Mon.Jul 29, 2024

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Using technology to boost patio sales

Restobiz

With patio season in full swing, it’s important to make the most of the opportunity to see higher revenues before the colder weather arrives. Filling those patio seats can help you get ahead, bring in new customers, and develop relationships that will have guests visiting year-round. Operators leveraging technology can improve the outdoor dining experience, from […] The post Using technology to boost patio sales appeared first on Restobiz.

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Florida High Court Gave Bars a Big Win, But There Are Additional Ways to Reduce Liability Risk  

Modern Restaurant Management

Owners of bars, taverns, restaurants and other establishments serving alcohol kept a close eye on a case before the Supreme Court of Florida this year. At issue was a $28.6 million jury verdict against a bar awarded to a young woman catastrophically injured when she was hit by a pickup truck driven by an underage 20-year-old who had been drinking at the bar.

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Off-premise dining trends

Restobiz

As takeout and delivery remain popular options for diners, top trends are emerging that operators can capitalize on as they try to boost sales and engage off-premise customers. From technology to sustainability, timing, and delivery, off-premise dining can be a successful revenue generator for restaurants that get it right. Technology AI has emerged as an […] The post Off-premise dining trends appeared first on Restobiz.

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Understanding Legality of Non-Alcoholic and Cannabis-Infused Beverage Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

There has been a lot of fluidity in the beverage sphere over the past few years with the rise of mocktails and other nonalcoholic experience. In 2023, off-premise sales of non-alcoholic beer, wine, and spirits topped $565 million, according to NielsenIQ, which was a 35-percent increase in dollar sales from the prior year. Alternatively, there's been an uptick in the cannabis-infused beverages market – with the $2.04 billion market in 2023 projected to grow to $3.09 billion globally.

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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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How to increase catering revenue without headaches

Fast Casual

How can restaurants feel confident in adding more catering partners without damaging the operation?

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CFS Brands Acquires European Smallwares Company

Foodservice Equipment Reports

CFS Brands has added Araven Hospitality-Foodservice, a supplier of smallwares and supplies to the foodservice industry, to its portfolio. In a July 29 announcement, CFS describes Araven as a leading brand in the European market, with its headquarters and primary distribution center in Zaragoza, Spain.

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Boar’s Head RTE Deli Meats Recalled After Two Listeriosis Deaths

Food Safety Magazine

A foodborne listeriosis outbreak linked to Boar’s Head ready-to-eat (RTE) deli products has sickened 34 people across 13 states, resulting in two deaths. A recall is in effect.

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How healthcare technologies are impacting homecare services

Hospitality Net

Social interaction is at the core of human well-being and the heart of any hospitality business. Numerous empirical studies in the hospitality literature have reported the positive effect of social interactions on customer experience and satisfaction. As healthcare technologies become increasingly innovative, various types of connected devices have been developed in order to provide high-quality healthcare services.

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3 simple strategies K-12 operators should try to get buy-in from skeptical district leadership

FoodService Director

K-12 foodservice directors shared their best practices on collaborating with district officials during a session at this year’s Annual National Conference.

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The Early Arrival Program

Hospitality Net

With my workshops and speaking, I often do an exercise where I challenge each leader to find a minimum of $250 in next month’s forecast. That can be savings in the form of reduced payroll or expenses. It can also be a source of new revenue. The participants come up with some amazing ideas that really work. The great thing about these ideas is that we almost always get to repeat and compound.

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244. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 244 – Mastering Credit Card Security and Customer Insights in the Restaurant Industry with VGS

The Restaurant Technology Guys

Introduction Welcome back to the Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast! Today, we have a special episode dedicated to the intricacies of credit card security, tokenization, and customer data insights. We are thrilled to introduce Travis, an expert from Very Good Security (VGS), to help us explore these vital topics.

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes 30 New Member Properties

Hospitality Net

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the addition of 30 new member properties to its global portfolio between April 1 and June 30, 2024. Ranging from an adults-only all-inclusive resort to a preserved historic villa, each of these properties provide personalized, authentic guest experiences across exciting destinations including South Africa, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, and the Dominican Republic.

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Lotte Choco Pie Expands ‘Love & Lotte’ Campaign to Rural India

FMT Magazine

Lotte India, a leading confectionery brand in the country, has launched a major Rural Van Campaign as part of its ‘Love & Lotte’ initiative. This campaign targets tier 3 and tier 4 markets across four key states—Bihar, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh—aiming to strengthen the brand’s leadership in the confectionery segment.

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Hôtel Balzac Opens Atop The Champs-Elysées

Hospitality Net

Olivier Bertrand opens a 5th distinctive hotel in Paris.

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Cosmo Films To Showcase Innovative Product Range at LabelExpo Americas 2024

FMT Magazine

Cosmo Films, a global leader in speciality films announces participation in LabelExpo Americas 2024, the premier event for the label and package printing industry. The exhibition will take place from September 10-12, 2024, in Chicago, where Cosmo Films will be showcasing its innovative products and solutions at Stand No. 130. Cosmo Films will present an array of innovative solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

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Signing of Wyndham Garden hotel in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh

Hospitality Net

The Adityaz Hotels Limited, a renowned hotel owner in Gwalior, is pleased to announce its partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to open a world-class Wyndham Garden Hotel at Airport Road in Gwalior. This franchise agreement signing highlights The Adityaz Hotels Limited’s dedication and commitment to enhancing the hospitality experience in the city.

