“Navigating the new normal” is a phrase that has been used a lot lately, don’t you think? It is no secret the unexpected outbreak of COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on our world over the last several months, and our beloved Hospitality Industry has quite possibly taken the hardest hit. From government-mandated quarantine and restaurant closures to widespread furloughs and layoffs, everyone – even our guests – are having to alter their habits and lifestyles in order to adapt to this “new normal.” We are currently in very unique position where we can up our game, in a sense. Aren’t sure where to start? The PHCP Team has you covered. We have reviewed the data and conducted brainstorms to develop top-level ideas for traffic-driving beverage promotions you can implement this summer and keep your guests and your staff safe at the same time.

It is time for our new blog series, folks! Cocktails in the Crib will highlight PHCP’s amazing team of Mixologists and show you everything you need to know in order to make the best cocktails at home — no prior experience needed! What better way to kick this off than with some tips and tricks for you to make the best martini in celebration of National Martini Day!

Every month at PHCP, we anonymously vote for the team member we believe has gone above and beyond for the company. The person who receives the most votes is awarded the prestigious “Employee of the Month” title. We interviewed the TWO rock stars that tied for this honor in April, and compiled 10 things we think you should know about Erica Codd and Donna James!

Like binging episodes of your favorite TV Show, or munching on Chicken Taquitos, one is simply never enough! That’s exactly how we felt about trying to recreate The Cheesecake Factory’s recipes too! For part 2, a few PHCPers answered questions about their cooking experiences with a fresh batch of recipes.

How long have we been social distancing? At this point, the hours, days and weeks feel like they have started to run together. Luckily The Cheesecake Factory released their recipes online to give us something exciting to try! Follow along as our teammates recount their experiences trying to recreate some of these recipes. From brunch and entrées, to appetizers and sides, we have plenty of options to sink your teeth into!