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Software can help restaurants with data aggregation and segregation

Restobiz

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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5 Key Steps to Successful Draft Beer Inventory Control

Sculpture Hospitality

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.

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Top 5 Most Competitive Cities for Restaurants in the US

Wasserstrom

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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Serving Up Protection: Navigating Liquor Liability in the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

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.

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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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A Quick Guide to Intellectual Property in the Alternative Protein Industry

Forward Fooding

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.

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Cooking from Toronto to LA: Celebrating Jeff Thurston, our 2024 Chef of the Year

Bon Appetit Management Company

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.

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Industry Survey Reveals Key Challenges to Ensuring Low-Moisture Food Safety

Food Safety Magazine

A recent survey of the low-moisture food industry and relevant stakeholders has revealed the sector’s key food safety challenges and research needs related to food safety culture, sanitation, pathogen reduction, and technology adoption.

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Global Pizza Chain Maps 23 New Store Openings

Foodservice Equipment Reports

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.

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Navigating the Latest Listeria Outbreak…again

FoodHandler

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 [.

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U.S. Open Serves Up Growth for New York Events Industry Increasing Year-over-Year Volume by 30.2 percent in August, Knowland Reports

Hospitality Net

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.

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Healthy Hospital Chef Challenge winners and their prize-winning plant-based recipes

FoodService Director

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.

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Swissôtel debuts in Romania with Mountain Resort in Poiana Brasov

Hospitality Net

Swissôtel, a globally recognised symbol of Swiss hospitality excellence, today announces the opening of Swissôtel Poiana Brasov, which marks the entry of the premium brand in Romania. Nestled within the lush greenery of the Postăvarul Massif, this new property offers an ideal retreat for skiers, hikers and nature lovers in the country’s most popular mountain resort.

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Forecasting Slow Growth & Positive Future for Food Away from Home

FoodService Director

Discover IFMA's 2024-2025 foodservice industry projections, forecasting slow but positive growth for food away from home. On-site segments, including Colleges & Universities, are expected to lead with 2% growth in 2024. Learn how inflation predictions have been adjusted and find out how different foodservice categories are expected to perform.

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JW Marriott Debuts in Ho Chi Minh City with the Opening of JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon

Hospitality Net

JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, unveils its first property in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon. Located at the junction of Hai Ba Trung Street and Le Duan Boulevard, with a direct connection to the popular mPlaza Saigon, this 565-key, dual-tower property is nestled within District 1, the city’s commercial and cultural hub.

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Utah uses federal funding to help offset meal debt

FoodService Director

Also in this week’s K-12 legislative update: California awards $52.8 million in farm-to-school grants.

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The Hotelier’s Guide to Profitable Direct Booking and OTA Management

Hospitality Net

Balancing distribution channels between Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) and direct bookings is essential for maximizing revenue and maintaining control over the guest experience. While OTAs can drive significant traffic and bookings, relying too heavily on them can lead to increased distribution costs and diminished profit margins. These easily accessible OTA discounts often reduce the perceived value for guests and add additional costs for hotels in the form of commissions, which typically range

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How to Meet the High Requirement for Food-Grade Lubricants in Global Markets

FMT Magazine

Food-grade lubricants play a vital role in the food manufacturing process by minimizing overheating due to friction and wear, ensuring safe and efficient equipment operation. It’s essential to utilize lubricants that are food-safe to avoid potential food contamination and recalls. For example, earlier this year in the US, raw meat products were recalled due to potential contamination with non-food grade mineral seal oil, which should not be used in meat processing.

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Your Data, Your Control: Ensuring Your Data is YOUR Data When It Comes to Hotel Technology

Hospitality Net

In the modern, data-centric, tech-reliant hospitality industry, hotels depend heavily on third-party vendors to streamline operations, enhance guest service, and maximize profits and productivity. This dependency, however, introduces a vulnerability as it involves sharing sensitive data with these external partners.

