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M&J Chickens Launches New Online Ordering System and App in Partnership with Open Pantry

Order faster with M&J Chickens’ new online ordering system and app, built with Open Pantry to simplify ordering for chefs and foodservice venues.
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May 13, 2026

M&J Chickens Launches New Online Ordering System and App in Partnership with Open Pantry

By Gelou Jimeno
A chef using a tablet to order from M&J Chickens.
Order faster with M&J Chickens’ new online ordering system and app, built with Open Pantry to simplify ordering for chefs and foodservice venues.
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May 12, 2026

Top 10 Best Wholesale Food & Beverage Suppliers in Melbourne

By Gelou Jimeno
Stacks of hundreds of tomato boxes stored in a warehouse.
Discover the top 10 wholesale food suppliers in Melbourne and find the best partners for quality, consistency, and reliable delivery.
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May 9, 2026

Smart Menu Pricing for Australian Restaurants | Open Pantry

By Gelou Jimeno
Chef using a tablet to cost a menu in the kitchen.
Smart menu pricing tips for Australian restaurants: control costs, improve margins, and price dishes for profit.
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May 7, 2026

How to Order from M&J Chickens Using Open Pantry

By Gelou
Chef using a tablet with text promoting the new M&J online ordering system.
Order from M&J Chickens faster with Open Pantry. Browse, track, and manage orders easily—all in one smart platform.
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May 1, 2026

12 Modern Tips to Grow Restaurant Profits in 2025

By Geoff Philcox
Busy restaurant atmosphere with many guests enjoying meals.
Discover 12 modern strategies to grow restaurant profits in 2025. Learn how to boost revenue, cut costs, and keep diners coming back.
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April 15, 2026

How to Set Up a Production Kitchen: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Gelou Jimeno
A chef standing in a kitchen.
Ready to streamline your kitchen? Discover how to set up a production kitchen that maximises space, boosts workflow, and drives serious efficiency.
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April 12, 2026

5 Commercial Kitchen Layouts for Space Optimisation

By Gelou Jimeno
Chefs happily working in a commercial kitchen.
Discover 5 smart commercial kitchen layouts designed to optimise space, enhance efficiency, and streamline operations in your production kitchen setup.
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March 8, 2026

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Menu Costing for Restaurants

By Gelou Jimeno
A man underlining the word "Mistakes to avoid in Menu Costing for Restaurants".
Avoid menu costing mistakes! Learn to track ingredients, control portions, allocate overhead, and set profitable prices to boost your restaurant’s profits.
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March 5, 2026

Open Pantry Teams Up with Triniteq: A Seamless Integration

By Geoff Philcox
A barista in a modern cafe holding a tablet, standing and smiling confidently with warm lighting and blurred customers in the background.
Discover how Open Pantry & Triniteq streamline inventory, recipe costing & real-time stock tracking to boost restaurant efficiency & profitability.
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March 1, 2026

Tips to Boost Kitchen Efficiency & Speed

By Gelou Jimeno
Four chefs in a kitchen preparing the dishes.
Boost kitchen efficiency with optimised layouts, quality equipment, SOPs, and KDS. Streamline operations, manage inventory, and speed up service with tech.
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February 27, 2026

Boosting Off-Peak Hours Sales in Restaurants

By Gelou Jimeno
A crowded bar scene filled with numerous people seated at tables, enjoying drinks and conversation.
Turn slow periods into profit with promos, events, and exclusives. Boost sales using loyalty programs, online ordering, and Open Pantry’s Restaurant Pro Suite.
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February 24, 2026

Flavor Meets Wellness: The Health Trends Revolutionising Restaurant Menus

By Gelou Jimeno
A person taking a picture of an appetising meal displayed on a table.
Discover health trends revolutionising restaurant menus—from plant-based to personalized nutrition. Adapt and thrive in a health-conscious dining scene.
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February 21, 2026

Free Recipe Cost Calculator: Accurately Calculate Food Costs and Maximise Profits

By Gelou Jimeno
A potato and coins are placed on a calculator, representing a quirky blend of budgeting and food resources.
Maximise restaurant profits with our Recipe Cost Calculator. Accurately calculate dish costs, set strategic prices, and optimise your menu with Open Pantry.
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February 20, 2026

