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Sodexo aims to expand its community-oriented convenience stores on college campuses

Food Management

Sodexos Food Hives feature products from local partners as well as women and minority-owned businesses

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It’s Time to Redefine Restaurant Accountability Culture

Modern Restaurant Management

When someone mentions “accountability,” do you have a visceral reaction? What about your team—do they see it as a chance to shine or a reason to worry? For many, the mere mention of accountability in meetings or performance reviews feels like a reprimand. A hard line. A reminder to “do your job right.” But what if accountability didn’t feel so harsh and instead inspired pride and ownership?

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Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to bring whole milk back to school cafeterias

Food Management

Also in this weeks K-12 legislative update: California Governor Gavin Newsom issues an executive order to direct state agencies to research the potential harms of ultra-processed foods and additives.

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The Importance of Internal Audits

Food Safety Magazine

An internal audit is an intensive assessment of all elements making up the food safety management system. It helps determine if the system is effective and is being properly maintained.

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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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Amish Potato Cinnamon Roll

Food Management

Chef Naomi and Natalie Gingerich of Louie & Honey's Kitchen founded a mother-daughter bakery company in Winston-Salem, NC, well known for heirloom recipes for decadent desserts. They collaborated with the Idaho Potato Commission here for a new twist on their signature cinnamon rolls, made in small batches from a passed-down recipe from generations ago.

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Ireckonu’s CORE Middleware and Customer Data Platform Now Available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace

Hospitality Net

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS Ireckonu, a leading provider of hospitality digital solutions, and a member of Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), today announced Ireckonu CORE Middleware and Customer Data Platform (CDP) is available on Oracle Cloud Marketplace and can be deployed on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and integrated with OPERA Cloud via the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP).

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Panera Brands Names Interim CEO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Panera Brands has a new interim CEO in Paul Carbone. He most recently served the company, which includes Panera Bread, Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros., as CFO. Carbone steps into the role following José Alberto Dueñas’ decision to step down as CEO. He will serve as special advisor to the CEO through the end of March, ensuring a seamless leadership transition.

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Why voice interaction is the future of self-service

Fast Casual

Voice technology and its transformative potential took center stage at the Self-Service Innovation Summit 2024, hosted by Networld Media Group in Miami, Florida.

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Marriott’s W Brand Debuts in Brazil with the Unveiling of W São Paulo

Hospitality Net

Perched above the heart of So Paulo, the brands newest hotel reimagines luxury by drawing inspiration from the citys vibrant art, music, and architectural heritage

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Intuitive Leadership: Unlocking Better Outcomes in Food Safety Compliance

Food Safety Tech

A production line runs smoothly by every measurable standard. The gauges read normal, and quality checks pass, yet an experienced manager picks up on subtle irregularities in the process flow. That pause for additional testing reveals a critical safety risk one that standard protocols alone might have missed. These pivotal moments are the essential connection between established safety procedures and professional insight into food production environments.

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Top beverage trend: Balancing comfort, adventure, automation

Fast Casual

The traditional choices of health versus indulgence, familiar versus exotic, no longer define consumer choices.

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Movenpick Debuts in Poland and Expands European Foothold

Hospitality Net

Mvenpick, the brand synonymous with Swiss hospitality and culinary excellence, today announced the upcoming opening of Mvenpick Grand Hotel Wrocaw and Mvenpick Resort & Spa Karpacz, the brands first hotels in Poland, which are both slated to open later this month. The latest additions build on the brands expansion trajectory across Europe, with other recent entries in Belgium and Azerbaijan, as well as upcoming debuts in Italy (Bari and Mondello), Greece (Sivota) and Montenegro (Kotor) later thi

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Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers nomination deadline extended

Fast Casual

The deadline to enter Pizza Marketplace's Top 100 Movers & Shakers List has been extended to Jan. 24.

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Kalimark Expands Product Portfolio Beyond Bovonto with Juices and Dal Products

FMT Magazine

The iconic Tamil Nadu-based brand Kalimark is diversifying its offerings. They have come up with juices and dal products. They are already famous for their soft drink Bovonto and have made a strong legacy in the beverage segment. This move is all about catering to a wider range of consumer needs while leverging the trend of healthy products demand. The brand has various fruit-based drinks to offer, as they mainly target health-conscious consumers seeking natural and flavourful options instead of

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Hotel Casa Amsterdam Chooses Hotelchamp’s New Booking Engine

Hospitality Net

Hotelchamp announces that Hotel Casa Amsterdam has become the first hotel in the Dutch market to implement the brand-new Hotelchamp Booking Engine. Building on a successful relationship that began with Hotelchamp Convert, Hotel Casa Amsterdam is now taking a step forward in optimising its direct booking channel. The new Booking Engine delivers an OTA-like user experience, giving hoteliers greater control over their website traffic and elevating the guest journey from browsing to booking.

