Restobiz

JULY 29, 2024

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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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2024

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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Restobiz

JULY 29, 2024

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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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2024

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 Safety Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

USDA-FSIS has published its regulatory framework for Salmonella in raw poultry products, setting an enforceable final product standard for the pathogen that focuses on serotypes of public health significance. The framework also establishes new requirements for sampling and verification, as well as process control.

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Food Safety Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Fast Casual

JULY 29, 2024

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

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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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FoodService Director

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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The Restaurant Technology Guys

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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FMT Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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FMT Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Food Recovery Network

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Foodservice Equipment Reports

JULY 29, 2024

By 2030, Chick-fil-A expects to open 15-20 locations in Puerto Rico, adding to a pipeline that involves plans to expand into Europe and Asia in the same timeframe. As of July, the brand has over 3,000 restaurants—five of them in Puerto Rico— across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The first unit in Puerto Rico opened in March 2022.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Foodservice Equipment Reports

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Foodservice Equipment Reports

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Penn State Food Safety Blog

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

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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Penn State Food Safety Blog

JULY 29, 2024

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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Hospitality Net

JULY 29, 2024

At HITEC 2024, Simone Puorto interviewed Michael Toedt, CEO and Founder of dailypoint, to discuss the company’s evolution, the current state of AI in the hospitality industry, and the critical importance of having a central strategy for guest data.

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FMT Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

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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