How to Cost a Menu: Step-by-Step Guide for Restaurant Owners

By Geoff Philcox
A menu printed on a black paper with a knife, asparagus, and a red chili on the side.
Learn menu costing with our step-by-step guide. Optimise ingredients, set profitable prices, and boost margins with Open Pantry’s Restaurant Pro Suite.
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February 18, 2026

How Prep Sheets Conduct Kitchen Harmony

By Geoff Philcox
A chef garnishing a dish in a busy restaurant.
Discover how prep sheets streamline restaurant kitchens for efficiency, ensuring consistency and smoother culinary operations.
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February 15, 2026

Top 5 Statistics in the Australian Food Industry Restaurants Need to Know

By Geoff Philcox
A person holding a paper with a graph on it.
Discover 5 key stats shaping Australia's food industry—from low beef prices to plant-based trends. Get essential insights to drive restaurant success.
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February 14, 2026

Automated Ordering and How to Use It Effectively

By Geoff Philcox
A person holding a cellphone in a store with an image of a delivery truck, a box of fresh produce, and a check mark.
Boost your business with automated ordering. Discover benefits, learn implementation tips, and access best practices with Open Pantry.
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February 11, 2026

Maximising Profitability: 5 Golden Rules for Food Cost Control

By Geoff Philcox
Costs - Profit signpost with sky background.
Discover 5 proven rules for food cost control to reduce waste, improve margins, and maximise profitability in your food business.
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February 8, 2026

How to Calculate Menu Costing

By Geoff Philcox
A hamburger with a graph and a chart on top, symbolizing food costing in a unique way.
Master menu costing with our guide! Calculate food costs, set prices, and track in real time with Open Pantry’s Restaurant Pro Suite for smarter management.
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January 30, 2026

Top Ten Food Trends for 2024

By Geoff Philcox
Skewered scorpions on a tray.
Explore 2024’s top dining trends and the future of food. Stay ahead with Open Pantry’s free tools for easy ordering, menu costing, and inventory tracking.
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January 28, 2026

A Comparative Analysis of Open Pantry, Restoke, and Marketman: Exploring Their Unique Offerings

By Geoff Philcox
A laptop on a wooden surface displaying an image of a grocery bag filled with fresh produce.
Compare Open Pantry, Restoke, and Marketman to discover key features, strengths, and benefits—helping you make the best choice for your business.
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January 25, 2026

Understanding the Australian F&B Landscape

By Geoff Philcox
Rustic Table Spread of Outback-Inspired Recipes: From Grilled Steak to Kangaroo Sausage.
Discover Australia’s F&B landscape, key trends, local suppliers, and regulations to help your business thrive in a competitive market.
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January 13, 2026

Mastering the Art of Restaurant Inventory Management

By Geoff Philcox
A chef in a commercial kitchen inspecting food for quality and freshness.
A guide on how to manage your restaurant's inventory using restaurant management software, complete with tools such as menu costing and automated ordering.
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January 6, 2026

How a Restaurant Chooses a Wholesale Supplier

By Matthew Galea
Two men standing in front of a produce display holding a crate of vegetables.
How a Restaurant Chooses a Wholesale Supplier
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May 17, 2024

Case Study: Elevating Profitability with Open Pantry at Bar Group Hospitality

By Geoff Philcox
Delve into the success story of Bar Group Hospitality as we explore how the implementation of Open Pantry’s Restaurant Pro Suite revolutionized operations at their esteemed establishment, Huskisson Hotel.
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May 31, 2022

Melbourne's Best Wholesale Food Suppliers

By Geoff Philcox
We asked one hundred chefs in Melbourne to vote for their favorite suppliers in the following product categories. They had to decide based on the price, quality and service offered by each brand.The results provided insight into the supplies that covet the most from all over Australia. Let's see the outcomes for each category
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May 31, 2022

10 Hacks chefs should know

By Geoff Philcox
Perhaps you’ve been a chef for years and are no stranger to the unforeseen costs that crop up and leave you feeling underpaid and overworked. Or maybe you’re just starting out and are researching all of the best practices for running your new venue. Either way, we’ve put together our top ten recommended ways to save money, both in and out of the kitchen, to help you run a thriving, successful venue.
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