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New Breakaway Bay lounge offers a 'round the clock break to staff at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital with 24-hour access to meals

Food Management

The 24-hour space is stocked with a variety of sandwiches, wraps, salads and snacks as well as coffee, water and tea.

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Data-Driven Decisions in Food Safety: Avoiding Cognitive Bias in Risk Assessments

Food Safety Tech

Food safety remains a vital concern for public health and consumer trust. Every decision in risk assessment can protect lives and prevent contamination. Adopting data-driven methods offers a clear advantage over traditional practices prone to human bias. Today, predictive analytics, digital collaboration, and Industry 4.0 innovations provide much of the evidence needed to secure the food supply.

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Workplace foodservice provider Eurest is now serving more sustainable coffee

Food Management

Eurest has teamed up with Direct Coffee, a sustainable coffee company that offers various blends of ethically sourced and eco-friendly coffee.

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Food Recovery Network Featured at Montclair State University

Food Recovery Network

Ava Scott, a Junior at Montclair State University, recently featured the Montclair State Food Recovery Network chapter in an article and invited FRN Executive Director to join Montclair States Morning Buzz program on WMSC. Read the full article on Medium and below. And listen to the interview. Every day at Montclair State University, leftover food is thrown away at the dining facilities, often overlooked as waste.

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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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How Elba Central School District is strengthening students’ connection to their food

Food Management

The district has worked on incorporating additional local ingredients to its menus and is offering students the opportunity to further engage with food through culinary classes and more.

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TX Establishment Recalls Sausage Product After Complaint for Foreign Material - A Pen

Penn State Food Safety Blog

D.J.s Boudain, LLC, a Beaumont, Texas, establishment, is recalling approximately 17,720 pounds of boudain sausage link products that may be contaminated with foreign materials, specifically pieces of a pen. The problem was discovered after the establishment received a consumer complaint involving the discovery of a piece of a pen while eating the Original Boudain sausage links product.

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Lotte Group Will Invest $300 Million for Their Expansion in India’s Snack Market

FMT Magazine

South Korea’s Lotte Group is about to invest $300 million for its expansion in Indias snack market. These funds will be allocated gradually over the next five years. They will introduce various Korean snack brands to Indian consumers. They are starting it with the popular brand Pepero in July 2025. They have some bigger plans and this move is just a reflection of the same.

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Hyatt Announces Plans to Acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts, Enhancing Hyatt’s All-Inclusive Platform

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Hyatt has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA, Playa) for $13.50 per share, or approximately $2.6 billion, including approximately $900 million of debt, net of cash. Playa is a leading owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica and Hyatt is currently the beneficial owner of 9.4% of Playas outstanding shares.

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ITC Enters the Processed Meats Segment Among Industry Challenges

FMT Magazine

A prominent Indian conglomerate, ITC Limited, enters the processed meats sector. They are introducing many products under their ‘Master Chef’ brand. Their move clearly aligns with the overall diversification efforts they have been putting in for years. Meanwhile, the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) segment is their primary focus and they want to capitalise on the convenience todays consumer asks for.

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RobosizeME Launches Automated Reconciliation Suite to Streamline Hotel Payments and Commission Processing

Hospitality Net

RobosizeME, a leader in hospitality process automation, has announced the launch of its Automated Reconciliation Suite, a cutting-edge solution designed to simplify and accelerate the complex payment and commission processes in the hotel industry. By automating reconciliation for travel agency commissions, OTA payments, employee benefit vouchers, and more, the solution significantly reduces manual errors and improves cash flow, saving hotels hundreds of hours of administrative work.

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CFTRI and DBT Launch BioNEST Incubation Facility

FMT Magazine

The Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) have inaugurated the BioNEST incubation facility in Mysuru, Karnataka. They came up with this initiative to support startups and researchers within the food technology and biotechnology field. This initiative will allow them to access new infrastructures and mentorship.

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SQFI Announces 2025 Excellence Awards Finalists

Food Safety Tech

The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), announced six finalists for the 2025 SQF Excellence Awards in anticipation of SQF Unites in Orlando, Fla., where the winners of each category will be announced. SQF Auditors and Practitioners are the heart of the SQF program, said Gigi Vita, chief food safety assessment officer & senior vice president for SQF.

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Nestlé and Starbucks Introduce Ready-to-Drink Coffee Beverages in India

FMT Magazine

Nestl and Starbucks are going to launch various ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee beverages in India. They want to leverage the rising demand for high-quality coffee in the country. Caff Latte, Caramel Macchiato, and Mocha are some of their initial product lineup. These items will be available in a convenient grab-and-go format. Plus, it contains Starbuckss signature Arabica coffee beans along with creamy milk to match the authentic coffee experience.

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ibis Singapore on Bencoolen Reveals Freshly Refurbished Rooms

Hospitality Net

ibis Singapore on Bencoolen announces the completion of an extensive refurbishment of its guest rooms that brings together style, comfort, and local culture in a refreshed experience.The newly refurbished rooms offer a fresh and contemporary stay experience, with deluxe and superior room categories available in multiple configurations. Designed for modern travellers, the rooms feature high-speed Wi-Fi, USB and type-C charging points, and a smart television, enabling seamless connectivity and ent

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Cherryh Cansler joins Paul Barron as co-host of Fast Casual Nation

Fast Casual

Fast Casual Nation will be the restaurant industry's first in a Podcasting 3.0 revolution that will focus on new interactive engagement models and build a new education frontier for information on the fast-casual restaurant industry.

