ThoughtThe New Normal

The COVID Response from the Pittsburgh Service Industry

With all that has been going on over the past few months, one thing is clear; everything is dependent on how you respond to the pandemic. That remains true for the countless bars a

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Foodservice consultants for Zoo
August 13, 2020
By Brooke Botwinick
Food for Thought

“Excellent Zoo, Terrible Food Court”

Museums, Botanical Gardens and Performing Arts Centers have spent more than a decade changing the perception of what it means to dine on-site at a cultural institution; Flora Bar a

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JGL Foodservice Consultants in the News
August 11, 2020
By Brooke Botwinick
Food for Thought

JGL in the news!

A good read on industry insights into higher ed and re-openings: College and University Dining Operations Retool to Meet Safety Standards

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April 6, 2026
By Lisa Baptista
Food for Thought

The Power of a Food Service Feasibility Study: Data That Drives Better Decisions

Food service programs are complex and require significant investment and careful planning. Whether an organization is launching a new dining venue, renovating facilities, or rethin

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March 9, 2026
By Martin Thorson
Food for Thought

Food Service at Convention Venues: Balancing Control, Risk, and Return

Food and beverage programs in convention and exposition venues sit at the crossroads of guest experience, financial performance, and operational complexity. As markets shift and ex

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January 13, 2026
By Brooke Botwinick
Food for Thought

Martin Thorson joins as Leader of Convention Center Consulting Practice

JGL Consultants is pleased to announce that Martin Thorson has joined the firm to lead its Convention Center Consulting practice. Martin brings more than two decades of executive l

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December 16, 2025
By JGLadmin
Food for ThoughtRetail

A Look Back at 2025…

It’s that time of year – a time to reflect and take pride in all you’ve accomplished. It has been another banner year at JGL, and we wanted to share some of this year’s

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October 15, 2025
By Lisa Baptista
Retail

Merch with Meaning

For many cultural institutions, retail operations are far more than souvenir stands — but are they being used to their full potential? The merchandise strategy, not just the shop

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JGL Consultants Food Service and Retail Consulting

JGL Consultants is a boutique food service and retail consultancy specializing in cultural institutions, higher education, corporate dining and convention centers. For 40+ years we have bridged the gap between institutional clients and the operators that serve them, delivering optimized financial results, stronger vendor relationships, and measurably better guest experiences.

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    Food Service Insights for Cultural Institutions

    Exploring modern strategies for museum and educational dining operations helps stakeholders elevate visitor experiences while optimizing financial performance. JGL Consultants shares expert perspectives on overcoming unique operational challenges in cultural venues.

    From managing vendor relationships to implementing sustainable practices, these insights draw upon decades of industry experience. Cultural institutions often require specialized approaches that balance artistic missions with profitable hospitality services.

    Navigating Post-Pandemic Catering Trends

    Adapting to shifting consumer expectations requires event planners and venue operators to embrace innovative catering formats. Modern guests increasingly value safety, flexibility, and locally sourced culinary offerings at corporate and cultural gatherings.

    Industry data indicates a permanent rise in hybrid events and customized micro-catering options across major metropolitan venues. Operators who successfully integrate these trends often see higher per-person spending and improved overall guest satisfaction.