Fast Casual
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The food truck market is growing at a healthy CAGR of 4.29% and is expected to reach a value of $2.65 billion by 2027. While the growing popularity of food trucks is likely to bring more customers, the longer queuing times this could bring is likely to be a challenge for many popular hospitality managers.
Restobiz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Madan Kanala Managing multiple concepts within a restaurant group can be exciting and challenging in this dynamic industry. Each concept generates a wealth of data with its unique menu, customer base, and operational style. Leveraging this data is crucial for maintaining high standards, optimizing operations, and driving growth. This is where software applications, able […] The post Software can help restaurants with data aggregation and segregation appeared first on Restobiz.
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Chef Ann Foundation
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
We recently hosted a panel discussion to learn about how the biggest school district in New England — Boston Public Schools — and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at large are working to improve school meal programs, invest in the school food workforce, and support local and regional farmers. Here’s what we learned.
Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
In this comprehensive video guide, Adam Guild of Owner.com offers best practices for restaurant marketing. In total, you will learn 18 different marketing strategies across Instagram, Facebook, email, SMS, and direct mail.
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Sculpture Hospitality
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Okay, let's talk about draft beer. It's a big deal, right? It's often a cornerstone of your bar's sales and profits, but it can also be a real headache if you don't keep a tight grip on it.
Wasserstrom
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Certain cities in the United States offer plenty of risk and reward for restaurant owners and operators. Read on as we present the top five most competitive culinary landscapes in the United States. Within these cities, contenders face off against a dense network of established players, all vying for success. 1. New York City The […] The post Top 5 Most Competitive Cities for Restaurants in the US appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.
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Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Future foodspaces will need to be designed to meet the personalized needs of diverse customer bases, according to Culinary Crossroads: How Societal Shifts Are Defining Tomorrow’s Dining , the latest whitepaper from IA Interior Architects research initiative, HumanX. "The future of restaurant design will be complex and dynamic, shaped by generational preferences, shifting family structures, and broader ecological and economic trends," said Carlotta Dove, Director of Consumer Experie
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
More than ever, today’s travelers see hotels as not just places to stay, but as destinations. From secluded island hideaways to eco-friendly wilderness retreats, this shift is creating new opportunities for modern resorts to drive ancillary revenue by offering memorable, one-of-a-kind experiences that cater to travelers’ unique preferences and needs.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Horizon Equipment, based in Eagan, Minn., has promoted Ryan Smith to president. Smith has served the dealership for 13 years and most recently held the role of vice president. “Throughout his tenure at Horizon, Smith has demonstrated strategic vision and operational expertise that have been pivotal in navigating the company through significant expansions,” the release says.
Food Safety Magazine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
In this episode of Food Safety Matters , we speak to Brendan Niemira, Ph.D., a Research Microbiologist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA’s ARS), about his work developing cold plasma technology for microbial decontamination in food applications, and its potential to advance food safety.
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Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
The restaurant industry is fighting a tough battle. Rising costs are not the only financial hazard facing the food service business, as recent studies show that slip and fall cases cost the industry $2 billion a year. However, there are several ways businesses can help reduce risk, financial exposure, and legal complications. Focus on Smart Construction When designing new restaurant spaces, be aware of the need for adequate drainage systems to avoid unwanted water runoff, which can freeze during
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Hospitality is about people helping people, a process that technology can enhance and support through robust infrastructure and tools the workforce can learn and enjoy using while delivering the experience guests have grown accustomed to when on vacation or a business trip.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Released today, the MAFSI Business Barometer showed sales continued to decline for the 12th consecutive quarter in Q2/24. But in his executive summary, Michael R. Posternak, CEO of PBAC and Associates, says a recovery could start to appear in Q4/24 or Q1/25. Overall, sales for Q2/24 declined into negative territory at -1.0% and came up short of the forecast for slim growth of +.01%.
Forward Fooding
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The alternative protein industry is buzzing with new ideas, with startups and established companies alike racing to develop the next big thing in plant-based, fermented, or cultivated proteins. Innovation is everywhere – whether it’s a new meat substitute that tastes like the real deal, a unique way to produce protein-rich foods or a novel ingredient that improves texture or flavour.
Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Day-to-day restaurant operations are stressful enough, and the last thing you want to do is worry about the plumber you hired. Plumbing issues are never a fun thing to deal with at your restaurant, but they are a common enough occurrence that finding the right plumber can make plumbing maintenance less of a headache if they are good at their job. It can also cause an even bigger headache if you find one that is not qualified.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Puerto Rico’s premier beach resort reveals first details on the highly-anticipated upcoming unveiling of a series of transformative upgrades, including elegant new rooms and suites, innovative dining concepts, expanded menu of offerings, and more.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Detroit-based Little Caesars says it’s celebrating its 65th anniversary by signing numerous multiunit development agreements to expand its footprint across the U.S. The agreements will translate into more than 23 new restaurants opening, according to the press release. New locations will open in Dallas, Los Angeles, San Antonio, Charlotte, Albuquerque, Brooklyn, Baltimore and Greenville.
Fast Casual
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Visits to Starbucks on the day it relaunched the pumpkin spiced latte (Aug. 22) outpaced its recent Thursday average by 24.1% and stayed elevated through the weekend.
Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Running a restaurant comes with a unique set of risks, especially when serving alcohol. While alcohol sales can significantly boost revenue, they also introduce considerable liabilities that vary widely by state. For example, if your establishment serves alcohol to an intoxicated patron who subsequently drives and causes an accident, your business could be held liable for any resulting property damage, personal injury, or even fatalities, depending on local laws.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Yesterday, over one thousand hotel owners, workers, and small business owners, as part of the newly formed Protect NYC Tourism Coalition, rallied on the steps of City Hall to fight against the City Council’s so-called “Safe Hotels” bill. The Coalition has also sent a letter asking the City Council to reject the bill, Int.991, as it threatens the sustainability of New York City’s hotel and tourism businesses and puts the livelihoods of thousands of dedicated workers at risk.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Thrive Restaurant Group has acquired Denver-based Modern Market Eatery. Thrive has been a franchisee of Modern Market since 2022. Modern Market, created in 2009, includes restaurants in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Texas, with licensed locations in Colorado, Georgia, Indiana and Massachusetts. Last November, it opened its first drive-thru.
Bon Appetit Management Company
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Jeff Thurston at The Huntington Jeff Thurston has been at this for a while. Compass and Bon Appétit Management Company’s 2024 Chef of the Year has been working in restaurants since he was a teenager growing up in Toronto. The first job at a quick service restaurant functioned to support his bike habit, he says. “From a young age I rode a bike all over the city,” says Jeff.
FoodHandler
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Welcome to Food Safety Education Month! Late last month in my blog we talked about this once-a-year time to focus on educating your employees and amping up your food safety plan for the next year. But as we end out the summer, we find ourselves in the midst of a large-scale foodborne illness outbreak. This [.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The much-anticipated Mercure Szczyrk Resort, a stunning blend of modern design and local tradition, has opened its doors, welcoming guests to an iconic location in the Silesian Beskid.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
FCSI The Americas has unveiled its next Board of Trustees and Officers. Those appointed to the 2025 board are: Christine Guyott, of Rippe Associates, as chair; Brent Hall, of Clevenger Associates, as chair elect; Kristin Sedej, of S2O Consultants, as secretary; Joe Schumaker, of FoodSpace, as treasurer; and Eric Norman, of Clevenger Associates, as immediate past chair.
FoodService Director
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Vegan chef from Milwaukee medical center wins first place in the competition, put on by Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and Institute of Culinary Education.
the CAMBRO blog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The rules of food safety are simple and finite. You may think you’re a food safety expert, but do you really know the most common protocols that are essential for every kitchen? Take our 5-question quiz to test your knowledge, and when you’re finished, you’ll have a chance to enter to win a Cambro Food Safety Prize Pack! Each week, we’ll choose a winner through 9/30.
Hospitality Net
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality, reported that New York ranked second among the top 25 markets, with over 30 percent year-over-year (YoY) meeting volume growth driven primarily by sports tourism for August. Las Vegas ranked first with 36 percent YoY growth. This data is sourced from Knowland’s sales intelligence platform designed to help hoteliers protect and grow their revenue base.
Fast Casual
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Wesley Keegan, owner of TailGate Brewery, gives insight on how adding pizza to his brewery was the perfect match.
FoodService Director
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Campus Executive Chefs Yolanda Santiago and Chad Cliffe really vibe with the energy of the students, and their leadership brings joy to feeding the hungry Wolfpack.
Culinary Services Group
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Did you know, on average, 5-10% of older adults have an allergy? Or that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that at least 4.5% of people 75+ have food allergies ? In 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code was updated to reflect these growing numbers, adding that kitchen staff should have training on the most common allergens and how to spot an allergy attack.
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