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Remembering another Valley Meats E. coli Recall

Bill Marler

The sad thing about doing this kind of work for over 30 years is that my memory still functions and I recall too much. On New Years Eve Day, FSIS push out the following recall notice: Valley Meats, LLC, a Coal Valley, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 6,768 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. As we look to 2024, we can expect… Further investments in data, loyalty, and AI will transform how quick service brands build authentic customer engagement Virtual brands unlocking growth potential and emerge as a game-changer for table service and fast-casual operators Bold fintech moves, as the role of payment processo

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Meat samplers sold at Sam’s Club linked to illness from Salmonella contamination

Food Safety News

Public health officials in Minnesota are warning the public to not eat Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler that contain prosciutto, sweet sopressata, and dry coppa because of Salmonella contamination. The implicated sampler products were sold at Sam’s Club locations. The investigation is ongoing. No photos of the implicated products were available at the time of the posting of the public warning.

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How to Manage Ten Common Risks in the Food and Beverage Industry

Food Safety Magazine

For those leading the food and beverage industry, there is tremendous opportunity for growth—but with growth comes risks that can negatively impact operations, profitability, and reputation.

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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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Infant formula recalled over Cronobacter concerns

Food Safety News

Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition (MJN) is recalling select batches of Nutramigen Powder, a specialty infant formula for the dietary management of Cows Milk Allergy (CMA) in 12.6 and 19.8 oz cans from the U.S. market because of possible contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii in product sampled outside the U.S. According to the recall, all products in question went through extensive testing by MJN and tested negative for the bacteria.

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USDA Explores Food Safety Applications of Antimicrobial Mushrooms

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA’s ARS) is looking into the antimicrobial properties of mushroom extracts and how they can enhance food safety against aflatoxin-producing fungus and bacteria.

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A Sea Change for Marine Foodservice Equipment

Foodservice Equipment Reports

There was a time when fine dining on cruise ships had its limits. Not so anymore. Of the foodservice offerings on newer ships, like Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady, “I’ve never seen anything like it in all the work I’ve done landside,” says one marine equipment manufacturer. At Virgin Voyages’ Gunbae Korean BBQ concept, there’s at-table cooking, with a glass dome above tables serving as a hood.

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More children identified in outbreak of lead poisoning traced to applesauce

Food Safety News

The number of children affected by extremely high levels of lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches continues to grow. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are now reporting a total of 287 patients, up from its count on Dec. 22 when 251 patients from 34 stats had been reported to the agency. The Food and Drug Administration had received reports of 82 reports of children with lead poisoning as of Dec. 26.

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Halton’s Rich Catan Retires

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Halton has announced the retirement of Rich Catan, after 32 years of service. Catan most recently served as director of marketing and segment development. Sarah Marcotullio will step up as his successor, taking on the role of marketing director. She previously held the title of marketing manager. Catan’s journey with Halton began in 1991 as the northeast regional manager in the U.S.

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4 marketing ideas for the month of January

FoodService Director

January is full of food centric holidays and of course it’s the beginning of a new year. From National Popcorn day to National Croissant Day, here’s a look at four ways to engage diners in the coming weeks.

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Maintenance: How to Stay Reliably Cool

Foodservice Equipment Reports

It is Friday afternoon, and the kitchen is busy preparing for the dinner rush. Without warning, a loud knock emanates from the depths of the walk-in cooler. A bang reverberates throughout the kitchen, and the knocking stops. Within minutes, the cooler’s thermometer shows rising temperatures that rapidly climb into the danger zone where harmful bacteria thrive.

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Infant formula recalled in Canada over possible Cronobacter contamination

Food Safety News

Mead Johnson Nutrition (Canada) Co is recalling certain Enfamil brand Nutramigen A+ LGG Hypoallergenic (infant formula) from the marketplace because of possible Cronobacter sakazakii contamination. Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition (MJN) also recalled select batches of Enfamil brand Nutramigen Powder in the U.S. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the recalled products were distributed nationally in Canada.

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Publisher’s Note: Future Forward

Foodservice Equipment Reports

I hope you had a terrific holiday. Please accept my best wishes for a healthy and happy 2024! I’m not sure where 2023 went, but there is no time to look back as the new year is kicking off with a bang! MAFSI is holding its annual conference this month, followed by FER’s Multiunit Foodservice Equipment Symposium (MUFES) the last week of January in sunny and warm Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

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Satori Collective Completes Sale of 124-Suite Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpharetta-Windward Parkway

Hospitality Net

Officials of Satori Collective, a real estate investment management firm focused primarily on hotel property investment, today announced the sale of the 124-suite Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpharetta-Windward Parkway to Bukhari Group Hospitality. Satori achieved an approximate 24% internal rate of return and a 2x equity multiple through the sale.

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Pinstripes Begins Charting New Path in 2024

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Today, Pinstripes began trading on NYSE under the ticker symbols “PNST” and “PNST WS” following the completion of an anticipated business combination. The deal with Banyan Acquisition Corp. was announced in June and finalized on Dec. 27, 2023. With that, Pinstripes has become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Banyan, which has changed its name to Pinstripes Holdings, Inc.

