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How the Pandemic Began a “Pop-Up” Restaurant Boom

Flexible dining trend lets chefs test menus without huge investment.

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The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic brought the restaurant industry to a standstill as countless kitchens closed and diners largely remained at home. But that didn’t stop some entrepreneurs from finding opportunities in this chaotic situation. The video below breaks down the boom of “pop-up” restaurants that flourished during the pandemic thanks to low overhead and mobile setups that met customers closer to where they lived. 

Questions: 

  1. How did the pandemic change the restaurant industry?
  2. What are some advantages and disadvantages of running pop-up restaurants?
Author: NickelsMcHughMcHugh