Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2024

Restaurants started using 2D barcodes (such as QR codes) at dining tables to offer digital menus and even allow patrons to order with their smartphones during the pandemic, when contactless transactions were necessary. Since then, the practice has become ubiquitous. While a QR code can connect users to a host of static information, a more powerful 2D barcode is on the horizon to offer a wider suite of capabilities with virtually unlimited data storage capacity for instantaneous retrieval with th

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

MARCH 28, 2024

March 28 marks MLB’s Opening Day, packed with 15 baseball games. FER caught up with Alicia Woznicki, Aramark Sports + Entertainment’s vice president of design and innovation, to learn about the latest equipment and design trends in baseball stadium foodservice.

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FoodService Director

MARCH 28, 2024

Clay Walker, president of the iconic California drive-in, shares why local flavor and hospitality creates staying power.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

MARCH 28, 2024

Avanti Restaurant Solutions announced three promotions this week. Michael Jernigan has moved up to the role of vice president of design and build. Jernigan, who specializes in high-end restaurant and foodservice design, most recently served as senior director of design and build.

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FoodService Director

MARCH 28, 2024

As food allergies become more common, foodservice operators look to alternatives to ensure patron safety. Spreads like Sunbutter help operators offer diners delicious food without compromising safety.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Roomza, the innovative hotel startup known for personalized, tech-forward, hotel stays, has announced a collaborative venture with Rubell Hotels to introduce a distinct lodging experience within the Lord Baltimore Hotel. Set to open in April 2024, this initiative isn’t just about transformation; it’s an integration, adding a modern, exclusive offering to the historical ambiance of the Lord Baltimore.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

The professors’ platform Hospitality, Tourism, Innovation & Technology Experts Network (further HTIT-EN) has been granted a subsidy of 100,000 euros by the SIA. HTIT-EN brings together researchers from five universities of applied sciences in the field of tourism and hospitality. This unique collaboration contributes to technological innovation within the domain of hospitality and tourism.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 28, 2024

Regulated food and feed products require authorization before they can be sold in the UK. The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has proposed reforms to its Regulated Products Service (RPS), for which the agency is now drafting legislation.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, the region’s leading lifestyle hotel offers new level of accommodations on the Riviera Nayarit.

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FoodLogiQ

MARCH 28, 2024

Who is Michelle Brydalski? Michelle Brydalski is the VP of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at Charcuterie Artisans and has over 25 years of experience directing food safety, quality, regulatory, and sanitation programs in well-branded food manufacturing organizations. With that experience comes perspective, and Michelle has a sharp and practical understanding of both the technical skills you need to succeed in the industry and the mental attributes you need to deal with unpredictability and th

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

The cocktail-centric hospitality company, Midnight Auteur, unveils its first boutique hotel in the Hostess City of the South, opening early 2025.

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Chef's Deal

MARCH 28, 2024

Health and safety standards for walk-in refrigeration use encompass all standardized measures taken to minimize the risks to public and staff health and safety. Ensuring safety and compliance in walk-in refrigeration is crucial for protecting public health and employee welfare in the food service industry. This involves a multifaceted approach including stringent temperature and security monitoring, routine professional cleaning, comprehensive staff training, and robust emergency protocols to mi

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Traditionally, it was autocratic leadership skills that separated senior business leaders from the rest. In this model of top-down control, someone with a strong presence who could make quick decisions and take control of any situation would be at the forefront of the organization. They would rely on their own knowledge and experience to drive the business forward.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

MARCH 28, 2024

With all the challenges foodservice operators face, selecting energy-efficient equipment doesn’t have to be one of them. Tour any foodservice equipment manufacturer’s offerings, and operators may notice a little blue ENERGY STAR label. ENERGY STAR has served as the government-backed symbol for energy efficiency for more than 30 years, certifying both consumer and commercial products.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

The Marriott Vacation Clubs™, a portfolio of vacation ownership brands operated by Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC), understands there is a difference between visiting a city and seeing its sites, and truly experiencing it by discovering its secrets. With that in mind, today the company announces The Marriott Vacation Clubs City Collection. This collection consists of Marriott Vacation Club® branded properties, including those formerly branded as Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, in seven vi

