Food Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In this edition of FSD’s Heart of Foodservice, we’re jumping, leaping and hopping into the fall season with new milestones marked, including TCU’s Horned Frog dietitians and dining working in harmony for 20 years, a meaningful celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day, a medical center in Texas getting a taste of Mexico City with the opening of Ojo de Agua, plus a couple of culinary and team-building ideas to steal and share.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Consumer Reports has delivered a petition to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to ban red dye 3 in foods, and are cautioning the public about certain Halloween candies containing the colorant.

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Food Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Catch up with all the industry news you may have missed with 5 things with FSD.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Atlanta-based Zaxbys is pecking away at the map. In the summer of 2025, the chain plans to land in New Jersey, bumping the brand’s reach to 18 states. Thenm in late 2025, it expects to debut in Maryland. In New Jersey, the GSP Group (led by longtime New Jersey resident Premanand Gupta) has signed on to open six Zaxbys locations across South, Central and North Jersey.

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Food Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Growth in North America was fueled by the continued return to the office and a strong performance in hospitals and through Sodexo Live! Plus: Acquisition rumors debunked.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

How many meetings have you had this week, month, year? If you take a minute to count, you may be astounded at the sheer volume of hours you spend in meetings.

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the CAMBRO blog

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital is an award-winning healthcare facility located in Pretoria, South Africa. Founded 120 years ago with just six beds, the hospital now accommodates 181 patients, offering a distinctive healing environment that features outdoor gardens and recreational facilities. To support ongoing growth, the hospital is expanding its kitchen facilities to meet increasing demands.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Hilton has ranked No. 1 on the list of Best Workplaces for Women U.S. by Fortune and Great Place to Work, marking Hilton’s sixth year in the top spot and its eighth consecutive appearance on the list. This recognition reflects Hilton’s unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that empowers women to thrive both in and out of work.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Read any article enumerating the current or emerging trends in restaurants and retail and you will see ideas of health and wellness, environmental sustainability, and brand authenticity coming to the fore. These trends are driven by Millennial and Gen Z consumers, who are more willing to pay a premium for sustainable products; those consumers also tend to be more online and acutely aware of the impact of business practices on the lives of people and the future of the planet.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In 2024, travel trends were a mix of escapism and edginess. While some travellers seized the opportunity to visit the shooting locations of their favourite Netflix shows, others tried to limit their dopamine sources to join the social media-fueled ‘raw-dogging’ bandwagon. As concerns about overtourism grew, travellers began seeking out lesser-known alternatives, embracing the ‘destination dupe’ trend.

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Bon Appetit Management Company

OCTOBER 24, 2024

At our Bon Appétit colleges and universities, students are active participants in the movement towards sustainable seafood. It’s been over 20 years since our commitment to align with Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program to guide our seafood purchases, ensuring the fish we serve supports the health of our oceans, which are increasingly threatened by overfishing, pollution, and climate change.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) has named María Quintero of HVS Middle East & Africa as the recipient of the annual Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence in Hospitality Consulting. María was honored at the ISHC annual conference held 26-28 September at the St. Regis Dubai, The Palm. As the winner, María received a one-year associate membership to ISHC to further professional relationships and experience all that the Society has to offer through planned events and

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

An ongoing study funded by the Center for Produce Safety aims to fill knowledge gaps about the microbial food safety risks posed by wax roller brushes used on fruit and vegetables, as well as identify best cleaning and sanitation practices.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Aptech, a leading provider of enterprise accounting, business intelligence, financial planning and management solutions for the hospitality industry, today announces that B·Hospitality has implemented Aptech’s award-winning enterprise accounting solution, PVNG, at its luxury property, Bayfront Inn 5th Avenue in Naples, Florida. This rollout completes the seamless implementation of the solution in all three of Ontario-based B•Hospitality’s North American hotel properties.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

