Ready for the Restaurant Rebound? Think Big. Think Bold. Think Art. 

The pandemic hit the restaurant industry hard, but with the news that vaccines are on the horizon, we know better days are ahead. Whether your restaurant is operating under restrictions now or waiting to turn the corner in the coming months, now is a good time to think about what you can do in the meantime to keep customers engaged and coming back. 

Here’s something to consider: a splashy event that showcases art. We know … “event” in this day and age can seem out of the question but that’s not necessarily true. The recent Titan Walls mural festival in Chicago demonstrated how an art-focused event can create buzz that attracts new and returning customers, gives guests the perfect selfie backdrop and pays it forward with fundraisers benefiting the community. 

This year’s version of the annual Titan Walls mural festival was scaled down due to the pandemic, and the trendy spots where the festival opened and closed — District Brew Yards and Recess in Chicago —…