Fri.Oct 18, 2024

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How one K-12 operator is bringing sustainable seafood to students

Food Management

Executive Chef for Alexandria City Public Schools Jason Tepper has worked to bring a variety of seafood dishes to the lunch menu since coming to the Virginia district in 2021.

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Operational Excellence and the Value War   

Modern Restaurant Management

Technomic’s revised predictions for 2024 revealed a challenging road ahead for the restaurant industry, which has been plagued by rising prices and shifting consumer behavior since the onset of the pandemic. The first half of 2024 saw a decline in traffic that was significant enough that the data and analytics firm reduced its original forecast from a 5.3 percent sales increase by 1.5 percentage points to 3.8 percent.

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Michigan family goes from big city to blueberry farm

Food Management

Amy Stocking and her husband Dan made the move from Detroit to a family blueberry farm in Michigan’s Thumb region and have become a vital part of the community there.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates Garner expansion with four additional signings across Europe

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the signing of four new Garner properties, extending the brand’s presence across the UK and Europe.

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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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Syracuse University opens new dining center and launches new sustainability initiatives

Food Management

Last summer was a busy time for Syracuse University's dining team, with a recently opened dining center and the launch of new sustainable dining initiatives.

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Fake olive oil drizzles down, Cali schools celebrate Farm to School month, Popeyes sends Wing Truck to college tailgates, more news you may have missed

Food Management

Fake olive oil drizzles down, Cali schools celebrate Farm to School month, Popeyes sends Wing Truck to college tailgates, more news you may have missed

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The 100 Most Incredible Hotels in the World in 2025

Hospitality Net

What makes compiling a list like Fodor’s Finest Hotels such a daunting task is the outrageous number of hotels worldwide. The United Nations World Travel Organization has estimated that there are roughly 700,000 hotels in the world–from hostels to uber-luxury. Other estimates suggest the number is closer to 1 million properties–and some believe there are even more.

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Aramark's Salute Hospitality hosts cooking competition at the Culinary Institute of America

Food Management

11 airmen from across the country had the opportunity to compete in a cooking battle using mystery ingredients.

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Hermitage Bay in Antigua Re-Opens After Extension Renovation

Hospitality Net

Hermitage Bay, the highly acclaimed, laid-back, luxury resort nestled on the rolling hillside of Antigua’s west coast, is set to open its doors again on November 1, 2024, following a multi-million dollar renovation project. Now under the ownership of international hotelier, Daniel Shamoon of Luxury Hotels Partners, the resort retains all the charm that established it as a Caribbean gem while offering inspired enhancements, including 30 fully redesigned guest villa suites, an increased number of

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BrucePac recalls ready-to-eat meat and poultry products

Food Management

The meat was recalled due to a possible Listeria contamination

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Radisson Hotel Group boosts its Italian portfolio with 5 signings and introduction of new brands to the region

Hospitality Net

Radisson Hotel Group expands its Italian portfolio with five new signings and seven upcoming openings, marking a significant milestone in its growth strategy and reinforcing its commitment to introduce its brands key travel markets.

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Chick-fil-A Slates First Restaurant Opening in Asia

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Chick-fil-A will open its first restaurant in Singapore in late 2025, marking the brand’s entry into Asia. The expansion plans include a long-term investment of $75 million in Singapore over the next decade.

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Promoting Responsible Sourcing: Transforming Dining Experiences with Local and Organic Practices

Hospitality Net

At Accor, we remain steadfast in our commitment to nurturing healthier and more responsible food habits across our 10,000+ bars and restaurants. Food & Beverage operations account for 17% of our carbon footprint, 40% of our water usage, and 80% of our biodiversity impact. To address these challenges, we focus on three priorities: responsible sourcing, reducing food waste, and transforming culinary offerings.

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Syracuse University opens new dining center and launches new sustainability initiatives

FoodService Director

Last summer was a busy time for Syracuse University's dining team, with a recently opened dining center and the launch of new sustainable dining initiatives.

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Booking.com’s Nine Predictions for Travel in 2025

Hospitality Net

Change is accelerating on multiple fronts. From global elections, rapid AI advancements, and increased costs of living (to name a few), it’s no surprise that people find themselves fatigued, needing to withdraw, pick a side or simply disconnect. Yet, in the face of rising uncertainty, isolation and polarization, we’re seeing just the opposite in travel.

