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### [How to create a festive Christmas menu](https://blog.typsy.com/how-to-create-a-festive-christmas-menu)

With Christmas around the corner, it's the perfect time to run a promotion in your cafe. We've got some tips to help you plan a special festive menu...

 Ilona Wallace  Nov 21, 2016

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### [8 successful restaurants that began as food trucks](https://blog.typsy.com/8-successful-restaurants-that-began-as-food-trucks)

These popular food trucks have traded in the nomad life for a bricks and mortar existence – and business is booming. Check 'em out.

 Ilona Wallace  Nov 7, 2016

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### [Fun branded gifts that your cafe could hand out to customers](https://blog.typsy.com/fun-branded-gifts-that-your-cafe-could-offer-customers)

Want to keep in your customers' thoughts? Offer them something extra special – like a branded gift! But how do you choose the best item for your cafe?

 Ilona Wallace  Oct 24, 2016

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### [How to offer luxury service on an economy budget](https://blog.typsy.com/how-to-offer-luxury-service-on-an-economy-budget)

While you may not be able to offer guests expensive extras at your hotel, there are simple ways to upgrade your service from economy to first class.

 Ilona Wallace  Oct 10, 2016

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### [How to give business travelers an unforgettable experience](https://blog.typsy.com/how-to-cater-to-business-travellers)

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 Ilona Wallace  Sep 26, 2016

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### [How to make your hotel more environmentally friendly](https://blog.typsy.com/how-to-make-your-hotel-more-environmentally-friendly)

Imagine if your hotel could look after the environment, save money and make your guests happier. By taking these suggestions on board, you can do...

 Ilona Wallace  Sep 12, 2016

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