Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 2, 2024

We’re seeing more and more of it: people at our restaurants choosing to sit by themselves and have their meal alone. It’s been identified as an emerging dining trend – with a 2020 study by NPD Research Group finding single diners have increased their share of U.S. restaurant visits to a record 35 percent. This shift in consumer behavior underscores the need for restaurants to cater to this growing customer demographic.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

The Think Tank on the Future of Food Safety Auditing represents a pivotal step in the quest for a safer, more transparent food supply chain. Collective efforts, rigorous research, and strategic recommendations have laid the groundwork for transformative changes in food safety auditing, as will be discussed at a May 9 session on "The Future of Food Safety Auditing" at the 2024 Food Safety Summit.

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Bon Appetit Management Company

APRIL 2, 2024

James Wideman, sous chef, Mouhamed Mboup, executive chef, Carla Crawford, cook, Darbelis Rodriguez, foodservice worker, and Deborah Day, union chef, celebrate their victory. Bon Appétit at the University of Pennsylvania hosted their first annual Wellness Cup competition as part of their Dine Well, Eat Smart wellness series. Each residential all-you-care-to-eat café was challenged to create their own version of plant-forward street food.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

The People’s Republic of China has released 47 new or updated standards in the Chinese National Food Safety Standards. USDA has provided an unofficial English translation of the announcement about the changes to the Standards.

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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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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Radisson RED Vientiane is anticipated to open its doors in Q4 2024, introducing this pioneering (upper)upscale brand’s bold spirit and world-class business and leisure facilities to Laos.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the launch of the adults-only Hyatt Vivid brand with the opening of Hyatt Vivid Grand Island in Cancun, Mexico. The modern all-suite resort offers a relaxed atmosphere with a host of enriching experiences to complement the resort’s lush surroundings. The newest resort in Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection marks the continued growth of Hyatt’s brand footprint in Mexico with additional openings to follow later this year.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

The 54th session of the Codex Committee on Food Hygiene (CCFH) convened in Nairobi, Kenya on March 11–15, 2024 to discuss unresolved specifics of guidelines adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission during its 46th session in November 2023, as well as new work proposals.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Percor Capital, owners of Hotel Indigo and Staybridge Suites Dundee, have revealed the first look at their newly opened, state-of-the-art bar, Eighteen Twenty-Two which welcomed guests and visitors this weekend following a one-million-pound refurbishment. The refurbishment also showcases a stylish new look hotel lobby and additional guest parking.

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FoodService Director

APRIL 2, 2024

Also in this week’s K-12 legislation update: Lawmakers pen a letter to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture asking that potatoes remain a vegetable in the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and a pair of bills in Virginia that would set up a farm-to-school task force head to the governor for signature.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

The Meritage Resort and Spa proudly unveils its $25 million renovation, presenting 322 transformed guest rooms alongside its existing luxurious 147 guest rooms and suites, now boasting a total of 467 modern, spacious guest accommodations. This extensive renovation also encompasses a new lobby and expanded bar area, refreshed ballrooms, pre-function and meeting rooms, an updated chic bowling lounge, a reimagined café and grab-and-go outlet, and added a premier steakhouse and a Champagne lounge.

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Thomas Cuisine

APRIL 2, 2024

April is Autism Awareness Month, which has a special place in the heart of Alison Patt, CEO and President of Thomas Cuisine. It also plays an important role in her passion around food and service, and how she came to join Thomas Cuisine in 2020. In a Thomas Cuisine meeting, Alison shared the positive impact that REAL food can have on managing autism symptoms and quality of life, through the story of her son, Joey.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Proper Hospitality today announces management and operations of Montauk Yacht Club, the historic 107-key luxury seaside resort and marina in The Hamptons owned by Safe Harbor Marinas. Joining The Collective - Proper Hospitality’s roster of independent hotels - Montauk Yacht Club will also debut a multi-million dollar renovation, introducing refreshed facilities and a brand new dining experience upon the season opening this May.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

APRIL 2, 2024

MAFSI’s Q4 Business Barometer shows overall sales once again were lower than forecasted, coming in at a gain of 1.1% versus 1.7%. Overall sales in Q3/23 were up 2%. Q4/23 represents the 10th quarter of retrenchment from the post-COVID surge, says Michael R. Posternak, CEO at PBAC and Associates, in the executive summary.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Among the cobblestone streets and red brick accents found in downtown Tribeca, Firmdale Hotels’ third New York property, the Warren Street Hotel, sticks out with its striking blue exterior and bright yellow top developed by architecture firm, Stonehill Taylor. The property, which is the sister hotel to Crosby Street in SoHo and The Whitby in Midtown, comes from the hands of British designer and Firmdale founder, Kit Kemp, and her daughters, Minnie and Willow.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

