Mon.Jan 22, 2024

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What Consumers Want? A B2C Checklist

Modern Restaurant Management

Understanding your diner’s requirements, preferences, and desires is the foundation for success in the modern restaurant industry. This industry seeks to develop a value proposition that speaks to its consumers and convinces them to dine in their restaurants. But precisely, how can you determine what customers want? How can you adjust your B2C marketing strategy to align with their needs and provide an elevated culinary experience?

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City ending local restaurant inspections in retaliation against its inspectors for closing a popular restaurant

Food Safety News

All the following stem from the temporary January closure of a popular restaurant called DaVinci’s at 150 Mill Street in Lewiston, Maine: —Tonight, the Lewiston City Council will likely notify Commissioner Jeanne M. Lambrew of Maine’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention, terminating the City’s agreement with the state for City inspection services of restaurants within the City.

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Ep. 162. Brian Sylvester: How the California Food Safety Act is Shaping U.S. Food Additives Regulation

Food Safety Magazine

In this episode of Food Safety Matters , we are joined by Brian Sylvester, J.D., Partner in Perkins Coie LLP's Washington D.C. office and former U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Attorney-Advisor, to talk about the nationwide ramifications and precedent set by the recently passed California Food Safety Act banning four major food additives in the state.

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Fast casual Thai concept gearing up for franchising

Fast Casual

GAI NYC specializes in Khao Mun Gai, a chicken rice dish popular in Southeast Asia.

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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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School district hopes new vending machines will increase breakfast participation

FoodService Director

Ohio County Schools recently purchased two vending machines that will offer breakfast after the bell to students.

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The Benefits of Modularization in Food Processing

Food Safety Tech

The food industry’s fast pace coupled with fluctuating consumer demands require food companies to be adaptable and responsive to changes. Food processing modularization supports these aims by allowing facilities to buy specialty equipment that is easy to install and supports a company’s growth. This includes modular automation systems that allow food processors explore new and feasible ways to streamline critical processes.

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STR Weekly Insights: 7-13 January 2024

Hospitality Net

Early January is generally a slow period for the hotel industry. Thus, this week’s robust gain (+6.3%) in average daily rate (ADR) came as a surprise given occupancy was down 1.5 percentage points (ppts). A closer look revealed that most of the growth was due to a single market—Las Vegas, which hosted the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) a week later than in 2023.

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Why Is Food Safety Important? (The Most Thorough Answer You'll Find)

FoodDocs

Food safety is fundamental in food businesses, as it ensures the protection of consumers from potential health risks and upholds the reputation and success of the industry.

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Radisson Hotel Group signs first Radisson RED hotel in Berlin

Hospitality Net

Radisson Hotel Group announces the signing of Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm, the Group’s first bold and cutting-edge upscale Radisson RED property in Germany’s capital, set to open in late spring 2024. Located just steps from Kurfürstendamm, commonly known as Ku’damm, Berlin’s iconic boulevard and one of its most famous shopping streets, and within walking distance of the famed KaDeWe department store, the new Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm is perfectly situated for those looking to explore the city, w

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Most major pathogens see an increase in Ireland

Food Safety News

The number of E. coli, Salmonella, Campylobacter, and Listeria infections has gone up in Ireland, according to 2022 data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC). During the COVID-19 pandemic, reporting rates for giardiasis, listeriosis, norovirus, rotavirus, salmonellosis, shigellosis, and toxoplasmosis in Ireland decreased compared to pre-pandemic levels.

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Winners of the HSMAI Awards Europe 2023 revealed at the annual European ROC and Award dinner

Hospitality Net

The winners of one of the hospitality sector’s most hotly anticipated events of the year, the HSMAI Awards Europe have been revealed.

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FSA reveals latest AMR in chicken and turkey meat findings

Food Safety News

Updated figures for antimicrobial resistant (AMR) E. coli, Campylobacter, and Salmonella on chicken and turkey meat in the United Kingdom have been released. A survey covered 306 fresh raw chicken and 302 turkey meat samples collected at retail in the UK from January to December 2022. A report was produced by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) under contract from the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

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sbe Forms Strategic Alliance With Wyndham, Launches New Smart Lifestyle Brand, Project HQ Hotels & Residences

Hospitality Net

sbe, the privately-held leading international lifestyle hospitality group that develops, manages and operates world-class hotels, restaurants, lounges and nightclubs, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels spanning over 95 countries, announced today the launch of a new smart lifestyle brand under the working title, Project HQ Hotels & Residences.

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Texas Christian University's Healthy Frogs program is meeting students where they are

FoodService Director

Texas Christian University’s nutrition education program has been revamped to provide a holistic approach to health and wellness with the goal of meeting students where they’re at in their nutrition education journey.

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Condé Nast Traveller Launches The ‘UK’s Top New Restaurant Awards’

Hospitality Net

Condé Nast Traveller, the global authority on high-end travel, has launched their inaugural Top New Restaurant Awards. The awards will showcase the best of what’s new on the UK food scene. From fine dining spots in major cities to cool new concepts off the beaten track – as well as up-and-coming and game changing talent – the awards will highlight the best from across the country.

