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Niche Menus: Less Is More When it Comes to Luxury

Modern Restaurant Management

If you were to ask people who enjoy the finer things in life about the hallmarks of a luxury hotel, you would likely get responses that include quality, consistency, and service. These are indeed the table stakes when it comes to delivering premium experiences. But what if your menu was telling your guests something about luxury? In the January 23, 2024 New York Times article,“The Menu Trends That Define Dining Right Now,” the publication gathered 121 menus from restaurants all over

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Mastering social media: a 5-step guide for restaurant operators

Restobiz

By Mila Holosha Social media management can seem like an overwhelming undertaking, but can operators manage their restaurant’s social media accounts themselves? Not only is it possible, but it can also be highly beneficial for business. No one understands the restaurant, feels its atmosphere, and knows its essence better than someone who works there, and […] The post Mastering social media: a 5-step guide for restaurant operators appeared first on Restobiz.

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Five Ways Technology is Enhancing Consumer Trust

Food Safety Tech

Farm-to-table has become a popular dining concept over the last twenty years, yet the broader food and beverage industry still needs more transparency in many areas. A larger movement is now emerging to bridge this information gap, driven by consumer demand for deeper insights into the food they consume. However, a few simple technology-based solutions can make transparency possible within food distribution.

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How George Mason University’s ‘The Spot’ became the spot to be for plant-based eating on campus

Food Management

The Sodexo team was able to grow guest counts at the concept by over 50% over the past year.

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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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Best Practices for Capitalizing on Workplace Holiday Party Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

It's beginning to look like a festive holiday season at workplaces as office party attendance and budgets are rising, according to ezCater's first-ever Workplace Holiday Party Trends Report , which reveals emerging trends and insights from 1,600+ employees and decision-makers nationwide. Kaushik Subramanian, Chief Revenue Officer at ezCater, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine that the report allows restaurants to predict seasonal trends and prepare their offerings as workpl

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The Alliance launches Universal Sustainability KPIs at COP29: marking a new era for climate action in hospitality

Hospitality Net

In a landmark session at COP29, the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) introduced its Universal Sustainability Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) during the first-ever joint session of Tourism Ministers and the COP Presidency. This initiative, part of the COP29 Declaration on Enhanced Climate Action in Tourism, marks a transformative step for the hospitality industry, underscoring its pivotal role in addressing global climate challenges, enhancing economic sustainability, and d

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Diners at the University of Houston learn how to turn kitchen basics into a meal before departing for Thanksgiving

Food Management

Chartwells Higher Ed, which runs foodservice for the university, recently hosted a Teaching Kitchen led by Senior Executive Chef Chad McDonald.

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MRM Research Roundup: Thanksgiving Trends, Diner Optimism, and Holiday Spending

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of Drinksgiving and Thanksgiving trends, FSR challenges, and "out-of-the-box" dining habits. An 'Out of the Ordinary' Year for Independents 2024 was an “out of the ordinary” year for independent restaurants, according to TouchBistro's 2025 State of Restaurants Report.

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Simone Puorto Brings His "Digital Clone" to BTO 2024: A Provocative Glimpse into the Future of AI in the Food and Hospitality Industries

Hospitality Net

For the first time in the history of BTO – Buy Tourism Online, Simone Puorto, a globally recognized consultant, author, and technophilosopher in the travel and hospitality industry, will push the boundaries of innovation by sending his digital clone to deliver his keynote speech. This bold experiment exemplifies the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and its implications for the future of the hospitality sector.

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How POS Inventory Tools Cut Costs in Restaurants

Lavu

Running a restaurant is tough, and poor inventory management can make it even harder. Wasted food, stock shortages, and manual tracking errors all lead to higher costs and lost profits. That’s where POS inventory tools step in to help. Key Ways POS Systems Save Restaurants Money: Real-Time Tracking : Automatically updates stock levels as orders are placed, reducing waste and preventing stockouts.

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The continued return-to-office and spending at sports venues drives North American growth for Compass Group in 2024

Food Management

The foodservice provider said that new business and value perception in the business and industry segment contributed to the company’s U.S. success.

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Greg Ebel Becomes PRIDE Centric Resources’ Next CEO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Starting January 6, Greg Ebel will serve as CEO of PRIDE Centric Resources. The announcement follows August’s update that Karin Sugarman made plans to retire. She spent 28 years with the purchasing cooperative. Ebel has extensive experience in the foodservice equipment industry through his leadership at Manitowoc Ice and Everpure.

