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Celebrating Culinary Traditions of Southern Appalachia

Modern Restaurant Management

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar released a micro documentary “A Journey Through Appalachia,” which celebrates the unique ingredients, techniques and culinary traditions of southern Appalachia. The video follows Tupelo Honey’s four-time James Beard Award semifinalist Executive Chef Eric Gabrynowicz on a week-long exploration of this rich food culture, “Appalachian culture has shaped our food in so many ways, and this is our way to pay homage to our roots,” sa

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Easy Ice Closes 8th Add-On of 2024

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Despite its expertise on the cold side, Easy Ice has a hot streak going. In August, the provider of managed commercial ice machine rentals kept it going, making its eighth acquisition of the year. Its addition of Illinois’ High Standard Icemakers, established in 1991, will expand Easy Ice’s presence in Illinois and Wisconsin and add an inventory consisting mostly of Manitowoc ice machines.

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Emotion-Based Ad Targeting in QSR Environment

Modern Restaurant Management

Artificial Intelligence is not normally associated with emotion, but PMG recently partnered with Wurl to use their AI-powered emotion targeting to align their clients' QSR ads with content that conveyed emotions related to hunger and cravings. The result: PMG found was a 40 percent increase in incremental store visits and 48 percent lift in incremental sales.

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General Parts Announces August Acquisition

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Earlier this month, Bloomington, Minn.-based General Parts acquired Des Moines, Iowa-based Goodwin Tucker. Now, with both companies as part of the Unlimited Service Group, General Parts says the acquisition “strengthens our collective mission to deliver best-in-class service through superior technical skill and innovative technology.

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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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High Altitude 173-Key Indigo Branded Resort Opens in Oman

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts is preparing to launch the Hotel Indigo Cabal Akhdar Resort & Spa on Jebel Akhdar in Oman, marking its debut resort in the region. Situated at an altitude of 2,000 meters, the resort offers breathtaking views of the valleys cascading down from the Green Mountain, also known as Jebel Akhdar.

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Banyan Group Debuts Banyan Tree Brand in Japan With Grand Opening of Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Hospitality Net

Banyan Group proudly announces the debut of its flagship Banyan Tree brand in Japan with the grand opening of Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto in the heart of Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama Ward. With 52 luxurious guest rooms, the renowned Banyan Tree Spa, the natural Onsen, and two distinctive dining experiences, the intimate retreat is the only hotel in Kyoto with a Noh stage.

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Coffee that cares: George Mason U’s new sustainable project goes beyond reusable mugs

FoodService Director

But actually, the mugs are really cute. Mason Dining’s Sip Sip Club is a coffee and tea loyalty program-meets sustainability solution.

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Gustaffo Digital Service GmbH partners with IntiCo Corp to Revolutionize Reservation Management with Advanced AI and Omnichannel Communication

Hospitality Net

Gustaffo, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with IntiCo Corp, a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence and omnichannel technology. This collaboration aims to transform the way hotels manage reservations, enhancing guest interactions and driving conversion rates through the integration of advanced AI and omnichannel communications.

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Cornell dining workers go on strike as students return to campus

FoodService Director

The workers, which are represented by United Auto Workers (UAW) 2300, are asking for a salary increase.

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Hyatt to Acquire Standard International and its Iconic Hotel Brands, The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels, Expanding Its Leading Position in Lifestyle Hospitality

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the planned acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of pioneering lifestyle company Standard International, parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands. This move enhances Hyatt’s position as the leader in the industry’s premier lifestyle space, building on both its organic growth and a series of acquisitions that quintupled the number of lifestyle rooms in Hyatt’s global portfolio between 2017 and 2023.

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Study: Illinois Fish Contaminated With Concerning PFAS Levels

Food Safety Magazine

A recent study found the widespread presence of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the tissues of fish sourced from various Illinois water bodies.

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Navigating the Modern Hotel Property Management Landscape: A Must-Read for Hotel Executives

Hospitality Net

In the hospitality industry, the objective is to thrive, not merely survive. It’s essential to spot the warning signs of an outdated property management system, make timely adjustments, and know when it’s time to upgrade to a solution that better aligns with your business goals. As Charles Darwin said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives.

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Owego Donut & Beer Co. Offers Unique Experience Pairing Self-Pour Tap Wall with Homemade Donuts

Fast Casual

By harnessing self-pour technology, Owego Donut & Beer Co. has created a vibrant dining environment that resonates with locals and visitors, making it a standout venue in town. Learn how by downloading the case study today!

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HSMAI Collaborates with Dorothy Dowling and Milestone Inc. to Launch eBook on Digital Marketing Trends for Hospitality Leaders

Hospitality Net

The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is pleased to announce the release of a new eBook, created in collaboration with Milestone Inc. and Dorothy Dowling, former chief marketing officer of Best Western Hotels and special advisor to the HSMAI Foundation. Titled "Top Digital Trends for Hospitality C-Suite to Future Proof Your Digital Footprint," this eBook provides hospitality executives with crucial insights into the latest digital marketing trends that are poised to

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Why Americans Choose Products Made in the USA

the CAMBRO blog

Since 1951, Cambro has been a proud American manufacturing company. Today, more than 70 years later, we still make our products in California and, more recently, North Carolina, fulfilling 99% of North American orders. Oftentimes, you read about the reasons Americans prefer to buy products Made in the USA without hearing from anybody specific. We reached out to our Instagram followers to learn why they value and prefer to purchase American-made products.

