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Building a Culture of Consistent Foodservice Safety

Modern Restaurant Management

Professionals in the restaurant industry are acutely aware of the importance of food safety, but its day-to-day implementation continues to be a challenge. Research shows that out of two million restaurant inspections between September 2022 and 2023, handwashing was the most common FDA food code violation (six percent), and 5.6 percent of violations were due to inadequate sanitization of food contact surfaces.

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New Owner of Mod Pizza To Accelerate Growth

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Mod Pizza announced July 10 that it will join Elite Restaurant Group. The new owners are “focused on accelerating growth,” according to the release. “MOD has an outstanding culture and passionate, loyal guests and employees,” says Michael Nakhleh of Elite Restaurant Group in a statement.

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Marriott International and Eagle Hills Sign Agreement to Bring Ritz-Carlton Reserve to Ramhan Island, Abu Dhabi

Hospitality Net

Marriott International, Inc. and Eagle Hills announced the signing of an agreement to open the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Anticipated to open on Ramhan Island, an exclusive waterfront destination in Abu Dhabi, the property will offer a secluded escape complete with expansive views across the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf.

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Strata, Markham Support Nonprofit Group

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Strata Group Purchasing Organization announced that its nonprofit group, Cooking Up Better Lives, has selected a recipient of the 2024 Better Lives Makeover. Hope Village in Fort Smith, Ark., earned the award. Hope Village serves as a campus of Village2Village, a nonprofit group that has assisted children-at-risk in Uganda, Thailand, El Salvador and Greece for 14-plus years.

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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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Beyond Booking: The Future of Hotel PMS in an Omnichannel World

Hospitality Net

In the not-so-distant past, hotel PMS were glorified booking engines, handling reservations and basic operations like housekeeping. Fast forward to today, and the hospitality world demands a PMS that can juggle more than just bookings. Welcome to the era of omnichannel integration, where a seamless, interconnected approach isn’t a luxury - it’s a necessity.

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UNC-Wilmington chef wins gold at Aramark Collegiate Hospitality’s National Chef Competition

FoodService Director

Regional winners from across the country came face-to-face with a top-secret mystery basket full of potential, plot twists and (spoiler alert) seafood. Judges were looking for creativity, harmony and more.

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3D-Printed Sensor in Development Can Detect Foodborne Pathogens at Low Levels Using Light

Food Safety Magazine

Researchers have developed a 3D-printed, microfluidic chip sensor that uses light to rapidly detect important foodborne pathogens at concentrations as low as 10 CFU/ml.

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A Taco Bell retirement community? Sign us up

FoodService Director

The quick-service chain is opening The Cantinas for just one weekend next month, promising a “leisure lifestyle” for all ages. Plus, French Fry Day is near.

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Two Join Ranks at West Coast Rep Firm

Foodservice Equipment Reports

The manufacturers’ rep agency EMC Hospitality has two new hires. First, the company shares that Cinthya Cheung (Saenz) is its new territory manager in the equipment division for the general Los Angeles and Orange County territories.

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For the University of Tulsa's dining program, retention starts with the interview

FoodService Director

Ed Daughtery, executive campus chef / regional director of dining at the University of Tulsa and Oliva Crow, marketing coordinator, join this episode of Onsite with FSD to discuss retention.

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Penn Dining Wins Two NACUFS Awards for Their Events and Programming

Bon Appetit Management Company

Clara Park (far left), executive chef at Quaker Kitchen, chats with (L to R) cookbook author Klancy Miller and guest chefs Sarah Thompson & Tonii Hicks Big congratulations are due to the culinary team at Penn Dining who just won two silver awards in this year’s National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) competition! When Quaker Kitchen’s (QK) executive chef, Clara Park, saw author Klancy Miller’s cookbook, For The Culture: Phenomenal Black Women and Femmes in

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Consumers are looking for cheap eats, Caesar Salad and limoncello this summer

FoodService Director

The latest consumer trend data released by Yelp reveals an uptick in these restaurant searches and several others since last year.

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HFTP, AHLA and GFC Unveil Groundbreaking 12th Revised Edition of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI™)

Hospitality Net

A newly-revised edition of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI™) is now available, published by Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®). The publication is available for purchase and download here.

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USDA and partners announce second round of School Food System Transformation Challenge Sub-Grants recipients

FoodService Director

The USDA partnered with Full Plates Full Potential and the Illinois Public Health Institute for this latest round of grant funding.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates presence in Spain with four new signings

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the signing of four new properties in Spain, adding over 500 rooms across key mature markets in desirable destinations. The latest agreements demonstrate owner and guest appetite for brands across each of IHG’s Luxury and Lifestyle (Hotel Indigo), Premium (voco hotels), and Essentials (Holiday Inn Express) collections, in what is one of the company’s priority growth markets in Europe.

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Where May Food Workers Eat During Breaks at Work? 2024 Guidelines

FoodDocs

Where can food workers eat at work on their breaks? See the latest guidelines and practical tips for keeping employees happy, well-fed, and safe!

