Wed.Mar 06, 2024

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Elevated Lead Levels in Cinnamon prompt FDA Warning and Recalls

Bill Marler

What is the problem? Through product testing, the FDA has determined that the ground cinnamon products listed in the table below contain elevated levels of lead and that prolonged exposure to these products may be unsafe. The FDA is advising consumers to throw away and not to buy these ground cinnamon products. The FDA has recommended that the firms voluntarily recall these products, with the exception of the MTCI cinnamon.

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AI, VR, Holographs and More in QSRs

Modern Restaurant Management

What will the QSR of the future look like and what role will AI-integrated technologies play? To answer that and more, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to an expert–Daniel Hawes, Vice President of Product Design at Givex, whose work marries the worlds of technology, design, and academic research. He has developed and produced twelve television series, nine films, more than 50 games, and pioneered applications in Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality.

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FDA warns consumers to throw out certain ground cinnamon in wake of lead poisoning outbreak

Food Safety News

In response to the problem with elevated levels of lead in cinnamon in children’s applesauce and recalls of products in the fall of 2023, the FDA initiated a review of ground cinnamon and has issued warnings. During the review the Food and Drug Administration found elevated levels of lead in several products. The products are not targeted toward children, but are used as ingredients in foods that consumers may make and serve to children.

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AI is fundamentally changing the Travel Industry

Hospitality Net

According to Charuta Fadnis of Phocuswright on Tuesday at ITB Berlin, the use of AI by agents and personalised travel apps is an important future trend.

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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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The ‘Glove Guy’ calls upon his industry to ban the sale of vinyl gloves

Food Safety News

Steve Ardagh is the founder and CEO of Eagle Protect, a leading glove. He is known as “The Glove Guy” for his food safety leadership. In the glove world, the toxic chemical of the moment – phthalates – is a crucial ingredient often found in vinyl gloves. It is estimated to be used by two-thirds of the 200,000 quick service restaurants (QSR) in the U.S.

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The future is already here: GenAI is now an integral part of tourism

Hospitality Net

Speaking at ITB Berlin 2024 Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, revealed himself to be a major supporter of the use of artificial intelligence. At the Future Tracks section of the Convention he outlined his vision for the use of artificial intelligence in tourism under the heading of “Leadership, Innovation and the Future of Travel”: ”Back in the day my parents would go to a travel agency, where their interests were already known, and where they could be presented with suitable offers.

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Aji Mori recalls sauce because of possible contamination with clostridium botulinum

Food Safety News

Aji Mori Sauce Corp., doing business as Sushi Koo of Los Angeles, CA, is recalling its chillimami sauce because the product was manufactured and distributed without the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Cannery Program oversight, making it susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum. The recalled chillimami sauce was distributed at 8474 w 3rd St., Los Angelos, CA.

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Hotelogix becomes the leading Cloud Hotel PMS in the Philippines

Hospitality Net

Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, proudly announced that it has become the leading Cloud-based Property Management System for Hotels in the Philippines. This significant milestone was achieved following the successful signing of 57 properties with 7437 rooms belonging to the Global Comfort Group Corporation (GCGC), marking a monumental moment in Hotelogix’s expansion within the Southeast Asian region’s hotel industry.

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Street Corn Salad recalled in California over Listeria concerns

Food Safety News

Woolery Enterprises, Inc., doing business as Will’s Fresh Foods of San Leandro, CA, is recalling Will’s Fresh Foods Street Corn Salad over potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. According to the details posted online by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), the recall was initiated on Feb. 14, 2024, and is ongoing. The recalled product was distributed in California.

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Where Less = More: Redefining Luxury: The Shift Towards Minimalism and Sustainability in Hotel Amenities

Hospitality Net

In an era where environmental consciousness intersects with the evolving preferences of travelers, the hospitality industry stands at a pivotal juncture. The traditional markers of luxury—laden with an abundance of gadgets, amenities, and conveniences—are being reevaluated through the lens of sustainability and essentialism. This shift towards minimalism [sometimes referred to as doing a Marie Kondo] is not just a trend but a response to a deeper understanding of luxury, one that prioritizes exp

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Small Restaurant Equipment for Small Kitchens

Hobart

Commercial kitchens come in all sizes, but it’s not uncommon for independent restaurants to have smaller ones. According to Webstaurant, commercial kitchens range from 500 to 2,000 square feet with anything less than 500 square feet considered small. That space comes with certain advantages and disadvantages.

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It’s Showtime: MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy Debuts in Grand Style

Hospitality Net

MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, the brand created by two hospitality powerhouses, MGM Resorts International and Marriott International, opens up a world beyond the ordinary. Now accepting reservations for 16 iconic hotel and resort destinations on Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy app, MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy offers an all-access pass to the world’s largest stage.

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Crafting Success: The Food Brand Creative Brief

NewPoint Marketing

The Essential Guide to the Food Brand Creative Brief in Food Industry Marketing What is a Food Brand Creative Brief? A food brand creative brief is a foundational document that outlines the goals and expectations of your marketing project. It details the target audience, key messages, and desired outcomes, providing a clear roadmap for the […] The post Crafting Success: The Food Brand Creative Brief appeared first on NewPoint Marketing.

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Red Sea Global and Four Seasons Announce New Luxury Wellness Resort and Residences at AMAALA Triple Bay

Hospitality Net

Four Seasons is the latest brand to join the collection of luxury hospitality partners at AMAALA, introducing the brand’s legendary service to Saudi Arabia’s new beachside development.

