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The Evolution of the Grocerant: How Grocery Stores Are Redefining Dining

FoodLogiQ

The line between grocery stores and restaurants have blurred. Todays consumers expect more than just a place to shop for ingredients; they want a complete dining experience with fresh, high-quality meals ready to eat. Enter the grocerant. A portmanteau of grocery and restaurant, the concept emerged as a trend in the early 2010s and has grown into a mainstream dining concept in the years post-pandemic.

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New study reveals potential treatment option for children with peanut butter allergies and more news you may have missed

Food Management

Check out some news you may have missed this week, including the Liberty University Dining team hosting a speed dating event for students and how the nutrition team at a district in Texas is keeping milk cartons from going in the landfill.

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Brands We Trust Use a New Food Safety Playbook

Food Safety Tech

Today, my daughter-in-law dropped off our five month old granddaughter along with a bottle of Abbott Nutrition’s Similac baby formula to supplement the breast milk she pumps. You may remember three years ago, the Similac brand had a major food safety recall due to Cronobacter sakazakii contamination that killed two babies. My wife raised a proverbial red flag questioning whether to feed our granddaughter that brand of formula.

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UF Researchers Advance Work on Novel Vaccine Method for Non-Typhoidal Salmonella

Food Safety Magazine

A rodent study using real-world non-typhoidal Salmonella strains, conducted by University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) researchers, has shown the potential of a developing vaccine that is based in a novel, nontraditional delivery method.

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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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Revolutionizing Kiosk Maintenance: Setting the Standard for Being Successful in the Kiosk Industry!

Fast Casual

Discover market disrupting leadership driving the kiosk service and support industry, equip your business with the critical armor for service success, and learn how proactive strategies assist reaching new heights in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Brand Marketing for Hotels: How should we define it?

Hospitality Net

Brand marketing in hotels is a slippery concept. Performance marketing? Thats clearGoogle Ads, metasearch campaigns, retargeting, cost-per-click strategies. Its a numbers game, a direct response approach where you invest a dollar and expect ten back. But brand marketing? Thats a whole different beast.

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Personal AI Agents and the Hospitality Industry: Are Hoteliers Ready?

Hospitality Net

In the wake of Google CEO Sundar Pichais recent assertion that their upcoming Gemini AI aims to become a universal AI agent useful in everyday life, hoteliers are asking a pivotal question: How can they prepare for personal AI agents that promise to transform the travel and hospitality landscape? Industry experts in Hospitality Nets World Panel foresee AI-driven agents that autonomously research, plan, and book tripspotentially changing the distribution game, altering the role of OTAs, and openi

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Hospitalizations, Deaths Caused by Foodborne Illnesses More Than Doubled in 2024

Food Safety Magazine

According to the U.S. Public Interest Research Groups (PIRGs) Food for Thought 2025 report, hospitalizations and deaths linked to foodborne illnesses doubled in 2024. Illnesses also increased, 98 percent of which were attributed to just 13 outbreaks. The number of USDA and FDA recalls decreased by 5 percent.

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Mandarin Oriental Strengthens Its Mainland China Portfolio With A New Suzhou Property

Hospitality Net

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new luxury hotel in Suzhou, China, scheduled to open in 2026. This property will complement the Groups growing portfolio in the Yangtze River Delta. Suzhou is historically and culturally one of Chinas most important ancient cities and a leading centre of tourism, culture, science, and education.

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Modulite: An Elegant Outdoor Buffet Display Table Tailored for Country Clubs

Rosseto

Modulite is an innovative indoor or outdoor buffet display table system that allows you to bring the vibrant atmosphere you dreamed of to your banquet hall or outdoor event. You can use Modulite to design a bustling market display or a live food stationhowever you set them up, they promise to impress your guests and make your staff’s work easier.

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Regulatory Changes Impacting Your Food Safety Program, Part 2—What Should USDA's Priorities Be?

Food Safety Magazine

Based on survey responses from food processors, part 2 of this column series explores industry perspectives on USDA's changing regulatory approach to Salmonella in raw poultry products and how it may affect processors' operations. The article also delves into processors' top priorities for their food safety programs in 2025.

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Restaurant recipe software that saves time, money and talent

Kitchen CUT

Complete restaurant recipe software that's built for the modern-day F&B business - removing the burden of managing back-of-house processes. The post Restaurant recipe software that saves time, money and talent appeared first on Kitchen Cut.

