Restobiz

JANUARY 23, 2024

However, loyalty programs continue to evolve as consumer preferences change, and 2024 brings a new level of personalization to loyalty as we know it. Studies show […] The post What restaurant loyalty programs look like in 2024 appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 21, 2024

As we head into 2024, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve as interest rates hold the key to employment and the consumer spending fueling the small business economy. In all, we expect 2024 to be a better year for business than 2023 as the Federal Reserve executes the soft landing it has been seeking since this tightening cycle began.

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Restobiz

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As we move through the first quarter of 2024, looking back to the final quarter of last year can give us some insight into restaurant success, consumer spending, and what’s trending this year. While traffic dipped […] The post Will 2024 be easier for operators? appeared first on Restobiz.

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Chef Ann Foundation

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The 2024 Healthy School Food Pathway Fellowship Graduation gathered school food changemakers to celebrate the inaugural cohort of Fellows, connect and share ideas, and build momentum to continue transforming school food together.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. Just as the transition to renewables and electric vehicles has thrived on collaborative efforts, we foresee more collaboration for the cultivated meat industry in 2024.

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Food Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

From new research findings to innovative sustainable dining initiatives, heres a look at 10 sustainability stories from 2024 that resonated with readers.

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Restobiz

APRIL 5, 2024

AI will significantly influence and reshape these sectors, as operators continue to look for ways to streamline restaurant processes and customer interactions, accelerate internal workflows, and […] The post AI is poised to transform the restaurant industry in 2024 appeared first on Restobiz.

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Food Management

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

FoodService Director’s 2024 State of Healthcare survey responses indicated that some operators see sustainability as one of the biggest trends in the healthcare dining industry right now.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2024

A chief reason is due to caution or uncertainty exhibited by conscious consumers, with 48 percent saying they are taking the ‘wait and see’ approach and holding back on spending in 2024. So, what’s the solution?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It’s the perfect time to look back on a few things we learned in 2023 – based on recent survey data from our restaurant partners – as well as what we predict for the industry in 2024. 2024’s Outlook: Positive The restaurant industry is cautiously optimistic as we head into the new year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Ahead of 2024, we will share the all-too-common disasters that can strike restaurants from fires to civil unrest to water damage with pragmatic and proactive tips that can help curb the repercussions. Being in the restaurant industry is hard enough, but you can plan ahead for peace of mind in 2024. This article is not a template.

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Food Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A majority of respondents to FoodService Director’s 2024 State of Healthcare survey said that they are experiencing a staffing shortage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

As the calendar turns towards 2024, the restaurant industry stands at a crossroads, with innovation and adaptation at the heart of its ongoing evolution. This vibrant sector, a cornerstone of the global economy that tantalizes taste buds and fuels job markets, is bracing for transformation that will redefine its future.

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Food Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

In 2024, foodservice provider Aramark saw the sports and entertainment sector leading its growth. The company also noted success in its other segments, driven by volume, pricing and new business, and it reported easing on inflation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This year’s 102nd year of honoring Fire Prevention Week is held from October 6-12 with the theme: Fire Prevention Week 2024 – Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You! The holiday was later cemented by President Coolidge, marking the longest-running public health and safety observance on record.

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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 visionary panel that explored dining away from home included members with specific expertise and interest in restaurant dining and the hospitality industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The year 2024 promises a journey of adaptation and fierce competition for the restaurant industry as it manages stronger-than-expected economic data and slowing inflation while dealing with the headwinds of short labor supply, more demanding customers and an uncertain political environment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

I want to highlight trends in restaurant promotion for 2024. At the beginning of the year, we like talking about trends. They seem like anchors for the new year. Trends create frameworks to understand where to start and what to focus on.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

So, what can the QSR industry expect in 2024? Quick-service restaurants (QSRs) rode the wave of unprecedented consumer behavior shifts and the successes and challenges it brought along. Looking back at last quarter’s performance suggests the glass is proverbially half full. The operative word, however, may be “half.”

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Food Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The last 12 months have been a wild ride of flavor, fusion and fun when it comes to the recipes shared in the weekly Recipe Report. Here are a few gems you may have missed.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Paris, 03 October 2024: École Ducasse is proud to announce that it has been awarded both the World’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 and Europe’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 by the prestigious World Culinary Awards for the second year in a row.

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Food Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Check out these ideas from fellow onsite operators to help with labor, menus and more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 20, 2024

Scaling and Attracting Investors To effectively scale a multi-unit restaurant business in 2024, courting investors is often necessary. From attracting investors to prioritizing repeatable unit economics, there has never been a more crucial time to be disciplined during the growth phase of building a restaurant.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Ho Chi Minh City, December 20, 2024 After six months of preparation, HOTLIST 2024, one of Vietnams most prestigious events in the tourism industry, concluded with resounding success at Hotel Nikko Saigon on December 18th.

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Food Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

From birria to Blue Zones to boba and other moneymaking menu trends, our readers were ravenous for these culinary topics over the past 12 months.

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Chef Ann Foundation

JANUARY 16, 2025

Chef Ann Foundation CEO Mara Fleishman shares what inspired her from the organization's work in 2024, and the bold goals she's looking forward to pursuing in 2025.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 12, 2025

2024 was the year of globetrotting with guests adventuring to international locales and seeking out experiential listings, capturing their one-of-a-kind stays on TikTok. Some of the most loved TikToks of the past year highlighted unique listings with eccentric architecture and distinctive amenities in off-the-beaten-path destinations.

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Food Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Ryan Hickey, a Sodexo executive chef at the University of Vermont, is the U.S. finalist for Sodexo’s Cook for Change competition. Here’s a look at what inspired his winning dish and how he considers sustainability in the kitchen.

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Bill Marler

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Illnesses started on dates ranging from October 18, 2023, to January 29, 2024. Here we go again: Organic Pastures Dairy Company (OPDC) & Raw Farm Recalls and Outbreaks 2006-202 4 Started OPDC in 2000 – Changed name to Raw Farm LLC in 2020 I will always remember this kid I represented in the 2006 E.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Our 2024 Deloitte holiday travel survey found that just under half of Americans plan to travel between Thanksgiving and mid-January, with 19% visiting friends and relatives only, and 30% planning to stay in paid lodging. On the surface, this year’s holiday travel season looks a lot like 2023.

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Food Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Here's a look at some of FoodService Director's most popular K-12 stories of the past 12 months.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

September 2024 had one less weekend (Friday & Saturday) and an extra Sunday and Monday when compared to 2023. RevPAR decreased 1.3% year over year (YoY) in September following a robust August which followed a lackluster July. The primary reason for the decline was the change in the calendar composition of the month.

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

economic growth improved during 2Q-2024 with Real GDP having risen 2.8%, well above the 1.4% increase achieved in 1Q-2024. RevPAR change during 1Q-2024. A strong U.S. economy fueled a national 2.5% RevPAR increase, an acceleration from the 0.0%

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, which will be held September 16-17 at the picturesque Westlake Village Inn in Westlake Village, California.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Accessibility in digital menus is no longer optional – it’s a legal requirement in 2024 under the ADA. Related video from YouTube 2024 Accessibility Standards for Digital Menus The 2024 updates focus on making digital menus more inclusive and easier to use. adults with disabilities. These standards align with WCAG 2.1

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In the week ending 19 October 2024, U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) advanced 4.2% growth in average daily rate (ADR) and a 1.1 percentage point (ppt) increase in occupancy.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 30, 2024

With direct bookings becoming a critical focus for hotel chains worldwide, h2c, a leading consultancy in the hospitality industry, has released its 2024 Global Hotel Direct Booking Acceleration Study.

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