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Picking the Right Meat Supplier

Modern Restaurant Management

Choosing the right meat supplier is crucial for restaurants aiming to offer top-notch meals that leave a lasting impression on their patrons. The quality of meat can dramatically affect the taste and overall experience of a dish. Here are several key tips for selecting a meat vendor that meets high-quality standards, ensuring that the meat you serve is of the best quality possible.

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High Levels of AMR Found in E. Coli From Retail Raw Chicken Meat, Chicken-Based Raw Dog Food

Food Safety Magazine

A recent study found high levels of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among Escherichia coli on raw chicken meat sold at retail in the UK, as well as in chicken-based raw dog food samples—with almost half of samples resistant to critically important antibiotics.

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Craveworthy Brands Acquires Multiunit Operator

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Craveworthy Brands continues to expand its footprint and presence throughout the U.S. with its purchase of Untamed Brands. Untamed operates two concepts—taim Mediterranean Kitchen and Hot Chicken Takeover. Untamed launched in 2021 with taim, a New York City-based concept that operates 13 restaurants across New York and Washington, D.C.

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How to navigate the National Restaurant Show like a pro

FoodService Director

Whether you’re a first timer or conference veteran, here’s what you need to know about the biggest restaurant show in the Western hemisphere, which begins in Chicago on May 18.

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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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Practiced Chef Joins Winston Foodservice

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Winston Foodservice, a division of Winston Industries, has a new corporate R&D chef in Ryan Tucker, who will work out of the company’s headquarters in Louisville, Ky. Tucker has over 15 years of experience in the foodservice industry, working in hotels, country clubs, restaurants and school nutrition operations.

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Better Traceability for a More Sustainable Future: A Conversation with Ryan Richard of GS1 US

FoodLogiQ

Meet Ryan Richard: Leading Supply Chain Innovation at GS1 US Ryan Richard is the Vice President of Community Engagement at GS1 US, a company that provides a common digital language to help companies manage their supply chains. Ryan is a leading figure in enhancing supply chain visibility and efficiency through the adoption of GS1 Standards. His journey through GS1 US has taken him from the role of Senior Director of Industry Development for Retail Grocery to his current position, where he spearh

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ISS Guckenheimer, Metz Culinary Management and Sodexo top the 2024 Protein Sustainability Scorecard

FoodService Director

The Humane Society of the United States recently released its annual report ranking foodservice management companies’ protein sustainability efforts.

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Choice Hotels International Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

Hospitality Net

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s leading lodging franchisors, today reported its first quarter 2024 results.

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Walk-in Refrigeration: Have Floors or No Floors?

Chef's Deal

The choice between floored and floorless walk-in refrigeration units requires careful consideration of various factors, including functionality, safety, maintenance, and budget. Floored units provide essential benefits such as enhanced insulation, improved hygiene, and increased safety, which are critical in commercial settings, particularly in the food service industry.

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IFT FIRST Pre-Event Workshops on AI, GRAS, Shelf Life, and More

Food Safety Magazine

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) recently announced educational workshops taking place in July ahead of the 2024 IFT FIRST: Expo and Event, covering artificial intelligence (AI) for food innovation, shelf life best practices, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) determinations and product development, and other topics.

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Mews fuels growth across the hospitality sector as it provides hoteliers with access to funding

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has launched the funding program Flexible Financing, which provides hospitality businesses with access to capital, as the number of hoteliers branching out to offer additional amenities for guests has more than doubled in the last year.

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NYC Public Schools brings composting to every cafeteria

FoodService Director

The two-year initiative was spearheaded by the city as a way to reduce waste in the city’s public schools.

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Understanding the Hotel Compset: Why Your Hotel Should Develop One

Hospitality Net

A deep understanding of your hotel compset is crucial for the continued success of your property. Your comp set identifies who your competitors are, and what they offer. By discovering all this valuable data, you understand how consumers are comparing hotel operations and choosing where to stay based on this information.

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Chocolate Covered Potato Chips Recalled Due to Inadvertent Addition of Hazelnuts

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Chuao Chocolatier, a Carlsburg, CA firm, is voluntarily recalling a single production of Potato Chip mini bar.39oz/11 gram LOT 4022 because some packages may contain undeclared hazelnut. The recall was initiated after it was discovered hazelnuts were inadvertently added to the product during manufacturing and the lot produced was distributed in packaging that does not reveal the presence of hazelnuts.

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When it comes to healthcare facilities, choose a trusted partner

LTI, Inc.

Products | May 9, 2024 LTI is one of the country’s leading innovators and manufacturers of custom foodservice equipment, technology and décor. Our serving systems are designed to solve challenges operators face and find innovative ways to serve patrons fresh menu options. Operators in the healthcare industry love LTI’s patented TempestAir technology , which allows air to circulate below the pans, keeping items fresh for their patrons.

