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Are mobile games a viable marketing tool for your restaurant?

Restobiz

From loyalty programs to social media, apps, and more, restaurant technology is constantly moving forward. But as that technology evolves, so should your marketing strategy, and mobile games are one of the newest ways that businesses are reaching their customers. How can mobile game marketing help restaurants raise revenues? Reach a new audience Many restaurants […] The post Are mobile games a viable marketing tool for your restaurant?

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Past Salmonella and Listeria Cantaloupe Outbreaks and Lawsuits

Bill Marler

Marler Clark has been in the lead for all the Cantaloupe Outbreaks Lawsuits over the last decades. Here is a sampling: Caito Foods Melon Salmonella Outbreak – Multistate (2018) Chamberlain Farms Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak – Multistate (2012) Del Monte Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak Lawsuit – Nationwide (2011) Susie Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak Lawsuit – Washington (2002) Viva Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak Lawsuit – Washington, California (2001) Jensen Farms Rocky Ford Cantaloupe Listeria

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Using automation to enhance restaurant service

Restobiz

By Dawn Castell In the bustling restaurant industry where competition is fierce, standout customer service can make all the difference to your brand and bottom line. Service is the secret ingredient that makes a meal a memorable experience, turning many first-time visitors into regular, returning guests. Technology can help elevate service and make it the […] The post Using automation to enhance restaurant service appeared first on Restobiz.

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Trending this week: Ultraprocessed foods provide two-thirds of kids and teens calories, study finds

Food Management

This week on Food Management the Top story was top 12 college and university food service stories of 2023. College/university dining fully got its legs back in the past year after pandemic disruptions mostly dissipated.

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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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How Restaurant Operators Can Harness the Power of POS Data Analytics

Modern Restaurant Management

By investing in a data-driven POS platform, restaurant operators can address labor challenges, fine-tune their stock management, design promotions based on current trends, reduce human error and more. Recent findings reveal that researching a new POS for implementation after 2023 is a priority for 43 percent of restaurants , with 29 percent hoping to upgrade their POS for better omnichannel integrations.

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Scent Marketing for Restaurants 101

Wasserstrom

In the competitive restaurant industry, creating a memorable and immersive experience for your patrons is key to building a loyal customer base. One method that builds brand loyalty in a way that appeals to our customers’ longing for sensory-rich experiences is through scent marketing. What Is Scent Marketing? Scent marketing, also known as olfactory marketing, […] The post Scent Marketing for Restaurants 101 appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.

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North Providence High School offers grab and go lunch options

Food Management

Now, busy students have an alternative to waiting in the lunch line.

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FDA Releases New Resources for Food Traceability Final Rule Compliance

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently rolled out additional resources to help entities comply with Section 204 of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA 204), also known as the Food Traceability Final Rule.

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Meals on Wheels partnership automates 24/7 grab-and-go solution

Food Management

Albuquerque hospitals’ vending supports local community three ways.

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Ecuador company named as a supplier of cinnamon in outbreak of lead in children

Food Safety News

The company behind an outbreak of high lead levels in children who ate certain cinnamon applesauce has named the supplier of the cinnamon. Austrofood, along with Wanabana USA, has named Negocios Asociados Mayoristas S.A., operating as Negasmart, a third-party distribution company located in Ecuador, as the cinnamon supplier. Based on its investigation, the U.S.

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Elevating Food Hygiene: Chlorine Dioxide in Surface Sanitation

Food Safety Magazine

Discover how Chlorine Dioxide is transforming food and beverage sanitation, providing a safer and more efficient solution compared to conventional cleaning methods.

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CT’s Riko’s Pizza Ensures Franchise Success With Dynamic Expansion Vision

Total Food Service

In the post-pandemic landscape of America, many restaurateurs seeking franchise and real estate opportunities are embracing the thriving pizza industry as a lucrative choice. The pizza sector has demonstrated resilience during the most challenging of times and continues to grow as a popular dining option among consumers. To identify exceptional franchise and real estate prospects, restaurateurs are conducting extensive market research to understand local preferences, demographics, and competitio

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Ecuadorian Cinnamon Supplier Identified in Applesauce-Related Lead Outbreak

Food Quality & Safety

Austrofood and Wanabana USA, distributors behind recalled applesauce pouches , say that cinnamon used to manufacture the products was supplied by Negocios Asociados Mayoristas S.A., operating as Negasmart, a third-party distribution company located in Ecuador. FDA is continuing to work with Ecuadorian authorities to investigate the source of the contamination and to determine whether the cinnamon in the recalled products was used in other products or distributed as a raw ingredient to other coun

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Cantaloupe products recalled from certain Sprouts, Trader Joe’s and Kroger stores

Food Safety News

GHGA LLC is voluntarily recalling select freshcut products made from whole cantaloupe subject to a previously announced product recall initiated by Sofia Produce LLC dba Trufresh because of potential Salmonella contamination. All GHGA freshcut fruit products associated with the recalled whole cantaloupe associated with the outbreak have expired, however consumers who have purchased these items and may have frozen them for later use are urged not to consume the products and to dispose of them imm

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Andronis Hotels Expands To Paros With Addition Of Minois Hotel

Hospitality Net

Andronis Hotels, a family-owned collection of luxury five-star hotels and villas in Athens and Santorini, today announced its expansion into Paros with the acquisition of Minois Hotel Paros. This strategic expansion aligns with the ongoing plan to extend Andronis presence to Milos, with a potential upscale establishment slated to debut, tentatively in 2025.

