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Restaurant marketing in 2024

Restobiz

Standing out from the crowd is vital for restaurants still on the road to recovery and while you might have some tried and true practices, this year offers some marketing trends that can help you get ahead in some new ways. Looking to switch up your marketing strategy and offer something new to your audiences? […] The post Restaurant marketing in 2024 appeared first on Restobiz.

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Choosing the Best Payment Processor For a Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

The most popular way to pay at restaurants is through card transactions, whether it's credit or debit. According to a PYMNTS study , 68 percent of consumers use their credit cards to purchase food at a restaurant, equating to $29.8 billion in sales in February 2022. While credit cards seem easy and simple for consumers, the payment method impacts a restaurant's bottom line more than guests realize.

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Can AI Boost Your Restaurant’s Bottom Line?

Wasserstrom

The foodservice industry is constantly seeking new ways to improve efficiency and enhance the customer experience to, ultimately, increase profitability. Now, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool for restaurants, offering a range of solutions that address these needs. In this article, we present an overview of the ways operators are using AI. […] The post Can AI Boost Your Restaurant’s Bottom Line?

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WalletHub Survey: Tipping Is Out of Control

Modern Restaurant Management

Tipping has gotten out of control, according to nearly three in four Americans who took part in WalletHub's Tipping Survey. Approximately 78 percent think automatic service charges should be banned. "More and more types of establishments are starting to ask for tips, and suggested tip amounts are growing higher, so it’s understandable that people are frustrated, especially when this issue comes alongside inflation,” said Cassandra Happe, WalletHub Analyst. “Tipping is s

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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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E. coli outbreak linked to animal exhibit raises concerns in Tennessee

Food Safety News

A report has been released in relation to an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections in Tennessee, with health authorities linking the cases to attendance at an animal exhibit. The outbreak, which occurred between September and October 2023, has raised concerns about the safety measures in place at such events. The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) Northeast Regional Office was first alerted to the outbreak on Oct. 3, 2023, following reports of two STEC cases.

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FDA Revokes Standards of Identity for Frozen Cherry Pie

Food Safety Magazine

Partly in response to a citizen petition from the American Bakers Association, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is revoking the standards of identity and quality for frozen cherry pie, effective April 15, 2024.

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Exposing the Risks of Raw Milk

FoodHandler

When I began my career in the food safety area several years ago, I never dreamed I’d be discussing why people should not drink raw milk. But recently I ran across a news story about the increased incidence of raw milk outbreaks in the US. The allure of raw milk has spread through social media [.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford and The Revel Apartments Celebrate Grand Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Hospitality Net

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford and The Revel Apartments, a premier mixed-use development, today celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Ned Lamont, Governor of Connecticut; Arunan Arulampalam, Mayor of Hartford; and William Fortier, Senior Vice President - Development, Americas, Hilton.

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FSA and FSS call for action to tackle vet shortage

Food Safety News

Two food agencies in the United Kingdom have voiced their concern about the lack of vets and the potential impact on the meat sector. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) urged the government and the veterinary profession to develop a sustainable approach to the UK’s vet capacity and capability. FSS and FSA Official Veterinarians (OV) and Meat Hygiene Inspectors help to inspect every animal and carcass in abattoirs.

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IHCL Announces qNew Vivanta Hotel in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a new Vivanta hotel in Madhya Pradesh’s ancient pilgrim city of Ujjain. The hotel is a Greenfield project.

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Sodexo doubles down on plant-based offerings at college campuses

FoodService Director

The foodservice provider’s DefaultVeg initiative is launching at nearly 400 college campuses.

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Less than a Month Away from the Total Solar Eclipse, Travelers are Booking Hotels at a Record Rate of 800% Compared to Last Year

Hospitality Net

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) one of the world’s largest hotel franchisors, has over 400 hotels in the path of the total solar eclipse taking place on April 8 that are being booked at an increased rate of 800% compared to the same date last year. The total eclipse will be visible along a narrow track stretching from Texas to Maine. More than 20% of American travelers say they are likely to take a trip to experience next month’s total eclipse, according to the State of the America

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The Antibiotic Debate in Our Food Chain

FoodHandler

The discovery of antibiotics in medical science is regarded as one of the most important medical advances in human history. It has allowed doctors to combat bacterial infections and save millions of lives. Just as the use of antibiotics in human health has revolutionized medical science, it has also revolutionized agriculture. The use of antibiotics [.

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IHCL Announces a 350 Key Taj Hotel in Indore, Madhya Pradesh

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Taj hotel in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The hotel is a Greenfield project and will be one of the largest convention facilities in Central India.

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How Labeling Technology is Tackling Common QSR Challenges

Fast Casual

Hear from Star Micronics experts, Bill Shuff and John Maieli as they explore significant labeling solutions play in optimizing online ordering and enhancing back-of-house efficiency. Learn about the benefits of labels as cost-effective, eco-friendly tools for boosting order precision, reducing waste, and elevating service standards.

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Concept Week: A global culinary adventure at the Museumcafé

Hospitality Net

At EHL Passugg, a pivotal experience awaits hotel management students in their 4th semester—the Concept Week, a highlight in their academic journey. This immersive undertaking serves as a paramount opportunity for students to apply their acquired knowledge in a practical setting. The primary objective is to collaboratively conceive and execute an F&B pop-up concept.