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Nobu Hospitality Announces New Hotel Openings for 2025

Hospitality Net

Nobu Hospitality has announced the continued expansion of its global footprint in 2025 from the highly-anticipated Nobu Hotel Toronto, perched above the historic Pilkington Glass Factory, to the brands first foray into Italy, with Nobu Hotel Roma, set on the iconic Via Veneto. Other locations include Al Khobar and New Orleans, which join the 41 Nobu hotels open and in development globally.

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bioMérieux’s GENE-UP TYPER Combines PCR Assay, Machine Learning to Identify Root Causes of Pathogen Contamination

Food Safety Magazine

The new GENE-UP TYPER solution from bioMrieux combines a PCR pathogen detection assay with a machine learning-based web application, facilitating root cause analysis of contamination incidents in the food industry.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection, in San Francisco

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is proud to welcome Hotel Spero to Vignette Collection, a family of one-of-a-kind hotels in destinations to remember. Perched just steps from San Franciscos iconic Union Square and the Theater District, this latest addition to IHGs fast growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, owned by an affiliate of Fairwood Capital and operated by Aperture Hotels, marks the brands first hotel to open on the West Coast.

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MRM Research Roundup: Valentine’s Day Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

This Valentine's Day edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features dining and gifting trends including the importance of experience. Last Year, By the Numbers Whether you're celebrating a romantic evening out or opting for a cozy night in, one thing is clear—Valentine’s Day is big business for restaurants as diners splurge on premium meals, wine and desserts.

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Hyatt Reports Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2024 Results

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation ("Hyatt," "the Company," "we," "us," or "our") (NYSE: H) today reported fourth quarter and full year 2024 results.

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Modulite: An Elegant Outdoor Buffet Display Table Tailored for Country Clubs

Rosseto

Modulite is an innovative indoor or outdoor buffet display table system that allows you to bring the vibrant atmosphere you dreamed of to your banquet hall or outdoor event. You can use Modulite to design a bustling market display or a live food stationhowever you set them up, they promise to impress your guests and make your staff’s work easier.

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Announces Comprehensive, Property-Wide Renovation for 2025-2026

Hospitality Net

The Iconic Hotel Begins Transforming its Guest Rooms and Suites, Expansive Meeting Spaces, Multiple Dining Venues, as well as Recreation Areas.

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Top 10 Most Loved Cambro Instagram Reels

the CAMBRO blog

We have built a loyal following on Instagram by showcasing the durability, innovation and fun that Cambro products can provide. From behind-the-scenes peeks to real-world success stories from chefs, we aim to create posts that resonate with foodservice professionals around the world. Whether youre a longtime Cambro fan or just discovering the brand, our Top 10 Most Loved Instagram Reels highlight why Cambro remains a trusted name in the industry. 1.

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The Valentine’s Dilemma: Romance vs. Reality

Hospitality Net

Ah, Valentines Daythe time when the world is supposed to be a blur of romance, chocolate, and heart-shaped everything. Hotels, especially, like to paint this picture of couples strolling in, hand-in-hand, gazing into each others eyes over a three-course candlelit dinner, followed by slow dances in the moonlight. Everything is perfect, right? Well not quite.

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Atosa Fryer Troubleshooting Guide

The Restaurant Warehouse

Atosa Fryer Warranty Atosa provides a warranty for all new gas components, such as cast-iron grates, stainless steel radiants, and briquettes, ensuring they are free from material or workmanship defects. This warranty is valid for one (1) year from the date of shipment from Atosa. Defective parts covered by this warranty within one (1) year from the shipment date will be repaired or replaced, including labor costs.

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a&o Firenze Campo di Marte officially opens doors to guests in Florence

Hospitality Net

a&o Firenze Campo di Marte, located in the heart of Florence, is now officially open to guests from around the world. The 119-room property is a 30-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo and just ten minutes to the Asics Firenze Marathon stadium.

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Frozen Pasty Recalled for Undeclared Egg

Penn State Food Safety Blog

The USDA-FSIS is issuing a public health alert for frozen, fully cooked ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry pasties, produced by the Pasty Oven, Florence, WI, due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen. The products were produced using an egg wash, which contains egg, a known allergen, that is not declared on the product label. FSIS discovered the problem during routine labeling review activities when it found that the egg ingredient was not listed on the final product label.

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Whitebridge EMEA Hotels Monitor, Issue 35

Hospitality Net

In January, we hosted our 20th New Year Hotel Investment Summit in London and many thanks to those who attended and helped us celebrate 20 years of data and fun. The full time score for our London Luxury Hotel piece in the last EMEA Monitor was further RevPAR growth across 2024, despite all the new supply. Well done everyone and long may it continue and London continue to evolve and consolidate its position as one of the worlds most popular destinations for international travelers.