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Loyola Marymount University hosts wellness challenge for students

FoodService Director

The week-long event featured a handful of plant-based recipes for students to try.

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Choice Hotels Proposes a Full Slate of Independent, Highly Qualified Individuals for Election at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Hospitality Net

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) ("Choice"), one of the world’s most successful lodging franchisors, today announced that it has proposed eight independent, highly qualified individuals to stand for election at the 2024 Annual Shareholder Meeting of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) ("Wyndham").

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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Charcuterie Meats Expands

Food Quality & Safety

USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert out of an abundance of caution due to concerns about Salmonella illnesses that may be associated with ready-to-eat (RTE) charcuterie meat products in Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler and Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta. FSIS has been working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state public health partners to investigate a multistate outbreak of 47 Salmonella -related illness

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InnSpire Partnership with RealTime Reservation Empowers Hotel Guests With Seamless Control of Their Property-Wide Stay Experience

Hospitality Net

InnSpire, the leading provider of innovative hospitality technology solutions that help drive seamless, world-class guest experiences for some of the world’s most iconic hotels and brands, has announced a strategic partnership with RealTime Reservation (RTR), a centralized inventory control and management platform that assists hotels in maximizing ancillary revenue from services and amenities.

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New Year, New Kitchen: Upgrade Your Shelving for 2024 

the CAMBRO blog

Efficient shelving is the foundation of an organized kitchen, especially as restaurants and hotels kickstart the new year. We’re here to tell you that battling rust and deterioration on traditional metal shelving needs to be left behind in 2023. After years of struggling to maintain an organized and adaptable kitchen space, you’ve probably wondered if there was another way—and we have good news for you: there is!

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Introducing Machine Learning’s Applications for Hotel Operations

Hospitality Net

So much has been written recently about how artificial intelligence (AI) in its various forms can help hotels run their businesses better by increasing guest engagement while decreasing expenses. Almost all that attention to date has focused on generative AI (genAI) and its potential to help travelers plan and book travel or to provide personalized responses to service guest or employee queries.

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GAO, HHS Urge FDA to Develop Implementation Plan for Food Traceability Final Rule

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to develop an implementation plan for the Food Traceability Final Rule.

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Massachusetts Hotel Undergoes Name Change, Rebranding

Hospitality Net

The newly named Wellsworth Hotel blends historic ambience with rich amenities for the leisure and business traveler.

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LTI Spotlights Three Outstanding Rep Groups for Exceptional Performance

LTI, Inc.

LTI has awarded three rep groups for stellar achievements in 2023. The honorees include Scott Murphy with Southern Food Equipment Reps, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Helix Solutions Group, awarded Rep Group of the Year, and Kaufmann & Associates, receiving the Triple Crown Award. Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Scott Murphy with Southern Food Equipment Reps, has represented LTI for more than 32 years.

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Coffee Break! Insights about coffee culture at EHL

Hospitality Net

At EHL Lausanne, where 4 tons of coffee is consumed per year, a unique survey was brewed, capturing the essence of coffee culture among its vibrant community. This exploration delved into the aromatic world of coffee, seeking to understand not just the consumption patterns, but the deeper, personal connections people have with their daily cup. From students to faculty, the survey painted a rich tapestry of preferences, habits, and cultural significances, offering a glimpse into the role coffee p

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The Pulse of Patient and Resident Care: Trending Topics from Our Member Community

AHF

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, staying connected and informed is crucial. Over the past month, our online member community has been buzzing with discussions on various topics, reflecting the commitment of our community members. Let’s take a closer look at the latest activities and conversation topics that have been shaping our discussions.

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Aman Resorts Plans for 42-key property in Hegra, Saudi Arabia

Hospitality Net

Aman Resorts is partnering with KUN Investment Holding and AlUla Development Company to create the Aman Hegra project.

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E. Coli Outbreaks, The Gift that Keeps on Giving

FoodHandler

Late in December, in response to possible E. coli contamination, we saw a recall issued for 7,000 pounds of ground beef. While 7,000 pounds of ground beef is not a lot in the grand scheme of the meat industry, it did impact multiple states. This came on the heels of another recall in early December [.

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Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo Unveils New Multi-Bedroom Villas and Transformative Enhancements

Hospitality Net

Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, a world-class eco-luxury retreat located within the 1,400-acre private resort community of Peninsula Papagayo, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its 25 new 1-2-3-bedroom residential villas. Coupled with a reimagined signature restaurant, Ostra, and a newly-opened beach club, Casa de Playa, the resort has elevated and transformed the guest experience from beginning to end.

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Insinger Hires Business Development Director

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Insinger has welcomed Kim Croft to its team as director of business development. Croft will oversee all dealer, rep and consultant relationships. She also will develop and integrate new sales strategies, programs and incentives for the manufacturer’s valued distribution partners, the release states. Croft brings a wealth of experience to the role.

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