New artificial nose technology developed by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) could make it possible to reliably detect and identify spoiled and damaged food through smell.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building on its annual winter tradition, IHG Hotels & Resorts announces today that its seasonal Winter Chalet experience is returning across properties in its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio November 1, 2024 through January 31, 2025. Highlighted in this season’s activations, guests at participating hotels can immerse themselves in Chalet Day experiences, designed to make the most of the Winter Solstice on December 21, along with seasonal programming, creative culinary and cocktail menus, and a perf

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Forward Fooding

OCTOBER 24, 2024

“Investments are now focused on agricultural biotechnology, precision agriculture, and functional foods.” – Alessio D’Antino, CEO of Forward Fooding The AgriFoodTech Sector The sector has experienced major changes in recent years. 2021 global investment reached $63.7 billion, but in 2023, it suffered a 74% decline, in line with the general reduction in venture capital.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

While RevPAR growth is normalizing, the Group continues to benefit from its diversification in terms of geography and segment. The Group’s two divisions, Premium, Midscale and Economy (PM&E) and Luxury & Lifestyle (L&L), both posted solid performances.

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Riddhi Display

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Did you know that the positioning of your kitchen exhaust hood can significantly impact the ventilation in your kitchen? Yes, a simple hood can transform your kitchen layout into a comfortably ventilated cooking area in no time. However, you must thoroughly explore all variables that could affect your exhaust hood and follow the installation guidelines to ensure your final kitchen layout is well-designed.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of its flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts in Udaipur, marking its debut in the iconic ’City of Lakes’. Developed in partnership with Elysian Hotels Private Limited, the 118-key Hilton Udaipur is slated to open in early 2026. Hilton currently operates two hotels in Rajasthan, namely Hilton Jaipur and DoubleTree by Hilton Jaipur Amer.

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FoodDocs

OCTOBER 24, 2024

If you're preparing for a restaurant health inspection, read this to discover the most important areas of focus leading up to it for your business.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

UN Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism of Paraguay have released a groundbreaking report on the role of women in the tourism sector. The study was presented ahead of the First Regional Conference on Women’s Empowerment in Tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean, held in Asunción, Paraguay, on 21-22 October.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

France has been the world’s top tourist destination for over three decades. Millions of international visitors are drawn to explore the country’s abundant natural beauty and remarkable architectural heritage each year.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has been chosen by Zenitude Hôtel-Résidences group to manage its growing portfolio of over 40 properties in France.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The volume of U.S. hotel rooms under construction increased year over year for a seventh consecutive month, according to CoStar’s latest September 2024 data. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.U.S.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

UrVenue will offer an exclusive preview of its new sister platform, UrResort, at The Hospitality Show in San Antonio October 29 to 30 at Booth #444. UrResort is a suite of products designed to power resorts with a comprehensive Property Experience Management System (PXMS), featuring UrVenue’s Venue Management System (VMS) as a key component. The preview will showcase the platform’s capabilities ahead of its official launch in 2025, with a focus on gaining additional pilot partners whose valuable

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Europe’s largest hostel chain, a&o Hostels, has announced their first expansion into Belgium with the planned opening of a&o Antwerpen Centraal from November 1st, 2024. The property formerly operated as the budget hotel "Century Antwerp" and will see a&o invest 4 million euros in renovations between now and early 2025 as the company adds it’s 41st opening to locations in 11 European countries.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Women professionals are prominent throughout the business travel industry, but GBTA research suggests there are still gaps in gender equity as they are still less likely to be in senior executive positions than men. When it comes to women as business travelers, they highly value traveling for work to achieve their goals. Although they travel less frequently for work than men, women continue to take advantage of opportunities to blend business and leisure travel when they do travel, and also repo

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The 37 timeless residences located in Denver’s sought after Cherry Creek North neighborhood will rise as Colorado’s first Waldorf Astoria‑branded property

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Kasbah Tamadot, Sir Richard’s Branson’s Moroccan retreat in the High Atlas Mountains officially reopens today, following a year-long restoration. The hotel that forms part of the exclusive collection of luxury properties from Virgin Limited Edition has been partially closed for the past year, while it was rebuilt following the devastating earthquake that occurred in the region.

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