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When indoor dining was banned once again in California restaurants due to a surge in coronavirus cases in July, foodservice operators were forced to get creative to keep their businesses afloat. At Milton’s deli in Del Mar, Calif., seven parking spaces in front of the restaurant were covered with artificial turf, and 20 shaded tables were set up, treating diners to al fresco dining. “We’re just trying to make the best of this moving target,†says owner Barry Robbins. “As far as customer experience, it’s been very positive,†he says. “People feel safer outside.â€
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