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Haldiram’s unveils Specially Curated Ganesh Chaturthi Campaign “Ganpati ke Geet Gaao, Aur Modak ka Swaad Ghar Laao”

FMT Magazine

As the celebrations of the vibrant festival of Ganesh Chaturthi nears, Haldiram’s, India’s leading traditional sweets brand has just unveiled its specially curated campaign, “Ganpati ke Geet Gaao, Aur Modak ka Swaad Ghar Laao.” As an ode to the celebrations, Haldiram’s has unveiled a select range of delicious modaks to help everyone spread the authentic taste of the cherished prasad among their loved ones.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Tower of London Unveils Plans for Exciting Renovation

Hospitality Net

DoubleTree by Hilton London Tower of London, known for its skyline views, rooftop bar Savage Garden, and prime location near attractions like the Tower of London - is rolling out plans for a significant renovation this year. The investment will see the refurbishment and redesign of 200 bedrooms across three floors, making way for new Deluxe and Executive Rooms.

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How Different Methods of Food Processing Affect Nutrition and Flavor

FMT Magazine

Method of Food processing is a significant industry that ensures people have safe, healthy, and tasty foods throughout the year. In India, where agriculture is part of the economy, there is a need to process and preserve foods to meet the growing population and reduce food wastage. However, the way processed foods are prepared and at what stage they are subjected to processing can either add to or reduce the nutritional value and enhance or reduce the taste of the food.

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Core Hospitality to open first Marriott Bonvoy property in Esbjerg

Hospitality Net

Element by Westin, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of extraordinary hotel brands, makes its debut in Denmark with its first opening in Esbjerg. Core Hospitality has confirmed that the hotel A Place To will be rebranded to become Element by Westin Esbjerg at the beginning of 2025.

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Smart Care Coffee Companies Join Forces

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Florida-based Jaguar Coffee, a provider of coffee equipment maintenance and a Smart Care company since 2021, will now operate under the VP Coffee name. The change, formally announced this week on social media by Smart Care, became effective Sept. 5.

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Red Roof® Continues to Invest in the Brand and Opens Newly Constructed 700th Hotel

Hospitality Net

Red Roof®, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, continues to invest in new hotels and strengthen the brand and its business. The company opened its 700th property, a new build in Jamaica, N.Y., along with a new build and prototype, the HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof® Tampa - Airport, in Tampa, Fla. The dual openings reflect continued demand for the Red Roof economy lodging brand and underscore the company’s unwavering commitment to a quality experience and great value for budget-consc

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How Much Cheese Does the Average American Eat Annually?

Penn State Food Safety Blog

The average American eats 42 pounds of cheese per year. Initially that seems like a lot, but when you add it all together.pizza.cheese snacks.sliced cheese on every type of sandwich and burger, and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano piled on everything.it makes sense. And of course, there is the cheese tax. The dairy industry is looking to increase capacity, so we need to continue to do our part.

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Rocco Forte Hotels Announces The Opening Of Rocco Forte House Milan

Hospitality Net

Rocco Forte Hotels is delighted to announce the opening of Rocco Forte House Milan on 29th August 2024. Located in the heart of Milan, eleven exclusive apartments offer guests an extraordinary combination of luxury, privacy and personalised service.

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Consumer Groups Petition USDA to Remove Lunchables From School Lunch Program Due to Toxic Contaminants

Food Safety Magazine

Consumer Reports and More Union have petitioned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to remove Lunchables food kits from the National School Food Lunch Program due to what the groups perceive as relatively high levels of lead and cadmium, as well as the presence of phthalates.

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Raffles Hotels & Resorts Unveils New Global Brand Campaign Celebrating Its World-Renowned Butler Service

Hospitality Net

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is proud to reveal ‘The Butler Did It,’ the newest campaign from the luxury hospitality brand. The project, which brings together exceptional creative talent, celebrates the brand’s legendary Butler Service and its role in creating an inspiring and unexpected guest experience.

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INNEO Processing Aid for Listeria Receives GRAS Status From FDA, USDA

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have granted “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS) status to INNEO, a food processing aid that uses antimicrobial peptides to eliminate Listeria monocytogenes in food.

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Best Western Plus Dubuque Unveils New Cutting-Edge High-Speed Guest WiFi Network by Hotel Internet Services

Hospitality Net

Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a leading provider of advanced internet connectivity solutions for the hospitality sector, announces the successful completion of a major WiFi network upgrade at Best Western Plus Dubuque in Iowa. The full-service hotel property recently partnered with HIS to ensure that seamless internet access is available throughout all onsite areas of the property, including all 150 guestrooms and 8,500 square feet of meeting space.