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Police Reveal Alleged Water Analysis Fraud in Portugal

Food Safety News

Police in Portugal have uncovered potential water testing fraud involving a laboratory. Operation “Gota D´Água” led to the arrest of 19 people for allegedly falsifying analyses of water intended for human consumption. Those detained are aged between 25 and 61 years old and are accused of a range of crimes, including abuse of power and document fraud.

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Charleston, SC: Making & Preserving History

Hospitality Net

Europeans first settled in the city that would become Charleston over 350 years ago. Charleston’s rich history is one of the drivers of its thriving tourism sector, which tallied 7.68 million visitors in 2022. In the hospitality industry, Charleston continues to make history, while local initiatives are also making strides to preserve it.

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Utah reinstates raw milk dairy that caused September’s Campylobacter outbreak

Food Safety News

A raw milk dairy that lost its permit to sell its products in September is being reinstated by the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF). The permit to sell raw milk is reinstated for the Utah Natural Meat and Milk Dairy in West Jordan, Utah. It lost the co-called “Raw for Retail” permit after its milk samples were found to be contaminated with the Campylobacter bacteria that caused an outbreak.

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Hilton Expands Mexico Presence with Signing of Perla La Paz, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hospitality Net

Built in 1940, the historic 90-room Hotel Perla recently underwent a $10 million renovation and is expected to join the Hilton portfolio as Perla La Paz, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in early 2024. Known as a legendary hotel, Perla La Paz will continue to represent classic La Paz style with a nod to its Art Deco history and modernization of the city.

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Setting a New Record to Fight Food Insecurity

Tyson Food

This year, Tyson Foods has reached an annual record high in protein donations, giving more than 40 million pounds of protein – the equivalent of 120 million servings, or approximately 1,300 truckloads – to address food insecurity. The post Setting a New Record to Fight Food Insecurity appeared first on Tyson Foods.

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Cool jobs you could have in the future - What is a Brand Manager?

Hospitality Net

Welcome to a series that’s all about your future and the exciting possibilities waiting for you in the professional world! If you’ve ever wondered what cool jobs are out there, you’re in the right place. We’re kicking things off by unveiling the secrets behind one of the most creative gigs – Brand Management.

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IAFNS Third Annual Science Innovation Showcase—“Food and Nutrition: Science for the Future”

Food Safety Magazine

With the overarching theme of “Food and Nutrition: Science for the Future,” the Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences’ (IAFNS’) third annual Science Innovation Showcase will take place virtually on December 12–14, 2023.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts boosts growth in Türkiye with six signings across six cities

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, cements its growth in Türkiye with the addition of six new properties spanning six Turkish cities.

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How Table 301's restaurants hit all the right notes in Greenville, S.C.

FoodService Director

Founder Carl Sobocinski is joined by Chef Diego Campos to share how six unique concepts combined with heartfelt hospitality keep guests coming back.

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Spend an unforgettable night at JUANES’ house in Colombia, now on Airbnb

Hospitality Net

After more than 35 years of career and the release of his most personal album, JUANES opens the doors of his home for one night so that two of his fans can discover the space that has been an inspiration for every rhythm, harmony and lyric he has created. This is a sacred space for the artist, which connects him with his essence and intimacy.

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Baking Bread and Breaking Stereotypes: The Extraordinary Bakery Redefining Special Abilities

the CAMBRO blog

They say it takes a village, and that’s exactly what The Village Bakery proves. Dana Bellefeuille, her husband and their two kids with special needs had a lot of experience being around kids with many different abilities. As part of one of her kids’ education, they worked at a local hospital focusing on job and life skills. One day parents were invited to hear presentations from students about their experience in the program and ambitions.

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Tropicana Los Cabos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton mark the brand’s arrival in the region

Hospitality Net

Located just 500 feet from Plaza Mijares in the heart of the coastal getaway of San Jose del Cabo, the Tropicana Inn is scheduled to debut as Tropicana Los Cabos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in early 2024. The property is tucked in a quiet enclave near the city’s center and offers proximity to some of San Jose del Cabo’s top destinations for dining, vibrant art galleries and local shopping.

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Oxford Nanopore, WeNou Partner to Develop First Rapid, Portable Sequencing Test for Food Fraud

Food Safety Magazine

Through a newly forged partnership, Oxford Nanopore’s sequencing devices and kits, combined with WeNou’s expertise, will be leveraged to develop a validated food authenticity rapid test that meets industry standards.

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Sun Group Strengthens Luxury Sector In Phu Quoc With Five-star Resorts And Experiences

Hospitality Net

An island jewel nestled just off the south coast of Vietnam, Phu Quoc has emerged as one of the world’s most exciting and enticing international tourism destinations. An idyllic archipelago of 36 islands surrounded by tropical seas, blessed with sandy beaches, verdant forests and rich biodiversity, all complemented by authentic cultural charm and international attractions, this is an enchanting place to stay, meet and explore.Phu Quoc is no longer an up-and-coming destination, however; having we

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FAO Considering Gut Microbiome in Food Safety Risk Assessment

Food Safety Magazine

Food Safety Magazine is the leading content provider of science-based solutions for food safety and quality assurance professionals worldwide.