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McDonald's E. coli outbreak prompts onion recalls; US Foods, Sysco take action

Food Management

No traces of the pathogen have been found in the produce, but vendor Taylor Farms and at least one of the distributors it uses, US Foods, have begun a recall.

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Strategies for Achieving a Zero-Waste Kitchen in Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry has been undergoing some significant changes of late. One of the most prominent is its engagement in the zero-waste movement. Leaders in the sector have noted not just the potential to attract customers who are increasingly making purchasing decisions based on their environmental ethics. It’s also a more fiscally responsible approach to business, reducing overheads caused by unnecessary resource consumption.

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How Sodexo’s updated Mindful program is embracing a new era of wellness

Food Management

Over a year in the making, the food management company’s new and improved wellness program aims to take a more holistic approach to health.

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Major Chains Pull Onions Due to E. coli Concerns After Taylor Farms Confirmed as McDonald’s Supplier

Food Safety Magazine

Amid the ongoing E. coli outbreak, Taylor Farms has been confirmed as the onion supplier to the affected McDonald’s locations. As a result, national restaurant chains are proactively pulling onions from their menus. FDA is still investigating whether onions are the vehicle of illness.

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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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Authenticity and community are the drivers behind Compass Group’s new Heritage Kitchen program

Food Management

Heritage Kitchen, Compass Group's new cultural culinary program, allows the foodservice provider's dining locations to team up with local businesses and promote global and local cuisine.

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How Do LTI’s TempestAir Refrigerated Cold Pans Work?

LTI, Inc.

Projects | October 25, 2024 LTI developed TempestAir refrigerated cold pans to hold products in open pans at a temperature of 40° F or less. Watch the video to learn more about its features and benefits for use in refrigerated serving counters. Then download product data and spec sheets.

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New 130-Key Hyatt Centric Opens in the Dominican Republic

Hospitality Net

Hyatt announced today the opening of Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo, the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in the Caribbean. Located within the stylish Ensanche Piantini neighborhood, this new lifestyle property welcomes savvy business and leisure travelers to explore the historical and modern sites in the Dominican Republic’s capital, from high-end shopping to upscale dining and entertainment, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized Colonial Zone, renowned for its 16th-century archite

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Another Biological Hazard of Concern for People on Cruise Ships

Penn State Food Safety Blog

A report in CDC MMWR this week looks at two recent Legionnaires Disease outbreaks that were linked to hot tubs on cruise ships. "Legionnaires disease is a serious pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. Hot tubs can be a source of Legionella growth and transmission when they are inadequately maintained and operated." The rapid spread of norovirus on cruise ships has been an ongoing risk, and cruise ships lines have established tight procedures for this including extensive cleaning and quarantin

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2024 GBTA WINiT Summit and Gala Illuminates Women Professionals in the Business Travel Industry, Unveils New WINiT Path to Parity Initiative to Reach 50/50 Gender Equality by 2035

Hospitality Net

Career development and advancement for women in the global business travel industry was at the forefront as GBTA WINiT celebrated a decade of commitment to helping women move forward in their careers yesterday at its annual Summit, Awards Ceremony and Gala held at the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport in New York City.

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CA Noodle Company Received FDA Warning Letter for Failure to identify Hazards and Implement Controls

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issues a Warning Letter to Alfred Louie Inc, a sprouting operation and noodle manufacturing facility, located in Bakersfield, CA. The items noted in the Letter include: Did not conduct a hazard analysis to identify and evaluate known or reasonably foreseeable hazards for each type of food manufactured, Did not identify and evaluate allergens as a known or reasonably foreseeable hazard to determine whether allergens are a hazard requiring a preventive control.

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Hyatt Regency Huangshan Hengjiangwan Celebrates Its Opening

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Huangshan Hengjiangwan, a modern getaway set amidst the beautiful Huangshan city in China. Nestled along the serene banks of the Hengjiang Wetland Park, this hotel offers an idyllic retreat for travelers seeking to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Huangshan and to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Huizhou’s mountains, rivers and valleys.

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FDA Issues Warning Letter to Hawaiian Farm operation for Produce Safety Rule Violations

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issued a Warning Letter to a farm operation in Hawaii for violations from the Produce Safety Rule. The items noted in the report include: Did not provide personnel with adequate, readily accessible toilet facilities, including toilet facilities readily accessible to growing areas during harvesting activities - specifically, while at the papaya growing area, FDA investigators did not observe any toilet facilities.

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Raffles Hotels & Resorts Celebrates The Official Opening of Raffles at Galaxy Macau

Hospitality Net

From exceptional service to distinct design and unparalleled culinary experiences, the all-suite destination presents a world of beauty, wonder, and inspiration.

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Update - E. coli Outbreak Linked to Quarter Pounders, Onions Recalled

Penn State Food Safety Blog

CDC provided an update of the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonalds quarter pounders. There are now 77 cases with 22 hospitalizations and 1 death across 13 states. With the federal inspectors focusing in on sliced onions, the supplier, Taylor Farms has recalled whole peeled and diced onions. This is not the first foodborne illness outbreak linked to onions.

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Thompson Hotels Presents A Taste of Thompson Chef Series

Hospitality Net

The Brand’s Culture Lives Here Platform Grows with a New Content and Dining Series that Offers Exclusive Access to World-Class Chefs Shaping Culinary Culture.

