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Restaurant Safety: How Restaurateurs Can Improve their Risk Profiles

Modern Restaurant Management

The outlook for restaurants is complicated. The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) demonstrates that a combination of inflation, consumers with less disposable income and rising labor costs have created a difficult market for restaurant owners. These issues have translated to the industry’s insurers as well – causing even more headaches for restaurant owners.

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Listeria, Salmonella Represent 40 Percent of FDA Food and Beverage Recalls in Last 20 Years

Food Safety Magazine

A recent study has analyzed U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food product recall data from 2002 –2023, drawing conclusions from more than 35,000 product recalls.

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The Connection Between Used Cooking Oil and Climate Change

Modern Restaurant Management

In the heart of every restaurant’s bustling kitchen lies an unexpected treasure: used cooking oil. Every crunchy french fry, mozzarella stick, and piece of crispy chicken generates cooking oil. But this oil’s journey doesn’t have to end when it leaves the fryer. Recycling your restaurant’s used cooking oil isn’t just a way to address your waste problems – it can help fight climate change.

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How Generative AI and the Rise of the Travel Super App Will Revolutionize Trip Planning

Hospitality Net

A new wave of innovation in the travel industry is on the horizon, driven by advancements in generative AI. Research from Accenture reveals that nearly all travelers (97%) are looking for a comprehensive, all-in-one platform—a "super app"—that can streamline their travel experience. This demand stems from a growing frustration with current trip-planning tools, where users are often required to make separate bookings for flights, accommodations, and activities, creating a fragmented process.

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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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How one K-12 operator is bringing sustainable seafood to students

FoodService Director

Executive Chef for Alexandria City Public Schools Jason Tepper has worked to bring a variety of seafood dishes to the lunch menu since coming to the Virginia district in 2021.

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How to Choose the Perfect Cake Display Counter for Your Bakery

Riddhi Display

The post How to Choose the Perfect Cake Display Counter for Your Bakery appeared first on Riddhi Display.

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2025 Opening Planned for Six Senses Milan, Italy

Hospitality Net

Six Senses has signed hotel management agreements with Gruppo Statuto as part of an exciting new chapter in its Italian story. Six Senses Milan and Six Senses Lake Como will follow the debut opening of Six Senses Rome in 2023 in the restored Palazzo Salviati Cesi Mellini and the announcement of the upcoming Six Senses Antognolla in Umbria.

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Hygiena Launches SureTrend Sampling Plan Module to Enhance Sampling Management

Food Safety Magazine

Designed to address key challenges faced by food safety professionals, the new Sampling Plan Module for Hygiena’s SureTrend platform offers a streamlined, efficient approach to sampling management.

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Dusit Hotels & Resorts Returns to India with the Soft Opening of dusitD2 Fagu

Hospitality Net

Dusit Hotels and Resorts, under Dusit International—one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies—announces its return to India with the anticipated soft opening of dusitD2 Fagu. This luxurious retreat, set amidst the serene mountains of Fagu, near Shimla, is scheduled to open its doors in December 2024, offering an exceptional blend of Thai hospitality and local charm.

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Refill Packs Now Available for SCRUBS-in-a-Bucket Cleaning Wipes

Food Safety Magazine

ITW Pro Brands now offers Refill Packs for its SCRUBS in-a-Bucket cleaning wipes.

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Palm House Opening in Palm Beach January 2025

Hospitality Net

Palm Beach is set to welcome its first new hotel in four years with the highly anticipated grand opening of Palm House this January, marking the debut U.S. property for London-based L+R Hotels’ prestigious Iconic Luxury Hotels collection. Designed as a modern retreat that marries Palm Beach’s enduring allure with contemporary luxury, Palm House offers a fresh take on relaxed exclusivity, blending classic charm with a playful wonderland-esque design.

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Trace Register TR5 Seafood Traceability Platform Passes GDST Capability Test

Food Safety Magazine

Trace Register’s TR5 seafood traceability platform has successfully passed the Global Dialogue on Seafood Traceability’s (GDST’s) capability test, and also maintains backward compatibility with older systems.

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Hotel West & Main, Tapestry Collection in Conshohocken, PA

Hospitality Net

As the old saying goes: "Don’t take life too seriously. you’ll never get out alive." If Hotel West & Main had a mantra, this surely would be it! Energized by the spirit of a simpler time, this boutique property exudes a sophisticated yet eclectic style, mixed in with some wit and humor to remind guests of that very mantra. LET BYGONES BE BYGONES Hotel West & Main revives the concept of a social club of a bygone era to present day and invites people from all walks of life to come together.

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Key Technology Offers New COMPASS Optical Sorters for Nuts

Food Safety Magazine

Key Technology’s new, easy-to-use COMPASS optical sorter for nuts identifies and removes product defects and foreign material.

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Regent Santa Monica Beach Now Open, Marking the Legendary Brand’s Return to The Americas

Hospitality Net

The legendary Regent brand returns to the shores of the United States with the opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach. This elegant beachfront resort cements the reimagined Regent brand and the beauty of contrast by c ombining the glamour of Los Angeles with the splendor of the coast.Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, reintroduces the legendary Regent name to Los Angeles and becomes the brand’s first flagship property within the Americas.

