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Meatless for seniors: How the dining team at Pennswood Village wowed with new vegetarian options

Food Management

The dining team at the senior living community recently introduced over 20 meatless dishes as part of its 5-week menu cycle.

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Making Your Food Delivery Business More Sustainable

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2023, a study carried out in Europe and North America took a much closer look at delivery sustainability. The results demonstrated that online consumers seek delivery services from providers committed to carbon-neutral processes. This trend of seeking out a more sustainable process of e-commerce related to food goods is not going away anytime soon.

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The FDA bans red dye No. 3 from food and other news you may have missed

Food Management

Catch up on all the foodservice news you may have missed this week with 5 things with FSD.

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Now Now NoHo: NYC’s First Sleeper Cabin Hotel Opens Reservations for April 2025

Hospitality Net

Now Now NoHo, an innovative sleeper cabin hotel located on Bowery in the heart of NoHo, New York City, is now accepting reservations for April 1, 2025, and beyond. Envisioned as a transformative boutique experience for solo travelers, Now Now NoHo offers 180 small but thoughtfully designed sleeper cabins that combine the nostalgia of European train cars with the ingenuity of Japanese capsule hotels.

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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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Can Your Food Delivery Business Be More Sustainable?

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2023, a study carried out in Europe and North America took a much closer look at delivery sustainability. The results demonstrated that online consumers seek delivery services from providers committed to carbon-neutral processes. This trend of seeking out a more sustainable process of e-commerce related to food goods is not going away anytime soon.

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Looking Back to Look Forward: 2024 Reflections & 2025 Goals

Chef Ann Foundation

Chef Ann Foundation CEO Mara Fleishman shares what inspired her from the organization's work in 2024, and the bold goals she's looking forward to pursuing in 2025.

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Starting Guide to Restaurant Business

Chef's Deal

Starting a restaurant business is a rewarding journey, but it requires careful planning and execution. From selecting a concept to securing the right equipment, every detail matters. In this step-by-step guide, well walk you through the essential aspects of launching a successful eatery and how Chefs Deal can help you. 1. Choose the Right Concept, Theme & Cuisine The first step in opening a restaurant is defining a unique concept that makes your establishment stand out.

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Study Shows Tea Bags Release Millions of Microplastics When Brewed

Food Safety Magazine

A recent study has demonstrated that millions of nano- and microplastics are released by polymer-based commercial tea bags when infused with hot water, and that these plastic particles are readily taken up by human intestinal cells.

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New Study Finds 73% of Hoteliers Believe AI Will Transform Hospitality

Hospitality Net

Canary Technologies, the industrys leading Guest Management System, today announced the release of its groundbreaking research report on AI trends in the hospitality industry, titled Navigating AI: Emerging Trends in Hospitality. The first-of-it-kind report captures hotelier attitudes toward AI and provides a roadmap for building an AI strategy, including insights on budget allocation and top use cases.

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Honoring the Hard Work and Courage of our Teams in the Los Angeles Area

Bon Appetit Management Company

The Pepperdine campus during the Franklin Fire in December 2024. Photo courtesy Pepperdine University. In early December, the Franklin Fire broke out in the area surrounding Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA, spreading from the Santa Monica mountains to parts of the campus. Due to Pepperdines unique positioning between the mountains and the Pacific Coast Highway, students were under a shelter in place order during the fire.

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The hidden cost of rate disparity: OTAs undercutting hotels responsible for 50% rise in Cost Per Click (CPC)

Hospitality Net

Hotels that allow Online Travel Agents (OTAs) to undercut their rates pay nearly 50% more for PPC leads, new research has revealed.

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Consumer Reports Calls USDA’s Proposed Regulatory Framework for Salmonella in Poultry ‘Too Lax’

Food Safety Magazine

In response to USDA-FSISs proposed regulatory framework for Salmonella in raw poultry products, Consumer Reports has called the agencys suggested enforceable standards too lax, and suggests specific changes, such as including S. Infantis as a serotype of public health concern.

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Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue Officially Opens as First Hilton Garden Inn in Greece

Hospitality Net

The highly anticipated Hilton Garden Inn Athens Syggrou Avenue hotel is now officially open, marking the debut of the Hilton Garden Inn brand in Greece. Located in the heart of Athens, this new hotel offers modern accommodation and an elevated experience for both business and leisure travelers.

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India to Ease Work Permits for Foreign Investors in Food and Beverage Sector

FMT Magazine

India is all set to simplify food and beverage (F&B) sector work permit regulation for foreign investors. The main purpose of this move is to attract experts from all over the world, which will eventually result in the sectors growth. This is how the government is showing their commitment to promoting innovation by leveraging international investment.

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Transforming Hospitality with Technology: Insights from a Tech CEO

Hospitality Net

Hospitality is an industry that thrives on human connection, but it has often been held back by outdated technology. In a recent interview on Hotel Tech Insider, Matt Welle, CEO of Mews, shared his journey from being a hotelier to leading a revolutionary property management system (PMS) company. His insights provide a roadmap for how technology can empower hoteliers to deliver better guest experiences and drive operational efficiency.

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Panera Bread Strengthens Leadership Teams to Step Up Their Marketing

FMT Magazine

Panera Bread has a stronger leadership team in marketing and culinary innovation. This is a part of their strategy that will let them make their brand presence and customer experience reach the next level. So, these appointments will mainly focus on creativity, digital engagement, and innovative menu offerings. Recently, they have appointed two key leaders: Sarah Burnett as Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing and Brad Hildebrandt as Vice President of Culinary Innovation.

