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Pandemic Struggles in the Restaurant Industry
This chapter explores the profound impacts of the pandemic on the restaurant industry, particularly focusing on the financial struggles of small businesses and the flawed business models that often lead to failure. It highlights the stark contrast between the bustling perception of restaurants and their underlying economic challenges, while advocating for systemic changes to improve worker conditions and dining sustainability. Additionally, the chapter examines the inequities of tipping systems and seed sovereignty, emphasizing the need for a more equitable structure to support both workers and the industry as a whole.