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Mrs. Kirkman’s cheese confirmed as link in 36 E. coli O145 illnesses in the UK

Bill Marler

According to Food Safety News, the outbreak strain has been found at a farm that supplied the milk used to make Mrs Kirkham’s unpasteurized cheese, which was linked to an E. coli outbreak in the UK. In total, 36 confirmed and one probable Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O145 infections have been reported, with 29 in England and eight in Scotland since late July 2023, with most falling ill in November.

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FDA warns juice company in California about various regulatory violations

Food Safety News

As part of its enforcement activities, the Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or months after they are sent. Business owners have 15 days to respond to FDA warning letters. Warning letters often are not issued until a company has been given months to years to correct problems.

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Delivering a Positive Memorable Guest Experience in the Hospitality Industry: The Role of Technology

Hospitality Net

In the ever-evolving hospitality industry landscape, the quest to deliver a memorable guest experience has become the cornerstone of success. As a consultant with years of experience in this dynamic sector, I’ve observed a pivotal shift towards integrating technology to enhance guest satisfaction. However, it’s crucial to distinguish between just delivering a memorable experience and delivering a positive, memorable experience, especially when deploying technology.

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WHO to create Alliance for Food Safety

Food Safety News

The World Health Organization (WHO) is to create a network to help countries with surveillance of foodborne diseases. The first meeting of the WHO Alliance for Food Safety is scheduled in Geneva, Switzerland, in May with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Division of Foodborne, Waterborne, and Environmental Disease (DFWED).

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

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.

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Guest satisfaction and how its related to F&B culinary arts

Hospitality Net

Guest satisfaction within food and beverage and culinary is intricately linked to the overall dining experience, encompassing elements such as food quality, service, ambiance, and the influence of social media. Positive online reviews and engaging content can heighten satisfaction, while negative feedback may tarnish a restaurant’s reputation. Upholding exemplary culinary standards and maintaining a strong online presence are pivotal in the intersection of food and beverage and culinary arts dep

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223. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 223 – Enhancing Your Hospitality Game: Key Takeaways from a Discussion with Scot Turner on Hotel Restaurants, Technology, and Creating Memorable Experiences

The Restaurant Technology Guys

In a world increasingly dominated by technology and digital conveniences, crafting a memorable guest experience is paramount in every industry – but perhaps no more so than in hospitality. This was the central theme of a captivating discussion between Scot Turner, founder of Auden Hospitality, and Jeremy Julian, host of the Restaurant Technology Guys podcast.

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Pests in the Kitchen

Food Safety Guru

Tip of the Week We recommend you have a Pest control contract in place with regular visits. Here are our tips on daily managing of pest problems Daily Pest Management – Store all foods off the floor Store any opened or fresh produce in plastic lidded containers. At the end of every day, clean down all worksurfaces and sweep the floor thoroughly, paying attention to sweeping under equipment Remove all rubbish from kitchen daily and place outside in lidded bins Cover all equipment at the end of