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Powerful Partnerships

Food Recovery Network

Food Recovery Network believes no one should be hungry. To recover surplus food to feed everyone who is hungry in the U.S. means we must reconfigure structures big and small because many of those structures currently make accessing food harder , not easier for people. I am thrilled to share the incredible journey of our partnership with Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in the heart of National Harbor which has increased food access for people experiencing food insecurity.

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UNLV Alumnus Bolsters Hospitality Management Students with $1 Million Gift

Hospitality Net

The UNLV William F. Harrah College of Hospitality announces a $1 million philanthropic gift from Marco Benvenuti to establish the Marco Benvenuti Excellence Endowment. The gift represents the culmination of years of support from the local entrepreneur and 2002 graduate.

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In Memoriam: Bruce Peeling, of EMR

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Bruce Peeling, who spent decades of his career at EMR before retiring in 2018, passed away Thursday, July 25, according to an announcement from CFESA. Peeling, 73, lived in Westminster, Md. He was the husband of the late Cynthia Peeling, who died in 2019.

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The Endangered Species of Hospitality: Bed and Breakfast Properties

Hospitality Net

In Lansing, MI, the city council and planning board are revisiting ordinances for short-term rentals. This work often runs into questions about bed and breakfast accommodations and what defines a bed and breakfast. In small communities, ordinances are frequently outdated or inadequate for future growth or preservation. Lansing is not the only community facing this in the state; cities such as Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Park Township are also facing this.

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Welbilt Installs New President of Belshaw

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Chris Salatino has been appointed as the new president of Belshaw, effective immediately. He will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Belshaw Adamatic Bakery Group, which includes the Belshaw and Adamatic brands. Salatino steps into the role after the recent departure of Stan Dettloff.

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The building blocks of a first-party data strategy for hotel revenue

Hospitality Net

Imagine a beautifully crafted mosaic, where each tile—unique in shape, color, and texture—comes together to form a breathtaking masterpiece.

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Additional Recall Notices Issued Due to Purchasing of Recalled Product with Potential Listeria

Penn State Food Safety Blog

In light of the the Listeria-related recall associated with product from Ohio-based Weirs Farm s, other food companies and distributors are issuing recalls. Supreme Service Solutions LLC. (dba Supreme Produce) is assisting in a Kroger Store recall for items purchased from Weirs Farm Inc. (purchased from Kroger Stores) ALDI Inc., (“ALDI”) is recalling Freshire Farms jalapenos, green peppers and green beans JFE Franchising, Inc. of Houston, TX, is recalling a limited number of products because the

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Berlin Market Pulse 2024 – A Bright Outlook

Hospitality Net

Berlin, Germany’s largest city with a population exceeding 3.7 million, is a vibrant hub of culture, innovation and diversity. Renowned for its top universities, dynamic sports events, world-class museums and captivating arts scene, Berlin offers a rich tapestry of experiences. With residents of 190 different nationalities, Berlin embraces inclusivity and creativity, making it a truly cosmopolitan destination.

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NY Distributor is Recalling Cinnamon Powder After Testing Finds Elevated Lead Levels

Penn State Food Safety Blog

ALB-USA Enterprises, Inc. of Bronx, NY is recalling ALB Flavor brand Cinnamon Powder, because it potentially contaminated with elevated levels of lead. The recall was the result of an analysis conducted by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) that revealed the product contained elevated levels of lead. The company has ceased the importing and distribution of the product as the FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.

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BLLA Opens Submissions for the 2024 BLLA Awards

Hospitality Net

The Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA) is thrilled to announce the opening of submissions for the 2024 BLLA Awards. Recognizing and celebrating the daring and brilliant efforts in the global boutique hospitality industry, the BLLA Awards have become the premier platform for honoring the world’s best hotels, creators, and partners in the boutique sector.

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Tetra Pak® Custom Printing helps Mengniu Group unlock new opportunities to connect with consumers

FMT Magazine

Tetra Pak and Mengniu Group announced the launch of a limited edition Milk Deluxe Pure Milk range, customised with 30 different designs of masterpieces from Van Gogh and Monet. Packaged in Tetra Prisma Aseptic 250 Edge cartons with DreamCap 26 closure, the special edition range has been brought to market through a collaboration with Meet You Museum.

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Balancing Automation and Personalization in Service Industries

Hospitality Net

The service industry thrives on human connection. A friendly waiter remembering your regular order, a hairdresser who knows exactly how you like your haircut – these small touches create a sense of value and appreciation that keeps customers coming back. But in today’s fast-paced world, automation is king. Self-service kiosks, chatbots, and online booking systems are all the rage, promising efficiency and convenience.

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Yakult Danone India Pvt Ltd, a Globally Renowned Probiotic brand, Expanding its Product Portfolio

FMT Magazine

Yakult Danone India Pvt Ltd, a globally renowned probiotic brand, has announced today that it is expanding its product portfolio by introducing a new variant – Yakult Light Mango Flavour, on 25th July 2024. The launch event was graced by Bollywood star Sanya Malhotra, Takashi Ariyoshi, Minister and Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Japan in India, Eiji Amano, Managing Director of Yakult Danone India Pvt Ltd, and Dr Neerja Hajela, Head – Science and Regulatory Affairs of Yakult Danone Ind

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AHLA statement on decision to delay NYC Council hearing on hotel licensing bill

Hospitality Net

American Hotel & Lodging Association Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement after the New York City Council postponed a planned July 30 hearing on a bill that would gravely harm the city’s nearly 700 hotels and their roughly 265,000 employees.

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