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9 must-have media for restaurateurs

Chloé Thévenet
January 2, 2025
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Specialist foodservice media offer a captivating and tasty experience for restaurateurs looking for inspiration. In a variety of formats - newspapers, magazines, podcasts or TV shows - these media offer a window onto new culinary trends, industry developments and captivating stories from chefs who are shaping the restaurant world of today and tomorrow. Dive into the exciting world of cooking through 9 essential media to enrich your outlook and feed your creativity.

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The importance of media monitoring for restaurateurs

Keeping abreast of culinary trends

Consumer expectations are changing at breakneck speed: sustainable food, short circuits, new flavors... By following the specialized media, you can pick up on these signals and adjust your offer before anyone else.

👉 To find out more: 8 trends not to be missed in 2025

Understanding regulatory developments

Sanitary standards, food transparency laws or accessibility regulations can have a direct impact on your business. Keeping up to date will help you avoid unpleasant surprises and stay one step ahead.

Draw inspiration from industry success stories

Drawing inspiration from the successes of other restaurateurs also means finding concrete ideas for reinventing your concept and making a difference.

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1. Hotels and Restaurants

L'HĂ´tellerie Restauration remains a must-read for all industry professionals. The magazine offers a wealth of information: news, special features, job offers and regulatory updates.

Why follow this medium?

  • Keep up to date with the latest news from the fast food sector.
  • Access in-depth analyses of market trends.
  • Find job opportunities and advice on day-to-day management.

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2. France Snacking

France Snacking is the leading magazine for the fast-food and on-the-go sectors. It highlights innovations, emerging concepts and regulatory dynamics.

Why follow this medium?

  • Monitor market trends and identify key innovations.
  • Study case studies and in-depth market analyses.
  • Access strategic advice to adjust your offer and management.

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3. Snacking.fr

Snacking.fr, a dedicated online platform, is a reference for news and trends in the snacking sector. Interviews, videos and studies enrich the content on offer.

Why consult this medium?

  • Stay informed with a daily snacking watch.
  • Discover inspiring initiatives and testimonials from professionals.
  • Take advantage of varied and instructive multimedia resources.

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4. The Chef

Le Chef is a magazine dedicated to chefs and gastronomy professionals. Portraits, recipes and trends come together to offer a unique perspective.

Why consult this medium?

  • Draw inspiration from the careers of iconic chefs.
  • Enrich your menu with innovative recipes and techniques adapted to fast food.
  • Identify the trends shaping the contemporary kitchen.

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5. Let's taste

France Inter is the most listened-to radio station in France, with 7.2 million listeners every day. France Inter's programmers haven't forgotten food lovers: the culinary program "On va déguster", hosted by François-Régis Gaudry, is an invitation to explore gastronomy in all its facets. From recipes to local produce and fascinating stories, this program is aimed at professionals and cooking enthusiasts alike.

Why follow this medium?

  • Discover fascinating stories about local produce and French cuisine.
  • Be inspired by creative recipes adapted to different types of restaurants.
  • Enjoy an accessible and entertaining approach to broadening your knowledge of gastronomy.

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6. Top Chef

Broadcast on M6, Top Chef is much more than just an entertainment show. Each season spotlights talented chefs and modern techniques through original, innovative challenges.

Why watch this TV show?

  • Learn new, modern culinary techniques to integrate into your kitchen.
  • Take inspiration from innovative creations to develop new menu offerings.
  • Observe emerging trends in the world of gastronomy.
Media to follow as a restaurateur

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7. Innovorder blog

The Innovorder blog is an essential resource for transforming your restaurant in the digital age. Focused on innovation, it offers advice, practical tools and concrete analyses to boost your restaurant's performance.

Why follow this blog for restaurateurs?

  • Access practical guides for your restaurant's digital transformation.
  • Keep abreast of technological innovations to improve the customer experience.
  • Discover concrete tips to boost your performance and sales.

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8. Very very good

Très Très Bon explores the best culinary addresses with an expert yet relaxed approach. The program, broadcast on Paris Première, focuses on the dishes, their presentation and the places that are making their mark on the gastronomic scene.

Why follow this show when you're a restaurateur?

  • Discover inspiring establishments to develop your own concept.
  • Identify customer expectations and improve your customer experience.
  • Learn about trends in presentation and culinary creativity.

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9. Business of Bouffe

Did you know that 22 million French people listen to podcasts every month? With an increasingly diverse offering, podcasts dedicated to the world of gastronomy are booming!

Business of Bouffe is a must-have podcast for a behind-the-scenes look at the food and restaurant industry. Discussions with experts address concrete issues and future prospects.

Why listen to this podcast?

  • Understand the economic and social stakes of the foodservice industry.
  • Discover successful initiatives and inspiring testimonials.
  • Explore innovative ideas to reinvent your business.

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