Tue.Jul 23, 2024

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How AI Is Enabling Restaurant Labor Compliance

Modern Restaurant Management

When we talk about the “restaurant of the future,” labor compliance isn’t exactly the flashiest or most exciting topic to include—certainly not when juxtaposed with salad-making robots and personalized digital menus. But beyond its legal necessity, ensuring compliance with employment laws is critical to shaping a better experience for employees and customers alike.

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Opening a Bar Checklist: Everything You Need to Know

Sculpture Hospitality

Are you excited by the allure of owning your own bar? The camaraderie, the creativity, and the chance to be the neighbourhood hangout is all pretty enticing.

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EFSA: Vibrio Becoming More Prevalent in Seafood Due to Climate Change; AMR Worsening

Food Safety Magazine

In a new scientific opinion, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) warns that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to critical antibiotics is increasing in some Vibrio species, and that the prevalence of the pathogen is expected to increase globally due to climate change.

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Guestline integrates ResDiary and AI to boost sales of ancillary products via guest portal

Hospitality Net

Guestline, part of Access Group, has introduced a host of self-service options to its GuestStay offering, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to further reduce pressure on hotel staff while empowering guests.

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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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‘Future of Food Safety Auditing’ Whitepaper Released

Food Safety Magazine

The Think Tank on the Future of Food Safety Auditing was formed in response to an urgent need for innovation in food safety auditing. Based on the insights and recommendations from the Think Tank, industry must embrace transformative change in food safety auditing practices, as discussed in a recently released whitepaper.

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The Actual Cost of Internet Outages on Restaurant Operations

Fast Casual

By taking the appropriate steps, restaurant operators can better prepare for and mitigate the effects of connectivity issues, ensuring smoother operations and sustained customer satisfaction despite unforeseen technical difficulties.

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Taylor Swift Case Study: How Madrid Hotels Leveraged RoomPriceGenie During High-Demand Period

Hospitality Net

Imagine this scenario: Taylor Swift posts a new photo on Instagram with a hidden message about her next concert dates and locations, which turns out to be near your property. Whether you’re busy with guests or enjoying time with your family, you might miss this critical information. By the next day, you find your property fully booked for those dates, unaware of the Taylor Swift concert that drove the demand.

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Massachusetts lawmakers approve universal free school meals for another year

FoodService Director

Also in this week’s K-12 legislative update: New Hampshire governor signs farm-to-school pilot program bill into law.

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The Hotels Network Introduces KITT: The First AI Voice Guest Service Agent for Hotels

Hospitality Net

The Hotels Network (THN), a direct growth platform serving over 20,000 hotels around the world, proudly announces the launch of KITT, the first AI Guest Service Agent specifically designed to elevate hotel guest experiences and enhance operational efficiency. The AI agent provides seamless, 24/7 support through voice or text, over the phone or on the website, enhancing communication with guests and answering their questions with unparalleled efficiency.

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Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis

Food Safety Tech

The CDC website reported that there is a Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis. Many people in this outbreak are reporting eating meats that they had sliced at deli counters. Investigators are collecting information to determine the specific products that may be contaminated. Products sold at the deli, especially those sliced or prepared at the deli, can be contaminated with Listeria.

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Global Business Travel Industry Spending Expected to Hit Record $1.48 Trillion in 2024

Hospitality Net

The business travel industry has proven itself resilient as it leaves the global pandemic behind and moves into a new era of post-pandemic stabilization. The forecast for 2024 predicts global business travel spending will reach $1.48 trillion USD by the end of the year, an increase on 2019 spending which was a previous record at $1.43 trillion. Additionally, by 2028, it is projected to exceed $2.0 trillion, highlighting a robust path ahead for the business travel sector in terms of spending.

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Top 5 Takeaways On Sodium: Insights, Impacts, & Innovations For Public Health

FoodInsight

Top 5 Takeaways On Sodium: Insights, Impacts, & Innovations For Public Health The antidote to dietary doldrums, salt, that unassuming crystalline ingredient that makes many foods taste better, is found widely in the food supply. In the form of sodium chloride, simple table salt is the culinary component that, when added in the right amount, elevates an eating experience beyond the mere simplistic.

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Sustainable Hospitality: Using Technology to Go Green Means More ‘Green’ for Hoteliers

Hospitality Net

In 2023, the World Tourism Organization spotlighted an impressive trend: a significant 73% of global travelers now prefer hotels that adopt sustainable practices. This shift is driving hotels to incorporate green technology extensively in their operations. According to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, by 2025, green technology will distinguish industry leaders in the hospitality sector.

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Marcone, ITW Link Up in Canada

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Marcone Commercial Kitchen and ITW Food Equipment Group are partnering to offer overnight delivery of Hobart Genuine Parts throughout Canada. Last September, Marcone began distributing Hobart parts in the U.S. In Canada, it also distributes parts for the following ITW brands: Traulsen, Baxter, Vulcan, Berkel, Somat and Stero.

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Florence’s new icons: Ruby Bea & Ruby Dante

Hospitality Net

Ruby Bea and Ruby Dante draw meaningful inspiration from Florence’s rich cultural heritage, reflecting the city’s artistic and intellectual legacy. The Renaissance, an era that flourished in Italy, witnessed monumental advances in architecture, banking, mathematics, and the fine arts. These historical roots are beautifully captured in the design of Ruby Bea and Ruby Dante, where guests embark on a journey through time, experiencing different perspectives much like artists who revolutionised the

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FDA Issues Warning Letter to SC Processor for Continued Listeria Presence

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Discover Fresh Foods, LLC of Greenville, SC, a manufacturer of refrigerated ready-to-eat (RTE) dips and spreads. This issue is that the company had a ongoing contamination issue of the same Listeria strain. According to the report, FDA laboratory analysis of environmental sample #1242488 collected on December 13, 2023, found that three (3) out of the 99 total environmental swabs were positive for L. monocytogenes.