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Illinois-Based Distributor Appoints New CEO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Vernon Hills, Ill.-based Diversified Foodservice Supply—a distributor of supplies, parts and accessories to the foodservice industry—has a new leader at the helm. On Thursday, March 14, the company announced the appointment of Dale Barina as CEO. Barina initially joined DFS in 2020 as chief supply chain officer, and was elevated to serve as its president and chief operating officer in 2022.

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Leveraging Guest Satisfaction and Operational Efficiency to Negotiate Better Brand Partnership Terms: Measuring the Value of the Flag Over the Door

Hospitality Net

In the competitive hospitality industry, the value of a brand partnership extends far beyond mere association. Hotel owners increasingly recognize the importance of enhancing guest satisfaction and operational efficiency and ensuring these critical elements are intricately woven into the financial fabric of their brand agreements. An innovative approach to this is negotiating clauses that allow for reduced fees and introduce potential penalties for the brand should guest satisfaction dip below a

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Parts Distributor Gains Scale in Florida

Foodservice Equipment Reports

This month, Marcone opened a new 16,000-square-foot facility in Pompano Beach, Fla., to replace a smaller, nearby branch that operated for over 30 years. The location—one of 200 Marcone locations throughout North America —will carry commercial kitchen parts, as well as parts for HVAC, plumbing, appliance, and pool and spa needs, plus host an on-site Certified Training Lab.

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Year of the Dragon: How Lunar New Year hotel performance mirrored the Chinese zodiac sign

Hospitality Net

In Chinese culture, the dragon represents strength and good luck, which is fitting as Lunar New Year brought performance growth to China hotels once more during the important holiday period.

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News on Food - 3/15/24 edition

Penn State Food Safety Blog

When perusing through news sources, one comes across interesting (to me, and perhaps you) news items on food that are not food-safety related. Here are very brief summaries and the reference links at the bottom. Is cabbage the next vegetable to make it big in restaurants? It seems to be turning up as a favorite for many innovative chefs, similar to what occurred with Brussel sprouts.

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The Role of Art in Hotel Sustainability

Hospitality Net

Did you know that 39% of greenhouse gas emissions on the planet come from buildings? And over half of the materials that go into landfills in the U.S. come from construction? These are just a few of the insights shared by Jon Buerge, Chief Development Officer at Urban Villages, on The NINE dot ARTS Podcast. And Jon isn’t the only leader I’ve spoken with who is increasingly aware of the environmental impacts of real estate development.

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California Bill Would Ban Foods Containing Some Synthetic Dyes in Public Schools

Food Quality & Safety

A California assembly member has introduced legislation that would prohibit the state’s public schools from serving foods that contain certain additives. In particular, Assembly Bill (AB) 2316 , introduced by Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino), would prohibit schools from serving foods containing six synthetic food dyes—Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Green 3.

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FutureLog Showcases Hospitality Procure-to-Pay Solutions as Sponsor of the 2024 Asian Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition in Singapore

Hospitality Net

FutureLog, the leading provider of innovative cloud-based procure-to-pay solutions for the hospitality industry, made a significant impact as both sponsor and panel moderator at the recent Asian Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition (AHICE) South East Asia held in Singapore. Hosted by HM Magazine, this year’s event took place from February 27-29 and gathered industry experts, hotel professionals, and technology leaders from around the world.

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Common Bacterial Test Used by Dairy Industry Insufficient for Raw Milk, Study Suggests

Food Safety Magazine

Researchers recently demonstrated the inadequacy of an industry standard quality test—Laboratory Pasteurization Count—for raw, organic milk, as it cannot sufficiently differentiate between groups of bacteria.

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IHCL Announces the Signing of a SeleQtions Hotel in Surat, Gujarat

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a hotel in Surat, Gujarat. The Greenfield project will be branded an IHCL- SeleQtions hotel.

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“Aquagri’s Unique Approach: Redefining the Carrageenan Market in India”

FMT Magazine

In conversation with Mr Abhiram Seth, Managing Director of AquAgri Processing Private Limited, he delves into Aquagri’s trajectory in the semi-refined carrageenan market, its contributions to India’s self-sufficiency goals, and its commitment to sustainable and plant-based solutions. Question- How has the trajectory of your company been so far and what are the key learnings that you have harbored over the years?

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Hotel booking plugin: Top 10

Hospitality Net

Direct booking plugins are apps that will further reduce your reliance on OTAs by bringing more features and greater functionality to your existing booking engine.

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Annual results 2023: Reliability in a dynamic world : Bühler improves profitability in 2023

FMT Magazine

Uzwil (Switzerland), February 13, 2024 – In 2023, Bühler successfully navigated a complex and volatile global landscape and increased its profitability. The equity ratio also further improved. As an innovative solution provider, the company benefited from many opportunities and gained market share from transitions in its key markets. In local currencies, turnover grew strongly, and orders improved slightly.

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The Westin Los Angeles Airport Debuts Following $45 Million Transformation

Hospitality Net

As Los Angeles Evolves, the Well-Situated Hotel Refocuses on Health & Wellness with a $45 Million Transformation.

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