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The Future of Dining in 2025 Is Smarter, Simpler, and More Personal

Modern Restaurant Management

The QSR industry is heading into 2025 at a crossroads of innovation and expectation. After a year defined by the rapid adoption of AI and other technologies, not every new tool has shown promise. At the same time, a rise in fast-food prices driven by inflation is reshaping consumer behavior, with many customers now treating fast food as a splurge rather than a convenience.

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Top Ten Food Safety Innovations of 2024

Food Safety Magazine

This years Top Ten Food Safety Innovations list was chosen based on which discoveries and technologies attracted the most attention from Food Safety Magazine readers, including new detection methods for chemical and microbiological contaminants, novel processing technologies, preharvest interventions for microbial risks, and others.

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Customer Experience in the Restaurant Industry: Reflections and Predictions through an AI Lens

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant experience was once solely comprised of human-to-human, in-person experiences. Fast food and food delivery gradually began changing that equation. Then, in 2020, we saw the restaurant industry go through a major digital upheaval, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, with the introduction of ChatGPT, we saw restaurants – and just about everyother industry – look for ways to incorporate artificial intelligence within their customer operations. 2024 was a year of ex

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What's a Critical Control Point? 4 Most Common Critical Control Points

FoodDocs

Discover the definition of a Critical Control Point (CCP), what the main CCPs are in the food industry, and how digital food safety software can help.

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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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Shaping the Future of QSR

Modern Restaurant Management

In a recent report shared by TouchBistro on the State of the Restaurant Industry for 2025, data provides key insights into a year marked by both significant hurdles and notable resilience for the restaurant franchising industry and quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators. Despite contending with rising operational costs, especially in food and labor, franchisees and multi-unit operators experienced growth in guest traffic and profit margins.

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Voluntary Recall of Northwest Naturals’ Pet Food Due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Contamination

Food Safety Tech

Northwest Naturals of Portland, Oregon announced that it is voluntarily recalling one batch of Northwest Naturals brand 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food after it was tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) virus. According to the Oregon Department of Agriculture’s website , testing conducted by the U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) and the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ODVL) at Oregon State Un

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What Is a Physical Hazard in Food? Examples and How to Prevent Them

FoodDocs

Get a comprehensive list of physical hazards in food and learn practical tips for how to prevent physical food hazards in your business.

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Quality in the Luxury Hospitality Industry Today

Hospitality Net

As we enter 2025, hospitality continues to follow the mantra that we live in a world governed by rules, or as we refer to them in the industry, standards. While these act as guidelines for hotel employees and provide them with an element of downside protection, they also end up shaping the experience of hotel guests and encouraging conformity.

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265. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 265 – Revolutionizing Kitchen Efficiency with QSR Automations

The Restaurant Technology Guys

Introduction In the fast-paced world of the restaurant industry, efficiency can mean the difference between success and failure. As restaurant technology continues to evolve, solutions like those offered by QSR Automations are changing the game.

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Iowa HHS Reports First Human Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Iowa

Food Safety Tech

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS) reported the first human case of avian influenza A(H5) in the state. The individual was exposed to infected poultry while working with a commercial flock in northwest Iowa. The individual reported mild symptoms, has received appropriate treatment and is recovering. The case was identified through testing at the State Hygienic Laboratory and confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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The Best of Cambro Blogs: Top 2024 Reads

the CAMBRO blog

As the holiday season sparkles and the year winds down, its time to celebrate the stories, insights and innovations that shaped the foodservice industry in 2024! From fresh strategies that streamline kitchen operations to sustainable solutions that inspire a greener future, this year has been nothing short of transformative. To wrap it all up, were serving a deliciously curated roundup of our most popular blogs.

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Food Safety and Sustainability with Gluten-Free Options

Food Safety Magazine

A gluten-free diet is the only treatment for individuals with celiac disease, which is an autoimmune disease affecting approximately 1 percent of the world population. Even small amounts of gluten ingestion can cause a person with celiac disease to become ill, which is why food safety is paramount.

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Pop's Beef VP reveals 3 ways to endear your brand to your community

Fast Casual

Kacie Radochonski, Pop's Beef VP of Operations, explains how staying true to the brand, actively engaging with the community and adapting to changing customer preferences is imperative for any restaurant's success.

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What Is Physical Contamination? Top 5 Physical Contamination Examples

FoodDocs

What is physical contamination? What are the best examples of physical contamination? Get the answers to those questions to maintain your food safety!

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FastCasual reveals 10 most-read stories of 2024

Fast Casual

Stories about Chipotle, Panera, Freddy's and Schlotzsky's landed on the top 10 list.