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The Evolution of Campus Dining: Meeting the Demand for Flavor Innovation & Customization

Fast Casual

The demand for trending flavors, customizable drinks, and rotating seasonal menus has become a driving force in campus food service. This report explores the growing trend of flavor innovation and customization on college campuses, backed by data and industry insights.

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API or DIE: Why Your Hotel’s Tech Future Hangs on Tech-Agnosticism

Hospitality Net

In the ’90s, when I first started in hospitality, Property Management Systems were basically just glorified spreadsheets. They did the bare minimum: room assignments, housekeeping orders, and guest billing. That was about as high-tech as it got. Fast forward to today, and these systems have evolved into something much bigger: they’re the central nervous system of the hotel, where all your technology should connect seamlessly.

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How to Choose the Perfect Cake Display Counter for Your Bakery

Riddhi Display

The post How to Choose the Perfect Cake Display Counter for Your Bakery appeared first on Riddhi Display.

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2028 Opening Planned for Six Senses Lake Como, Italy

Hospitality Net

Six Senses has signed hotel management agreements with Gruppo Statuto as part of an exciting new chapter in its Italian story. Six Senses Milan and Six Senses Lake Como will follow the debut opening of Six Senses Rome in 2023 in the restored Palazzo Salviati Cesi Mellini and the announcement of the upcoming Six Senses Antognolla in Umbria. These two latest Italian signings also establish Gruppo Statuto as the leading Italian real estate group with a portfolio of international hotels, having acqu

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’Stay Like’ Wicked: Hilton and Universal Pictures Debut One-of-a-Kind Suite Inspired by Characters Elphaba and Glinda from the New Film

Hospitality Net

This holiday season, Hilton and Universal Pictures invite travelers, fans and movie lovers alike to experience the magic of Oz with a spectacular, spellbinding suite at New York Hilton Midtown, where they can ’Stay Like’ Wicked in celebration of the upcoming film’s release. With Universal Pictures’ new cinematic event arriving in theaters on Nov. 22, 2024, guests can enter the world of Wicked with a stay crafted to bring the magic of the film to life.

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First fly-through video of the Starlab space station by Hilton, Voyager Space, and Starlab Space

Hospitality Net

The unveiling of the first fly-through video of the Starlab space station by Hilton, Voyager Space, and Starlab Space marks a historic moment in both space exploration and hospitality. This significant event took place at the 75th International Astronautical Congress in Milan, Italy, offering attendees an unprecedented glimpse inside the innovative space station currently in design.

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Coury Managed HALL Park Hotel Opens in Frisco, TX

Hospitality Net

HALL Park Hotel announced it opened its doors today, bringing the first Marriott Autograph Collection Hotel to Frisco, Texas. Overlooking Kaleidoscope Park, Frisco’s new six-acre, highly programmed greenspace, the hotel features world-class art, elevated dining, and premium accommodations and event spaces. The property is owned by Dallas-based HALL Group and operated by Coury Hospitality.

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Hilton Global Foundation Unveils Record $5.3 Million Commitment Towards Organizations Championing People and Planet

Hospitality Net

In a major step towards its mission to create a better world for travel, the Hilton Global Foundation announced today a record $5.3 million commitment towards 16 nonprofit organizations working to combat poverty, foster career development opportunities and protect the destinations where we live, work, and travel.

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The Google Travel Takeover And What It Means For SEO

Hospitality Net

Google Flights and Google Hotels have dominated travel-related Google search terms in recent years, which has been seen as a threat by many travel operators.

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U.S. hotel results for week ending 12 October

Hospitality Net

Helped by the Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day calendar shift, the U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 12 October. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

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Gearing Up for the Festive Season: How Hospitality Businesses in India Can Maximize Opportunities

Hospitality Net

India’s festive season, marked by vibrant cultural celebrations, weddings, and long holidays, presents a significant opportunity for the hospitality industry to boost its revenue and enhance its brand image. The period from October to December sees a surge in domestic travel, family gatherings, and celebrations, making it a crucial time for hotels, resorts, and other hospitality ventures to position themselves for success.

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Move More, Earn More: World of Hyatt and Peloton Reward Members for Prioritizing Wellbeing

Hospitality Net

World of Hyatt in collaboration with Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) announces that beginning today, World of Hyatt members can earn points for Peloton workouts completed on a Peloton Bike or Peloton Row at 700+ participating Hyatt hotels around the world. Grounded in listening and care, the collaboration provides World of Hyatt members more opportunities to earn points to apply towards future bookings, upgrades and experiences as they practice their wellbeing while traveling.

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Rio de Janeiro’s room rates jumped to eight-year high thanks to Rock in Rio

Hospitality Net

Boosted by the Rock in Rio music festival, Rio de Janeiro’s hotel industry reached its highest monthly average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) in eight years, according to September preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

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Berlin hotels posted all-time high performance for September

Hospitality Net

The 2024 International Trade Fair for Transport Technology (InnoTrans) pushed Berlin’s monthly average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) to all-time highs, according to September preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

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Travel Market Life Podcast: Hospitality Discussions 2024 (Part 3): Staffing & Leadership

Hospitality Net

In this episode we tackle the major challenges that are reshaping the industry with expert insights from Camilla Woods, Head of Services at Hospitality Action, and Esmat Faiz, Associate Solicitor at Irwin Mitchell.