FDA Food Recalls 2023: Insights on the Food & Beverage Category
FoodDocs
JUNE 7, 2024
We analyzed the 2023 FDA food recalls in the Food & Beverage category and broke down the most common recall reasons, recall frequency patterns, and more.
2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. In 2023, we can anticipate businesses really focusing in on value and doing what they can to attract and retain both employees and guests. For part one, click here.
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Understanding Legality of Non-Alcoholic and Cannabis-Infused Beverage Trends
Modern Restaurant Management
JULY 29, 2024
There has been a lot of fluidity in the beverage sphere over the past few years with the rise of mocktails and other nonalcoholic experience. In 2023, off-premise sales of non-alcoholic beer, wine, and spirits topped $565 million, according to NielsenIQ, which was a 35-percent increase in dollar sales from the prior year.
2023 Reflections: The Year That Was in Restaurants, Part Two
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 20, 2023
In 2023, the restaurant industry faced several challenges and made some missteps along the way. As with most other industries, the biggest talking point for restaurants in 2023 has been artificial intelligence. Co-founder, Carbonate Looking back at 2023, I witnessed a significant shift in how restaurants approach loyalty programs.
2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part One
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 21, 2022
Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. – Chris Adams, VP of Strategy, Oracle Food and Beverage. "As That said, staffing will continue to be an obstacle for the restaurant industry in 2023.
Listeria, Salmonella Represent 40 Percent of FDA Food and Beverage Recalls in Last 20 Years
Food Safety Magazine
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food product recall data from 2002 –2023, drawing conclusions from more than 35,000 product recalls. A recent study has analyzed U.S.
Agrifoodtech Startup Investment Drops 50%, Ron Desantis and Florida Turn on Cultivated Meat + More
Food + Tech Connect
MARCH 13, 2024
Agrifoodtech startups faced a significant setback in 2023 as their investment share plummeted by 50%, comprising only 5.5% of Global VC Dollars – AFN In 2023, agrifoodtech represented just 5.5% of VC dollars across all sectors in 2023 compared to 6.7% Here are some of this week’s top headlines. in 2022 and 7.6%
How F&B Companies Can Mitigate Some of the Industry’s Biggest Risks
Modern Restaurant Management
JANUARY 23, 2024
Already one of the largest sectors of the global economy, the food and beverage industry shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to the Business Research Company’s 2023 Food and Beverages Global Market Report, the global industry’s market size grew over 7.3 billion in 2023 in one year alone.
Exploring Food Culture
Modern Restaurant Management
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
" Conversations Behind the Kitchen Door: 50 American Chefs Chart Today’s Food Culture " by Emmanuel Laroche offers insights from leading chefs and readers will walk away with advice and inspiration from noted chefs, restaurant owners, bartenders, and industry leaders, all of whom have shared their stories in their own words.
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2023 Reflections: The Year That Was in Restaurants, Part Three
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 21, 2023
BrewLogix sees consumers of craft beverages moving from a “consumption creates the experience” mindset to an “experience creates consumption” mindset. Craft beverage consumers have evolved. They look for experiences that include craft beverages rather than viewing consumption as the end game.
Plunging Food Startup VC Funding + More Top Food Innovation News
Food + Tech Connect
JUNE 6, 2023
Image Credit: Meati Foods Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. VC funding for the food and beverage industry is facing a steep decline. Here are some of this week’s top headlines.
Ingredient Innovations in 2023: What’s New in Our Food?
FoodInsight
JULY 27, 2023
Many of us like to sample new foods we come across in the grocery store—why not try an exciting, even innovative product we may have heard about from a friend, family member, or social media? These labels can tell us where our food was made, give nutrition information, and provide detailed ingredient lists.
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The Rise of Global Fusion on QSR Menus
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 10, 2024
Eighty three percent of Gen Z is excited for new food and beverage trends with 25 percent expecting to dine out more this year, according to a recent Datassential report. This is coupled with the global ethnic food market projected to grow by approximately eight percent from 2023 to 2023.
€30 Million Worth of Illicit Food Products Seized in EU, Many Relabeled Expired Goods
Food Safety Magazine
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Europol has drawn attention to an increasing trend of food fraudsters relabeling expired goods after operation OPSON Europe—a Europol-INTERPOL joint operation targeting fake and substandard food and beverages—found relabeled expired products at an “unprecedented scale.”
Clostridium Perfringens Linked to BBQ
Bill Marler
JANUARY 17, 2024
An outbreak of likely Clostridium perfringens was investigated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Jefferson County Public Health starting on August 22, 2023. That day, a school nurse at Evergreen County Day School reported 40 or so illnesses following a school event on August 21, 2023.
