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Restaurants in real-time: today’s foodservice industry and where we’re headed

Restobiz

By Jessica Brill As the foodservice industry progresses on the road to recovery, the post-pandemic landscape continues to challenge a great number of restaurateurs. Inflation, staffing shortages, and government policies threaten the livelihoods of so many hospitality businesses, as many operators work to get back on their feet. Prior to the pandemic, the average monthly […] The post Restaurants in real-time: today’s foodservice industry and where we’re headed appeared first on Restob

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What Restaurant Employees Want

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators have a variety of opportunities to improve their staff experience, according to What Restaurant Employees Want, a state-of-the-industry report from 7shifts. The research details what matters most to industry workers and what operators can do to provide an excellent staff experience. Among the highlights: Restaurant employees crave recognition and feedback.

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EU to Develop New Traceability Requirements to Tackle Honey Adulteration, Revises Origin Labeling Rules

Food Safety Magazine

The European Commission is taking strides to improve honey authenticity, including setting new origin labeling requirements, and the development of harmonized traceability requirements and improved methods of composition analysis and origin tracing. The Commission is assembling a group of experts called the “Honey Platform” to advise this work and is accepting applications.

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A Slice of America

Modern Restaurant Management

Fantini's New Haven Style Apizza and its owner, Jimmy Fantin, will be featured in "A Slice of America: Charred in the Florida Sun" premiering Thursday, July 11 at 7 pm at the Lyric Theatre in Stuart, FL. Directed by Gorman Bechard, known for his acclaimed documentary "Pizza A Love Story," and hosted by pizza historian Colin M. Caplan, this film explores the rich history of New Haven-style pizza and Fantin's unwavering passion for perfection.

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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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Malachy Parts & Service Teams With Manufacturer

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Malachy Parts & Service and Pasmo America have entered into an agreement. Effective immediately, MPS will serve as the master parts distributor and service partner for Pasmo in the Northeast region. As the master parts distributor, MPS will stock and distribute genuine Pasmo parts, ensuring timely availability for Pasmo equipment owners in New Jersey and New York City.

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Marcone Expands Footprint in Western Canada

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Marcone has expanded its footprint in Western Canada, pointing to significant repair industry growth in the region as the reason behind the move. The parts distributor recently opened a 48,000-square-foot regional distribution center in Calgary. Marcone says it can now ensure delivery to 90% of the Canadian population with next-day ground service.

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Technology and Sustainability in Hotels

Hospitality Net

Hotels are increasingly turning to technology as a powerful ally in the quest for sustainability. Today’s technology enables hotels to implement eco-friendly practices that reduce their environmental footprint and are cost-effective. By leveraging smart systems for energy management, water conservation, and waste reduction, hotels can meet the growing expectations of today’s environmentally conscious travellers while enhancing their bottom line.

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The Importance of Food Safety Auditing

Food Safety Tech

To begin to understand the importance of food safety auditing, it is essential to know what a food safety standard comprises in terms of auditing. Food safety standards are a set of rules and regulations established by regulatory agencies, such as FDA (21CFR117), international organizations, i.e., World Health Organization (WHO) or Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), and industry bodies, such as SQF, to ensure the safety and quality of the food supply chain.

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Sexual harassment prevention in hospitality: An integrative framewwork

Hospitality Net

The hospitality and tourism industry significantly contributes to the global economy. In 2022, the direct contribution of travel and tourism to the global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was approximately USD 7.7 trillion, representing a 7.6% share of the global economy, marking an increase of 22% from 2021 and a recovery nearing pre-pandemic levels (World Travel & Tourism Council, 2023).

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FDA Proposes FSMA 204 Exemption for Certain Cottage Cheeses

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a proposed exemption for certain cottage cheese products from the requirements of the Food Traceability Final Rule, fulfilling Subpart 204 of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA 204).

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RIU teams up with Achilles to make its supply chain more sustainable

Hospitality Net

RIU Hotels & Resorts is the first major Spanish international hotel chain to sign a global agreement with Achilles, a world-renowned expert in supply chain risk management that is specialised in ESG (environmental, social and governance) criteria. This agreement represents a significant milestone in RIU’s business relationship with its suppliers and reflects its commitment to the Proudly Committed sustainability strategy, as RIU’s entire supply chain must be involved for the company to make sign

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Student cook-off brings friendly competition and new menu items to Norwich public Schools

FoodService Director

The winning dishes, including a peach chicken alfredo, will be served to students next week.

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GenAI Copiloting Use Cases for Hoteliers Applicable Today

Hospitality Net

One of the foremost ways that generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) will help hoteliers is through tools that function much like how individual people are using ChatGPT today: to help with the creation of text. Before looking at specific use cases that senior hotel leaders and managers can try out right now, some theory is in order.

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NIH Clarify Position on CWD Risk to Humans - Never Said No Risk

Penn State Food Safety Blog

A recent study presented evidence that CWD prions were unlikely to move from animals [deer] to people. Experts have come out to clarify this and to say that there is low risk, but not to assume no risk. "They weren’t able to transmit chronic wasting disease to these human cerebral organoids, but that's not a human," he said. "And there are so many other factors that go into transmission outside of such experimental spaces.

