Tue.Jan 28, 2025

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House Ways and Means Committee proposes cutting funding for school nutrition programs

Food Management

Also in this weeks K-12 legislative update: A handful of states have introduced universal free school meal programs, A Rhode Island bill would ban certain dyes in school meals and New Hampshire takes aim at school lunch shaming.

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Are You a Manager or Leader? Here’s How to Tell and Why It Matters

Modern Restaurant Management

Leadership and management are terms often used interchangeably, but they’re far from the same. Each requires distinct skills and mindsets that play critical roles in a restaurant’s success. While managers excel at planning, organizing, and maintaining day-to-day stability, leaders inspire, innovate, and challenge the status quo to drive change.

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Charred Pineapple Daquiri

Food Management

This refreshing drink dips into two major trends predicted by McCormick for Chefs in 2025: Tropical flavors and charred items.

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EU Regulation Limits PFAS in Food Packaging, Bans Single-Use Plastic Packaging for Produce

Food Safety Magazine

Newly published Regulation (EU) 2025/40, also known as the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), limits per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging, bans single-use plastics for most produce, sets requirements for single-use containers in foodservice, and makes other changes to EU plastic food packaging rules.

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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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Black Pepper Date Cocktail

Food Management

McCormick for Chefs predicts "unpredictable" as one of its flavor trends for 2025. Based on that idea, this black pepper-date cocktail totally checks out!

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King Cake Clarified Milk Punch

Food Management

Sounds chaotic but the drink is actually perfect fuel for all-day drinking and watching (or joining!) the parade route.

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How to Open a Cafe: 12-Step Guide to Starting a Cafe Business

FoodDocs

Discover how to open a cafe using our 12-step process, the critical things you need to start your cafe business and how to stay compliant with food safety.

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Take part in FSD's first Healthcare Recipe Contest

Food Management

FSD is hosting its first-ever Healthcare Recipe Contest and we want you to be a part of it.

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A Guide to the Codex Alimentarius Commission & HACCP Guidelines

FoodDocs

The Codex Alimentarius is a compilation of internationally recognized standards for food. Discover what the Codex Alimentarius guidelines are in this guide.

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Hyatt Evolves Brand Portfolios, Continues Growth Momentum with Record Pipeline of Approximately 138,000 Rooms

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced a record pipeline of approximately 138,000 rooms as of year-end 2024, alongside a strategic brand realignment designed to enhance owner returns and accelerate growth. By evolving its brand architecture into five distinct portfolios Luxury, Lifestyle, Inclusive, Classics and Essentials Hyatt is better positioned to serve the unique needs of its guests, customers, and owners, while aligning expertise and resources to deliver exceptional value.

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Which is an Approved Method of Thawing Frozen Food? How to Thaw Frozen Food

FoodDocs

Give your food handlers confidence when it comes to knowing which is the proper thawing procedure for frozen food. Plus how to easily monitor temperatures!

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Accor’s Mövenpick Brand Opens 380-Key Hotels in Islamabad

Hospitality Net

Mvenpick Hotels, the brand synonymous with Swiss hospitality and culinary excellence, expands its global footprint with the opening of Mvenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad. As the citys first premium high-rise hotel, this landmark addition to the Mvenpick portfolio is set to redefine hospitality in Pakistans capital, offering world-class services, unparalleled dining experiences, and cutting-edge event facilities designed to deliver extraordinary and lasting moments.

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Displaying Food on Ice: When You Display Food in Ice the Food Must What?

FoodDocs

Learn how to properly display food on ice and ensure the proper cold holding temperatures to prevent bacterial growth and maintain freshness.

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The Future, Now: Advances Feed Growing Appetite for Foodservice Automation

Let's Chat Snacks

The future of foodservice has arrivedand its automated. Technologies that were once novelties are now the norm. Self-ordering kiosks, online ordering apps, robotic food preparation systems, automated scheduling software, AI-powered customer insightsthe list goes on and on for the varieties of automation that have become pervasive across the foodscape landscape.

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Barry Sternlicht Brings Back Starwood Brand – Full Timeline

Hospitality Net

Barry Sternlicht, who built Starwood into a hospitality giant before selling it to Marriott for about $13 billion in 2015, is reviving the Starwood name.

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Restaurant Food Storage Guidelines to Know in 2025

FoodDocs

Food storage is a standard operation for maintaining food safety. Read the article to learn about restaurant food storage guidelines this year.

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The Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport to Debut in Queens, New York This Spring

Hospitality Net

Century Development Group is pleased to announce that Flushing, Queens, will soon welcome The Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport as part of Marriott Internationals portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands. Set to debut in Spring 2025, this state-of-the-art, 246-room retreat will seamlessly blend urban sophistication and Westins globally renowned wellness philosophy with the rich heritage of the boroughs most dynamic neighborhood.

