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Fire Prevention Week 2024 – Is Your Restaurant Safe?

Modern Restaurant Management

As a result of the Great Chicago Fire that killed 250 people in 1871, the National Fire Protection Association has declared the public observance of Fire Prevention Week since 1922, marking more than 100 years this year of the public observance. The holiday was later cemented by President Coolidge, marking the longest-running public health and safety observance on record.

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The rise of regenerative farming empowers Minnesota communities

Food Management

Onsite with FSD: A fascinating agricultural conversation with Colin Cureton of the University of Minnesota Forever Green Initiative and American Hazelnut Co.'s Emma Dempsey.

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Senators Urge FDA to Revoke Authorizations for Phthalates in Food Contact Materials

Food Safety Magazine

U.S. Senators Edward Markey and Cory Booker recently wrote a letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to revoke its authorization for phthalates in food contact materials, arguing that the chemicals are proven to be toxic.

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How Loyola Marymount's Student Led Student Fed initiative deepens students’ connection with food

Food Management

The program at the Los Angeles university allows student groups across campus to work with the dining team to host events, provide feedback and more.

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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 Genesis Foods Empowers Manufacturers with New Compliance Tools

FoodLogiQ

In an industry where ingredient changes and product updates are constant, staying efficient and organized is critical. Trustwell’s Genesis Foods provides manufacturers with powerful tools to streamline recipe reformulation, ingredient tracking, and regulatory compliance, enabling your team to adapt quickly without sacrificing accuracy.

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TriMark Seats New CEO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Terry O’Brien is the new chief executive officer of TriMark following the resignation of Tom Wienclaw, CEO since July 2023. O’Brien, whose installment was announced today, Oct. 3, hails from Chef Holdings, where he was CEO and board director of the company and its subsidiary, CTI Foods. This year, he joined the board of directors at Farmer Brothers Coffee.

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Inside the mind of the college chef who won Aramark’s national competition

Food Management

UNC-Wilmington’s Chef Ryan Andress and Aramark Collegiate Hospitality VP of Marketing Deb Parnigoni share behind-the-scenes stories from regional to national competition and beyond, with culinary sneak previews for the fall semester.

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Mandarin Oriental to Open Luxury Resort on Mexico’s Riviera Maya Coastline

Hospitality Net

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today announced that it will manage a luxury beachfront resort with branded residences on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, on the Yucatan Peninsula. The resort is expected to open in 2028 and has been meticulously designed to respect the diversity of the environment and reflect local culture, blending serene architecture and exceptional craftsmanship with Mandarin Oriental’s renowned legendary service.

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Aramark brings Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology to Houston Methodist

Food Management

The new store located inside Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital in Texas offers employees, patients and guests 24/7 access to food.

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How to Calculate Safety Stock for Your Restaurant

Sculpture Hospitality

When it comes to running your restaurant, there aren’t many more important things than keeping your kitchen stocked with the right ingredients. Having enough stock ensures smooth operations and happy customers.

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Baltimore-Based Service Company Gets New CFO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

EMR announced Lisa Loeffler has officially settled in as the company’s chief financial officer. In this role, Loeffler will oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and risk management. She will work to ensure that the company remains financially sound while adhering to regulatory requirements and best practices, notes EMR.

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Hyatt Expands Inclusive Collection Portfolio in Europe with Opening of Dreams Madeira Resort, Spa & Marina

Hospitality Net

The 366-room family-friendly all-inclusive resort, located on the exclusive island of Madeira, marks the expansion of Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection into Portugal.

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Impact of Music on Guest Experience (Infographic)

Modern Restaurant Management

Soundtrack Your Brand , a global music streaming service for businesses, commissioned an independent research firm to survey 150 brand leaders in the restaurant, hospitality and retail industries on the challenges and opportunities in music branding experiences. Among the findings: A staggering 91 percent of brand leaders affirm that music can make or break their customer experience 95 percent see music as an equally important brand ambassador, much like their employees 72 percent are facing cha

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UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation Announce Grants for Rural Artisans in Africa

Hospitality Net

UN Tourism and the TUI Care Foundation launch ’Colourful Cultures’, a call for proposals focused on supporting the creative talent of a continent. The initiative aims to empower local artists and artisans, particularly women and youth, in rural tourism destinations across selected African countries. These projects will enhance the benefits of tourism for local artists and artisans, progressing sustainable economic opportunities while safeguarding cultural heritage and enhancing community empower

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Bon Appetit’s Eat Local Challenge Turns 20!