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Podcast - The Art of the Sellout: Demand Drivers & The Booking Curve

Hospitality Net

Join Daniel Foreman and Jeff Eskew from Lighthouse’s Revenue Strategy Services team as they unravel the critical role of demand drivers in shaping the booking curve. Through compelling real-world examples, including a high-stakes college football game night and a routine midweek sellout, this episode reveals how to harness demand factors to optimize occupancy and revenue.

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FDA Updates Regulations for Genomic Alterations in Animals

Food Quality & Safety

FDA has released new regulatory processes for intentional genomic alterations (IGAs) in animals, citing the need to update due to evolving science and innovations in animal biotechnology. “These updated guidance documents demonstrate our commitment to facilitating innovation while ensuring product safety,” Tracey Forfa, director of FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, said in a prepared statement.

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The Courtyard Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town Unveils Renovation

Hospitality Net

Positioned in the artistic heartbeat of the city near iconic landmarks like the Armory Center for the Arts and Pasadena City Hall, The Courtyard by Marriott® Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town has concluded an extensive property renovation. Under the management of HHM Hotels, the property’s refreshed guest rooms and communal spaces pay tribute to a skillful blend of old and new that reclaims the heritage of Pasadena’s early downtown charm, creating a canvas that serves as a stylish hub for guests and

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Low Temp Industries (LTI) Announces Winner of SNF Equipment Grant

LTI, Inc.

News | June 14, 2024 LTI is thrilled to announce the recipient of the School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) equipment grant for the 2023-2024 school year. This prestigious grant, valued at up to $30,000, has been awarded to Frederick County public schools in Winchester, Virginia. The grant will enable the district to enhance its school nutrition services significantly, fostering better health and academic performance among students.

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Brand Dilemma: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Launching New Brands – An Unbiased Perspective

Hospitality Net

Hala Matar Choufany contributes her insights on the “Brand Dilemma: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Launching New Brands – An Unbiased Perspective".

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EU Expert Group Recommends 117 Substances for Restriction in Food Supplements

Food Safety Magazine

he EU Heads of Food Safety Agencies (HoA) recently published a list of 117 substances that should be prohibited or restricted in food supplements to protect public health.

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Luxury Family Hotels welcomes back guests to a newly renovated New Park Manor Hotel

Hospitality Net

New Park Manor, part of the Luxury Family Hotels collection, has reopened its doors following a significant renovation. The New Forest property, located just outside Brockenhurst, has undergone a full refurbishment of all 25 rooms and public areas including The Vinery and Stag restaurant spaces, the expansive family-friendly spa and multitude of children’s facilities such as the Ofsted-registered Four Bears Den children’s club.

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ExxonMobil and Supply Chain Partners Make Recyclable Laminate for Food Packaging

Food Safety Magazine

In collaboration with supply chain partners, ExxonMobil has successfully helped develop a recyclable MDO-PE//PE laminate, suitable for a variety of foods and liquids.

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Historic Amsterdam Hotel Completes Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation

Hospitality Net

The College Hotel Officially Reopens with Luxurious New Design, Modern Features & Fresh Amenities Complementing its More Than 125-Year History.

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New Direct Temperature-Controlled Chilling/Heating Dry Bath for Samples in Food Safety Labs

Food Safety Magazine

Torrey Pines Scientific has unveiled its EchoTherm™ Model IC50—a Peltier-driven, chilling/heating dry bath with exact sample temperature control.

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Atrium Hospitality Debuts Multimillion-Dollar Renovation at Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa in Arizona

Hospitality Net

Extensive Makeover of Full-Service Phoenix-Area Hotel Includes 100,000 Square Feet of Event Space.

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8 Best Food Traceability Software Solutions for Producers

FoodDocs

We curated 8 of the best food traceability software solutions for food production and manufacturing companies to simplify your search.

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Courtyard by Marriott La Paz, Baja California Sur Opens Its Doors in the Most Exclusive Area of the City

Hospitality Net

The Hotel’s Innovative Design and Flexible Space Adapt to the Needs of Today’s Modern Traveler.

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Look closer: Plant-based innovators are joining forces

GFI

June 14, 2024 Share this page on Facebook Share this page on Twitter Share this page on LinkedIn “Collaboration is key; no single organization can solve complex global challenges alone.” – Paul Polman Creating sustainable solutions for the food we eat around the world is the challenge and opportunity of a lifetime—impossible to solve alone, yet completely achievable together.

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Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism Sector Reached Record-Breaking New Heights Last Year

Hospitality Net

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism sector broke all records last year, reaching new milestones across four key metrics.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces National Strategy to Reduce Food Loss and Waste and Recycle Organics

Food Safety Tech

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the White House announced the National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics as part of President Biden’s whole-of-government approach to tackle climate change, feed people, address environmental justice, and promote a circular economy.

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