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Governor Hochul wants to bring universal free school meals to New York

Food Management

Also in this weeks K-12 legislative update: An Oklahoma bill would expand universal free school meal access in the state.

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How Restaurants Can Manage Food Costs During Disruptions

Modern Restaurant Management

Experts have deemed recovery from the pandemic “complete ,” but a new set of challenges has emerged for restaurants: labor shortages, disrupted supply chains, and extreme weather. Amid these potential disruptions, operators need a fresh approach to managing food costs. Here are seven strategies to boost adaptability and resilience while safeguarding the bottom line.

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What the workplace dining experience will look like in 2025, according to Eurest

Food Management

The B&I foodservice giant predicts major change in workplace dynamics, moving away from fast-casual convenience in business dining to social staple/connecting force in the coming year.

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11 Key Benefits of a Restaurant Inventory Management System

Sculpture Hospitality

Discover the benefits of a restaurant inventory management system, from reducing waste to boosting profits. Learn how to simplify your operations.

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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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Cappadocia Marriott Hotel Opens in Turkey

Hospitality Net

Marriott Hotels, the namesake brand of Marriott Bonvoys extraordinary portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, today announced the opening of Cappadocia Marriott Hotel. Nestled within the moonscape landscapes of Cappadocia, the property is the largest and newest hotel in the region, offering travelers a gateway to the storied destination.

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Whitman College Launches Permanent Station Centered on Indigenous Foods

Bon Appetit Management Company

Lunchtime at Whitman’s Cleveland Commons dining hall on the day of their First Foods station launch. Crowds of guests, both students and members of the public, lined up in Whitman Colleges Cleveland Commons dining hall in early December to get a taste of smoked rainbow trout, roasted elk, root vegetables, and house-made frybread with huckleberry jam during the launch of Bon Apptit at Whitmans First Foods station, a celebration of Indigenous cuisine that will be featured on the first Friday

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IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Al Harithy Group to launch Vignette Collection in Jeddah

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the worlds leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of The Venue, Vignette Collection Jeddah Corniche. This collaboration with Saudi Arabias dynamic Al Harithy Group marks a significant milestone in Jeddahs hospitality sector, catering to the growing demand for authentic, curated hospitality experiences in the bustling city.

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Indian Cuisine Aims for Global Recognition: Food Minister Paswan

FMT Magazine

Union Food Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras has encouraged the idea of globalising Indian foods. He wants Indian foods to be served on dining tables across the world. This is because everyone is aware of how rich and diverse the countrys culinary culture is. So, the main point is why it should not be a worldwide choice. With this approach, Mr Paras advised to collaborate among stakeholders, including chefs, exporters, and the government, to promote Indian dishes globally.

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Content Strategy for Hotels in 2025: It’s Time to Embrace AI

Hospitality Net

Content marketing has long been the anti-marketing tool for astute marketers. In a world where ads are ignored, phone calls go unanswered, and emails go straight to the spam folder, sharing helpful content allows brands to engage target audiences without overtly promoting products.

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Foodservice Operators Share 2025 Outlooks

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Tune in as operators share 2025 perspectives as part of FER’s annual state of the industry coverage. Vice president of national operations Scooter’s Coffee, Omaha, Neb. “At Scooter’s Coffee, 2025 is all about redefining operational excellence with bold, guest-focused service.

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Choice Hotels International Launches National Marketing Campaign to Inspire People to Maximize their Vacations and "Check Into More"

Hospitality Net

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the worlds largest hotel companies, has unveiled its new global marketing campaign, inviting travelers to "Check Into More" across its 22 diverse hotel brands. Developed around the insight that 95% of U.S. travelers want to spend part of their trips on new and unique experiences, this campaign showcases how Choice Hotels provides the best value for your money, allowing guests to maximize their memories away from home.

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On the Calendar in 2025

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Take stock of 2025 industry events to look forward to: Feb. 24-25 FCSI Carnival 2025 Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta fcsita.org Feb. 26-28 The NAFEM Show 2025 Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta thenafemshow.org March 25-27 Pizza Expo & Conference Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas pizzaexpo.

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NEWH, Inc. Announces Inaugural SOHE Scholarship Winners

Hospitality Net

NEWH, Inc. (Network of Executive Women in Hospitality), the premier association committed to scholarships, advancing education, mentorship, and networking in the hospitality industry, has announced Fiona Rath and Aiden Stich as the winners of their inaugural Structures of Hospitality Excellence (SOHE) Scholarships. Recipients will be honored at a ceremony during ALIS DESIGN+ at the JW Marriott in Los Angeles on January 31, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.

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Why Canning in Foodservice Really Isn’t a Good Way to Preserve Fresh Produce

FoodHandler

Canning has long been a trusted method for preserving fresh produce, offering a way to extend shelf life and minimize waste. I grew up canning garden produce at home with my family and to do this day, I still can salsas, meat broths, pickles, and other tomato products for home use. In fact, it is [.

