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The Enduring Appeal of Signature Staples at QSRs and Beyond

Modern Restaurant Management

In the $387.5 billion quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, trends and fads may come and go, but signature staples withstand the test of time. These timeless menu items have been meticulously crafted and perfected over the years, holding a special place in the hearts (and stomachs) of many. While customers crave the comforting familiarity of signature staples, they also yearn for the excitement of new flavors and experiences.

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Restaurants in real-time: today’s foodservice industry and where we’re headed

Restobiz

By Jessica Brill As the foodservice industry progresses on the road to recovery, the post-pandemic landscape continues to challenge a great number of restaurateurs. Inflation, staffing shortages, and government policies threaten the livelihoods of so many hospitality businesses, as many operators work to get back on their feet. Prior to the pandemic, the average monthly […] The post Restaurants in real-time: today’s foodservice industry and where we’re headed appeared first on Restob

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Foxtrot’s Return, Meati Raises $100M + More

Food + Tech Connect

Image Credit: Eater 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. Foxtrot is set for a revival with plans to reopen 15 stores across Chicago, Dallas, and Austin this summer, while Meati Foods, known for its mycelium-based cutlets and steaks, secures $100M in funding despite recent layoffs, expanding to 7,000 retail locations.

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EU to Develop New Traceability Requirements to Tackle Honey Adulteration, Revises Origin Labeling Rules

Food Safety Magazine

The European Commission is taking strides to improve honey authenticity, including setting new origin labeling requirements, and the development of harmonized traceability requirements and improved methods of composition analysis and origin tracing. The Commission is assembling a group of experts called the “Honey Platform” to advise this work and is accepting applications.

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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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Is Your Restaurant Business Thriving?

Modern Restaurant Management

Have you completed a small business checkup at your restaurant lately? If not, you might be overlooking ways to improve your eatery’s financial health and learn to thrive in this challenging economic climate. Full tables, employees earning solid tips, shifts being fully staffed and the restaurant having the ability to source quality provisions at reasonable prices and dependable delivery times, are among the signs the business is thriving, according to Ben Johnston, COO of Kapitus.

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How to Train Young Restaurant Workers for On-the-Job Safety

Wasserstrom

As more young workers enter professional kitchens this summer, it’s important to consider their aptitude for safety. Statistically, the young people who suffer the most work-related injuries are from the restaurant industry. And in the fast food segment, that number rises even higher. Why Do Teens Require Special Safety Training? It’s ethically imperative that […] The post How to Train Young Restaurant Workers for On-the-Job Safety appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.

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Restaurant Management: Your 10-Step Guide

Sculpture Hospitality

Congratulations! You're a restaurant owner – a total rockstar with a dream of serving up delicious food and making people happy. But between menu planning, counting restaurant inventory , keeping staff happy, and deciphering that mountain of health codes, you might feel like your brain is about to explode.

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The Secret Sauce of Success – Owning Customer Data

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry is changing fast, moving towards using data to truly understand customer preferences and behaviors. The transition from a traditional service model to a knowledge-powered approach is not just an opportunity; it's a necessity for survival and success in the digital age. The big change in the restaurant business is now about more than just serving food; it's about offering a personalized experience that matches exactly what customers want and expect.

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How to Deliver a Frictionless Experience at Six Key Stages of the Guest Journey

Hospitality Net

The hospitality industry has witnessed an explosion in technology that has transformed the way properties engage with guests. From a proliferation of mobile apps and chatbots to self-service options for everything from check-in to food ordering, change is the order of the day.

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Winholt’s Fresh Facility To Open in July

Foodservice Equipment Reports

With a new building and hire, Winholt Equipment Group is making plans for the Sunshine State. The New York-based maker’s Florida unit, set to open next month, will be its fourth national manufacturing facility in the country, joining locations in Pennsylvania, Texas and California.

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FDA Warns Public About Mushroom Edibles With Undisclosed Ingredients Causing Seizures

Food Safety Magazine

So far, 12 severe cases of illness, including seizures, have been linked to the consumption of Diamond Shruumz brand mushroom-based chocolates and candies. The products are marketed as way to “microdose” (implying a drug-like effect), but also claim not to contain psychedelic substances.

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What Restaurant Employees Want

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators have a variety of opportunities to improve their staff experience, according to What Restaurant Employees Want, a state-of-the-industry report from 7shifts. The research details what matters most to industry workers and what operators can do to provide an excellent staff experience. Among the highlights: Restaurant employees crave recognition and feedback.

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Ukrainian hotels improve their knowledge of USALI with the support of EU4Business

Hospitality Net

The Ukrainian Hotel and Resort Association (UHRA) has completed a series of training sessions on USALI (Uniform System of Accounting for Lodging Industry) which took place in March-April 2024 with the support of the EU4Business: SME Recovery, Competitiveness, and Internationalisation program funded by the European Union and the German Government.

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Malachy Parts & Service Teams With Manufacturer

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Malachy Parts & Service and Pasmo America have entered into an agreement. Effective immediately, MPS will serve as the master parts distributor and service partner for Pasmo in the Northeast region. As the master parts distributor, MPS will stock and distribute genuine Pasmo parts, ensuring timely availability for Pasmo equipment owners in New Jersey and New York City.

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EU Moves Closer to Possible Ban on BPA in Food Contact Materials

Food Safety Magazine

An EU Member States expert committee has voted in support of a European Commission proposal to ban some bisphenols, including bisphenol A (BPA), in food contact materials.

