Wed.Apr 10, 2024

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On the Road to Relief: Restaurant Trends and Opportunities to Watch

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators have faced stiff headwinds since 2020, with a near-constant swirl of inflation, supply chain and labor challenges. But if last year was any indicator, restaurant operators are on the road to relief in 2024. According to September 2023 numbers from the National Restaurant Association , 49 percent of restaurants reported year-over-year increases in same-store sales.

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EU Sets New Limits for Mycotoxin Deoxynivalenol in Unprocessed Grains, Among Other Foods

Food Safety Magazine

The European Commission recently made changes to the maximum levels of the mycotoxin deoxynivalenol (DON) in food with Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/1022, amending Regulation (EU) 2023/915.

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Industry’s 5 Families, More Oppose DOE Proposed Standards

Foodservice Equipment Reports

The industry’s five families—CFESA, FCSI, FEDA, MAFSI and NAFEM—plus, the National Automatic Merchandising Association sent a letter to House and Senate leadership opposing a DOE proposed standard. In an April 2 release, NAFEM explains the letter shared the organizations’ opposition to the DOE’s proposed energy-conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment.

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Applying Industry 4.0 to Food Safety

Food Safety Magazine

Industry 4.0 relies on a group of disruptive technologies to drive insights and speed in decision-making. This article demonstrates the potential benefits that can be created and captured across a food business through thoughtful and deliberate application of Industry 4.0 technologies.

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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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YOTEL Geneva Lake Officially Opens Its Doors

Hospitality Net

The international and innovative hotel brand, YOTEL, welcomes guests to its highly anticipated opening of YOTEL Geneva Lake, featuring Switzerland’s first Nordic-inspired gastronomy destination.

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Driftwood Capital’s Hotel Development Pipeline Exceeds $1 Billion, with $800 Million Worth of Planned Projects Underway In 2024

Hospitality Net

Following its annual investor conference, Driftwood Capital, a leading vertically integrated commercial real estate firm, is proud to announce its hotel development pipeline has now exceeded $1 billion in projected value. This robust portfolio includes $800 million worth of strategically pursued projects either under construction or scheduled to break ground in 2024, showcasing Driftwood Capital’s robust and strategic growth in the hospitality sector.

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5 Must-Have Pro Tools for Home Chefs

the CAMBRO blog

In recent years, the lines between commercial and home kitchens have blurred. Thanks to a growing interest in culinary experimentation at home, many consumers are investing in high-quality kitchen equipment once reserved for professional chefs. Whether you’re a budding home cook or a seasoned foodie, there’s an array of commercial kitchen products that can elevate your culinary creations to new heights.

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Vignette Collection Planning for Kuwait

Hospitality Net

Mirroring its identity as a fortress built near the water, Arabella Beach Hotel, Vignette Collection gives a glimpse into Kuwait’s rich heritage to capture the breath-taking allure of the region.

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The Healing Power of Food as Medicine in Behavioral Health

Culinary Services Group

Our brains are always hard at work, but sometimes, even our most important organ needs a boost. While it’s naturally a powerhouse within our bodies, the brain functions best when you get the appropriate amount of nutrients in your diet. And it’s inextricably linked with your mental health. So, the old saying, “You are what you eat,” is really true. Determining the root of mental and behavioral health problems is sometimes a gamble, as genetics, environment, and lifestyle can influence the onset

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12 distinctly different properties to join IHG’s Vignette Collection in 2024

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts is celebrating the launch of its inaugural Vignette Collection hotel in the UK. The Halyard Liverpool, Vignette Collection is the first of 12 properties around the world which will to join IHG’s newest luxury & lifestyle brand in 2024.

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EPA Finalizes National Drinking Water Standard for PFAS; Will Fund $1B in Testing, Remediation

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the first-ever national, legally enforceable drinking water standard to protect Americans from exposure to harmful per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and has announced $1 billion in funds available for PFAS testing and clean-up in state, territory, and private drinking water supplies.

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Budapest to Welcome Verno House, Vignette Collection

Hospitality Net

An urban oasis overlooking Liberty Square, Verno House Budapest, Vignette Collection presents a 50-room hotel evoking the idea of 19th century Budapest - the notion that one can only truly appreciate all the modern attributes of a city if there is a nurturing, natural environment for them to escape to from time to time.

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Medically Important Foodborne Parasites: A Consequential Challenge for Food Safety Assurance

Food Safety Magazine

Parasites are reported in all manner of foodstuffs across the entire food supply, and they are challenging to detect and control. For risk assessment purposes, food safety personnel must be cognizant of the occurrence and significance of these foodborne organisms.

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InnSpire Announces Global Rollout of Groundbreaking InnSpire.ONE AI Platform, Revolutionizing Hotel Operations

Hospitality Net

InnSpire, the leading provider of innovative hospitality technology solutions that help drive seamless, world-class guest experiences for some of the world’s most iconic hotels and brands, announces the global rollout of its transformative InnSpire.ONE AI platform, which is reshaping the landscape of luxury hotels worldwide. InnSpire.ONE AI represents a monumental leap forward in hotel operations, offering an integrated ecosystem that enhances communication, delivers personalized guest interacti

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Prevalence of food insecurity higher among American Indian and Alaska Native households, report reveals

FoodService Director

A new USDA report analyzed food insecurity among nine different racial and ethnic groups from 2016 to 2021.

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ibis celebrates 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Hospitality Net

This year, ibis, the world’s best known economy hotel brand, celebrates its 50th anniversary. ibis was established in 1974 on three core promises: affordability, innovation and quality. Democratising travel and hospitality, it was the first hotel brand in Europe to make a high quality, comfortable nights stay accessible to all.

