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Latino Restaurant Owners’ Practical Optimism Leads to Tech Investments

Modern Restaurant Management

Latino small business owners, particularly in the restaurant industry, are emerging as one of the most dynamic and rapidly expanding business owners across the US. In fact, according to our Verizon Business Latino Small Business Survey , 78 percent of the Latino businesses surveyed stated that their businesses are in a better place today than a year ago, and an even greater percentage (88 percent) believe their business will be in a better place a year from now.

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Consumer Reports Raises Alarm Over Rocket Fuel Chemical in Kids’ Foods

Food Safety Magazine

After a recent sampling project, Consumer Reports is calling attention to concerning levels of perchlorate in foods, especially those intended for babies and children. Perchlorate is a chemical used in rocket fuel, some plastics, and other products. Exposure to the chemical can harm the thyroid.

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Dusit International to manage upscale hotel and luxury residential project in Bangkok

Hospitality Net

- Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a property management agreement with King Square Development Co., Ltd, a Bangkok-based real estate company established by Saha Group and Tokyu Corporation, and King Square Suites Co., Ltd. to manage Dusit Suites Kingsquare, Bangkok and KingsQuare Residence - an upscale hotel and luxury residential project slated to open in 2026.

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New changes to Codex HACCP now in force

HACCP Mentor

On September 25, 2020, the Codex Alimentarius Commission adopted the revised Code of Practice (General Principles of Food Hygiene (CXC […] The post New changes to Codex HACCP now in force appeared first on HACCP Mentor.

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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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Cornerstone Hospitality’s The Sessions Hotel in Bristol, VA Wins Prestigious Marriott Award Hotel of The Year – Distinctive Premium Brands

Hospitality Net

Cornerstone Hospitality, renowned for its exceptional hotel management and development expertise, has marked another milestone with The Sessions Hotel in Bristol, VA, being named Marriott’s Hotel of the Year for Distinctive Premium Brands. This distinguished category includes esteemed brands such as Westin, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Design Hotels, Renaissance Hotels, Gaylord Hotels, and Tribute Portfolio.

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MOP by Visual Matrix Helps Hoteliers Achieve Efficiencies in a Strained Labor Market, Industry Adoption Grows by More than 400%

Hospitality Net

Visual Matrix, a leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the hospitality industry, has increased the growth of its MOP technology 440 percent since Visual Matrix acquired the technology in November 2021. MOP is now used at more than 1,000 hotels representing than 33 brands in the industry, including Wyndham, Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and more.

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University of Michigan chef’s winning attitude is her super power

FoodService Director

University of Michigan Executive Chef Bouakhanh “Bou” Greene, CEC, shares her chef journey, which includes ongoing learning, nonstop innovation and joy in lifting up others along the way.

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SLS Playa Mujeres To Open November 2024

Hospitality Net

Who says you can’t have it all? SLS is ready to make a serious splash with the upcoming debut of its first all-inclusive resort, SLS Playa Mujeres, set on Mexico’s spectacular Yucatán Peninsula. Opening November 15, 2024, the resort will bring SLS’s subversive spirit and immersive extravagance to life at an unprecedented scale, refining all-inclusive travel and emerging as a glittering destination brimming with world-class dining, entertainment and wellness experiences.

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Cambro’s Business of the Week: South Side Party Store

the CAMBRO blog

South Side Party Store isn’t your average convenience store. In addition to the necessities, South Side Party Store offers delicious, fresh lunch specials like pizza, tacos, quesadillas, a salad bar and more. Their goal is to make it as easy as possible for locals to get a good lunch during their short break in the day. Although owner Kaylee Knaggs doesn’t have a background in foodservice, she was a quick study when her family purchased the store.

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Lüm Hotel Reopens in the Heart of Los Angeles

Hospitality Net

Lüm Hotel is thrilled to announce its grand reopening, inviting travelers and locals alike to experience its fresh, modern accommodations and elevated amenities. Centrally situated at ground zero for all types of entertainment, the Lüm Hotel sits immediately adjacent to the brand new multi-billion-dollar Intuit Dome, across the street from Hollywood Park (home to Sofi Stadium, You Tube Theater, parks, trails, and 500,000 square feet of initial offerings of local businesses and eateries) and is a

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Madrid Market Pulse 2024 – Smashing the Rate Ceiling

Hospitality Net

As the capital of Spain, Madrid holds a prominent position as a cultural, economic and political hub in Europe. Its rich history, vibrant arts scene, world-renowned culinary offerings as well as its many corporate head offices and financial institutions attract a diverse range of visitors, including both leisure travellers and business professionals.

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2029 Planned Opening For REVERB by Hard Rock® Pensacola

Hospitality Net

Hard Rock International announces development plans for REVERB by Hard Rock® Pensacola to break ground in 2026 and open in 2029. REVERB by Hard Rock® is a unique hotel brand designed to be an energetic cultural hub for connection, creation and inspiration among music fans, locals and travelers alike. This will mark the company’s sixth REVERB property joining the portfolio, with Atlanta and Hamburg, and Kalamazoo, Tampa, and Scottsdale also being developed.

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Offer Relevancy Represents the Best CDP Application Right Now

Hospitality Net

We hear the word ‘personalization’ being thrown around a lot of hospitality these days. And rightfully so, as there’s a ton that hotels can and should be doing to enhance the guest experience. What I caution from the start, though, is that this is an arms race; if every hospitality brand is gunning for improved market share or ADR growth by ramping up their personalization, then you can’t rest on your laurels.

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ADA Defense Lawyer: How to Respond to a Lawsuit filed by The Reddy Law Firm for Violation of the Unruh Civil Rights Act, California Disabled Persons Act, or ADA

Hospitality Net

An offshoot of the well-established Potter Handy firm, The Reddy Law Firm is quickly becoming known for its aggressive pursuit of claims under the California Unruh Civil Rights Act and the California Disabled Persons Act. These lawsuits, often referencing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), are primarily filed by serial plaintiffs who challenge businesses on a variety of accessibility issues, from parking and entrances to sales counters.

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The Self-Service Boom: Stayntouch Reports a 72% Increase in Hotel Kiosk Adoption

Hospitality Net

Stayntouch, a global leader in cloud hotel property management systems (PMS) and guest-centric technology, continues to elevate the hospitality industry with advanced self-service technology. Stayntouch has seen a 72% increase in hotel customers adopting its kiosk solution, comparing the last 12 months to the previous 12 months. This reflects a growing traveler preference for self-service check-in options, helping hoteliers redefine the guest welcome experience and front-office operations.

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Hospitality’s Tech Surge: Riding the 2024 Digital Marketing Wave

Hospitality Net

What are the technology investment plans of today’s hoteliers and what sort of role does digital marketing play in their planned tech spending?

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RLA Global’s Wellness Real Estate Report 2024 | Insights from CBRE’s Global Head of Hotels Research

Hospitality Net

CBRE’s Global Head of Hotels Research & Data Analysis, Rachael Rothman, CFA, ISHC, examines RLA Global’s 2024 Wellness Real Estate Report, offering valuable insights on market trends, asset performance, and investment strategies. She explores amenity profitability across hotel segments and emphasizes the importance of skilled asset management in maximizing returns in the evolving hospitality landscape.

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Vacation: The Points Guy on maximizing brand loyalty programs

Hospitality Net

Over 12 million people a month check The Points Guy (TPG) for tips on making the most of their travel experiences. Brian Kelly, TPG himself, teams up with CBRE’s Hotel Research lead Rachael Rothman to explore the latest trends in loyalty programs, what hotel brands can learn from airlines and credit cards, and how you can get into that airport lounge.

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