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HGV Clubhouse by Hilton Grand Vacations to Return for 2024 FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX

Hospitality Net

The HGV Clubhouse will return to the highly anticipated FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX this fall offering fans an exclusive, all-inclusive viewing experience. Photo credit: Hilton Grand Vacations.

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DCT Abu Dhabi and Les Roches’ Hospitality Academy to Open in Zayed Sports City this September

Hospitality Net

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Les Roches Global Hospitality have revealed the location of the upcoming Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy - Les Roches, set to launch in Zayed Sports City in September 2024. The innovative new educational institution will be housed in a historic building which seamlessly blends tradition with modernity, creating a vibrant atmosphere that complements the rich history of the space and sets the stage for an inspiring learning journe

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Attracting More Guests: A Real Guide for Hoteliers to Increase Direct Bookings and Visibility

Hospitality Net

Are you a hotelier struggling to attract enough guests without breaking the bank with high charges from OTAs? Perhaps you’ve found yourself wishing you had more direct bookings, but you’re unsure of how to get there. You’re not alone. In this era of digitization and increased online competition, your predicament echoes the sentiments of many hotel managers.

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Leveraging hospitality education into a restaurant empire

Hospitality Net

In the ultra-competitive realm of higher education, hospitality schools are often erroneously regarded as mere training grounds for future hotel staff or kitchen helpers in hotel resorts. This misconception stems from those unfamiliar with the industry who often conflate vocational hospitality training with the broader curriculum of a hospitality business school.

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HVS Monday Musings: Hotel Sector’s Big Debate - Asset Light or Asset Right?

Hospitality Net

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has recently been making significant strides in the global hospitality industry. With Brand Finance ranking Taj as the world’s strongest hotel brand for the third time recently, and the remarkable growth in the company’s market capitalization, IHCL’s ascent into the Top 5 global Hotel Management companies (by market cap) is a testament to its growing global presence and influence.

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U.S. hotel results for week ending 6 July

Hospitality Net

Due to the Fourth of July, the U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through 6 July. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

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How to activate different data sources for hotel revenue

Hospitality Net

Communication is the key to a strong relationship. This holds true for you and your guests, too.

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Flexkeeping Launches First-Ever AI Voice Assistant For Multilingual Hotel Teams

Hospitality Net

Introducing Flexkeeping Assistant: A first-of-its-kind AI tool to help hotel teams communicate, manage tasks, and feel empowered in their jobs. Simply say the task out loud—and Flexkeeping Assistant does the rest.

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HITEC Rewind: Adam Mogelonsky on Wellness and Strategic Problem Solving in Hospitality with Hotel Mogel Consulting

Hospitality Net

In a recent one-on-one interview recorded during the HITEC 2024 event in Charlotte, Hospitality Net’s Simone Puorto sat down with Adam Mogelonsky, Partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting. This interview is part of our HITEC 2024 series, where we have engaged with a diverse array of speakers, exhibitors, and visitors to provide in-depth insights into the industry’s latest trends and innovations.

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BCD survey reveals gap between travel policy and traveler compliance

Hospitality Net

UTREWhile many business travelers know of and often refer to their company’s travel policy, there’s still a gap between policy awareness and policy compliance, according to a recent BCD Travel survey of 1,200+ business travelers worldwide. The survey looked at changes in travel policies and traveler satisfaction with current regulations.

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HITEC Rewind: Michael Cohen on AI’s Impact on Hospitality with GAIN

Hospitality Net

In a recent one-on-one interview recorded during the HITEC 2024 event in Charlotte, Hospitality Net’s Simone Puorto sat down with Michael Cohen, Managing Partner at Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN). This interview is part of our HITEC 2024 series, where we have engaged with a diverse array of speakers, exhibitors, and visitors to provide in-depth insights into the industry’s latest trends and innovations.

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HITEC Rewind: Natalie Kimball on Streamlining Hotel Content Distribution with Shiji Distribution Solutions

Hospitality Net

In a recent one-on-one interview recorded during the HITEC 2024 event in Charlotte, Hospitality Net’s Simone Puorto sat down with Natalie Kimball, Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Shiji Distribution Solutions. This interview is part of our HITEC 2024 series, where we have engaged with a diverse array of speakers, exhibitors, and visitors to provide in-depth insights into the industry’s latest trends and innovations.

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Azerbaijan’s Travel & Tourism Sector Set for Strong Recovery in 2024

Hospitality Net

The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has today forecast a significant recovery of Azerbaijan’s Travel & Tourism sector, with domestic tourism playing a pivotal role.

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Menu Price Increases Need a Quick Reverse Course

Hospitality Net

When industry people get together to talk about hospitality there is never any shortage of enthusiasm. Topics of discussion often include new methods, advancements, current concerns, and directional advice, but how do you know what to accept as reasonable when there is so much information to consume? The advice you receive might be progressive; however, it can also be contradictory, one directional, and even shortsighted.