Food Management

JULY 28, 2023

Messiah Lifeways residents see, learn, taste benefits of monthly seasonal ingredients through Elior North America program.

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Bill Marler

JULY 24, 2023

I just got this email from a lawyer that I have worked with several times over the years. I hope all lawyers get an email like this once in their practice – mine is pushing 36 years. Retirement has freed me of the political and financial strains of formal law firm culture, liberating my mind to see the practice, and the practitioners, as they are. I wanted to reach out to you to tell you that in my view you stand out in the crowd for many reasons.

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Food + Tech Connect

JULY 31, 2023

Image Credit: Courtesy Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. Aleph Farms, in partnership with Migros, Switzerland’s leading food enterprise, has made strides towards introducing cultivated meat in Europe with a groundbreaking regulatory application.

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Chef Ann Foundation

JULY 24, 2023

As they approached the midpoint of the Healthy School Food Pathway (HSFP) Fellowship, the program’s inaugural cohort visited the Culinary Institute of Child Nutrition (CICN) in Oxford, MS! Read on to learn about the Fellows’ exciting experience learning and practicing fundamental culinary skills for operating scratch-cook school meal programs.

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Restobiz

JULY 31, 2023

By Mark Plumlee In today’s digital age, online reviews play a critical role in a restaurant’s reputation, which can directly affect the bottom line. A recent survey showed that 90 per cent of consumers read online reviews before visiting a business, and 88 per cent trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations. Therefore, it’s […] The post Responding to online reviews: a cheat sheet for restaurants appeared first on Restobiz.

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Food Management

JULY 27, 2023

The XACT Systems BioReactor is West Virginia’s first commercial composter and the first technology of its kind in the world to be used at a university, according to Marshall’s Sustainability Department.

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Bill Marler

JULY 31, 2023

When you are sitting comfortable at home feeding your kids or going out to dinner, remember that there are a lot of people that have your back. I will be profiling them over the coming days as Poisoned begins streaming on Netflix. Darin has always been one of my heroes – even before he became a Netflix star. Dr. Detwiler is a well-respected food safety academic, advisor, advocate, and author.

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Food + Tech Connect

JULY 24, 2023

Image Credit: New York Times Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. A landmark study reveals how adopting a vegan lifestyle could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, shedding light on the statistic that meat-eaters produce four times more green house gases than their vegan counterparts.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JULY 25, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant industry, standing out and thriving requires more than just offering great food. It demands a relentless pursuit of excellence, a commitment to continuous improvement, and an unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional experiences for customers.

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Restobiz

JULY 14, 2023

Repeat business is a restaurant’s bread and butter, and this means loyalty and retention is top of mind for many operators. According to studies, it costs a business 25 times more to acquire a new customer than it does to keep one, so it’s in your best interest to make customer loyalty your top priority. […] The post Stepping up your loyalty program appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 5, 2023

The quick service restaurant (QSR) industry is currently experiencing a trend of commoditization, with low barriers to entry and a standardized set of features offered by most restaurants. This trend is primarily driven by advancements in point of sale (POS) systems and the availability of white label, plug-and-play online ordering systems. In today’s highly competitive landscape, marketing departments are focused on getting a 360-degree view of the customer in order to personalize their e

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Food Management

JULY 26, 2023

Selleck Food Court has been named the winners of the 2023 FM Best Concept Award in the Best Renovation category.

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Bill Marler

JULY 27, 2023

The CDC is reporting that a number of infections from a persistent strain of Salmonella are linked to chicken. It is currently legal for producers, distributors and retailers to sell Salmonella contaminated poultry in the United States. A citizen petition to make it illegal to sell poultry contaminated with any one of 31 strains of Salmonella — including the persistent strain referenced by this CDC report — has been filed with the U.S.

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Food + Tech Connect

JULY 10, 2023

Image Credit: Courtest Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. Renowned chef José Andrés delighted diners at China Chilcano by serving cultivated chicken from Good Meat, following Upside Foods’ debut of their own cultivated chicken in San Francisco.

