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UK FSA Testing of Raw Pet Food Shows Dogs, Cats at Medium Risk of Salmonella Infection

Food Safety Magazine

Testing and sampling of raw dog and cat food sold at retail across the UK has shown a high prevalence of significant foodborne pathogens, putting pets and pet owners at varying risk of infection by different bacteria, according to the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA).

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Tech24 Acquires Arizona-Based Varitech

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Greenville, S.C.-based Tech24 has partnered with Varitech Commercial Services, an Arizona-based commercial refrigeration, HVAC and commercial kitchen equipment service and repair company. Varitech has served the refrigeration, HVAC and kitchen equipment needs of restaurants, assisted living facilities, hospitals and other commercial facilities throughout Southern Arizona since 1996.

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Chinese fuel tankers being used to transport both fuel and food oil products, without any cleaning process between

Food Safety Tech

On July 2, the Beijing News reported that the state-run oil and grain company, Sinograin was using the same tanker trucks to transport both fuel and food oil products, without any cleaning process between. According to the website, ChinaMediaProject.org, the tankers were transporting soybean oils and syrups together with coal-to-oil (CTL) products, which use coal as a raw material to produce oil and petrochemical products through chemical processing.

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Lessons From Gaming: What Can Hospitality Learn From Video Games?

Hospitality Net

Are you a PlayStation pro or a Nintendo novice? From consoles to PCs to phones, gaming is a multi-billion-dollar industry, with estimates valuing the worldwide market at around $350 billion.

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What is Food Sanitation? Tips for Effective Sanitation

FoodDocs

Every food handler must be aware of proper food sanitation practices that must be monitored every day. Learn what are the examples and the best practices.

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First-party data is key in a new era of digital advertising

Hospitality Net

Data and cookies have long been used in advertising to understand, target, retarget, track, and report on consumers’ purchasing journey. Many of these capabilities have been enabled by third-party cookies, the technological cornerstone of personalized digital advertising.

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Travelodge Announces Recruitment Drive to Fill Over 300 Jobs Across the UK

Hospitality Net

Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel, has launched a recruitment drive to fill over 300 jobs across its business. The company operates over 600 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain, with 47,000 rooms, employing more than 13,000 people. Travelodge is committed to flexible, secure employment, reflected in its ‘Find where you Belong’ company initiative, which ensures inclusivity, support and flexibility for all its colleagues to be their true self at work and belong.

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Jarred Tahini Recalled After Testing Finds Salmonella

Penn State Food Safety Blog

AB World Foods US, Inc. of Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, is voluntarily recalling Al’Fez Natural Tahini in 5.6oz glass jars because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. To date, AB World Foods US, Inc. has received no reports of illness related to the recalled product from consumers in the United States. The potential for contamination was noted after testing by the company revealed the presence of Salmonella.

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MEININGER Hotels expands to Spain

Hospitality Net

New hotel building, directly at the trade fair.

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RTE Granola Facility Issued Warning Letter in Wake of Salmonella-related Recall

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issued a Warning Letter to PepsiCo for their Quaker Oats manufacturing facility located in Danville, IL, a facility that manufactures RTE granola bars and RTE cereals. This facility issued a recall of product for Salmonella in December of 2023. In April of 2024, the facility was closed. Noted in the report was timing, which is interesting. On November 22 and 23, 2023, you collected a (b)(4) sample of “Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars” from Chewy Line (b)(4), which was reported as a presumpt

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citizenM redefines the hybrid work experience with the launch of co-working

Hospitality Net

In response to the evolving needs of modern professionals, hotel and lifestyle brand citizenM is expanding its innovative membership program to include co-working benefits across its portfolio of 34 hotels (and counting) worldwide. Designed to serve the growing demand for flexible co-working space and on-the-go solutions, this initiative embodies citizenM’s commitment to fostering creativity and connection in the heart of urban landscapes.

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Food Tank's 22 Podcasts on Food, Farming, and Sustainability

Food Recovery Network

At FRN, we are big fans of Food Tank. This global nonprofit powerhouse is dedicated to transforming food production and consumption, focusing on education, advocacy, and collaboration to make a tangible difference. With FRN’s very own Executive Director, Regina Harmon, on its Board of Directors, we aim to contribute to this work and the on-the-ground solutions it champions.

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Faster Service, Happier Guests: How Technology Transformed Bohemia Suites’ F&B Operations

Hospitality Net

The Bohemia Suites & Spa Gran Canaria is beloved by its guests, significantly outperforming other luxury hotels in Europe based on online guest satisfaction ratings. To learn how they have achieved these results, we spoke with Papis Diouf, the property’s Food and Beverage Manager, who was responsible for implementing operating processes and technology that allows their teams to deliver the service that is earning their category-leading reviews.

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Avoid These Common Mistakes During Recalls

Food Safety Experts

A Recall Guide for QA Departments When it comes to ensuring food safety, quick and efficient recall processes are paramount. QA departments play a crucial role in safeguarding consumers by swiftly addressing potential issues with products. However, several common mistakes can hinder their efforts. By recognizing and rectifying these pitfalls, QA teams can enhance their effectiveness and protect public health.

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The Power of Networking at the Boutique Hotel Owners Conference

Hospitality Net

The Boutique Hotel Owners Conference, hosted by the Boutique Lifestyle Lodging Association (BLLA), stands as a pivotal event for the boutique and lifestyle hotel industry. Bringing together professionals from across the globe, the conference offers unparalleled opportunities for attendees to connect, collaborate, and grow their businesses. This event focuses on the power of networking, as evidenced by the glowing testimonials from participants.