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Wisconsin Sprout Operation Recalls Sprouts After State Testing Finds Listeria

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. of River Falls, WI is recalling 5oz packages of Alfalfa sprouts that expired on 1/29/25 because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing by the State of MN which revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in expired 5oz package Alfalfa sprouts.

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271. Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast Ep. 271 – Revolutionizing Restaurant Advertising with Finch: A Deep Dive into Digital Media for Venues

The Restaurant Technology Guys

Title: Revolutionizing Restaurant Advertising with Finch: A Deep Dive into Digital Media for Venues In todays fast-paced, ever-evolving world of technology and digital media, restaurants are finding themselves navigating new terrains to engage with customers more dynamically.

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Nestlé India Invests ₹1,100 Crore to Expand KitKat Production at Sanand Factory

FMT Magazine

Nestl India is going to invest approx. 1,100 crore in their upcoming projects. Their primary focus is to expand KitKat production, and they are adding a new manufacturing line to their Sanand Factory in Gujrat. This move can occur within the financial year 2024-25 and will easily boost their production capacity by 15,000 tonnes. This is their small dedication toward the bigger goals of both greenfield and brownfield projects.

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The Continental, powered by Placemakr Set to Launch in San Antonio

Hospitality Net

Placemakr, a flexible-use hospitality and multifamily operator, today announced the launch of its newest property in San Antonio, The Continental, powered by Placemakr. Launching in partnership with Weston Urban, this property will be a part of the new Continental Block Development, breathing new life into one of San Antonios architectural gems, transforming the historic Continental Hotel into 28-cutting edge, furnished apartment units for short-term hospitality stays.

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NJ Firm Recalls Imported Tahini Paste After State Lab Detects Salmonella

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Turkana Food Inc. Kenilworth, NJ is recalling 858 cases OF Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall was the result of a routine sampling performed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished products contained Salmonella. The company has ceased production and distribution of the products as FDA and the company continue their investigation to what caused the problem.

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Park Inn by Radisson Opens first hotel in Vellore, India

Hospitality Net

Radisson Hotel Group continues to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu, further strengthening its presence in India. The Group now operates seven hotels across the state under brands including Radisson, Radisson Blu and Park Plaza. The latest addition, Park Inn by Radisson, marks the Groups entry into Vellore as its first internationally branded hotel and introduces the Park Inn brand to the Tamil Nadu state.

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Top 11 Best-Selling Restaurant Equipment in 2024

Chef's Deal

Chef’s Deal’s 2024 best-selling restaurant equipment list features three cooking appliances, refrigeration solutions, food preparation tools, a commercial dishwasher, an ice maker, a commercial kitchen hood, and a beverage machine. Investing in high-quality commercial kitchen equipment is essential for enhancing efficiency, maintaining food quality, and maximizing profitability in the competitive foodservice industry.

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How to make Tripadvisor relevant again?

Hospitality Net

Recently, Tripadvisor fired more than 150 employees and contractors and reshuffled top management in an attempt to President Kristen Dalton announced internally that its chief technology officer and general manager of e-commerce will be leaving the company, according to a staff email obtained by Skift.

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Are you wasting your marketing dollars on the wrong data?

Fast Casual

A panel at the Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit in Myrtle Beach will look at how brands are wasting their marketing money and how to get the most out of their ad spend.

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Must-Know Trends in Hospitality Marketing for 2025

Hospitality Net

Weve seen it firsthandthe hotel industry is changing at a pace weve never experienced before. To stay ahead in 2025, we all need to adapt to new trends that are redefining how hotels connect with their guests. Developments including AI-driven marketing are transforming outreach, hyper-personalization is setting new guest expectations, and sustainability isnt just a trendits the future.

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Widening Recalls and Class Action Lawsuits: Alarming Recall Trends in 2024

Food Safety Magazine

This article examines food recall trends for 2024, including USDA and FDA guidance expanding the scope of recalls and class action lawsuits filed in response to foodborne illness and recall events. The author discusses what these trends mean for industry, and if they are expected to continue into the future.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts announces destination entry in Hat Yai, Thailand

Hospitality Net

Holiday Inn Express Hat Yai will be first internationally-branded hotel in the city.

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Proactive Allergen Prevention in the Foodservice Industry

Food Safety Magazine

This article discusses how to prevent allergen cross-contamination in a foodservice environment, with expert guidance on methods and best practices from food safety experts and business leaders from the retail foodservice sector.

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Radisson Collection continues “Taste of Heritage” Gastronomy Series with bespoke guide to Georgian cuisine and local wine culture

Hospitality Net

The fourth edition of the series takes travelers to Georgias capital of Tbilisi and renowned wine region Kakheti. Uniquely located on the famed family estate of the 19th-century aristocratic poet and winemaking pioneer Prince Alexander Chavchavadze, Tsinandali Estate, A Radisson Collection Hotel is a paradise for gastronomy and literature lovers alike.

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Ep. 187. Rainer and Coneski: Evolving Legislation Around Food Packaging Chemicals and Additives—Implications for Industry

Food Safety Magazine

In this episode of Food Safety Matters , we speak to Natalie Rainer and Dr. Peter Coneski, food regulatory experts at K&L Gates LLP, about the policy and legal issues surrounding food packaging chemicals of concern and targeted food additives, and the implications for industry.