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Brand Extension Case Study: Kentucky Legend Sizzles

NewPoint Marketing

Retail Line Brand Extension Launch Brand extensions can be tricky. Imagine walking down the grocery aisle and spotting your favorite cookie brand now offering ice cream? It might sound exciting, but in the world of consumer packaged goods (CPG), such brand extensions are a high-stakes gamble. We’ve highlighted other brand extensions in the pastthat did.

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Top 10 Booking Engine Features Shaping Revenue and Conversion in 2025

Hospitality Net

As we step into 2025, digital transformation continues to drive innovation across the hospitality industry, offering countless opportunities to increase engagement and boost revenue. One tool that stands out as essential in this evolution is the booking engine. No longer just a reservation system, todays booking engines are dynamic retailing platforms designed to maximize revenue potential and elevate the guest experience.

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FoodTech 500 Over the Years: Tracking the Pulse of Global AgriFoodTech Ecosystem

Forward Fooding

For six years, Forward Fooding’s FoodTech 500 has served as a vital pulse check of the industry, spotlighting the most promising and disruptive forces reshaping our food system. It’s not just a list but a snapshot of an industry undergoing a transformation. Sneak Peek into the 2024 Edition On 18th March 2025, we will officially unveil the 2024 FoodTech 500 Ranking.

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10 Tips for Unlocking the Full Potential of Direct Bookings

Hospitality Net

Direct bookings remain a vital revenue stream for hotels, yet growth in this area remains challenging. While online-direct booking channels have stabilized post-pandemic, their share has increased compared to pre-COVID levelsnow accounting for 21% of total hotel chain bookings globally via hotel chains Internet Booking Engines (IBEs).

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2025 Small Business Outlook

Modern Restaurant Management

Twenty twenty-four will be remembered for many things, but the soft landing of the U.S. economy and the reelection of Donald Trump as President of the United States will likely prove most significant. Both were a surprise to many experts and seem to tell conflicting stories about the health of the U.S. economy, but both will have a huge impact on small businesses in 2025 and for years to come.

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Cvent Reveals the Top 5 Trends Hotels Must Know for 2025

Hospitality Net

The meetings and events industry is at the crossroads of change and opportunity in 2025. New trends are shaping how events come to life, including unusual venues and AI-driven personalisation. For hotels, these changes mean new ways to win market share and make a lasting impression. Cvent reveals the five key trends hotels must know to meet the evolving needs of event planners and attract more MICE business.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed As Health and Human Services Secretary

Food Safety Tech

The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary, putting a longtime critic of processed foods, big agriculture, vaccines and the medical establishment in charge of the nations vast and powerful health system. Every Democrat voted against Kennedy, while Sen. Mitch McConnell, a polio survivor who had criticized the nominees questioning of vaccines, was the lone Republican no vote.

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Family Experiential Resorts Finding Success

Hospitality Net

As travel rebounds from the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, family travelers are increasingly seeking unique and memorable experiences when selecting a destination. While this trend is not new, it has gained momentum post-pandemic, as many travelers are opting for indoor waterpark resort getaways in addition to other travel. This increase in demand prompted action from resorts as many reevaluated their strategies, enhancing amenities and activities whether through new developments, renovat

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Criterion Hospitality partners with Mews to deliver frictionless, tech-powered experiences

Hospitality Net

[London: 13th February 2025] Mews, the leading hospitality cloud platform, has expanded its partnership with Criterion Hospitality through a multi-year agreement. This collaboration enables Criterion to automate operations, optimise revenue management, and enhance the guest experience with Mews integrated Property Management System and Revenue Management System.

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How to Master the Art of Upselling in Hospitality

Hospitality Net

Upselling has long been a powerful tool for driving incremental revenue in hospitality. But beyond boosting the bottom line, it plays a crucial role in enhancing the guest experience. After all, if a guest chooses to purchase an upgrade or add-on, its because it fulfills a need or elevates their stay.

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Radisson Hotel Group marks the debut of Park Inn & Suites brand in Bengaluru, with the opening of Park Inn & Suites by Radisson Bengaluru Yelahanka

Hospitality Net

This opening marks the debut of the Park Inn & Suites brand in Bengaluru and will be the second operational hotel under this brand in India. The Group currently has five operational hotels across Bengaluru under multiple brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, and Radisson Individuals.

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