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Rising Campylobacter Infections From Poultry May Lead to Increasing AMR in U.S., Study Suggests

Food Safety Magazine

A recent study of genomic data for Campylobacter from 2009–2019 found a steep increase in human infections attributable to poultry, as well as a concerning rise in the proportion of multidrug-resistant isolates. Campylobacter isolates associated with poultry were found to harbor the most antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

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Premier Resorts & Management Opens Renaissance Hotel on Daytona Beach Oceanfront

Hospitality Net

Premier Resorts & Management, a full-service hotel operating company headquartered in Ormond Beach, Florida today announced the opening of the 190-room Renaissance Daytona Beach Oceanfront Hotel. The futuristically-designed property located at 640 North Atlantic Avenue on the oceanfront of Daytona Beach is owned by 640 North Atlantic Hospitality, LLC and managed by Premier Resorts & Management.

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Aramark's Salute Hospitality hosts cooking competition at the Culinary Institute of America

FoodService Director

11 airmen from across the country had the opportunity to compete in a cooking battle using mystery ingredients.

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TROO Hospitality announces arrival in Central London with iconic Corus Hyde Park hotel

Hospitality Net

TROO Hospitality has announced a milestone achievement with its first property in Central London, following a partnership appointment with Immersive Hospitality Management, to manage the iconic Corus Hotel Hyde Park, located at 1 Lancaster Gate.

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How Lower Parts Costs Can Boost Your Profit Margins with Mavrik

Foodservice Equipment Reports

What’s the secret to running a successful business? We often dream of easy answers and big payouts when it comes to this question, but on a practical scale, it’s simply about inching out your margins. That can feel like an exercise in futility for some small businesses, particularly when work can be so variable.

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HomeToGo Releases 2025 Travel Forecast, Revealing Five Vacation Trends to Watch Plus Top Destinations to Book for the Year Ahead

Hospitality Net

HomeToGo—the SaaS-enabled marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals—today released its 2025 Travel Forecast, revealing five travel trends predicted for the year ahead. Based on a depth of survey and search data, 2025 will be a year defined by extended, immersive getaways and loved-up couples’ trips, with price and climate commanding a surge in shoulder season escapes.

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The Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet

Thomas Cuisine

Exploring the Mediterranean Diet: Simple, Healthy, and Delicious The Mediterranean diet has gained widespread recognition for its many health benefits, including its potential to improve cardiovascular health, reduce the risk of stroke, and promote longevity. Originating from the traditional eating patterns of 18 countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, this diet isn’t just about food—it’s a way of life.

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IHCL Steps Into Prayagraj, Signs a Gateway

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a resort in Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. This greenfield project will be under the Gateway brand.

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End-to-End PFAS Management Solution Combines Treatment Services and Regulatory Navigation

Food Safety Magazine

BeyondPFAS from Veolia North America is a new, end-to-end management solution for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), combining the company’s PFAS treatment and disposal services with expert navigation of regulatory requirements and funding sources.

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Hotel Assets: The Dark Horse in Real Estate Investing

Hospitality Net

The real estate market is constantly evolving, influenced by economic factors and societal trends. Over the years, different real estate sectors have taken turns in the spotlight, with office and multi-family properties often seen as safe and stable investments. However, recent data suggests a changing landscape, with hotel assets emerging as a more attractive investment option.

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Oregon Establishment Continues to Update Recall of RTE Meat and Poultry Products

Penn State Food Safety Blog

BrucePac, a Durant, Okla. establishment, has issued subsequent expansions of their recall to include additional products. The initial recall, posted on October 9, was expanded on October 15 for the addition of 1,779,040 pounds of product subject to recall, increasing the weight from 9,986,245 to 11,765,285 pounds. On October 17, a list of schools were updated that received the RTE meat products.

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Loews Hotels & Co, in Partnership with Universal Orlando, Set to Open Universal Helios Grand Hotel in Tandem with Opening of Universal Epic Universe

Hospitality Net

Loews Hotels & Co, co-owner and operator of the hotel portfolio at Universal Orlando Resort, announces the much-anticipated opening date of the company’s third hotel coming to Universal Epic Universe next year. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel will start taking reservations October 22 for bookings beginning May 22, 2025.

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Penn State Extension to Host Online Produce Safety Rule Course for Growers

Food Safety Magazine

On November 12–13, the Penn State Extension is offering a virtual course to help produce growers comply with Produce Safety Rule requirements under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The option to receive a certificate of completion is available.

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How to make the hotel marketing funnel work for you

Hospitality Net

In 2023, US hoteliers spent over $3 billion on advertising. But how much of that was actually effective, and how much went to waste?

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SGS Expands With New Food Safety Testing Facility in New Jersey

Food Safety Magazine

SGS North America has expanded its food safety and quality assurance testing capacity with the opening of a new, larger and improved facility in Fairfield, New Jersey.