Wed.Jun 12, 2024

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Is Your Restaurant Business Thriving?

Modern Restaurant Management

Have you completed a small business checkup at your restaurant lately? If not, you might be overlooking ways to improve your eatery’s financial health and learn to thrive in this challenging economic climate. Full tables, employees earning solid tips, shifts being fully staffed and the restaurant having the ability to source quality provisions at reasonable prices and dependable delivery times, are among the signs the business is thriving, according to Ben Johnston, COO of Kapitus.

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EU Moves Closer to Possible Ban on BPA in Food Contact Materials

Food Safety Magazine

An EU Member States expert committee has voted in support of a European Commission proposal to ban some bisphenols, including bisphenol A (BPA), in food contact materials.

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Economic Feasibility Studies: Using AI to Provide an Assist for Tourism and Lodging Development

Hospitality Net

Your company may be looking to add a new property, updates, or an expansion. What would you do if you are asked to prepare an economic feasibility study on a new tourism and hotel development project in your area? What are the major steps that you would include in this economic feasibility study?

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To-go packaging revolution: 5 must-haves for the modern eater

Fast Casual

Sales of prepared foods and ready-to-eat meals have surged, forcing operators to adapt their packaging solutions to meet the needs of on-the-go consumers.

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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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Three Sisters, Blue Zones and what they’ve got to do with healthcare dining

FoodService Director

Morrison Healthcare provides each location of the Mayo Clinic with local culinary inspiration, and ideas keep coming, including a superstar farm-forward recipe incorporating corn, beans and squash by Chef Michael Millben.

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Building Your Team from Within: How to Retain Your Best Food Service Employees

Culinary Services Group

Since 2020, the food service industry hasn’t had it easy. Between new automation technologies, forced closures during the pandemic, and an already historically high staff turnover , leadership is finding it hard to find and keep employees who are willing to adapt to the ever-changing nature of working in a kitchen. Unfortunately, this is still the case.

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Canary Technologies Raises $50M to Accelerate AI Guest Technology in Hospitality

Hospitality Net

San Francisco, Calif. – June 12, 2024 – Canary Technologies, the global leader in hotel guest management technology, announced today that it has closed a $50 million Series C funding round. The round was led by global software investor Insight Partners, who also led the company’s Series B, with participation from existing investors F-Prime Capital, Thayer Ventures, Y-Combinator, and Commerce Ventures.

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Updates to School Nutrition Standards will raise costs, Congressional Research Service report shows

FoodService Director

The report says that the changes will cost school nutrition programs an estimated additional 3 cents per meal on average.

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Marriott Expands Footprint in France with 10 Additions Anticipated by the End of 2025

Hospitality Net

Marriott International, Inc., announced its plans to expand its portfolio in France with the expected addition of 10 properties with over 1,000 rooms by the end of 2025. The anticipated openings will further strengthen the company’s footprint in France, where it currently has a portfolio of 69 properties with over 12,000 rooms across 16 brands and 29 cities, including Paris, Nice, Cannes, Lyon, Strasbourg, Marseille, Reims, Lille, Bordeaux and Toulouse.

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Hungry Howie's Gen Z franchisee brings fresh perspective, new ideas to table

Fast Casual

Podcast host Mandy Detwiler talks to Hungry Howie's franchisee Rebecca Shannon, a Gen Z whose store is in Michigan. Shannon uses technology and innovation to make her franchise a standout.

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AJU CONTINUUM Selects Kasa to Operate Former Ace Hotel in Los Angeles

Hospitality Net

AJU CONTINUUM, a global investment company specializing in real estate, branding, and technology, today announced its partnership with Kasa Living, Inc. (www.kasa.com) to manage and operate the historic property at 929 South Broadway in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Formerly the Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles, the reimagined property has been relaunched as STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa.

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How on-site dining is celebrating Juneteenth through food

FoodService Director

Foodservice operations are celebrating the holiday with culturally diverse food, special menus, culinary demonstrations and more.

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Ringhotels expands its PMS selection with Mews to optimize guest experience

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud and winner of Best hotel PMS at the HotelTechAwards 2024, was chosen by Ringhotels as an official PMS provider as part of their efforts to drive digital transformation in the German hotel industry. The hospitality cloud is now one of seven approved options that Ringhotels hoteliers can use to optimize operations and improve the guest experience.

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USDA-FSIS Selects bioMérieux GENE-UP® CAMPLYLOBACTER as Detection Method of Choice

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) has selected bioMérieux’s GENE-UP® CAMPYLOBACTER assay for use in its Field Service Laboratories.

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Start With YES … Even If It Doesn’t End That Way

Hospitality Net

It’s time to revisit the idea of avoiding the word no, but this time, I want to approach it from a different angle. First, let me tell you about my friend Dr. Nido Qubein, a devoted husband and father, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, president of High Point University, and mentor to many, who came to this country when he was 17 with little more than $50 to his name.

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Food Safety Haiku Challenge!