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 28, 2024

Addressing concerns around brominated flame retardants in the environment and food, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is updating its decade-old risk assessments on different families of the chemicals. EFSA has launched a public consultation regarding the draft scientific opinion on the update of the risk assessment of tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA) and its derivatives in food.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Les Roches hosted the 5th edition of the Spark Innovation Hackathon in which 30 undergraduate (BBA in Global Hospitality Management) and postgraduate students from the Marbella campus participated. Les Roches, ranked among the world’s top four hospitality management schools worldwide, organized the training in collaboration with Spark partner, WE TANGIBLE, a company specializing in Innovation, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, and the Startup ecosystem.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 28, 2024

Designated by the European Commission, Denmark and Sweden have formed a public health consortium to jointly establish an EU reference laboratory or antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which will contribute to diagnostics and infection preparedness.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Accor, the region’s largest international hospitality group, is delighted to announce the opening of 22 hotels and over 6,000 rooms in Japan on Monday, 1 April 2024. With these openings, the Group’s footprint in Japan will instantly double increasing Accor’s portfolio of hotels in Japan to 46 properties.

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IN Food Marketing

MARCH 28, 2024

The renowned marketer Seth Godin uses an analogy that resonates with us where “kindling” represents short term promotions, and “logs” are strategies that build long-term awareness. Together they create a steady fire — continued, reliable performance. And just like a long-lasting fire, we recommend clients strike the right balance of logs and kindling, otherwise a business risks diminishing returns from constant discounts without building their brand.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), with more than 400 independent luxury hotels in over 80 countries, is proud to announce that the Sustainability Leaders collection that launched in October 2023 has grown by more than 50% in only 6 months. Sustainable business standards, like community connections, preserving local cultures, and environmental conservation have always been deep-rooted in the DNA of The Leading Hotels of the World.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 28, 2024

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has opened a public consultation on the review of the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA).

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Visual Matrix, a provider of advanced technology solutions for the hospitality industry, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Shadow Custom ID Scanners, a renowned developer of tailor-made ID scanning solutions. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the hotel check-in and check-out process, offering a seamless and efficient experience for both guests and staff.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

The Caledonian hotel celebrates 120th anniversary with the announcement of multi-million-pound transformation and rebrand.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Banyan Group, the independent global hospitality company, has announced a new branding partnership with Urasaya Property Co., Ltd, the pioneering real estate developer, as it continues to explore new frontiers and introduce its original style of responsible development in exciting destinations. The signing of Banyan Tree Residences Sichon, an all-new nature-inspired luxury community set directly on one of Southern Thailand’s finest beaches in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, will enable discerning

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and American Express (NYSE: AXP) introduced the enhanced Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, featuring new benefits and up to $240 each year in annual statement credits on eligible Hilton purchases, along with a simplified rewards structure to earn Hilton Honors Bonus Points wherever Card Members spend. The updated Card enables Card Members to use their business purchases to fuel future Hilton stays, all with the powerful backing of American Express.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Forget everything you thought you knew about branding. Unfortunately, there is a common misconception about what branding actually means. While a logo and color scheme are undoubtedly crucial branding elements, this surface-level understanding overlooks the deeper, more impactful layers of brand strategy, especially in a sector as dynamic and creative as hospitality.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

As one of the first international hotel companies to enter the China market, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) upholds its "in China, for China" commitment. With a leading position in the industry, IHG anticipates trends in the tourism market and guest needs. Recently, IHG concluded its "Dream Bigger, Travel Bigger” 2024 Greater China Expo Roadshow in Beijing, Shenzhen, and Shanghai.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

“Art and culture are the lifeblood of a space - the connection to something larger that all humans intrinsically want to be part of. They work with architecture and design to accentuate the intended mood and vibe of a space.” This was one of several testimonials received from a study of hundreds of real estate professionals for the biannual State of the Art Report by NINE dot ARTS.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

Amidst a resurgence in travel and a shift in investor preferences, the European hospitality sector presents attractive opportunities for all stakeholders in the hotel real estate sector. Delve into Cushman & Wakefield’s European Hospitality Update for 2023 to get a full perspective on the current market landscape. Discover crucial insights into evolving hospitality trends and explore the investment prospects across Europe’s prime markets.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 28, 2024

New Zealand’s ASURE Accommodation Group has teamed up with SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of accommodation providers, as the premium motel chain looks to boost the revenue-generating capabilities of its property network.

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