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A Slice of America

Modern Restaurant Management

Fantini's New Haven Style Apizza and its owner, Jimmy Fantin, will be featured in "A Slice of America: Charred in the Florida Sun" premiering Thursday, July 11 at 7 pm at the Lyric Theatre in Stuart, FL. Directed by Gorman Bechard, known for his acclaimed documentary "Pizza A Love Story," and hosted by pizza historian Colin M. Caplan, this film explores the rich history of New Haven-style pizza and Fantin's unwavering passion for perfection.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Connects Communities Across Asia Pacific with Feel Good Moments, Sharing 10,000 Signature Cookies to Celebrate its 100th Property in the Region

Hospitality Net

Leading global hospitality brand DoubleTree by Hilton, renowned for its warm and caring service, announces the launch of ‘Share a Feel Good Moment Month’ in celebration of its 100th hotel opening in Asia Pacific. This initiative marks one of its largest communications activations in the region for the brand, driving a coordinated celebration across more than 100 hotels in 13 countries and regions.

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Marcone Expands Footprint in Western Canada

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Marcone has expanded its footprint in Western Canada, pointing to significant repair industry growth in the region as the reason behind the move. The parts distributor recently opened a 48,000-square-foot regional distribution center in Calgary. Marcone says it can now ensure delivery to 90% of the Canadian population with next-day ground service.

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Are mobile handheld devices right for your restaurant?

Fast Casual

Brian Pickens, product manager at NCR Voyix, talks about the three challenges quick-serve restaurants face that can often be effectively solved through deployment of mobile handheld devices.

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Flavourtech’s Origins: From Wine to Worldwide Flavor Solutions

FMT Magazine

Leon Skaliotis, CEO of Flavourtech , Discover how Flavourtech, founded over 40 years ago by an innovative winemaker in Australia, evolved from addressing grape juice desulphiting to revolutionizing flavor extraction and concentration across various industries. Question: What inspired the founding of Flavourtech and how has the company evolved since its inception?

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Park Plaza Bangkok to be rebranded as Radisson RED Bangkok Sukhumvit 18

Hospitality Net

The existing Park Plaza Bangkok Soi 18 will be rebranded and reimagined with a colorful new (upper-) upscale concept, before relaunching as Radisson RED Bangkok Sukhumvit 18 in Q4 2025.

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Eloma Announces Addition To Team

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Adam Dyer has joined Eloma USA as its new sales manager/culinary. In the role, Dyer will support all sales activities for the brand in the U.S., reporting to Matthew Auck, vice president of sales and marketing. Prior to joining Eloma, Dyer worked in both food distribution and equipment. His knowledge spans multiple segments, including fine dining, QSR, education, health care and more.

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To-go packaging revolution: 5 must-haves for the modern eater

Fast Casual

Sales of prepared foods and ready-to-eat meals have surged, forcing operators to adapt their packaging solutions to meet the needs of on-the-go consumers.

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Bloomberg Article Highlights Problems with Outsourced / Generic Medications

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Generic medications and drugs are a common site in grocery and pharmacy stores. Prices are normally dollars cheaper than branded items. Are you willing to spend the extra money for the branded items? This article provides insight into the issues of generic drugs when the retailer does not do adequate supplier verification. Bloomberg [link] Dozens of CVS Generic Drug Recalls Expose Link to Tainted Factories The chain’s branded drugs were recalled about two times more than those of its biggest riv

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Economic Feasibility Studies: Using AI to Provide an Assist for Tourism and Lodging Development

Hospitality Net

Your company may be looking to add a new property, updates, or an expansion. What would you do if you are asked to prepare an economic feasibility study on a new tourism and hotel development project in your area? What are the major steps that you would include in this economic feasibility study?

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Fast Casual Makes Multiunit Deal for Arizona Debut

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Nothing Bundt Cakes franchisees John and Sue Gilbert are adding to their mix, with plans to bring Sweet Paris Creperie & Cafe to Arizona this year. The first of three Phoenix-area units will open this fall in Scottsdale Quarter shopping center, with subsequent Arizona openings planned for the next three years.

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HungerRush partners with restaurants to create better guest experiences

Fast Casual

HungerRush VP of Sales Josh Desmond met up with FastCasual.com editor Cherryh Cansler at the recent National Restaurant Association Show to talk about how the company prioritizes building partnerships with their clients to help them best serve their customers.

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Three Sisters, Blue Zones and what they’ve got to do with healthcare dining

FoodService Director

Morrison Healthcare provides each location of the Mayo Clinic with local culinary inspiration, and ideas keep coming, including a superstar farm-forward recipe incorporating corn, beans and squash by Chef Michael Millben.

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Cassia Debuts in South Korea with the Opening of Cassia Sokcho

Hospitality Net

Cassia Sokcho, a vibrant new addition to the Banyan Group’s portfolio, is delighted to welcome guests to an engaging and dynamic living experience. This marks the brand debut of the Cassia brand to Korea, coinciding with the Group’s celebration of its 30th anniversary. The brand, known for its connected living spaces and modern concepts, also operates in Bintan, Indonesia, and Phuket, Thailand.

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Commercial Refrigeration Installation: DIY vs. Professional Installation

Chef's Deal

Deciding between DIY (Do It Yourself) and professional installation for your commercial refrigeration system greatly impacts your equipment’s performance and longevity. Commercial coolers and freezers are crucial to ensure the safety of chilled and frozen treats and preserve their freshness. They must always be properly working without any performance loss.