Bon Appetit Management Company

A transportation technology company’s array of ELC dishes. 2024 has been a year of milestones for Bon Appétit Management Company. Our groundbreaking local sourcing program, Farm to Fork, turns 25 years old this year (check out our whitepaper highlighting insights gleaned from our time supporting local food systems). Over the decades, we’ve grown the program to include over 1,700 vendors, some extraordinary partnerships, and a signature annual celebration of local food and the people who br

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Hampton by Hilton Waffle Thursdays: The (Beverly) Christmas Waffle

Hospitality Net

Hampton by Hilton has long been celebrated for its fresh baked-by-guests Belgian-style waffle, a breakfast favorite that has become a hallmark of the brand. Known for its innovative breakfast offerings, Hampton continues to delight guests with new, delicious options thanks to the creativity and dedication from the brand’s breakfast attendants and the newly crowned Waffle Bosses.

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How Loyola Marymount's Student Led Student Fed initiative deepens students’ connection with food

FoodService Director

The program at the Los Angeles university allows student groups across campus to work with the dining team to host events, provide feedback and more.

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ibis reveals global Gen Y & Z travel intent trends

Hospitality Net

ibis, the world’s best known economy hotel brand, has launched its first global Gen Y&Z travel trends report, in collaboration with the world’s leading travel trend forecasting agency, Globetrender, exploring the travel intent of the world’s travelers and the trends shaping the new generation of global traveler.

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Celebrating Amazing Maize for Hispanic Heritage Month

Bon Appetit Management Company

Each year, Bon Appétit Management Company takes advantage of the opportunity to honor and celebrate the cultural heritage of our team members and guests who identify with the Hispanic and Latinx community. Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15 th to October 15 th , aligning with significant anniversaries of independence across Latin America.

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Accor’s Handwritten Collection to debut in Cyprus

Hospitality Net

The Classic Hotel in Nicosia to become the brand’s first property in Cyprus.

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UK FSA Publishes Draft Best Practices for Giving Allergen Information to Consumers Eating Out

Food Safety Magazine

The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) is seeking stakeholder comment on a proposed guidance for industry regarding best practices for providing allergen information on non-prepackaged foods, such as in restaurants or at deli counters.

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Accor introduces Handwritten Collection to Saudi Arabia

Hospitality Net

Launched in 2023, HANDWRITTEN COLLECTION brings a selection of curated and unique addresses across the world to travellers seeking authentic experiences.

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Former Welbilt Employee Joins The Legacy Cos.

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Aaron Sprinkle is bringing over three decades of industry expertise to The Legacy Cos., where he is now the director of technical service. As the head of the technical service team, he will focus on optimizing processes, enhancing sales support functions and improving overall service delivery. The Legacy Cos.

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Responsible Meetings & Events by Kempinski: A Sustainable Toolkit for the Global Events Industry

Hospitality Net

Kempinski Hotels has celebrated the latest milestone on its journey to a more sustainable future with the launch of Responsible Meetings & Events by Kempinski, empowering meeting planners and organisers to assess and reduce the environmental impact of events.

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Hoshizaki Teams With Midwest Professional Reps

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Hoshizaki America has announced the appointment of Midwest Professional Reps as its new manufacturers’ representative group for the Mid-Central region, effective Oct. 1. The region includes Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and southern Illinois. Midwest Professional Reps has over 65 years of experience in the foodservice industry.

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IHCL Announces the Signing of a Gateway Hotel in Barnala, Punjab

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a resort in Barnala in Punjab. This will be under the Gateway brand.

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Easy Ice Grows on West, East Coasts

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Easy Ice, which provides commercial ice machine rentals, started October with two acquisition announcements. On the West Coast, Easy Ice purchased the ice machine service and leasing division of Norm’s Refrigeration & Ice Equipment in Anaheim, Calif. Norm’s has been operating in Southern California since 1957.

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Dusit Thani College partners with HSMAI to bring international hospitality sales, marketing, revenue management and leadership courses to Thailand.

Hospitality Net

With over three decades of experience in hospitality and culinary arts education, Dusit Thani College (DTC) stands as Thailand’s first and largest institute specifically dedicated to the field. Renowned for its Bachelor’s programmes, DTC has also been offering short course Public Programmes in culinary arts and hospitality management for the past decade.

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How to Freeze Dry Food: All Your Freeze Dried Food Questions Answered

FoodDocs

If you're looking for a quick guide to freeze-drying food, you're at the right place.

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Discover a Portside Oasis at the Brand-New ROOMS Batumi

Hospitality Net

The new ROOMS Batumi seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, just like the historic Georgian port city surrounding it. With a whimsical yet serene renovation of a 19th-century building, the hotel blends into Batumi’s Old Town and tells the story of its location while simultaneously inspiring generations to come. The restored original façade gives way to a rooftop restaurant and pool with sweeping city and sea views, a peaceful courtyard oasis, and an American-style diner with a menu highlight

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