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Parts Town Helps Fund Technician Education

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Parts Town distributed 10 technician scholarships—two per each CFESA region—while at CFESA’s annual conference earlier this month in Savannah, Ga.

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BWH Hotels Hosts 3,000 Attendees At Accelerate Conference Showcasing Global Strategy And Momentum For The Future

Hospitality Net

BWH Hotels, the leading hospitality enterprise comprised of three hotel companies including WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay® Hotels, hosted its annual convention this week in Charlotte, North Carolina. With “Accelerate” as this year’s theme, nearly 3,000 attendees, including BWH Hotels’ hoteliers, operators, and partners from around the globe, came together to celebrate one another’s accomplishments and set the groundwork for a successful year ahead and beyond.

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S.O. Connected – Fall 2024 Issue Release: The Cost of Quality – Investing in People, Capital, and Operational Excellence

AHF

The latest issue of S.O. Connected is now available in the AHF Member Resource Library. Explore the intersection of quality, strategic investment, and operational efficiency in this latest issue, The Cost of Quality: Investing in People, Capital, and Operational Excellence. Filled with insights and practical guidance, this issue helps healthcare foodservice and senior dining operators navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare, manage rising costs, and strategically invest in their teams and

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Pendry Hotels & Resorts Announces Opening of Pendry Natirar

Hospitality Net

Reimagining One of America’s Great Estates Built in 1912, Pendry Natirar Opens in New Jersey’s Enchanting Countryside of Somerset County.

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Former Applebee’s COO Joins Qdoba

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Fast-casual Mexican restaurant brand Qdoba has appointed Kevin Carroll as COO. Carroll will be responsible for all aspects of Qdoba’s operations strategy and execution across about 800 restaurants in the U.S., Puerto Rico and Canada. Qdoba says Carroll’s appointment comes on the heels of the brand posting a 7.

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Exploring the Future of Property Management Systems: Learnings from Hotel Tech Report

Hospitality Net

Property management systems (PMSs) have been around since the 1970s. Fifty years on, those early pioneers bear little resemblance to today’s cutting-edge PMSs, and now the rate of innovation seems faster than ever.

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10 excellent Black Friday campaign examples for hotels

Hospitality Net

They’re coming! The best 2024 Black Friday offers and discounts are landing in your email inbox soon. Chances are you will find one or more offers that will draw your attention and encourage you to make a purchase.

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Top 6 Environmental Management Concerns Hotels Should Consider

Hospitality Net

Sustainability is a growing problem in the hotel industry. The hospitality sector alone produces 1% of total global carbon emissions each year, with hotels consuming eight times more resources, like water, than their surrounding local communities.

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ITB Asia 2024 solidifies its position as the must-attend event for travel professionals in APAC

Hospitality Net

Asia’s leading travel trade show concluded with remarkable success, hosting over 45,000 business appointments, attracting more than 18,500 attendees from 85 countries, and featuring 1,950 exhibitors. Additionally, over 1,400 high-quality buyers contributed to a dynamic business and networking environment. 160 top speakers shaped the future of travel at the ITB Asia Conference.

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New regulations in the Swiss banking sector: Public Liquidity Backstop

Hospitality Net

On March 16, 2023, the Federal Council of Switzerland declared an emergency order introducing the Public Liquidity Backstop (PLB)1. In doing so, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) granted a CHF 100 billion loan to Credit Suisse (federal default guaranteed)2. In September of the same year, the Federal Council also presented its (provisional) draft bill concerning the PLB for banks of systemic importance3.

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Amadeus & UN Tourism Report Reveals Continued Growth in Travel to the Americas

Hospitality Net

A new report released today by Amadeus in collaboration with UN Tourism reveals continued growth in demand for travel to destinations across the Americas, despite economic and geopolitical challenges.

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Spain’s Malaga to ban new holiday flat permits in 43 neighbourhoods

Hospitality Net

Malaga will ban new short-term tourism rentals in 43 neighbourhoods of the city, the latest step taken by Spanish authorities to address residents’ concerns that they are being priced out of the property market by the booming tourism business.

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77% of global markets grew RevPAR against last year, Japan generating more momentum

Hospitality Net

STR’s global "bubble chart" update for the four weeks ending 12 October 2024 shows 77% of markets with year-over-year growth in revenue per available room (RevPAR). That was a substantial 14-point increase in the proportion of global hotel markets experiencing matched period RevPAR gains in last month’s update.

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voco Hotels Launches Birdie Bean, a Fun New Coffee Brand for Travelers

Hospitality Net

voco Hotels, a premium hotel brand under IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), has launched a new coffee brand called Birdie Bean. Using organic coffee beans sourced from Pu’er, Yunnan, the brand combines local specialty ingredients to uphold its commitment to environmental sustainability and provide guests with diverse experiences. The first Birdie Bean coffee shop was opened at voco Suites Shanghai Hongqiao CBD and was unveiled at the 9th Shanghai Lujiazui Coffee Festival from October 23 – 27. voco Hote

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IHG’s Atwell Suites Expands Footprint with Three New Hotels in Dynamic Travel Hubs

Hospitality Net

Atwell Suites announced expansion of its U.S. presence with the upcoming openings of three new hotels in Kansas City, Mo., Henderson, Nev., and Fort Worth, Texas. These additions build upon previously opened properties in Miami, Denver and Austin, further expanding IHG Hotels & Resorts’ all-suites, upper-midscale hotel brand.

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