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Sumemr 2025 Opening PLanned for The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, India

Hospitality Net

Set atop the Maniyagarh Hills, The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace is a 350-year-old restored royal residence offering elevated views over 70 acres of hillside and a rain-fed lake. With 66 lavish accommodations, the palace blends Bundelkhand heritage with British colonial design and features an infinity pool, lakeside dining, and a spa accessible by boat. Minutes from Panna National Park & Tiger Reserve and close to the UNESCO-recognized Khajuraho temples, it combines history, luxury, and natural beauty.

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Maximize Space and Efficiency with Modular Restaurant Kitchen Equipment

Riddhi Display

With an ever growing food services industry, maximizing space and efficiency has become the need of the hour. Whether you have a mini caf or an exotic fine dining setup, a well-coordinated kitchen is your ticket to success. Hence, modular restaurant kitchen equipment comes into picture, enhancing and streamlining your daily operations. No wonder! Your kitchen will turn into an organized, functional and scalable workspace.

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dailypointâ„¢ ranks #3 globally in CRM & Email Marketing in the 2025 HotelTechAwards

Hospitality Net

dailypoint is proud to announce its achievement of being recognized for the fifth consecutive year as a top CRM & Email Marketing solution globally by Hotel Tech Report in the 2025 HotelTechAwards. This is more than a simple achievement - it embodies dailypoints dedication to empowering hoteliers with world-class solutions.

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Trustwell Adds AI-Powered Allergen Identification Feature to Genesis Foods Software

Food Safety Magazine

Trustwell recently added an Allergen Identification feature to its Genesis Foods platform, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recognize and alert users of potential allergens for submitted ingredients, helping inform accurate labeling and potential corrective actions.

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How Hotels Elevate Direct Sales and Personalisation

Hospitality Net

As digital transformation drives the hospitality industry, direct bookings have become a key battleground for hotels. Juanjo Rodrguez, founder and CEO of The Hotels Network, sat down with Florencia Cueto to discuss the evolution of direct sales, personalisation, and the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing the guest experience.

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CHUK Partners with MahaKumbh Mela 2025 as Official Sustainable Tableware Provider

FMT Magazine

Pakka Limiteds flagship compostable tableware brand, CHUK, will be the official sustainable partner for the MahaKumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Right now, this partnership is worth 1.75 crores, which can also expand to 2.5 crore if possible. The UP government selected CHUK because it aligns with its RACE initiative. This initiative is all about controlling plastic use while promoting a clean environment in every way possible.

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The PLEDGE on Food Waste Certifies 55 Marriott Hotels

Hospitality Net

September 2023 saw Marriott International UK, Ireland, and Nordics (UKIN) set the ambitious goal to have all 55 managed properties be certified by The PLEDGE on Food Waste.

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Global Wasabi Market Poised for $422.2 Million Growth by 2029

FMT Magazine

According to Technavio, the global wasabi market can be worth USD 422.2 million by 2029. This is because multiple industries are showing interest in this. Especially personal care and the F&B sector are the main contributors and they want to target consumers seeking authentic and functional ingredients by leveraging this trend. More than that, while Asian cuisine is reaching each corner of the world, wasabis demand is also growing simultaneously and is not going to stop in the near future.

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This March, Spokane Welcomes The Louie at Davenport Hotel

Hospitality Net

This March, Davenport Hotels will debut The Louie at Davenport Hotel, set to be Spokanes newest luxury accommodations complete with Butler Service, a first for the city. The new, 48-key boutique property marks a departure from the former Davenport Lusso hotel, which underwent a multi-million-dollar rebrand and name change. The Louie will honor the legacy of Louis "Louie" Davenport, the visionary hotelier whose influence shaped Spokanes iconic hotel scene in the early 20th century.

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Its Official: Coconut is no longer a tree nut

MenuTrinfo

The FDA has officially confirmed coconut is no longer considered a tree nut on their list of allergens. January 2025, the FDA released new guidance that outlines changes to its classification of tree nuts, among other items. Most notably, coconut has been taken off the list of tree nuts along with beech, butternut, chestnut, chinquapin, cola/kola, ginkgo, hickory, palm, pili, and shea.

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Veranda House Set to Reopen in April Following a Total Rebuild

Hospitality Net

After a devastating fire, the iconic Nantucket property has been meticulously rebuilt from the foundation up, featuring spa-like en-suite baths in every room, expanded outdoor spaces, and design elements that honor the original 1684 building.

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Captain D’s Inks First European Expansion Deal

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Captain D’s has signed a deal that will bring 20 units to the U.K., marking its first move into Europe. The brand expects to open the first restaurant in the London area this year. The deal marks Captain D’s second international development agreement. In 2024, it announced its Canadian expansion in Toronto. “We are highly enthused to bring our unique brand to the United Kingdom.

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Reeco Raises $15M Series A Round to Modernize Hotel Procurement with AI-Driven Procure-to-Pay Platform

Hospitality Net

Reeco, the leading AI-driven procure-to-pay platform for the hospitality industry, announced today it has secured $15 million in Series A funding. This investment will fuel the companys strategic growth initiatives, including the accelerated advancement of the Reeco platform.

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Maximize Space and Efficiency with Modular Restaurant Kitchen Equipment

Riddhi Display

With an ever growing food services industry, maximizing space and efficiency has become the need of the hour. Whether you have a mini caf or an exotic fine dining setup, a well-coordinated kitchen is your ticket to success. Hence, modular restaurant kitchen equipment comes into picture, enhancing and streamlining your daily operations. No wonder! Your kitchen will turn into an organized, functional and scalable workspace.