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Technology in the Food Chain: Insights from the IFT 2023 Traceability Challenge Report
Food Safety Tech
AUGUST 28, 2023
I n a report released in May of 2023, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) offered an encouraging and attainable outlook for cooperative and effective functionality throughout the global food supply chain. Traceability Challenges in a Global Food Supply Chain Traceability is a common goal in all industries.
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Perfect Day Raises $90M, How TikTok Became a Kingmaker of Brands for Gen Z + More
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JANUARY 8, 2024
In other news, we’ve wrapped the first season of our podcast in partnership with AgFunder: New Food Order, a nuanced investigation into the business of tackling our climate and social crises through food and agriculture. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. Our newsletter takes a lot of time and resources to produce.
James Beard Foundation Releases 2023 Annual Industry Report
Total Food Service
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Independent restaurant owners and operators report lower profits amid an increase in business The James Beard Foundation ® recently announced the findings of its 2023 Annual Industry Report , providing a data-driven look at the current state of the independent restaurant industry. While diners are paying more, chefs are making less.
State of the Industry and More Restaurant Research
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 3, 2023
In a State of the Restaurant industry report, the Natiional Restaurant Association sees a return to normal with predicted sales growth in 2023. million by the end of 2023. Rising costs create challenges : 92 percent of operators say the cost of food is a significant issue for their restaurant.
China’s Love for Durian Leads to Imports and Innovation in Food & Beverage Sector
FMT Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2025
Durian is becoming popular among Chinese citizens, which is also shaping the food and beverage sector of their area. Lots of durian was imported in China alone in 2023. Durian-flavoured snacks, desserts, and beverage products are being produced by many companies. This is a global opportunity within the sector.
Dining Trends for 2024
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 18, 2024
Experiential dining, plant-based menus and sustainability were hot topics in the Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) 2023 Trends Report. The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice.
Meyer Jabara Hotels Partners with IMI Agency to Offer Expanded Beverage Program
Hospitality Net
JULY 11, 2023
July 12, 2023 ] — A proven industry leader in hotel food and beverage operations for more than 45 years, Meyer Jabara Hotels announced a new partnership with IMI Agency to roll out a cutting-edge beverage program at every one of the company’s full-service hotels, and every property equipped with a restaurant, lounge, or banquet hall.
Voyage Foods: Innovating the Future of Food with Sustainable Solutions
Forward Fooding
AUGUST 7, 2024
Thanks to their groundbreaking approach to food technology, Voyage Foods is making our favorite chocolate and nut spread more delicious and better for the planet. Forward Fooding: How would you explain your job to someone outside FoodTech/ Agtech? How will this impact the future trajectory of Voyage Foods? Adam: Thanks!
2023 Reflections: The Year That Was in Restaurants, Part One
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 19, 2023
– Frances Allen, President and CEO, Checkers Brand loyalty took priority in 2023. – Matt Eisenacher, Chief Brand Officer at First Watch Digital transformation continued to dominate 2023. In 2023, we experienced unprecedented shifts in consumer behavior amidst broader macroeconomic conditions like inflation.
Number of Cooks and Chefs Employed in the U.S. Reaches All-Time High
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 31, 2023
has reaches an all-time high, according to a Chef's Pencil's report based on the latest Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics at the end of April 2023. Employment of fast food and counter workers was down 17 percent compared to 2019. Earning on average $13.53
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Novolyze Appoints New Board Member, Nabs Most Innovative Food Safety and Quality Software Award
Food Safety Tech
JANUARY 16, 2024
Novolyze, developer of food safety and quality digitalization technology and solutions, was recognized as the Most Innovative Food Safety and Quality Software Company of 2023 by New World Report ’s Software and Technology Awards. I am confident that my experience will help Novolyze achieve its ambitious goals.”
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Bar and Restaurant Trends in 2024 That Can Help Your Business Grow
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JANUARY 18, 2024
There’s no denying it, 2023 was a difficult year for restaurants and bars. Consumer spending slowed down, interest rates were much higher than the previous few years, the costs of food and beverage stock increased , and staff were difficult to both find and retain.
2022: A Year of Transition for Restaurants
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
More than half of restaurant operators said it would be a year or more before businesses conditions return to normal with food, labor, and occupancy costs are expected to remain elevated, and continue to impact restaurant profit margins in 2022, according to the National Restaurant Association's 2022 State of the Restaurant Industry report.
Quick Facts About the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Process
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 6, 2021
The RRF will provide tax-free grants for food and beverage venues that lost revenues in 2020. Eligible establishments include restaurants, food trucks, bars, breweries, wineries, and bakeries. Eligible establishments have until March 11, 2023, to use the funds on qualified expenses. Business food and beverage expenses.
Managing Food Safety Testing and Sanitation Data Should Be Easier
Food Safety Tech
MAY 8, 2024
On three recent occasions, I have talked with food safety leadership at mid- to large-sized processors about their food safety testing and sanitation programs. In the food and beverage manufacturing and processing industry, resistance has remained very strong within Food Safety & Quality functions.