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Peanuts Recalled for Potential Listeria Contamination

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Hormel Foods Sales, LLC is voluntarily recalling a limited number of two PLANTERS® products that were produced at one of its facilities in April because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The products were shipped to Publix distribution warehouses in Florida, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina and to Dollar Tree distribution warehouses in South Carolina and Georgia.

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Nemco Hires National Sales Manager

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Nemco Food Equipment has hired Emma Stamm to serve as the company’s national sales manager. Stamm’s experience encompasses all facets of the foodservice industry, from customer service and sales to marketing and distribution. She joins the sales team led by Chris Fisher, director of sales, along with Danielle Brach and Joe Carcione, vice president of sales and marketing.

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White Chocolate Candy Product Recalled After Notification by Supplier of Potential Salmonella Contamination in Ingredient

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Palmer Candy Company, Sioux City, Iowa, is recalling its “White Coated Confectionary Items” because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Palmer Candy was notified by its liquid coating supplier that there was a potential for contamination with salmonella from an ingredient that was potentially contaminated from one of their suppliers.

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Sustainability in Scoops: Eco-Friendly Ingredients in Trending Ice Creams

FMT Magazine

The Indian ice cream industry is undergoing a delicious and revolutionary transformation! Gone are the days of the same old tubs from your childhood. Today’s ice creams are about thrilling flavour journeys, innovative textures, and a surprising new focus: Sustainability. Modern consumers are seeking out ice creams that not only tantalise their taste buds but also leave a minimal environmental footprint.

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Iowa Retailer Recalls Cream Cheese Spread and Cookies and Cream Mix for Salmonella After Co-manufacturers Issue Notification

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Hy-Vee, Inc., based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling two varieties of its Hy-Vee Cream Cheese Spread and bulk-packaged Cookies & Cream Mix out of an abundance of caution due to the potential for contamination with Salmonella. These products are manufactured at different third-party facilities around the Midwest and are sold under HyVee’s private label and bulk packaging programs.

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Redefining the Self-Serve Experience for Operators and Customers

Foodservice Equipment Reports

In the dynamic landscape of self-serve dining, Vollrath’s SerVue Touchless Refrigerated Slide-In has emerged as a game-changer, offering a new level of convenience, hygiene, and versatility.

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Texas Nut Company Recalls All Products for Never Having Adhered to Allergen Regulations

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Texas Pecan of Dallas TX is recalling 1 Lb and 8 oz products because it may contain an undeclared allergens - cashews, filberts, macadamias, pistachios, pecans, pine nuts, walnuts, soy, dairy (milk), sesame and wheat. According to the company, "The problem came about with a routine check from the Texas Department of state and Health Services. When they inspected the packaging machine they decided that cross contamination was possible as our labels do states tree nut but each tree nut was not nam

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The Rise of Plant-Based and Lab-Grown Meat: Disruption in the Food Industry

FMT Magazine

The landscape of Indian cuisine is undergoing a fascinating transformation. Plant-based meat, lab-grown meat, and other innovative alternative proteins are making waves, promising a future where delicious and satisfying meat doesn’t come at the cost of environmental sustainability, animal welfare, or personal health. This blog explores the exciting disruption in the meat industry, exploring the rise of these alternatives and their potential impact on Indian consumers.

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Japan - Rat Parts Found in Bread

Penn State Food Safety Blog

In Japan, a major food company issued a recall for over 100,000 packs of sliced white bread after rat parts were found in the product. In a statement on Wednesday, Pasco Shikishima Corporation said it was investigating how parts of “a small animal” [a rat] found its way into two packets of sliced bread, adding that no one has fallen sick so far after consuming the product.

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FSS 2024 Town Hall with FDA, CDC, USDA, and AFDO

Food Safety Magazine

Thursday morning at the 2024 Food Safety Summit (FSS), top U.S. food safety regulators and public health officials took the stage for an interactive Town Hall discussion.

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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Food Manufacturing

FMT Magazine

Explore how AI is transforming food manufacturing, enhancing efficiency & safety. Discover innovations shaping the industry.

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Whoa.PSU Food Safety Ranked as One of Best Food Safety Blogs for 2024

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Very excited to see our blog ranked in the Best Food Safety Blogs for 2024, coming in at #11. Thanks to all for your viewership! [link] 45 Best Food Safety Blogs and Websites Here are 45 Best Food Safety Blogs you should follow in 2024 11. Penn State Food Safety Blog Penn State Food Safety Blog.Providing news and commentary on important food safety issues.

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Cambro Launches $50,000 Kitchen Makeover Sweepstakes in Conjunction with NRA Show

the CAMBRO blog

Cambro Manufacturing will debut new products, celebrate the 25 th anniversary of Camshelving® and give chefs a chance to win a $50,000 Cambro product makeover for their restaurant kitchen at the National Restaurant Association Show this month. Every year at the NRA Show, Cambro unveils its newest and most innovative foodservice products that support food safety, efficiency and superior performance.