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Setting the table for success in senior dining with dementia and dignity

FoodService Director

Cura Hospitality’s relaunched memory care program, Connections Memory Support Dining, resets the table with latest tools in helping memory-impaired residents reclaim mealtime. Plus: How a Cura senior dining team hits the ground running in a new location.

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Point Vs. Integrated Hospitality Solutions: Which Approach to Tech Is Right for You?

Hospitality Net

The emergence of the tech stack was an important step for the hospitality industry. Adopting new applications—beyond the limitations of legacy, on-premise systems—has enabled hoteliers to kickstart their digital transformation efforts and unlock greater efficiency.

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Darthmouth Tuck School of Business tries out Mashgin's AI-self checkout

FoodService Director

Mashgin’s AI-self checkout allows diners to check out in under 15 seconds on average.

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The Westin Maui Concludes $160 Million Transformation with the Debut of K?kahi Tower

Hospitality Net

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali marks the completion of its multi-year, $160 million transformation with the complete renovation and rebranding of the Ocean Tower into Kūkahi Tower. Guests will now enjoy a completely refreshed design aimed at facilitating a calming and rejuvenating stay. Slated to debut in mid-April 2024, Hana Hou by Westin - located within Kūkahi Tower - will be the first resort venue of its kind in Hawai’i featuring a 10,000-square-foot social center for guests and th

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Central Park Boathouse restaurant reopens, with Legends Hospitality running the show

FoodService Director

The landmark restaurant in NYC’s Central Park, closed for two years, has been refreshed with a modern continental menu and an elegant interior to match.

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HiJiffy makes deploying AI in hotels as simple as uploading one document

Hospitality Net

Using artificial intelligence to boost revenue and reduce staff workload is a hot topic in hospitality. However, some hoteliers are reluctant to implement it as they lack the time and specialised resources to roll out this technology on their properties.

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FSA highlights the difference between ‘vegan’ and ‘free-from’ terms

Food Safety News

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a campaign to explain the difference between free-from and vegan labeling. Vegan labels are used to support a dietary choice and do not intentionally contain products of animal origin. However, vegan food could still be prepared alongside eggs, milk, fish, crustaceans, or mollusks. To use a free-from label, businesses must follow processes to manage the risk of cross-contamination so they do not contain any of the ingredients they claim to be free-f

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Hilton Named Global Partner of the 2024 Solheim Cup

Hospitality Net

The Solheim Cup, the biennial international match-play competition showcasing the best U.S. players from the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour against the top European players from the Ladies European Tour (LET), proudly announces leading global hospitality company Hilton as Global Partner of the highly anticipated 2024 Solheim Cup. This exciting collaboration further solidifies Hilton’s commitment to bringing exceptional stay experiences to the world of sports and providing unpar

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NYC's Institute of Culinary Education celebrates Jacques Pépin and his educational legacy

FoodService Director

Pépin was a founding dean of the French Culinary Institute, a training ground for some of today’s most influential chefs.

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5 Hospitality Procurement Trends to Watch in 2024 and Beyond

Hospitality Net

Volatile prices, extended lead teams for goods and services, and keeping up with guest preferences are just a few challenges that continue to impact hotel supply chains years into pandemic recovery. For leading hoteliers, investing in digital procurement innovation is crucial to addressing these concerns — not just as a way to bounce back from COVID-19 but as a lasting component of business growth, resilience, and prosperity for the hotel industry.

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Scientists find Listeria in Spanish meat products

Food Safety News

Researchers in Spain have revealed Listeria monocytogenes in various pork and poultry meat products. 184 meat samples were collected from different retailers in La Rioja. Listeria spp. and  monocytogenes were detected in 45 and 19 samples, respectively. The dominant Listeria species depended on the meat type, said researchers in the International Journal of Food Science and Technology.

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Wynn Hosts World’s Biggest Chinese Wine Competition of International Standard with "Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards"

Hospitality Net

Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace welcomed an international panel of 27 esteemed judges, including seven Masters of Wine, to participate in the inaugural Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards, the first-ever awards program dedicated to premium Chinese wines. Supported by Macao Government Tourism Office, the event is poised to be the world’s biggest Chinese wine Competition of international standard with the winners to be announced at an awards ceremony at Wynn Palace on April 13.

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Webinar on FDA’s food chemical safety initiatives to feature Deputy Commissioner Jim Jones

Food Safety News

The reorganization of the Food and Drug Administration’s human foods programs was urgently needed and a long-time coming. The full plan still needs to go through review by Office of Management and Budget and then Congress. Fortunately, the Department of Health and Human Services and FDA have authority to implement some of the plan in the interim. The first notable sign of change was the appointment of ex-EPA executive, Jim Jones, to the newly created post of Deputy Commissioner for Human Food P

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Pan Pacific Hotels Group is the first Singapore Hotel Group to Attain Prestigious GSTC Multi-Site Certification for Sustainable Tourism for all eight of its properties in Singapore

Hospitality Net

Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) has attained the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Industry Criteria for Hotels certification for its Singapore properties, also achieving the largest number of GSTC-certified room stock and certified properties (hotels & serviced suites) in Singapore – solidifying the Group’s commitment to sustainability and reinforcing its position as a leader in environmentally-conscious hospitality.

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Another Bill Introduced in New York to Expand State Regulation of Food Additives

Food Safety Magazine

A recently introduced bill in New York State legislature seeks to seeks to establish requirements for the reporting of substances considered “generally ruled as safe” (GRAS).

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Hotels on the way to net zero

Hospitality Net

At the "Green Transformation of the Hotel Industry" panel at ITB Berlin, industry representatives discussed resource conservation and sustainability

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