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261. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 261 – Exploring Groucho’s Deli: A Blend of Tradition and Innovation in the Restaurant Industry

The Restaurant Technology Guys

Welcome back, food enthusiasts! Today, we dive into a captivating conversation from the Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast featuring Jeremy Julian and his esteemed guest, Deric Rosenbaum, CTO and President of Groucho’s Deli. This 83-year-old brand has firmly rooted itself in the hearts of people throughout the Southeast.

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2024 Accessibility Standards for Digital Menus

Lavu

Accessibility in digital menus is no longer optional – it’s a legal requirement in 2024 under the ADA. Restaurants must ensure their digital menus are usable by everyone, including the 61 million U.S. adults with disabilities. Here’s a quick summary of what’s important: Legal Compliance : ADA mandates accessible digital platforms, including menus.

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From trash to treat: food scraps at Bowling Green State University get new life as dog biscuits

Food Management

The holidays have gone to the dogs at Wood County Dog Shelter who will be receiving homemade dog treats made from leftover food prepared by the Chartwells Higher Ed team at Bowling Green State University.

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Unox Names Derrick Richardson President, CEO

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Unox, offering combi and speed ovens, has announced the appointment of Derrick Richardson as president and CEO of Unox North America. Richardson brings decades of leadership experience in the foodservice and commercial equipment industries.

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The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) Heads to Cape Town for the First Time for its 13th Edition

Hospitality Net

The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), Africa’s premier conference for tourism and hospitality investment, is gearing up for its 2025 edition in Cape Town. Taking place from 17 to 19 June at The Westin Cape Town, AHIF 2025 will introduce an innovative, dynamic format aimed at fostering new partnerships and facilitating deals within Africa’s rapidly expanding hospitality sector - one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.

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How Real-Time Inventory Reduces Food Waste

Lavu

Real-time inventory systems help restaurants cut food waste , save money, and improve operations. Here’s how: Track Stock in Real-Time : Monitor inventory levels instantly to avoid overstocking or understocking. Reduce Spoilage : Get alerts for expiring items and use the FIFO method to manage perishable goods. Forecast Demand : Use sales data to predict future needs and order the right quantities.

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Chartwells Higher Ed’s Supper Club program combines nostalgia and sophistication to create an immersive dining experience

Food Management

The foodservice provider recently launched a Supper Club program, which brings engaging dining experiences to college campuses, such as Central Michigan University and the University of Utah.

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BWW Go Touches Down in New Territory

Foodservice Equipment Reports

On-the-go holiday travelers bustling through Boston Logan Int’l Airport now have a new food option, as Buffalo Wild Wings Go recently opened there. The unit, nestled in Terminal A near sister brands Jimmy John’s and Dunkin’, marks BWW Go’s first airport location.

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Your Root Cause Analysis Toolbox

Food Safety Tech

Root cause analysis is a familiar term across various industries and a requirement at some level by most regulatory bodies. Unfortunately, the process of investigating a root cause may seem overly burdensome and consequently appropriate root cause tools are often abandoned. If the available root cause methods are viewed as tools within your toolbox, their value can be realized once the appropriate tool is selected.

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Is LAVU Right for You? 3 Restaurant Success Stories

Lavu

Lavu helps restaurants improve efficiency, manage growth, and enhance customer service. It’s a cloud-based POS system tailored for restaurants, offering tools like inventory management, employee scheduling , and CRM. With features like dual pricing to cut credit card fees, real-time inventory tracking, and integrations with QuickBooks and Uber Eats, Lavu simplifies operations for businesses of all sizes.

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Johnson and Wales University expands composting efforts with new partnership

Food Management

The university has teamed up with Bootstrap Compost to launch a new composting program, expanding its composting efforts to new locations on campus.

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Organic Carrots Linked to E. coli Outbreak with 39 Reported Illness; Product Recalled

Penn State Food Safety Blog

The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O121:H19 infections linked to organic whole and baby carrots supplied by Grimmway Farms of Bakersfield, California. To this point(11/22/24), there are 39 reported illnesses with 15 of those hospitalized and one death.