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Food recalls this week

Food Safety Chat

FSAI Undeclared presence of cereals containing gluten and nuts in Marks and Spencer Chocolate Cornflake Mini Bites. FSA recalls Undeclared wheat in all batches of True Natural Goodness Giant Cous Cous. Update to undeclared soya and peanuts in a batch of Al Arjawi Red Thyme Spice Preparation Mix Recall of specific batches of Al'Fez Natural Tahini due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

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How well are you coaching your hotel teams?

Hospitality Net

In this episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Karen Stephens, Revinate CMO, and JC Thompson, Founder and CEO of Pursuance, step into the world of performance coaching — exploring what it means to be a good coach for your hotel staff, especially for reservations departments. Thompson describes the pitfalls of traditional performance coaching methods on staff morale juxtaposed with performance coaching that centers hotel data application and group positivity.

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Overseas Operations Using Potentially Contaminated Cooking Oil

Penn State Food Safety Blog

A Chinese state media investigation found "tank trucks were delivering chemicals and edible oil interchangeably without cleaning." "The furor follows a bombshell investigation published on July 2 by the state media outlet Beijing News, which found multiple cases of tank trucks transporting edible cooking oil immediately after delivering chemicals used for coal-to-liquid processing.

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Rashed Darwish Al Ketbi (RDK) Group Unveils The Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai

Hospitality Net

RDK Group, a renowned leader in real estate development, proudly announces that the Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai are now open, marking a new chapter in premium living and hospitality.

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How Sustainable Water Solutions Can Enhance Efficiency and Environmental Impact in Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Water is a precious resource that is becoming more scarce. The United States Environmental Protection Agency found that water used in hospitality and food service establishments accounts for an estimated 15 percent of the total water use in commercial and institutional establishments, amounting to an average of 25,000 gallons per day. With 58 percent of consumers prioritizing sustainability when dining out, embracing sustainability within restaurant operations isn’t just a goal, but

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Renowned Spanish Hotel Brand Globales Adopts SiteMinder Revenue Technology Across 54-Property Portfolio

Hospitality Net

Majorca-headquartered Globales has adopted SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, across its expanding 54-property portfolio. The partnership, which comes amid a summer that is expected to see international travellers to Spain grow by 8% from last year’s record season, will enhance the powerhouse hotel brand’s financial performance and streamline its operations.

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Should restaurant owners encourage customers to pay by credit cards?

Hospitality Net

A recent discussion on LinkedIn prompted this post. There is a noticeable and growing trend to charge customers paying by credit card an additional fee. Yesterday, the restaurant I had lunch at, had a 4% surcharge if you paid by credit card. Last week, a popular barbecue place I visit, had a printed menu with two price columns: one for cash and the other for credit card payments.

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AI’s Flight Path: The Emergence of the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) in the Hotel and Airline Industries

Hospitality Net

The "Chief AI Officer"—or CAIO—is one of the hottest new job titles in the corporate circuit, and both the hotel and airline industries are embracing this role to stay competitive in the digital era. LinkedIn reports that the number of companies with a “Head of AI” position has more than tripled in the last five years. When IBM and Dell cut the ribbon for their Chief AI Officers last year, the race was on, and it wasn’t long before Accenture, Arizona’s renowned Mayo Clinic, and WPP heard the cal

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First ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham Opens in South Carolina

Hospitality Net

Mandeep Singh joins Wyndham to oversee the future development and successful rollout of ECHO Suites as openings follow in Texas and Virginia in the coming months.

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Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound Celebrates Completion of Expansive $40 Million Renovation

Hospitality Net

Beloved family resort hosts ribbon cutting to mark recent opening of new entertainment and attraction offerings, dining concepts, updated guest suites, and more.

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The Hilton Burlington Lake Champlain Makes Full Transition to Hotel Champlain, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hospitality Net

Hotel’s $9 Million Property-Wide Renovation Includes Burlington’s First Oyster Bar, Original Skiff.

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Japan’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Surpass Previous Records in 2024

Hospitality Net

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) forecasts a record-breaking year for Japan’s Travel & Tourism sector, with its economic contribution, job numbers, and visitor spending, all set to reach historic levels.

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Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area Reveals Modernized Design, Guest Enhancements

Hospitality Net

Upgrades to indoor and outdoor rooms and event spaces offer enhanced comfort and convenience for all travelers.

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Reuben Brothers Appoints Auberge Resorts Collection to Operate Cambridge House in Mayfair

Hospitality Net

Transforming the former In and Out Military Club, Auberge continues strategic growth in Europe.

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HITEC Rewind: Ryan King on Enhancing Guest and Employee Experiences with Shiji

Hospitality Net

In a recent one-on-one interview recorded during the HITEC 2024 event in Charlotte, Hospitality Net’s Simone Puorto sat down with Ryan King, Senior Vice President, Americas at Shiji Group. This interview is part of our HITEC 2024 series, where we have engaged with a diverse array of speakers, exhibitors, and visitors to provide in-depth insights into the industry’s latest trends and innovations.

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Preparing an Inclusive Next Generation of Hospitality Professionals, Innisfree Hotels Partners With Project SEARCH To Train Young People with Disabilities

Hospitality Net

Innisfree Hotels prides itself on being an Employer of Choice in the communities across the Southeastern U.S. where it owns and manages properties. One of the ways it stands out is through an inclusive partnership with Project SEARCH, a nationwide program that prepares young people with significant disabilities for success in competitive integrated employment.