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Calling it a critical subject, the James Beard Foundation® launched a campaign focused on tackling the significant impact of climate change on independent restaurants, chefs, and the local economies they support. Through the Climate Solutions for Restaurant Survival campaign, the James Beard Foundation will unite chefs across the country to raise awareness, educate federal policymakers, and galvanize action to mitigate the impacts of climate change. “Independent restaurants are not ju
Another contract cleaning service for the food sector, especially the meat industry, has been caught with child labor violations. The frequency of child labor in the industry surfaced last year when 13 meat plants in eight states contracting with Packers Sanitation Services paid fines totaling $1.5 million for putting children in critical and often dangerous food safety jobs.
Restaurants are constantly busy, which means communication is key to make sure the experience for customers is top of the line. Two-way radios, help restaurant staff communicate more efficiently leading to a better experience for the guests. With fast communication your guests receive the service they deserve each time they enter your establishment in a timely and effective manner.
Radisson RED Belgrade has opened its doors as a new upscale lifestyle hotel, marking the debut of the vibrant Radisson RED brand in Southeast Europe. Located on Takovska Street near the House of the National Assembly, Radisson RED Belgrade offers a unique blend of tradition and contemporary style, following a complete renovation and rebranding of the existing hotel building.
Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.
In the world of foodservice, there’s a silent yet powerful player that spells the difference between being just another option and becoming an unforgettable experience: branding. As restaurants and catering operations strive to carve a niche in an increasingly competitive landscape, the tale of their success often revolves around a carefully crafted identity that resonates with their customers.
Thomas Cuisine Announces Partnership with the Montana Hospital Association (MHA) to support community health and wellness Thomas Cuisine, a leading provider of culinary and hospitality services, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with the Montana Hospital Association (MHA). This collaboration reflects Thomas Cuisine’s commitment to excellence in healthcare dining solutions while supporting local communities in Montana.
Virgin Limited Edition, Sir Richard Branson’s collection of award-winning luxury hotels and retreats, is pleased to announce that its newest addition to the portfolio, Son Bunyola Hotel, and the three luxurious villas on its stunning 1,300-acre estate in Mallorca’s Tramuntana Mountains, are set to re-open on 1st March 2024 and will remain open year-round.
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Virgin Limited Edition, Sir Richard Branson’s collection of award-winning luxury hotels and retreats, is pleased to announce that its newest addition to the portfolio, Son Bunyola Hotel, and the three luxurious villas on its stunning 1,300-acre estate in Mallorca’s Tramuntana Mountains, are set to re-open on 1st March 2024 and will remain open year-round.
When I started this company in 1987, I knew I wanted it to be different. I wanted to disrupt the soggy steam table paradigm in corporate and campus dining and serve authentic, restaurant-quality food cooked by experienced chefs. Intuitively, I knew that this meant seeking out the best possible ingredients, which first led me to local farmers and the foods they grow and raise.
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Flavouring, the key element to all Food What is a flavouring? Flavouring can be found in a wide variety of food and beverage products that we consume daily. Whether it’s ice cream, gin, ready meal, or herbal tea, there is no escaping the presence of flavourings. These flavourings can be labelled differently according to their category such as “flavouring,” “natural flavouring,” “natural peach flavouring,” or “vanilla extract,” but they all se
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As a leading provider of culinary and hospitality services, Thomas Cuisine is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with the Montana Hospital Association (MHA). This collaboration reflects Thomas Cuisine’s commitment to excellence in healthcare dining solutions while supporting local communities in Montana. The Thomas Cuisine team values innovation and education, and is proud to join hands with the MHA’s Education and Ventures programs to enhance culinary and hospitality standards within
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