Penn State Food Safety Blog

An article in Penn State News discussed insects addressed in Haiku poems. So what about a food safety haiku? The format of a Haiku is a three-line poem with five syllables in the first and third lines, and seven syllables in the second line. Here are my 'choice' offerings. Temperature check. Food safety depends on it. Sanitation too. Preventive controls.

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Integrating Inventory and Vendor Management with Workforce Solutions

Hospitality Net

In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, efficiency and seamless operations are paramount. Hoteliers not only manage a diverse and dynamic workforce but also face the challenges of maintaining optimal inventory levels and managing vendor relationships. Integrating inventory and vendor management with workforce solutions presents a holistic approach to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.

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EFSA Sets Safe Intake Levels for Iron

Food Safety Magazine

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has set new safe daily intake levels for iron, which can help inform risk managers involved in the production of iron supplements and iron-fortified food products.

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TMG Celebrates 1 Million Social Followers For Its Hotel Partners

Hospitality Net

Travel Media Group is pleased to announce they have surpassed ONE MILLION followers across all their social media hotel partner’s pages. As a provider exclusively serving hospitality, this is an exciting milestone for the company and its hotel clients.

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What’s New in the 2024 FoodTech 500 – Applications Now Open!

Forward Fooding

The FoodTech 500 is back for 2024—and it’s better than ever! This year brings several exciting updates designed to help the FoodTech ecosystem thrive. Whether it’s for a startup, scale-up, corporate, innovation hub, or even government, there are more ways to get involved. From fast-tracked applications for early birds to enabling more opportunities for companies and the bigger impact of our ambassador program, there’s plenty to look forward to.

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SiteMinder and Cloudbeds partner to create new distribution and revenue opportunities for hotels

Hospitality Net

SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, and Cloudbeds, the leading platform redefining the concept of PMS for the hospitality industry, have established a strategic partnership to expand connectivity between platforms and create new revenue capabilities for more than 60,000 hoteliers globally.

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Jack in the Box To Enter New State

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Just over a week after announcing plans to grow its portfolio in Florida, Jack in the Box is sharing additional plans for the Southeast. On June 11, the chain announced it would enter Georgia, with a franchise deal for 15 units. Sites have yet to be selected, but the brand says it is focusing on opportunities in Macon, Augusta and Savannah.

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Livaway Suites® Breaks Ground On 2nd Hotel In Salt Lake City Area

Hospitality Net

LivAway Suites® has struck again with a new hotel development recently breaking ground in Draper, Utah, about 20 minutes south of Salt Lake City International Airport. Recently named "America’s hottest job market" by The Wall Street Journal, the Salt Lake City area represents a significant milestone for the fast-growing economy extended brand. With the Draper groundbreaking, the Salt Lake City metro area becomes LivAway Suites first multi-hotel market.

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Former Papa John’s Exec Joins Carl’s Jr., Hardee’s

Foodservice Equipment Reports

With an eye on digital growth, CKE Restaurants has formed a new role. As the first chief technology and growth officer for Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s, Justin Falciola will help implement new technologies and support the digital evolution of loyalty, first-party and third-party digital channels, says a June 12 release.

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Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway Opens Doors

Hospitality Net

Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway has opened its doors to guests, marking the arrival of the latest Hilton property in Al Khobar.

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Ensuring Safety in Every Drop: How to Choose the Right Edible Oil for Your Family

FMT Magazine

By: Priyam Patel, Managing Director, NK Proteins Pvt Ltd Edible oils are a staple in every kitchen, forming the base of numerous dishes. The quality of the oil used can significantly impact health. High-quality oils not only enhance the taste of food but also provide essential nutrients and healthy fats vital for maintaining good health. Conversely, low-quality or adulterated oils can pose serious health risks, including heart disease, high cholesterol, and other chronic conditions.

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Driving Hotel Digital Marketing Momentum

Hospitality Net

In the ever-evolving, fast-paced landscape of hotel digital marketing, maintaining momentum is key to navigating the challenges and opportunities it presents. At Newport Hospitality Group (NHG), we’ve found success by embracing three core principles: methodical execution, continuous optimization, and relentless innovation. Our business is about people, and our digital strategy is no exception.

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Warning Letter Issued to Iowa Acidified Food Processor

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Midwest Foods, LLC, of Ankeny, IA. a manufacturer of salsas, sauces, dressings, and jams, with some of these products being acidified. Failed to file scheduled process to FDA for some of the acidified foods Failed to follow scheduled process for some acidified products. A few other items related to Preventive Controls, misbranding, and labeling.

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Planning granted for Resident Farringdon

Hospitality Net

Planning permission has been granted by the City of London to Mactaggart Family & Partners for The Resident Farringdon.

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Warning Letter Issued to Candy Company After Mislabeling Issue Leads to Undeclared Peanuts

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Big Island Candies, Inc. of Hilo, HI after the company recalled their Big Island Candies Makana Brownie Assortment Box for not declaring the major food allergen, peanuts, finished product label. The company became aware of the undeclared peanut after a consumer notified them that they experienced an allergic reaction to peanuts after consuming a brownie packed from the assortment box of Makana brownies.

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