Restobiz

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With so many restaurant loyalty apps out there, how can you encourage customers to choose yours over the competition? Value is the key to long-term loyalty. From the operator’s perspective, apps offer many business benefits but it’s important to remember that your loyalty app is also designed to build relationships between you and your customers. […] The post Adding value to your restaurant loyalty program appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Bar and restaurant operators often face tough dilemmas, ranging from the daily question, “Should we be mixing more drinks or turning more tables?” to strategic decisions such as, “Should we use a patchwork of digital features or one platform?” But these questions don't require an either-or answer. With today’s technology, bar and lounge operators can have the best of both worlds.

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Food Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The department is investing $1.2 billion in Commodity Credit Corporation funding to go toward local food purchases at schools, childcare facilities, food banks and other institutions.

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Purchasing 130

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With so many hotels and lodgings available to guests, it can be hard to stand out from the competition. To do so, you’ll need a strong brand to guide the experiences you offer, aided by the smartest hospitality tech.

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Food Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Start with haunting cocktails, including Orange Hocus Pocus Fizz, move onto pumpkin pho and then finish the enchanted evening with pumpkin bread pudding.

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Recipes 130

Food Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Dallas-based culinary management company is rolling out authentic family dishes to all its foodservice venues.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Members of Congress have written a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) asking the agency to answer questions about its inspection actions leading up to the fatal Boar’s Head listeriosis outbreak, and about its authorities to and processes for preventing such events.

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Food Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The private school in California improved its Green Restaurant Association rating with some thoughtful shifts.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In February 2024, FDA clarified the regulatory pathway for human and animal foods produced from genome-edited plants in a final guidance titled Foods Derived from Plants Produced Using Genome Editing: Guidance for Industry.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Roughly three months after announcing its return to Chicago, Jack in the Box is further growing its footprint. This week, the brand announced a new Chicago franchisee has agreed to a 12-unit deal. These units will join two downtown Chicago CloudKitchens and eight company-operated units in the suburbs, all of which were announced earlier this year.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

After nearly two decades as a trailblazer in luxury hospitality, W Maldives is set to reopen in January 2025 with a bold, full-scale renovation that redefines the island escape. As the first W Hotel to undergo the brand’s global rebranding initiative, every detail of the resort has been thoughtfully transformed, from redesigned overwater and beach villas with private pools and breathtaking ocean views to cutting-edge dining concepts and a rejuvenated bar scene, ensuring an elevated experience th

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Sweetgreen, which made news last year with its automated production line, announced the opening of its first North Carolina location in Charlotte. The 2,479-square-foot location illustrates the brand’s continued nationwide expansion.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Luis Riu Rodríguez and Roberto Riu Rodríguez, the sons of Luis Riu Güell and members of the fourth generation of the Riu family, have played an important role at the chain for several years, leading expansion projects and analysing investment opportunities, as well as working in the RIU Group’s Technical Advice Office (GAT), which is responsible for the chain’s major refurbishment projects and designing, constructing and fitting out all of the company’s new hotels.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With a new month begun, TurboChef and CookTek have two new beginnings to share. Shan Shevade is joining the companies as vice president of innovation, while longtime employee Kerry Chace is expanding his role to become the vice president of international business development.

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FoodInsight

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Download the survey here The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online survey among U.S. consumers to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about trust in science about food, nutrition, and diet. One thousand adults ages 18 years and older completed the online survey from July 11-13, 2024, and respondents were weighted to ensure proportional results.

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Nutrition 98

Fast Casual

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With the U.S. catering market hovering around $70B and more companies returning to the office, restaurants are more focused than ever on ways to scale their catering channel. For many brands, from QSR to Casual Dining, it offers a reliable way to diversify revenue streams and expand market reach.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Is the customer always right? Perhaps not always, but the phrase has gained traction in the hotel industry. This is due to hotels having adopted a mixed form of two models: a customer-centric business model (Tang, 2014 ) and a profit-centered business model (Agarwal, Erramilli, & Dev, 2003 ; Taillon, 2014 ). These models have likely been adopted as meeting customer desires can aid in profit maximization.

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Hospitality Hospitality 98

FoodService Director

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The culinary/tech-focused company is founded by former Unidine and Sodexo execs, Richard Schenkel and Joe Cuticelli, who are betting they know exactly what their generation wants to experience with senior dining’s independent living side.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In a significant shift, Asia Pacific’s youngest generation is now leading the charge in family travel planning with their distinct preferences shaping the future of the travel industry. Hilton’s 2025 Trends Report reveals how Generation Alpha and Generation Z are reshaping travel, and prioritizing experiences that reflect their personal interests and cultural pride.

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Culinary Services Group

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Waffle Iron Hash Browns are a fun and crispy twist on traditional hash browns. Instead of frying them in a pan, this recipe uses a waffle iron to cook the potatoes, giving them an evenly crisp, golden texture on both sides. This method not only saves time but also creates a unique presentation, making it perfect for a special brunch or breakfast. The waffle iron technique makes the potatoes crunchy on the outside while remaining tender and soft inside.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Sofitel is thrilled to announce a key milestone as part of its strategic growth plan with the signing of its first branded residences in the United Arab Emirates: Sofitel Residences Downtown Dubai. Combining the luxurious service of a 5-star hotel with the comfort of home, this development introduces 70 exceptional residences, offering a private haven in the heart of the city.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched a research project to develop methods for the detection of microplastic contamination, which will be used to assess the prevalence of and exposure levels to micro- and nanoplastics in Indian food.

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Food Safety 64

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Omni Hotels & Resorts has officially broken ground and construction is well underway on Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita, the brand’s first luxury resort in Mexico. Set to open in late 2026, Omni has assembled a seasoned design team to bring this dynamic concept to life, including Bob Glazier, HKS Architects, Farouki Farouki, Girvin Associates, and Waldrop + Nichols, with The Beck Group managing construction.

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Bon Appetit Management Company

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Grace at 18 with Ana, a horse she trained while working at the Holistic Horsemanship Institute of America in House Springs, MO There wasn’t just one thing that drew me into food systems work, it was a culmination of all my previous passions, starting with horses. For almost two decades, my grandparents owned a 50-acre farm in the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As an academic, I am constantly looking out to match real-life applications with concepts. My recent trip to the world’s northernmost town of Longyearbyen has provided yet another academic cum practical learning.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The European Commission’s annual report on EU Member States’ official food safety controls in 2022 highlighted successes, areas for improvement, and challenges.

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Food Safety 59

Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

San Diego, CA – Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, and Mirai, a leader in hotel distribution technology and direct booking optimization, have today announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming how hotels manage bookings, distribution, and marketing.The agreement will provide joint customers with advanced tools to optimize their direct bookings, streamline their operations, and expand their digital marketing efforts.

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Hospitality Hospitality 98

Restaurant Technology Network

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Sandeep Mahal, CEO, TechRyde, shares insights into streamlining processes, enhancing order accuracy, and optimizing staff performance while delivering outstanding customer service.

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Hospitality Net

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Accor is pleased to announce the signing of Grand Mercure Dubai Downtown, the latest addition to its portfolio of premium hotels in partnership with Gulf Hotels Group. The signing ceremony was held during the Future Hospitality Summit on 1st October in Dubai.

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Lithos POS

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In the fast-paced restaurant world, efficiency is key. Whether reducing customer wait times, minimizing errors, or managing inventory, a well-functioning point-of-sale (POS) system plays a key role in smooth operations. However, not all POS systems are built to handle the unique challenges of restaurants. Many legacy systems are heavy, slow, and unable to keep up with the evolving needs of modern food service facilities.

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