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Short-Term vs. Long-Term Wine Storage

Chef's Deal

Short-term and long-term wine storage are two distinct pathways of storage for ready-to-drink and aging wines. Short-term storage is used to preserve ready wine in the best conditions for an enjoyable drinking experience, while long-term wine storage methods aid in the aging process of newly-made wines. Key factors such as temperature stability, humidity control, light protection, and vibration-free storage are considered in both methods, with varying arrangements to ensure the necessary conditi

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Menu Reports: Using Data to Boost Restaurant Sales

Lavu

Modern POS systems like Lavu have revolutionized how restaurants optimize their menus, replacing outdated manual methods with real-time, automated insights. Here’s what you can achieve with these tools: Track Performance : Identify which menu items are popular and profitable. Analyze Trends : Spot seasonal patterns and customer preferences. Improve Margins : Monitor contribution margins to adjust pricing effectively.

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Eurest taps into mega trends for seasonal catering, including boards, dips and more

Food Management

The Charlotte-based B&I foodservice provider and division of Compass Group is rolling out the red carpet for 25 new holiday catering items available until the new year.

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Michigan Company Recalls Ground Beef Linked to E. coli Outbreak in Minnesota

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Wolverine Packing Co., a Detroit, Mich. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,277 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. The problem was discovered when FSIS was notified by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture of a group of ill persons who had reported that they consumed ground beef prior to their illness.

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7 New Year’s Resolutions for Foodservice Marketers

IN Food Marketing

Let’s Resolve to Be the Best Partners Possible We find this time of year to be filled with positivity and anticipation. As we look to the coming year, it feels like anything is possible, and it’s with that spirit of optimism that we share a handful of resolutions we feel can lead to better foodservice marketing outcomes. 1. Fewer Messages, Bigger Impacts It’s important to not spread too many messages in too many places.

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How to Analyze Menu Item Popularity with POS Data

Lavu

Want to make smarter menu decisions? Use your POS system to analyze sales, profitability, and trends. Here’s how: Identify Top Performers : Track sales volume and item rankings to spot customer favorites. Evaluate Profit Margins : Calculate contribution margins to see which items bring in the most profit. Categorize Menu Items : Group dishes into Stars (popular & profitable), Plowhorses (popular but low profit), Puzzles (profitable but less popular), and Dogs (low demand & profit).

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How one beverage company is helping colleges put boba tea on the menu while easing labor challenges with automation

Food Management

Automated beverage company Botrista was founded with the goal of easing operational challenges. Take a look behind the scenes at how the company is helping colleges and other foodservice operations expand their drink offerings while using minimal labor.

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Public Health Alert for Beef Tallow Illeagally Imported into the USA

Penn State Food Safety Blog

USDA FSIS is issuing a public health alert for beef tallow products that were illegally imported from Mexico and are ineligible for entry into the United States. The products were not certified for export to the U.S. by the government of Mexico as being produced under equivalent inspection, they do not identify a certified establishment number on their packaging, and they were not presented to FSIS for import reinspection as required.

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Self-Service Innovation Summit executive panel to share future predictions, strategy insights

Fast Casual

This year’s Self-Service and Innovation Summit, hosted by Networld Media Group in Tampa, Florida from December 9-11 will culminate with “Thought leader roundtable: Executive predictions,” a panel dedicated to helping decipher fact from fiction and providing practical advice for building your business.

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Audrey Casey Pearson Returns to LTI as Chief Brand Ambassador

LTI, Inc.

Blog | November 25, 2024 Jonesboro, GA – November 25, 2024 – LTI, Inc., leading manufacturer and designer of modular and custom serving systems, advanced technologies, and decor, is excited to welcome back Audrey Casey Pearson to the company as chief brand ambassador, marking her return to the family business that was founded in 1947. In this new role, Casey Pearson will focus on building brand awareness within the company, the foodservice industry and the community.

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Nemco Adds to Sales Team

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Adam Rosenkranz has joined Nemco Food Equipment as national sales manager for the western territory of the U.S. He joins a sales team led by Chris Fisher, director of sales since August 2023, alongside national sales managers Emma Stamm and Sean Collins.

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Wisconsin University Expands Recall of Mislabeled Ice Cream After Determining Issue Occurred on Other Lot

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Babcock Dairy of Madison, Wisconsin, is expanding its November 7, 2024 recall for Orange Custard Chocolate Chip ice cream that may be labeled as Chocolate Peanut Butter. The products were produced on Sept. 17 and 30, 2024. The issue with the first lot (Lot for Sept 17) was discovered on the evening of Nov. 4, 2024, when a customer reported the mislabeling.