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Summer Olympics drove Paris room rates to all-time highs

Hospitality Net

The Summer Olympic Games drove Paris hotel average daily rate (ADR) to an all-time high, according to data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

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Top 5 Takeaways On Today’s Snacking Scene

FoodInsight

Snacking is simultaneously popular and verboten. While snacking often gets a bad rap, both adults and children end up consuming a large portion of their daily nutrition from snacks, not just from regular meals. In fact, the meal occasion is declining among some groups, namely adolescents, and overall, the number of total daily eating occasions is on the rise.

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La Zambra Resort: The Celebrity Hideaway on the Costa del Sol

Hospitality Net

There was a time when Lady Di decided to escape the royal life and seek refuge in a legendary resort on the Costa del Sol, where she often spent long summer vacations. Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones were also frequent guests, and in one of the rooms, Joaquin Sabina was fine-tuning the details of his album "Hôtel Dulce Hotel." Among the many remarkable places, only one could bring together all these celebrities in a magical setting, nestled in the white villages of Mijas.

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POWER UP Students with REAL Food

Thomas Cuisine

8 Superpowers Your Students Gain & Nutrition Tips for Boosting Performance in School Boost Student IQ and Performance with a Nutritious Diet Boost IQ by up to 5 points with a healthy diet. Nutritious Foods: Fatty Fish (e.g., salmon, trout): Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health. Blueberries: High in antioxidants that support brain function.

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The Group Sales Trifecta: Cost Savings, Revenue Generation, and Operational Efficiency to Boost Bottom Line

Hospitality Net

When it comes to optimizing your hotel’s sales and catering operations, real-world examples speak volumes about the efficacy of advanced technological solutions. Take it from a Senior Director of Sales at a leading national hotel management and consulting company, who has hands-on experience with the capabilities and advantages offered by SalesAndCatering.com solutions.

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New Food Safety Solution from Antares Vision Group Enables Traceability, Ensures FSMA Compliance

Food Safety Magazine

Antares Vision Group has launched its new Food Safety Solution, a cloud-based platform designed to ensure regulatory compliance, precision traceability, and supply chain transparency for food and beverage companies.

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Onto The Hill, Into a New Chapter: My LAS/Hotels on the Hill Experience

Hospitality Net

This was the main thought I had when looking to attend AH&LA’s Legislative Action Summit in DC (Hyatt Regency at Capitol Hill). It came at a time when I had left the hotel industry, wondering if I had hit my ceiling and didn’t know my path forward. I enjoyed working in hotels but told myself I’d try food and beverage in other avenues, to see if there was something I enjoyed.

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SIAL Paris Launches SIAL SUMMITS and their first CSR Award “SIAL For Change”illustrating their ongoing “Own the Change” theme

FMT Magazine

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is central to SIAL Paris‘ mission, and it influences every aspect of SIAL’s actions, from SIAL Talks and competitions to the experiences at the show. SIAL’s goal is to address future environmental and food challenges with unwavering determination. Transparency is fundamental to SIAL’s approach, along with the positive impact they aim to create on their ecosystems.

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The Hospitality Show Announces 2024 Sustainability Programming, Initiatives

Hospitality Net

The Hospitality Show, the industry’s leading technology and operations event produced by Questex and The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), announced a slate of sustainability programming and initiatives for this year’s event, including the co-location of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s Autumn Summit at The Show, which will be held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 28-30, 2024, at the Henry B.

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Canadian Distributor Looks To Speed Up Repairs

Foodservice Equipment Reports

TFI Canada is turning to live video and augmented reality to quicken customers’ equipment repairs and lower its operational expenses. With the new software, TFI texts the customer a link that lets TFI access their smartphone camera, capturing images and video that help with equipment diagnosis.

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AAHOA Celebrates GSA’s Decision to Raise Per Diem Rates for Federal Travelers as a Victory for Hoteliers

Hospitality Net

AAHOA commends the U.S. General Services Administration’s recent decision to raise the per diem lodging and meal rates for federal employees. This move represents a win for the hotel industry and the 20,000 AAHOA Members who own and operate more than 60% of the nation’s hotels.

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Agilysys Announces Strategic Acquisition of Book4Time, a Spa Management SaaS Solution Leader

Hospitality Net

Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of hospitality software solutions and services, today announced it has acquired Book4Time, Inc., the global leader in spa management SaaS software, serving more Forbes 5-Star-rated spas than any other solution. As the top enterprise SaaS technology for wellness hospitality organizations, Book4Time manages guest experiences at spas, international hotels, resorts, casinos, golf and private member clubs in more than 100 countries.

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Shiji and FreedomPay announce partnership to transform Mexican hospitality payment solutions

Hospitality Net

ATLANTA, Georgia, United States, August 21, 2024 - Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, and FreedomPay, a leading provider of secure commerce technology, have announced a partnership that marks a significant expansion into the Mexican market. This partnership underscores Shiji and FreedomPay’s commitment to improving staff and guest experiences in the hospitality businesses across Latin America, aligning with the industry’s shift towards smoother payments and payment management.

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Navigating the Modern Hotel Property Management Landscape: A Must-Read for Hotel Executives

Hospitality Net

In the hospitality industry, the objective is to thrive, not merely survive. It’s essential to spot the warning signs of an outdated property management system, make timely adjustments, and know when it’s time to upgrade to a solution that better aligns with your business goals. As Charles Darwin said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives.

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Kabannas surpasses industry average conversion rates 90x with HiJiffy automation.

Hospitality Net

This case study explores the journey of a UK hotel group, Kabannas, implementing HiJiffy’s conversational AI across its guest journey. This has led to fantastic results, especially when it comes to automating answering incoming queries and boosting the conversation rate of upselling with Oaky. This publication is based on HiJiffy’s first-party data and insights from Louise Garner, the Commercial Director at Kabannas, who is quoted throughout.

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