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Germiest Surface Areas In Restaurants

Food Safety Tech

While food safety remains a vital issue for health and safety in restaurant kitchens, not every part of the premises receives the same careful attention. These sites in particular contain far more germs that can cause the spread of foodborne illness. Food contamination is a major problem worldwide. Approximately 10% of people will get sick after eating contaminated food each year, and hundreds of thousands of them will die from the resulting illness.

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Top 10 Reputation Management Trends Impacting the Hotel Industry in 2025

Hospitality Net

The hotel industry faces a significant shift in 2025 with technology and evolving consumer behavior. As guests seek personalized and immersive stays, hoteliers need to adapt. The top 10 emerging trends, including AI-driven guest communication and focus on recent reviews, will reshape reputation management in hotels.

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With Add-On, FOH Worldwide Levels Up

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Miami-based FOH Worldwide has added to its array of buffet offerings with the acquisition of Smart Buffet Ware. Smart Buffet Ware, founded in 2009 by David Moreland, has offered eco-conscious buffet solutions in partnership with Tiger Company LTD—a South Korean manufacturer touting Italian-inspired designs.

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Six USALI Changes Hotel Finance Executives Need to be Aware of in 2025

Hospitality Net

The Global Finance Committee (GFC), a committee of diverse industry professionals sponsored by the Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals and the American Hotel and Lodging Association is responsible for the production of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI). The revised 12th edition USALI is scheduled to be effective in 2026.

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Perfecting QSR Delivery with POS Scales & Advanced Labeling

Fast Casual

By incorporating weight-based verification with smart labeling and advanced point of sale (POS) scale solutions, QSRs can ensure order accuracy, transform operational efficiency, and boost brand loyalty in an increasingly competitive delivery market.

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Accor unveils an outstanding line-up of new hotels, resorts and hospitality experiences debuting in 2025

Hospitality Net

Accor is stepping into 2025 with a powerful array of new hotels, resorts and exciting hospitality experiences, set to open throughout the year. Across its spectrum of 45+ hospitality brands, ranging from luxury to economy and everything in between, Accor is giving travelers fresh inspiration to explore the world - from ultra-luxurious train journeys to seaside wellness retreats and stylish urban hotspots.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Pune-Chinchwad Welcomes Pankaj Shinde as Food & Beverage Manager

FMT Magazine

DoubleTree by Hilton Pune-Chinchwad has appointed Pankaj Shinde as their new Food and Beverage Manager. Mr. Shinde has a decade of experience in the hospitality industry and can bring a fresh perspective and new strategies to the companys operation. This will let them step up their hotels dining and beverage offerings. Some of the most renowned hospitality brands have already leveraged Mr.

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Doug Kennedy’s Next Training Webcast: How To Be A Lightning Rod and Truly “Ground” Guest Negativity

Hospitality Net

Sponsored By Travel Outlook and Track Hospitality Software

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Winholt Equipment Grows Sales Team

Foodservice Equipment Reports

New York-based Winholt Equipment has expanded its sales team in the Northeast and Central regions of the country. Mike Carlson has returned to the company as regional sales manager, Northeast foodservice. In his new position, he will oversee the sales strategy for the Northeast region, working closely with Winholt’s foodservice reps, Tri-Sate Marketing and SESCO.

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Mews Acquires Clarity to Expand Operations in APAC and the UK

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, today announces the acquisition of Clarity Hospitality Software Solutions.

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Turning the Tides of Campus Composting at Knox College

Bon Appetit Management Company

Members of Knox Students for Sustainability club after conducting their waste audit On a recent campus visit to Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, I wandered to the end of West Berrien Street, where the campus farm is nestled between a few old houses. Two large hoophouses formed the centerpiece, backing up to a few smaller garden beds and an orchard.

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Reality check hotel tech

Hospitality Net

The hospitality industry has been navigating a surge of new technology solutions. Each one promises to streamline operations and enhance the guest experience. Indeed, the hospitality technology sector is looking really strong.

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FDA’s Guidance for Industry: Action Levels for Lead in Processed Food Intended for Babies and Young Children

Food Safety Tech

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on its website the availability of a final guidance for industry entitled Action Levels for Lead in Processed Food Intended for Babies and Young Children. The guidance establishes action levels for lead in certain processed foods intended for babies and young children less than 2 years old. The guidance is intended to set achievable action levels that will help further reduce lead in the food supply.

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KSl Resorts Rebrands as Peregrine Hospitality

Hospitality Net

Today marks the debut of Peregrine Hospitality, a reimagined version of KSL Resorts. Peregrine Hospitality will continue to manage its portfolio of iconic hotels and resorts while actively pursuing opportunities for growth across all asset classes within the hospitality sector.

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New Line of High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

FoodSafety.gov

Professional HSS Drill Bit Sets M2 HSS material for extended tool life 135-degree split point prevents walking Available in fractional, letter, and metric sizes TiN coating option available Engineered for precision and durability in industrial applications.

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