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The Rise of Snacking Culture and Its Implications

FMT Magazine

Many occasions and gatherings have led to the emergence of snacking as a concept. The in-between meals, where gatherings require a spruze up, snacks come into the picture. From those gatherings and a mere way to combust free time, snacking has evolved into a sector and a deeply rooted part of an individuals diet over the decades. Traditionally, snacks have been associated with unhealthy undertones, crunchy and salty mouthfeel, and small portions.

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CBRE 2025 U.S. Hotel Investor Intentions Survey

Hospitality Net

The 2025 U.S. Hotel Investor Intentions Survey reveals growing optimism among investors driven by positive outlooks on returns and distressed opportunities.

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How to Operate the Atosa Countertop Electric Fryer: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Restaurant Warehouse

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on operating the Atosa countertop electric fryer. This user-friendly appliance is designed to make your frying tasks easier and more efficient. In this blog post, we will walk you through the steps to safely and effectively use and maintain your fryer. Let's dive in! Turning On the Atosa Countertop Electric Fryer To start using your Atosa countertop electric fryer, follow these simple steps: Begin by setting the temperature knob to your desired temperature.

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From Insights to Impact: How Data Literacy is Transforming Hospitality Operations

Hospitality Net

Heres a startling reality: While your property diligently collects endless streams of valuable data - from booking patterns to guest preferences, from operational metrics to revenue indicators - much of this golden intelligence remains trapped in digital silos, untouched and underutilized.

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POULTRY WATER RECONDITIONING WITH 67% PROCESS WATER REUSE

Food Safety Magazine

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Interior Image Group Reveals Design of New Caesars Hotel in New Orleans

Hospitality Net

CROWN POINT, IN (January 28, 2025) Interior Image Group (IIG) announces the design completion of Caesars Hotel & Casino New Orleans, the newest project for the award-winning hospitality design firm. The completed design of the hotels public spaces and 286 suites and guestrooms coincides with Caesars Hotel & Casinos host hotel status for Super Bowl LIX.

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Streamline Operations with Food Specification Management: 4 Key Lessons from Trustwell’s Recent Webinar

FoodLogiQ

At Trustwell, were committed to empowering food companies with tools and insights to navigate an ever-evolving supply chain landscape. If you missed our recent webinar, Future-Proofing Your Supply Chain and Streamlining Operations with Smarter Specification Management , heres a recap of the key takeaways and how you can leverage them to stay ahead.

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CoStar, TE maintain growth projections in first U.S. hotel forecast of 2025

Hospitality Net

CoStar and Tourism Economics made minimal adjustments to growth projections in the first U.S. hotel forecast of 2025 just released at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS).

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How to Create a Powerful Audit Tool: A Step-by-Step Guide

HACCP Mentor

A comprehensive guide to creating effective audit tools and checklists for quality managers and auditors. Learn step-by-step how to design, implement, and optimize your audit process for better compliance and documentation. The post How to Create a Powerful Audit Tool: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on HACCP Mentor.

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UN Tourism in Morocco: Driving Investments and Celebrating Innovation in Africa’s Most-Visited Destination

Hospitality Net

In an official visit to the Kingdom, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili celebrated its achievements in growing tourism and making the sector a pillar of economic diversification and sustainable growth. According to the latest UN Tourism data, Morocco welcomed 17.4 million international tourists in 2024, a 20% increase on 2023, making it the most-visited country in all of Africa.

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MenuTrinfo® Statement on FDA Allergen Changes

MenuTrinfo

At MenuTrinfo, following FDA guidelines has always been our policy. We take great care to guarantee that our services, training and Certified Free From allergen certifications reflect the most current and accurate allergen information outlined by the FDA as a governing body. What changed as of January 6th, 2025? On January 6th, the FDA issued new allergen labeling guidance that included the removal of coconut and several other tree nuts from the official list of tree nuts.

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The Destination by Hyatt Brand Set to Debut in Mississippi with Okhissa Lake Lodge in 2027

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and the Scenic Rivers Development Alliance today announced the planned debut of Okhissa Lake Lodge as the first Destination by Hyatt brand hotel in Mississippi. Expected to open in 2027 on Okhissa Lake in Franklin County, the hotel will invite guests to experience 190,000 acres of the Homochitto National Forest in Mississippi through one-of-a-kind outdoor programming, amenities, as well as dynamic culinary offerings.Nestled in southwest Mississippi near Jackson

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USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong Dismissed by Trump Administration

Food Safety Magazine

The Trump Administration has fired 17 Inspector Generals serving different federal agencies, including Phyllis K. Fong, J.D., who held the role of Inspector General at USDA. The Inspector Generals for HHS and EPA were also among those dismissed.

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