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Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou Welcomes Guests to a Private Island Oasis

Hospitality Net

Four Seasons, a global leader in luxury hospitality, in collaboration with the Hong Kong leading developer Sun Hung Kai Properties, announces the grand opening of Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou. This new Hotel is a testament to the strong partnership between the two, set to become a dazzling new landmark in Suzhou and the Yangtze River Delta region, redefining the paradigm of urban luxury resorts.

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Alto-Shaam Promotes European Sales Professional

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Further investing in support for key customers, partners and dealers across Europe, Alto-Shaam has promoted Francesca La Chiusa to the role of European sales director. La Chiusa joined Alto-Shaam as European business development manager in 2018. The company says she has “continually impressed, demonstrating her ability to develop and create strategic partnerships in new markets.

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2027 Opening Planned for Mandarin Oriental Gellert, Budapest

Hospitality Net

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is set to revitalize and rebrand the historic Gellert Hotel in Budapest, renaming it as the Mandarin Oriental Gellert, Budapest. Slated to open in 2027, the hotel will showcase an Art Nouveau design and emphasize wellness.

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5 Questions With Laura Lentz of Culinary Advisors

Foodservice Equipment Reports

What led you to a career in foodservice design? I always dreamed of working in a restaurant. When I was young, I set up bufflet dinners for my family on our ironing board and even participated in a 4-H napkin folding contest. I followed that passion and went into the hospitality sector after college, managing a restaurant and later an inn. But both of my parents were architects and I grew up.

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Publisher’s Platform: Remembering another Valley Meats E. coli recall

Food Safety News

— OPINION — The sad thing about doing this kind of work for over 30 years is that my memory still functions and I recall too much. On New Years Eve Day, FSIS push out the following recall notice: Valley Meats, LLC, a Coal Valley, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 6,768 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S.

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From the Editor: A New Year

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Take a look back and forward in our new issue. On Page 11, in Power Up, you’ll find some of FER’s biggest stories from the past year, courtesy of Managing Editor Lauren Coughlin. Then on Page 42, see what’s happening in the year ahead as Contributing Editor Beth Panitz shares data-backed viewpoints from some of the industry’s leading forecasters.

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States opt out of Summer EBT program

FoodService Director

Also in this week’s legislative update: A federal bill would help summer meal sites with rising costs and Delaware introduces a lunch shaming bill.

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HSMAI Europe Podcast: Tomorrow Starts Now Episode 5

Hospitality Net

Welcome to the fifth edition of the employer branding podcastseries for HSMAI Europe.

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13 Benefits of Streamlined Menu Options

Culinary Digital

In the ever-evolving food industry landscape, one concept stands out as a catalyst for operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and improved customer satisfaction: streamlined menu options. Whether you run a bustling kitchen, manage a dynamic catering service, or are involved in any food-related business, your menu choices can significantly impact your organization’s success.

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Breaking Ground: FCS Solutions Expands Across Europe To Answer The Call For Cloud-Based Hotel Operations Software

Hospitality Net

FCS Solutions, global leading provider of hospitality technology, has unveiled its strategic expansion across Europe, marked by the establishment of two new offices. This move comes in direct response to the accelerating adoption of its comprehensive cloud-based solution, FCS1, by hotels in the region.

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DG Sante audits show Austria, Slovakia can improve raw milk controls

Food Safety News

The European Commission’s health and safety division has published findings from two assessments looking at controls on milk and dairy products in Austria and Slovakia. A DG Sante audit in January 2023 made seven recommendations in Austria, including attention to raw milk. Austrian legislation sets conditions for raw milk sold to consumers and prohibits sale of raw milk and cream to schools and crèches.

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Turning The Latest Spa Designs and Trends Into Profits

Hospitality Net

COVID 19’s impact on the latest spa and wellness trends is undeniable.

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AFDO’s 2024 conference set for Grand Rapids

Food Safety News

The Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) has released most of the details for its 128th Annual Educational Conference. The June 9-12 event is scheduled to be held in Grand Rapids, MI. AFDO’s Annual Educational Conference will be held at the Amway Grand Plaza, in the heart of the downtown Grand Rapids business and entertainment district. The hotel is 18 minutes from the Gerald F.

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Custom Stainless Enclosures Awarded ISO 9001 Certification

Food Safety Magazine

Custom Stainless Enclosures Inc. has been awarded ISO 9001 certification for its custom-built stainless steel electrical enclosures for extreme indoor and outdoor environments.

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Atosa ATFS-75 Heavy Duty 75 LB Stainless Steel Deep Fryer

The Restaurant Warehouse

The ATFS-75 75 Pound Commercial Fryer This floor model deep fryer is designed for easy placement in commercial kitchens, restaurants, pubs, and food trucks. It can be operated using either natural gas or propane gas as a fuel source, and has a 75 lb capacity, making it perfect for handling large quantities of french fries, chicken wings, and potato skins.