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Eat, Drink and Be Merry: Properly Prepping Your Bar for the Holiday Rush
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The holidays bring an increase in beverage inventory, particularly kegged inventory for bars and restaurants centered around draft programs. Forecasting weekly ordering now becomes critical as you don’t want to run out of a well-performing holiday stout, or on the flipside, carry over a Christmas beer into 2023.
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Feeding Gen Z: The Rise of Authenticity in F&B
Modern Restaurant Management
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
But it’s not because they want the best option, they are looking for the most authentic food. As Merriam-Webster's word of the year for 2023, authenticity is proving to be something that people of all generations search for now more than ever. Gen Z demands transparency and ethical practices in the food industry.
Filtration and Separation: Key Technologies in Food and Beverages
FMT Magazine
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Whether food or beverages: filtration processes are indispensable in production for high-quality products with a convincing taste and sensory appeal. Filtration and separation are indispensable processes in the food and beverage industry. Among them is Donaldson Filtration Solutions (Hall 7, Stand P36).
MRM Research Roundup: Top F&B Trends to Watch
Modern Restaurant Management
DECEMBER 28, 2023
A Decade of DoorDash DoorDash celebrated its 10th anniversary by unveiling Dash From the Past 2023 and Dash From the Past: A Decade Delivered, which checks in on popular trends as we celebrate the best of what users have dashed over the past year, and over the past decade. Like the most ordered food on DoorDash of all time: French fries.
What’s on the Menu? — January 6, 2023
Modern Restaurant Management
JANUARY 6, 2023
Sweetgreen launched Green January, an opportunity for customers to jumpstart a healthy routine in the new year through real, fresh food. The golden beverages are a top selling Peet's offering each winter. White Castle is kicking off 2023 with a flurry of specials and deals designed to keep Cravers’ stomachs and wallets, full.
From EHL to entrepreneurship: Transforming China’s cocktail scene
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 19, 2024
They also run one of China’s top Food & Beverage (F&B) consultancy firms and have received major accolades, with their bar named Mainland China’s best in both 2023 and 2024. Since opening their first bar in 2016, they have launched several new venues across Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Sculpture Hospitality Once Again Named in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500®
Sculpture Hospitality
JANUARY 18, 2023
12, 2023 /CNW/ - For the 7th time since 2013, Sculpture Hospitality, the leading pioneer in the food and beverage inventory management industry, has once again been named one of the top 500 franchises in North America , ranking #384 in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500®, increasing its overall ranking by 40 spots since 2022.
FDA Moves to Revoke Use of Brominated Vegetable Oil in Food
Food Safety Tech
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
3 as food additives, the FDA has announced its proposal to revoke the regulation authorizing the use of BVO in food. Food companies are currently allowed to use BVO, a vegetable oil that is modified with bromine, in small amounts to keep the citrus flavoring from floating to the top in some beverages.
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Smaller Operation Opson highlights expired food reuse issue
Food Safety News
OCTOBER 11, 2023
A toned-down version of a major operation targeting unsafe food has revealed the growing problem of relabeling expired food. Opson Europe, or Opson XII, was coordinated by Europol and occurred between December 2022 and April 2023. The food quality is poor, but it also presents health hazards, as seen in a canned fish case.
Building Trust In Food & Ingredient Safety In An All Or Nothing World
FoodInsight
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
IFIC has long been an engaged leader and voice of reason in science, media, and stakeholder communications regarding food safety and nutrition. Confidence In The Safety Of The Food Supply Continues To Erode The 2024 IFIC Food & Health Survey brought a disturbing finding to the forefront.
Football stadiums up their food and beverage game for the new season
FoodService Director
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Both NFL and college stadiums are kicking off the 2023 season with new concessions lineups for fans.
Asia’s F&B Landscape: Key Markets to Watch
Hospitality Net
AUGUST 28, 2024
As 2024 progresses, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector in Asia shows signs of steady recovery, offering a glimpse of strategic opportunities for investors and hotel operators. A detailed comparison of profit margins from 2019, 2023, and 2024 year-to-date (YTD) reveals critical trends in key markets across the region.
Green Ambassadors plant new forest: 25hours Hotels put the year 2023 under the topic of sustainability
Hospitality Net
JUNE 9, 2023
New concepts in the food and beverage sector are aimed at increasing regional and organic offerings. Further goals are the reduction of food surpluses and plastic products. More vegetarian and purely plant-based options are also being made available for the guests.
More Mocktails on the Menu
Modern Restaurant Management
MAY 3, 2024
In fact, the market for non-alcoholic alternatives has seen consistent double-digit growth over the last five years and exceeded half a billion dollars in 2023, according to NielsenIQ. Fans and those who enjoy drinking non-alcoholic beverages (23 percent of survey participants) are much more likely to be under 35 years old.*
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