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IHG returns world-renowned Holiday Inn brand to Tokyo

Hospitality Net

132-room ANA Holiday Inn Tokyo Bay to open in April following extensive renovation.

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Recommitting to Food Safety in 2025, One Meal at a Time

FoodHandler

The start of a new year is a great time to cast aside old habits and the regrets of things you wanted to do but never found the time in past years. For the last few years, I have started out my blog for the year the same way trying to encourage you to [.

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IHCL Sets New Growth Benchmark in 2024 with 85 Signings and 40 Hotel Openings

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), Indias largest hospitality company, sets a new growth benchmark with 85 signings and 40 openings in 2024, taking its portfolio to 360 hotels with an industry leading pipeline of 123 hotels.

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USDA-FSIS Work Plans for 2025 Prioritize Regulating Salmonella in Poultry

Food Safety Magazine

Per the USDA-FSIS Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2025, the agency will focus on its proposed framework for Salmonella in poultry, including its regulation of Salmonella as an adulterant in certain products. FSIS will also work on truthful labeling, modernizing laboratory methods, and other efforts.

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IHCL Expands Presence in Himachal Pradesh, Signs a Taj Resort in Chail

Hospitality Net

The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), Indias leading hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj resort in Chail, Himachal Pradesh. The conversion project includes expanding the resort to 100-keys.

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FDA Found Food Safety Failures at Taylor Farms, the Onion Supplier in McDonald’s E. Coli Outbreak

Food Safety Magazine

Uncovered through a FOIA request, an FDA form sent to Taylor Farms Colorado Springs facilitythe supplier of McDonalds onions behind the deadly Escherichia coli outbreak that occurred in late 2024documented dozens of food safety and hygiene violations.

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Hilton Announces Four New Properties in France Including Brand Entry

Hospitality Net

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of four new hotels in Lyon, France, following franchise agreements with Arteloge.

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ReposiTrak, Upshop Partner to Enable Grocery Retail Traceability

Food Safety Magazine

ReposiTrak and Upshop have partnered to integrate their technology platforms, creating an end-to-end traceability solution by connecting traceability data from the supply chain to the retail store.

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Stayntouch Drives Record Growth in 2024, Set for Accelerated Expansion in 2025

Hospitality Net

Stayntouch, a global leader in cloud-based hotel property management systems (PMS) and guest-centric technology, had a standout 2024, achieving a 146% year-over-year increase in new hotel customers added. This milestone, combined with strong platform adoption, fueled the highest year in revenue growth in the companys history and sets the stage for continued success in 2025.

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How It All Began: The History of FSMA

MSU Agrifood Safety Produce Bites

In this episode, were joined by Kristin Esch from the FDA and Produce Safety Technicians Allissa Conley and Morgan Anderson as they dive into the history and purpose of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. They discuss how it all started, why food safety is so important, and the benefits of a proactive versus reactive approach to produce safety. In this episode, we're joined by Kristin Esch from the FDA and Produce Safety Technicians Allissa Conley and Morgan Anderson as they dive into the history and

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G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo 2025 Grow by 50%, Returning with Increased Space and Opportunities for New Businesses

Hospitality Net

Following the success of the 2024 event, which marked its fifteenth successful year, G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo will return to Macau from May 7-9, 2025 at the Venetian Macao. With strong support from the Macao SAR government and key industry players, the event will once again foster growth and innovation across the gaming and non-gaming sectors.

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Just Salad Opens First Drive-Thru Unit

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Just Salad, a fast-casual concept focused on health and sustainability, has opened its first drive-thru location. Located in Livingston, N.J., the drive-thru location caters to guests on-the-go. It also offers dine-in services, providing flexibility for those who want to eat on-site.

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WIWT: Revolutionizing Hotel Social Selling

Hospitality Net

Wish I Was There (WIWT) is disrupting the hotel industry by taking social selling to a whole new level. Forget the complexities of managing social media and influencer collaborations. WIWT offers a streamlined solution that bridges the gap between hotel marketing and distribution, opening up a world of new opportunities for hotels to connect with potential guests.

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To Have & To Hold: Your Guide to Hot Holding Cabinets

Foodservice Equipment Reports

There’s little guesswork when it comes to a hot holding cabinet’s function. “It gives you the ability to make the food in advance, but then keep it at serving temperature without continuing to cook it or drying it out,” summarizes one manufacturer. As straightforward as it may be, makers have worked to differentiate their units via digital controls, insulation improvements and more.

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Sertifi Wins Best Payments Solution in 2025 HotelTechAwards

Hospitality Net

Sertifi, developer of a complete revenue-accelerating agreements platform and hospitality-tailored payment processor, SertifiPay, is excited to announce they have ranked #1 on Hotel Tech Reports Global Best Payment Processing Software list for the second year in a row.

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An Inside Look at Ice Machine Advancements

Foodservice Equipment Reports

From filling ice baths and blanching foods to keeping drinks cool for customers, ice plays an important role in every foodservice operation. Any downtime means you’re left scrambling to purchase bags of ice to keep the kitchen running, costing time and money.