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Highlights from the Nordic AgriFoodTech Ecosystem at the Big Meet Summit 2024

Forward Fooding

On April 9th-11th 2024, w e were delighted to once again support our friends at Sweden FoodTech to bring to life another edition of the Big Meet Summit, which got even bigger this year, for the first time in partnership with Food Service Fair GastroNord. The Big Meet has been a prominent gathering for over seven years. It brings together the Nordics FoodTech Ecosystem and a vibrant mix of influential AgriFoodTech entrepreneurs, investors, but also scientists, artists, and chefs from around the w

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Enhancing Hotel Operations through Data, Personalization, and Automation

Hospitality Net

In a recent webinar by Bookboost and its partners, industry experts delved into the transformative power of data, personalisation, and automation in the hospitality sector. The session provided interesting insights into how hotels can leverage technology to improve efficiency, guest satisfaction, and profitability. Here’s our recap of that discussion.

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California Tightens Requirements for Labeling Products as 'Compostable'

Food Safety Magazine

Contamination is a major challenge for composters. California AB 1201 expanded requirements for compostable products, but a recent study by CalRecycle found it unfeasible to separate suitable products for organic agricultural use from non-suitable ones. This decision affects compostable product requirements in other legislation.

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This Customer Could Ruin Your Business

Hospitality Net

What if I told you that a satisfied customer could ruin your business? Most people think satisfied customers are happy and will come back. At least, it appears that way.

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Florida Company Recalls Ice Cream Product for Undeclared Allergens

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Belgian Yummies of Fort Myers, FL, is alerting the public that its 4-ounce packages of Ice Cream Sandwiches and 5-liter containers and 4.75-liter pans of Gelato contains undeclared allergens. The recall was initiated after Belgian Yummies and the Florida Department of Agriculture discovered during an inspection that the product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of wheat, soy, egg, coconut and/or peanuts and FD&C Yellow #5.

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Tambourine Honored with 8 Platinum Viddy Awards

Hospitality Net

Tambourine, the Fort Lauderdale-headquartered hospitality marketing agency serving hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations worldwide, proudly celebrates its recent acknowledgment of eight platinum Viddy Awards.

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Missouri Company Recalls Seasoning After A Supplier-initiated Substitution Results in Undeclared Allregens

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Baron Spices, Inc. of St. Louis, MO is recalling 708 units of Blues Hog Sweet and Savory Seasoning, because it may contain undeclared Soy and Wheat allergen. A supplier to Baron Spices, Inc sent a replacement ingredient and did not disclose that it included allergens. The replacement ingredient contained soy and wheat whereas the original product did not contain either allergen.

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135-Key Tapestry Collection by Hilton Opens in Sonoma Wine Country

Hospitality Net

Hotel Centro Sonoma Wine Country, Tapestry Collection by Hilton opened today and is now bookable through all Hilton and Hilton Honors channels. Suitable for fun-loving celebrations, playful meetings, romantic weddings, retreats, and outdoor recreation, Hotel Centro Sonoma provides an ideal space to gather in California’s wine country. Perfectly positioned in the heart of California’s wine country, the four-story, 135-room hotel is well-positioned to offer families, couples, and group travelers a

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My Data-Driven Wish Come True

Food Recovery Network

Four years ago when I began my position as the inaugural Chief Operating Officer (COO) at FRN, I was delighted. I came to the organization shortly after I completed my Results Count fellowship with The Annie E. Casey Foundation. My fellowship experience equipped me to use data to bring a cohesive vision across the programmatic, communications, and operational function areas I oversee.

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The Strategic Advantage of a Unified Customer Profile in Property Management Systems

Hospitality Net

With a career spanning over three decades across the hospitality and technology sectors, I’ve witnessed the evolution of customer engagement and the pivotal role of PMS in revolutionising the guest experience. My experiences, particularly as the VP of Product and Strategy at Shiji Group and leading hotel consulting services for Opera at MICROS in the Asia Pacific, have provided me with deep insights into the importance of a 360-degree unified customer profile in PMS.

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Michigan Company Recalls Potato Salad with Wrong Ingredient Label

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Home Style Foods, Inc., of Hamtramck, MI, is voluntarily recalling 43 cases of “Kowalski Simply Sides - Jack’s Potato Salad” due to an incorrect label resulting in an undeclared egg allergen. The recalled product is labeled on the top and front as Kowalski Simply Sides - Jack’s Potato Salad and has sell by date of 04/29/2024. The back label containing the Nutrition Facts and Ingredients is incorrectly labeled as “Very Berry Strawberry”, in a 16oz round plastic deli cup.

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How to choose the right hospitality software for your tech stack

Hospitality Net

Guests checking in and out. Rooms being prepared by capable hotel staff. Special requests and room service orders coming in from guests via text and phone calls. A reservations team chatting with potential customers to secure new bookings.

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Torna in Italia il Premio di Giornalismo di EIT Food

Future Food Institute

Per il quinto anno consecutivo, EIT Food premia i giornalisti italiani impegnati a testimoniare storie, volti, visioni e sfide del settore agroalimentare. Quest’anno, il consorzio EIT Food – leader in Europa per l’innovazione alimentare, il cui principale obiettivo è quello di rendere il sistema agroalimentare più sostenibile, sano e affidabile; nonché una delle otto Comunità stabilite dallo European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) con l’obiettivo di promuovere l’innovazione e l’imp

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HiJiffy launches hyper-personalised guest messaging based on real-time PMS updates

Hospitality Net

Imagine sending a welcome message right when a guest checks in, offering a special dinner deal as they’re settling into their room, or a quick checkout reminder the night before they leave. This is what HiJiffy is proposing, using WhatsApp or SMS.

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