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Valencia Hotel Group Secures Largest Equity Raise to Date, Acquiring Cavalry Court and The George in College Station, Texas

Hospitality Net

Valencia Hotel Group is thrilled to announce a major achievement in its growth trajectory with the successful completion of its largest equity raise to date. This landmark investment facilitates the acquisition of Cavalry Court and The George, two premier boutique hotel properties located in the heart of College Station, Texas.

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CA Company Recalls Walnuts After Testing Finds Listeria

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Stutz Packing Company of Indio, CA is voluntarily recalling it’s 1-pound packages of Shelled Walnuts, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was the result of routine sampling which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria. These Walnuts were distributed to food bank warehouses in Texas and Arizona which further distribute to other distribution centers that can go to consumers, or smaller foods banks, school lunch programs, shelt

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A BLEND of Resilience and Human Connections

Hospitality Net

Not all of us can say they have a passion or a calling, but if you do, passion is a powerful force that drives you to pursue your dreams and achieve extraordinary goals. Whether it’s a love for wine, art, science, or any other field, the journey toward mastering a passion is often filled with both thrilling moments and significant challenges.

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Bar Louie Perks Up Equipment Lineup

Foodservice Equipment Reports

With the addition of espresso machines and more, Bar Louie is bringing new energy to its beverage menu. By the end of this year, the 67-unit chain says offerings like espresso martinis, lattes and tropical tea selections will be available at all units. Currently, the rollout is underway at Bar Louie’s corporate locations.

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Pick Up Your Calls To Pick Up More Bookings!

Hospitality Net

Despite the pundits’ predictions, the phones continue to ring with incoming reservations leads even now in the mid-2020s, and yes, even at branded hotels across all segments. I’m sure some readers are thinking “Well not us. The majority of our rooms are booked online.

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Farm to Fork Profile: A Generational Partnership with A&J Orchards

Bon Appetit Management Company

Sam Asai (right) stands with his son Aron in their orchard. Outside of Hood River, Oregon, fruit trees sprawl across acres and acres of bucolic landscape of the Columbia River Gorge. Sam Asai and his family have been tending their orchard here for generations. Sam, whose grandparents emigrated from Japan in the early 20th century, owns and operates the orchard together with his family.

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Marriott International Strengthens Leadership Position in Branded Residences, Announces Owner Recognition Platform

Hospitality Net

Yesterday, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced the continued growth and global leadership of Marriott Branded Residences, along with enhanced Residence Owners benefits through ONVIA, the company’s newly integrated Owner recognition platform.

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Building a Student Chapter—Relationships

Food Recovery Network

When we first considered activating Mount Holyoke College’s (MHC) Food Recovery Network (FRN) chapter, my friends and I weren’t sure whether we qualified. At a school where one centralized dining hall keeps careful track of pre-consumer, recoverable kitchen scraps, it turned out that the majority of food waste came from post-consumer scraps—food that students took onto their plates and threw away at the end of a meal.

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The Top 7 Pain Points in Hospitality Procurement and How to Overcome Them

Hospitality Net

Siloed and fragmented procurement software often complicates the procure-to-pay process. Outdated solutions are typically expensive, inflexible, and inefficient, yet many organisations persist in using these antiquated systems. This reliance on old-fashioned procurement management systems hinders operational efficiency.

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Walk-In Cooler And Freezer Troubleshooting

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Walk-in coolers and freezers are essential for foodservice and retail businesses, ensuring proper storage and preservation of food items. However, like any equipment, they can encounter problems that affect performance. Understanding and troubleshooting these issues is critical for maintaining efficiency and functionality.

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RIU approves two new sustainable policies to keep making progress with its Proudly Committed strategy

Hospitality Net

RIU Hotels & Resorts has taken yet another important step forward in its Proudly Committed sustainability strategy with the approval of two key policies: the Sustainability Policy and the Procurement and Supplier Policy. These two documents will guide hotel operations and the supply chain towards a more responsible, ethical and sustainable model. RIU’s Sustainability Committee gave the policies the green light before submitting them to the chain’s Board of Directors, which approved the policies

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TATA STARBUCKS INTRODUCES ITS FIRST METRO STORE IN INDIA

FMT Magazine

TATA Starbucks has announced the opening of its first metro store at the bustling Western Express Highway (WEH) metro station in Mumbai. Designed to cater to the dynamic lifestyles of consumers who are on the go, this first of a kind store in India for Starbucks offers a seamless and delightful experience, no matter when you stop by. The WEH Store will bring forth ease and a ‘Third Place’ experience for commuters between work and home, offering opportunities for meaningful connections over handc

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UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation partner to support African artisans in rural areas

Hospitality Net

UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation have solidified their ongoing partnership by signing an agreement at the UN Tourism headquarters in Madrid. The agreement focuses on empowering artists and artisans, particularly women and youth, in rural tourism destinations in Africa. With this new agreement, TUI Care Foundation becomes the first partner to support the pilot phase of the Tourism for Rural Development Small Grants Programme by UN Tourism.

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Alto-Shaam Launches New Range of Heated Display Cases

FMT Magazine

Alto-Shaam, a global leader and innovator in the foodservice equipment industry, has launched the latest version of its heated display cases featuring multiple enhancements, including new LED lighting and top heat. The new deli case range includes three different size models – the 48-inch (122cm) case with three pan zones, a 72-inch (183cm) case with five and the 96-inch (244cm) with seven pan zones – all featuring Alto-Shaam’s patented Halo Heat® technology now paired with ceramic top heat for

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