APRIL 2, 2024

Chester’s Chicken has announced the appointment of industry veteran Bill Rice as its EVP, head of sales, operations and supply chain. In January, Rice came out of retirement to join the brand. Prior to that, he was senior vice president at Krispy Krunchy Foods, where he spent seven years.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

The Meet the Money® 2024 program has launched on MeetTheMoney.com, and we’re excited to bring you a conference packed with the experts you want to hear from. Join us in Los Angeles for three days of high-level discussion panels and special industry presentations focused on financing, investment, deal-making, and success in this year’s market.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

ImagoAI’s Galaxy for Mycotoxins Test, which the company calls the “world’s fastest” with results provided in less than 30 seconds, has achieved Performance Tested Methods SM (PTM) certification from AOAC International.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Popular Aquidneck Island Hotel Undergoing Total Interior Renovation; Sister Property Homewood Suites by Hilton Receives Interior Updates.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

Romer Labs has received Performance Tested Methods SM (PTM) certification from the AOAC Research Institute for its quantitative AgraStrip® Pro Total Aflatoxin WATEX® test kit for corn and peanut paste.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Following the announcement that Google will abandon the "pay-per-stay" model for its metasearch products, the company has unveiled a series of enhancements to its travel services.

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FMT Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

Nestled in the bustling streets of Juhu, Mumbai, Luuma House stands as a beacon of culinary innovation and adventure in the city’s dynamic landscape.A Project led by Pallavi Shetty fromTitanium Ventures, Luuma House transcends the boundaries of conventional dining, offering patrons an unparalleled experience that tantalises the senses and ignites the palate.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Cal Poly Pomona’s Collins College of Hospitality Management honored the Marriott family at its gala fundraising event, Hospitality Uncorked 2024, which took place on Saturday, March 9, 2024. The event recognized Marriott’s industry-setting global influence and gratitude for Marriott’s philanthropy to the college. The gala welcomed a record number of guests for an evening of celebration, networking, and fundraising.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

APRIL 2, 2024

Ice machine rental provider Easy Ice has scooped up Wholesale Supply, a Longview, Texas-based company that sells, leases and services commercial ice machines.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

The Premium, Midscale & Economy (PM&E) division of Accor, a leading hospitality group, proudly announces the signing of six significant projects in the first quarter of 2024, reinforcing its commitment to growth and innovation in key markets across Asia. These signings showcase the group’s diverse portfolio across these market segments and dedication to offering exceptional hospitality experiences throughout the region.

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Food + Tech Connect

APRIL 2, 2024

Image Credit: Taste Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. In the ever-evolving landscape of food and labor economics, two headlines stand out: “We Need to Talk About Trader Joe’s” delves into the underbelly of the beloved grocery chain’s business practices, spotlighting accusations of aggressive copycatting that have drawn ire fr

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

The charming Boutique Hotel Torre di Cala Piccola in Monte Argentario, which had been owned for 30 years by Cala Piccola SpA, is now part of Erqole; a company within the Swedish group, Qarlbo AB, owned by the Jonsson family. As part of its growing Italian portfolio, Erqole owns and manages the new boutique hotel on the island, LA ROQQA, and its exclusive beach club, Isolotto, in addition to managing the restyling of Fattoria La Capitana in Magliano, province of Grosseto, and the complete renovat

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

From constructing towers to landscapes, Penn State students are building physical representations of business strategies and practicing creative problem-solving as part of the “Lego Learning Initiative for Hospitality Management Education.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

After decades of supporting communities across South East Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts has published its inaugural South East Asia Communities Report, to celebrate the partnerships it has forged to help improve thousands of lives across the region.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

Read the latest edition of the HVS ANAROCK monthly industry update, Hotels & Hospitality Overview (H2O), for the key trends in the Indian hospitality industry.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 2, 2024

As Women’s History Month ends, I am reflecting on the progress we’ve made toward gender inclusivity and the empowerment of female leaders in hospitality. Several years ago, we published a report with Castell, that showed that women held more leadership positions in commercial functions than the hospitality industry as a whole. We can use the upcoming Commercial Strategy Conference (slated for June 24th – 27th, in Charlotte) as a litmus test to these advancements.

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