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Aim for a Home Run and Do Not Settle for Empty Pearl Shells

Hospitality Net

Sometime along the lifetime of any hospitality project development or property refurbishment the potential role and scope of some sort of health, wellness or spa component is discussed.

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Understanding Flour Weevils: Identification, Prevention, and Elimination Strategies

Probe It Food Safety

Flour weevils, commonly known as flour bugs, are unwelcome guests that can infiltrate your pantry and contaminate your food supplies. These tiny insects can quickly spread and infest a variety of dry goods. Understanding what they are, how they end up in your flour, and the steps you can take to prevent and eliminate them is essential for maintaining a clean and healthy kitchen.

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WAAYU Expands Zero-Commission Food Delivery to 25 Indian Cities

FMT Magazine

WAAYU is growing among the masses as India’s zero-commission food delivery app. They are now scaling up and have added 25 more cities to their services list. Along with this, their goal is to onboard 10,000 restaurants within six months and 100,000 over three years. This strategic move will help them target 30% of India’s online food delivery market.

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How Long Are Leftovers Good For? A List of Answers for Specific Foods

FoodDocs

How long do leftovers last? In short, 3 to 4 days when refrigerated. Get specific answers to this question inside for foods such as shrimp, steak and more.

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Diageo India and SMOOR Collaborate on Non-Alcoholic Dessert Collection

FMT Magazine

Diageo India is going to launch their non-alcoholic dessert collection, and they partnered with luxury chocolate brand SMOOR for the same. The Dessert Collection by Baileys x SMOORa combination of Baileys signature creamy flavour and SMOORs artisanal expertise. They are targeting consumers of every occasion with these offerings. Various treats like chocolate shots, chocolate bars, signature desserts, and a show-stopping centrepiece cake are the main highlights of this collection.

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APHIS Announces Updates to Indemnity Program for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza on Poultry Farms

Food Safety Tech

As part of its ongoing efforts to stop the further spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and give farmers tools to help combat the disease, the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced an interim final rule that updates the conditions for poultry facilities to receive indemnity and compensation after testing positive for HPAI.

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European hotels: November reflects the attractiveness of the destination

Hospitality Net

On average for Europe compared with November 2023, the indicators are in the green. Total occupancy rate up by 1.4 points and average daily rates up by 1.6%.

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Genetic Sequences of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Viruses Identified in a Person in Louisiana

Food Safety Tech

CDC has sequenced the influenza viruses in specimens collected from the patient in Louisiana who was infected with, and became severely ill from HPAI A(H5N1) virus. The genomic sequences were compared to other HPAI A(H5N1) sequences from dairy cows, wild birds and poultry, as well as previous human cases and were identified as the D1.1 genotype. The analysis identified low frequency mutations in the hemagglutinin gene of a sample sequenced from the patient, which were not found in virus sequence

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The Year in Review - 2024 Most Read Stories on Hospitality Net

Hospitality Net

As 2024 comes to a close, were excited to look back at the stories that resonated most with our readers on Hospitality Net this year. From thought-provoking opinion pieces to key industry insights, these articles captured the attention of hospitality professionals worldwide. Weve compiled the most-read stories from the past 12 months for you to explore and reflect on as we prepare for another exciting year ahead.

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Are You Making These 7 Common Revenue Management Mistakes?

Hospitality Net

Theres a big difference between profitable hotels and those that struggle. Surprisingly, the difference isnt related to location, quality, or service.

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6 Game-Changing Sales Strategies for Hotel Pros in 2025

Hospitality Net

Ditch the cookie-cutter approach. Its time to stand out, sell smart, and win big in the year ahead. As someone who lives and breathes the hospitality industry, Ive seen firsthand how rapidly things are changing. From groundbreaking technologies to shifting customer expectations to cutthroat competition, success today requires more than staying the courseit demands innovation, creativity, and a little bravery.

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Designing With Purpose: Luxury Frontiers’ Impact at Babanango Game Reserve

Hospitality Net

In the heart of Zululand, South Africa, lies Babanango Game Reserve, a once cattle-farmed landscape that now stands as a true testament to the power of environmental renewal. This reserve recently underwent one of South Africas most ambitious rewilding projects, reintroducing the Big 5 after nearly 150 years. The land, which is rich with history, culture, and natural beauty, has undergone an extraordinary transformation, and Luxury Frontiers had the honor of playing a key role in its incredible

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The Mille Club: Exploring SoCal Luxury at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel

Hospitality Net

A quick jaunt up the coast for Angelenos or anyone else in Southern California (SoCal) is the picturesque haven of Santa Barbara with its never-ending white sand beaches surrounded by trendy restaurants and beachfront accommodations. But drive a few minutes up the citys hills, and you will reach the El Encanto, a secluded, 7.5-acre oasis of verdant gardens tucked into the upper reaches.

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