Tue.Nov 12, 2024

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Mozzarella Cheesecake

Food Management

Cheesecake with a twist is the vibe in this dessert from Ricky Webster and the California Milk Advisory Board, designed to highlight mozzarella and seasonal fruit, much like a caprese does at the peak of tomato season. Fresh berries, stone fruit, poached rhubarb or pears would all work well.

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How to Safeguard Your Restaurant in the Face of Severe Weather 

Modern Restaurant Management

In a time where restaurants are challenged by rising costs and labor constraints, the rise in severe weather adds another challenge that owners and managers must plan and solve for to protect people and assets. 2024 disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Milton are strong examples of how catastrophic weather can be, leaving businesses devastated and communities with billions in damages.

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Idaho University chefs go head-to-head in a culinary showdown hosted by Food Network’s Chef Justin Warner

Food Management

The winning dish from the culinary competition was a pan-seared Coulotte steak, served with a garbanzo bean pupusa.

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What is the Average Restaurant Food Cost Per Month?

Sculpture Hospitality

Learn how to calculate your average restaurant food cost per month, improve your food cost percentage, and boost profitability with effective strategies.

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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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USDA announces it’s now accepting farm-to-school grant applications

Food Management

Also in this week’s K-12 legislative update: Boise State’s subgrant program aimed at strengthening procurement for school meals is also open for applications.

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Leftover Turkey Mojo Tostones

Food Management

Turkey leftover dishes aren't usually this vibrant. Instead of the usual hash, tetrazzini or turkey sandwiches, try these Leftover Turkey Mojo Tostones from Executive Chef Rocco Carulli of R House. The flavors of bell pepper, pineapple, jalapeno and mojo verde make this a memorable dish in itself.

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Walk-On’s Grows Prototype With 20-Unit Deal

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux will put its latest prototype to work through a recently inked deal with Port Royal Brands. Port Royal Brands will open 20 restaurants throughout Georgia and Tennessee featuring the prototype, which comes with a smaller footprint, upgraded technology, enhanced guest experience and state-of-the-art kitchens.

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Deviled Eggs with Louisiana Crawfish

Food Management

This tailgate-friendly bite, courtesy of Executive Chef Marcus Woodham of Birdy's brings that N'Awlins flavor to classic deviled eggs with buttermilk-marinated crawfish and a kicked-up hot sauce reduction.

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How to Overcome Staffing Shortages by Empowering Hotel Teams

Hospitality Net

The Covid pandemic amplified an existing challenge in hospitality: staffing shortages. When hotels shut down, many employees left the industry, finding better hours and pay elsewhere. As a result, hoteliers now face a staffing crisis, exacerbated by legacy systems and repetitive tasks that can deter new hires.

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Turkey Neck Gumbo

Food Management

James Beard semi-finalists Chef Jordan Herndon and Chef Amarys Koenig-Herndon of Palm & Pine in New Orleans are well-known for their focus on sustainability in the kitchen. This recipe makes the most of leftover turkey necks, creating a rich and flavorful gumbo.

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Qdoba Inks 22 New Franchise Agreements in 2024

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Qdoba, which calls itself America’s No. 2 restaurant brand in the Mexican fast-casual category, ended its fiscal year on a high note. Along with continuing positive same-store sales and investments in store remodels and upgrades, the company had 22 new franchise signings nationwide.

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State of Healthcare 2024: Making up for lost labor

Food Management

A majority of respondents to FoodService Director’s 2024 State of Healthcare survey said that they are experiencing a staffing shortage.

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Four Seasons Resort & Residences Caye Chapel - Set to Open for 2025 Opening in Belize

Hospitality Net

Located just off the coast of Belize, Four Seasons Resort & Residences Caye Chapel will include a 104-key luxury hotel composed of expertly-designed guest rooms and suites, including a collection of 18 overwater bungalows. Designed by Mauricio Gomez de Tudo and Taller G, the hotel seamlessly blends the natural island allure with the five-star service attributed to the Four Seasons brand.

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Reaffirming Healthy Schools Campaign’s Mission and Focus

Healthy Schools Campaign

Healthy Schools Campaign (HSC) is dedicated to making schools healthier places for children and youth. Because schools are the heartbeat of our communities, and serve as important anchors for many efforts that support children and families, HSC engages a diverse set of stakeholders in our mission-focused work. Parents, caregivers, teachers, school nurses, building engineers, principals, superintendents, counselors, social workers, community health providers, environmental and community organizat

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citizenM Inspires Guests To Embrace The Sunshine State Of Mind

Hospitality Net

citizenM - the pioneer of affordable luxury hotels - has launched a new opening campaign for its third property in Miami, providing guests the opportunity to embrace their sunny side. Located steps away from the buzzing retail and restaurants of Lincoln Road, citizenM Miami South Beach is where the positive effects of sun meet the positive effects of citizenM’s sleep experience.

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Purdue Receives $10 Million to Continue Work to Strengthen Global Food Safety

Food Safety Magazine

A Purdue University professor has been awarded $10 million in funding from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to extend the work of the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Food Safety (FSIL) for another five years.