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Sculpture Hospitality

JULY 18, 2023

TORONTO, ON, July 17, 2023 -- Sculpture Hospitality, a distinguished leader in hospitality and restaurant inventory management, is pleased to announce the expansion of its network with the addition of a Sculpture Hospitality franchise in Santa Cruz, California, owned by long-standing clients Jennee Gregg and Taylor Fontana. This significant move enables Gregg and Fontana to continue using Sculpture’s services for their own restaurant, Malone’s Grille in Santa Cruz, California, while delivering t

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Restobiz

JULY 11, 2023

By Sander Meijers From contactless payments to food delivery platforms, the pandemic was the catalyst for many restaurants embracing today’s technology. However, restaurants have the opportunity to further enhance the customer experience and build brand loyalty through payment technology. The days of ordering food delivery from your local restaurant over the phone, running to an […] The post Leveraging payments for better restaurant experiences appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 28, 2023

Restaurant operators are always looking for new tools, promotion channels, and advertising options, but they might not be quite sure what they need to say to tempt a potential guest. Before dealing with promotion of any kind, you should determine your restaurant’s base: the value of the establishment, its uniqueness, target audience, and the place that the restaurant occupies in the minds of guests.

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Food Management

JULY 26, 2023

Morrison Healthcare’s new food hall at Lancaster General Hospital has been named Best of Show in the FM 2023 Best Concept Awards.

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Bill Marler

JULY 31, 2023

Acute hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Post-diarrheal hemolytic uremic syndrome (D+HUS) is a severe, life-threatening complication that occurs in about 10 percent of those infected with E. coli O157:H7 or other Shiga toxin-producing (Stx) E. coli (STEC). The cascade of events leading to HUS begins with ingestion of Stx-producing E. coli (e.g., E. coli O157: H7) in contaminated food, beverages, animal to person, or person-to-person transmission.

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Wasserstrom

JULY 18, 2023

Managing inventory in the foodservice industry is essential for ensuring profitability. However, theft and shrinkage can be a major problem, leading to significant financial losses. Reducing theft and shrinkage in your restaurant requires systematic planning and the vigilance of a meerkat. Being that, we provide an overview of theft and shrinkage in the context of […] The post Restaurant Inventory Management: Theft & Shrinkage appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 6, 2023

DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku’damm announced its opening, marking the first opening under Hilton’s full-service DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Berlin and the third in Germany. Designed to serve leisure guests vacationing in Berlin as well as business travelers and groups from around the world, the hotel is one of the largest in the city with 420 guest rooms and over 8,600 square feet of meeting space.

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Restobiz

JULY 10, 2023

By Jessica Brill How is today’s technology helping to shape and improve the foodservice industry? As inflation and labour shortages continue to challenge businesses, innovation can play an important role in helping to alleviate some of the stresses that come with managing those persistent challenges. We consulted five industry experts from various leading foodservice sectors, […] The post Tech talk: the future of restaurants appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 25, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t new, but suddenly it’s everywhere. Stories of its perils or profits appear in everything you read, scroll, listen to, or watch, making it difficult to separate hype from help. Our Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) team believes AI falls into the latter category. We also believe in the fast-paced world of the restaurant industry, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a key ingredient for success.

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Food Management

JULY 18, 2023

Improvements and additions are helping the senior living facility farm flourish

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Bill Marler

JULY 24, 2023

C&E Farms Inc., of Oxnard, CA, is recalling certain bins of romaine lettuce because the product may be contaminated with rodent droppings. According to the details posted online by the FDA, the recall was initiated on June 16, 2023, and is ongoing. The recalled product was distributed in Massachusetts and Minnesota. Recalled products: Romaine lettuce packed in bulk 45-pound mini-bins 2580 mini-bins Code: Tierrasol 23-26R08 Anyone who purchased the recalled product should immediately dispose

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Sculpture Hospitality

JULY 31, 2023

Do you have experience in the hospitality industry, but are ready to take the next step in your career and regain control of your life by running your own business? If so, you might be considering operating your very own franchise business.

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Hospitality Net

JULY 4, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Satu Mare, a brand debut in Romania. This latest signing delivers the lifestyle brand’s market debut in the Balkan nation and strengthens the brand’s presence in Eastern Europe.

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Restobiz

JULY 5, 2023

By Jessica Brill Food waste has always presented a challenge to the foodservice industry, but as inflation continues to reach record highs, restaurants may even be more motivated to lower waste and cut costs. From tightening up inventory to better managing off-premise orders, there’s an opportunity for the foodservice industry to waste less, lower its […] The post Food rescue: there’s an app for that appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 24, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has become invaluable in the food industry. It can help improve restaurants’ transparency, validation, verification, and communication, driving key performance indicators (KPIs) like increased customer satisfaction, trust, and loyalty. AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand.

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Food Management

JULY 27, 2023

Five school nutrition professionals are being awarded between $20,000 and $100,000 of equipment grants for their school meal programs.

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