What it's for (and not for) in a restaurant
In hospitality, what persuades people most is seeing the real dish, the room and the people cooking. That's filmed on a phone, and Vaideo's AI doesn't replace it: its images come from Unsplash and Wikimedia or are AI-generated, and you can replace any scene's image, but they'll always be illustrative. Your own photos and videos of the place can be added afterwards in Vaideo Editor (free).
Where it does fit is in the content that fills your calendar between shoots: the story of paella or ramen, why sourdough tastes different, how a regional cheese is made, pairing tips or seasonal food facts. It's useful content that reinforces your speciality without needing a filming session.
Don't pass off stock images as your food
If a customer books for a dish they saw in a video and gets something different, the disappointment ends in a bad review. Don't use stock or AI-generated images as if they were your food, your dining room or your team. In videos that mention your restaurant, say so in the narration or the caption: "illustrative images".
Watch the script too: no "best in town" unless you can back it up, and if you mention allergens, ingredients or prices, check they match your current menu exactly.
A simple calendar you can keep up
A realistic mix: one or two filmed videos a week with your dishes and team, plus two or three educational videos made with Vaideo about your type of cuisine. Keep the same visual style (Real photo or Documentary) and a shared style hint, such as "warm light, wooden table", so the series is recognisable.
No video guarantees full bookings or going viral. What does help is consistency and replying to comments: educational videos spark questions you can then answer with a real video from your kitchen.
Ready-to-use prompts
“Where Neapolitan pizza comes from and what the traditional recipe calls for, in 50 seconds. Friendly tone, close with a question: "Pineapple: yes or no?"”
The story of an iconic dish that invites comments; no need to show your kitchen.
Use this prompt →“3 mistakes when pairing wine with fish and what to choose instead, in 40 seconds, for non-experts”
Practical advice that shows your expertise without photos of your dishes.
Use this prompt →“Why autumn mushrooms are so prized in cooking and which ones you'll find at the market, 45 seconds. Remind viewers never to forage without expert knowledge”
Seasonal content with the right caution; the Nature style fits.
Use this prompt →Format
9:16
Length
30-60 s
Visual style
Real photo or Documentary; Vintage/Sepia for dish histories
Voice
AI voice in English or Spanish (handy for tourist audiences)
Recommended settings
Step by step
- 1
Pick a topic from your cuisine
A dish's origin, a seasonal ingredient or a pairing tip.
- 2
Write the prompt
Topic, tone, length and a closing question to invite comments.
- 3
Format and style
9:16 for Reels and TikTok, Real photo or Documentary style and a shared style hint.
- 4
Check facts and images
Check ingredients and facts; replace images that could be mistaken for your dishes.
- 5
Publish and combine
Download the MP4 and alternate these with videos filmed in your restaurant.
Tips that make the difference
- ★Use Vaideo for educational content and your phone for your real dishes.
- ★Add "illustrative images" when a video mentions your restaurant.
- ★Check allergens, ingredients and prices against your current menu.
- ★If you get tourists, make a Spanish-narrated version too.
- ★End with a question: comments give you ideas for the next video.
Manual vs Vaideo
| Manual | Vaideo | |
|---|---|---|
| Shows your real dishes | Yes, filmed in your restaurant | No; illustrative free or AI images |
| Time per video | Film around service hours and edit | A few minutes plus review |
| Narration and captions | Your voice and captions by hand or with an app | AI voice and automatic animated captions |
| Best use | Daily special, venue, team | Dish stories, food facts, tips |
Frequently asked questions
Can I upload photos of my dishes?+
No. Vaideo uses free-library or AI-generated images, which you can replace scene by scene. To show your real dishes, film them on your phone.
Can I use AI images as if they were my food?+
You shouldn't: it misleads customers and tends to end in bad reviews. Use them to illustrate general topics and say they're illustrative.
Will these videos fill my restaurant?+
That can't be guaranteed. They help keep your feeds active and show your speciality; bookings depend on your food, location, price and reviews.
Can I add music?+
Vaideo doesn't add music. You can add your own royalty-free track in Vaideo Editor (free) or pick one in Instagram or TikTok when posting; on business accounts, use each platform's commercially licensed music.
Can I make videos in Spanish for Spanish-speaking visitors?+
Yes, Vaideo narrates in English and Spanish, with one natural AI voice per language.
Which format should I use for Instagram and TikTok?+
Vertical 9:16, which works for Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts alike. Vaideo doesn't produce a square format.
How much does it cost?+
Free: 1 video a day up to 30 s in 720p, watermarked. One-time packs that never expire (5 videos for €5, 15 for €12, 40 for €25): each video up to 5 min in 1080p with no watermark. Unlimited (€39/month): unlimited videos (fair use) up to 10 min, no queue, with direct YouTube upload and AutoPilot. Cancel any time.
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