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COP29 to Feature Thematic Day on Climate Change and Tourism for the First Time

Hospitality Net

For the first time, the UN Climate Change conference of the parties will welcome Tourism Ministers, placing the sector firmly within the COP29 Action Agenda and providing a high-level platform for dialogue – at the initiative and joint leadership of the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism).

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Kraft Heinz Voluntarily Pulls Lunchables from School Lunch Program Following Consumer Reports Petition

Food Safety Magazine

After consumer groups petitioned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to remove Lunchables from the National School Lunch Program due to toxic contaminants in September 2024, Kraft Heinz, the makers of Lunchables, voluntarily decided to pull its meal kits from the program.

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Marketing masterclass: How to maximize your hotel’s seasonal digital marketing

Hospitality Net

Q4 is a crucial time for hotels, and we’re here to help you capture more business this holiday season. Tune in for an expert-led webinar to explore the latest trends and strategies for boosting bookings and transitioning smoothly into the New Year.

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Saving Seeds: Honoring Indigenous Farming Practices

Bon Appetit Management Company

Every November, Bon Appétit Management Company takes the time to reflect on the rich cultural heritage of Native Americans, whose deep ties to the land have cultivated traditional knowledge systems over centuries. Indigenous farming practices are an essential part of the cumulative wisdom that has been passed down over generations. These agricultural customs not only ensure the survival of important crops, but a connection to rituals, food traditions, ancestors, and the surrounding ecosystem.

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SLS Playa Mujeres Now Open In Cancún, Mexico

Hospitality Net

Making its grand entrance on the palm-fringed, sugar-soft sands of Costa Mujeres, SLS’s first ever all-inclusive wonderland is bringing something fresh and fabulous to the Yucatán Peninsula with its enviable blend of extravagant style, culinary artistry and electric entertainment. SLS Playa Mujeres’ waterfront rooms and suites, dynamic dining and mixology destinations, and unmatched array of lifestyle and wellness offerings, invite guests to say farewell to the ordinary at a resort where friends

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The FoodTech 500 Alumni News Round-up (October 16 – November 13 Edition)

Forward Fooding

Check out what some of the FoodTech 500 Alumni have been up to lately: PHYTOLON | Natural colors biotech startup received an investment from Rich Products Ventures (RPV) to advance Phytolon’s natural, fermentation-based food color technology. With this investment, Rich’s plans to use Phytolon’s vibrant, eco-friendly colors in its portfolio of icings, toppings, and baked goods.

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IDS Next Opens Direct Office in Riyadh, KSA

Hospitality Net

IDS Next is thrilled to share the news of the opening of our latest office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With our established market presence in the Middle East and the expanding Saudi client base, it was a strategic decision to further solidify our presence in the region. The Middle East has witnessed a remarkably strong recovery in its tourism and hospitality sectors in the post-pandemic era.

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Polar King Adds to Research and Development Team

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Polar King Int’l has hired Ryan Gonzalez as a project engineer. In his new role, Gonzalez will spearhead computer-aided design initiatives to support company innovation in cold storage solutions. “We’re thrilled to welcome Ryan to our research and development team,” says Dave Schenkel, president of Polar King Int’l.

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Unveiling hospitality’s most exceptional icons: 95 HICONS for 95 years of Hotelschool The Hague

Hospitality Net

Who or what is your most exceptional hospitality icon? That was the question posed by Hotelschool The Hague as it marked its 95th anniversary, inviting industry professionals, students, employees, and alumni to join in celebrating the people and objects that shape the world of hospitality.

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The Hansen Group and Tennessee Foodservice Directors Visit LTI

LTI, Inc.

Blog | November 12, 2024 We had an incredible time last month hosting The Hansen Group , our rep group who covers MAFSI 12 and 14 territories, and nearly 20 Tennessee foodservice directors here at LTI! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, share and showcase what makes LTI’s product line stand out. Our teams dived into discussions about our capabilities, explored the factory and experimented with the LTI Configurator to design custom serving systems.

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Accor Identifies 2025 Travel Trends: The Top Adventures and Destinations Brits Are Set to Explore

Hospitality Net

According to recent Accor research, 2025 promises to be an exciting year for travel, with new trends shaping the ways in which Brits will explore the world. Following the rise of the “cool-cation,” destination dupes, and active tourism, a new Accor survey shows that 74% of Brits are planning to travel abroad in the coming year. But what adventures await them, and where are they headed?

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USDA Awards FSU $300,000 in Funding for Two Food Safety Innovation Projects

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded grants to two Florida State University (FSU) professors for projects focused on food safety innovation—specifically, on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to mitigate foodborne antimicrobial resistance, and for the development of a new Salmonella assay.

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World Rankings Topped by PolyU School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Hospitality Net

The School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University continues to remain in the upper echelons of international rankings, claiming the top spot in the “Hospitality and Tourism Management” category of ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024.

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Chipotle Seats Scott Boatwright as CEO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

This week, seven-year Chipotle veteran Scott Boatwright officially took the reins as CEO of the brand. He also will join the board of directors. The appointment comes after Boatwright held the interim CEO role for three months following the departure of prior CEO Brian Niccol, who is now Starbucks’ CEO.

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