Restobiz

DECEMBER 18, 2023

By Mo Chaar The challenges for the restaurant industry seem to be never-ending, with operational costs, labour shortages, pandemic debt, and bankruptcies all on the rise. Recently, Restaurants Canada stated that 50 per cent of Canadian foodservice operators are operating at a loss or just breaking even, compared to only 12 per cent from pre-pandemic […] The post How restaurants can leverage technology to drive loyalty and boost profits appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A new year brings new beginnings and opportunities for transformation in the restaurant industry. It’s the perfect time to look back on a few things we learned in 2023 – based on recent survey data from our restaurant partners – as well as what we predict for the industry in 2024. A Look Back at 2023 To gauge the state of the restaurant industry, including the industry’s most pertinent worries around food and labor costs, Restaurant365 conducted a survey of over 730 custo

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Sculpture Hospitality

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Independent business ownership and franchising are two predominant pathways for entrepreneurs looking to establish their presence in the hospitality industry.

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Food Safety News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The Quaker Oats Company is recalling certain granola bars and granola cereals because of potential Salmonella contamination. The products listed below are sold throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and Saipan. As of the posting of this recall, Quaker has received no confirmed reports of illness related to the products covered by this recall. Consumers should check their pantries for any of the products listed below and dispose of them.

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Food Management

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Here are the FM Best Concept Awards Best of Show winners for the past 15 years…

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Food Safety News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Chang Farm of Whatley, MA is recalling 12 oz Nature’s Wonder Mung Bean Sprouts, with a sell-by date of Dec. 13, 2023, because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was initiated after a random sample was collected and analyzed by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), which resulted in confirmation of Listeria monocytogenes in the product.

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Food Safety News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Officials from the FDA have closed their investigation into the Ecuadoran company that supplied lead-tainted cinnamon applesauce products to the United States after finding that the lead content was thousands of times higher than recommended levels. The applesauce, sold in pouches packaged for children, has been found to have a lead content of 5110 parts per million (ppm) and 2270 ppm.

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Food Safety Tech

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With so many potential paths available to food safety and quality assurance professionals, how do you narrow your career path goals, and when is it time to move on to a new opportunity? These were two of the themes of last month’s Women in Food Safety gathering. Featured speaker, Jennifer McEntire, Ph.D., founder of Food Safety Strategy and former Chief Food Safety & Regulatory Officer at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), discussed her 25-year career path and why she chose

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Fast Casual

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Six speakers will discuss challenges facing restaurants at the Franchising Think Tank at the Restaurant Franchising Innovation Summit March 24 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Set to open in 2026, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, The Avenue, Islamabad will add to IHG's developing presence in the country.

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FoodService Director

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Nourished is a new HHS program featuring live demos of nutritious recipes that focus on making nutrition education seem approachable to diners.

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Food Safety Tech

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The FDA has provided an update on actions the agency has taken, and those underway, to strengthen the safety and resiliency of the supply of nutritious infant formula, including the release of a progress report specific to actions the agency has taken to meet the recommendations in the FDA’s Evaluation of the Infant Formula Response. Actions taken include: Hiring and providing specialized training to personnel dedicated to the oversight of critical foods, including infant formula.

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FoodService Director

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sen. Debbie Stabenow, (D-Mich.), chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, rejected Sen. Roger Marshall’s (R-Kan.) request to have the bill pass by unanimous consent.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The Kamat Hotels India Ltd proudly announces its latest addition to The Orchid Hotel family in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (formerly, Aurangabad). This is the fourth IRA outlet by the group after the recent openings in Mumbai, Bhubaneshwar and Nashik.

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FoodService Director

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Locally Sourced: Carrots sourced from the school’s hydroponic freight farm are utilized three different ways in the dish.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The St. Regis Qiandao Lake and AC Hotel by Marriott Qiandao Lake are slated to open in late 2026 in Zhejiang Province, Eastern China.

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Food Safety News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

An outbreak of Salmonella has ended in Norway without officials finding the source. An investigation into the outbreak of Salmonella Napoli has been completed as no cases have been detected since the end of September. The Norwegian Institute of Public Health (FHI) had reported seven outbreak cases. People became ill from late August to the end of September 2023.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is divesting three hotels in Osaka, Japan to an unrelated third party for a total of JPY10.7 billion (S$99.8 million[1]). The three properties are Hotel WBF Honmachi, Hotel WBF Kitasemba East and Hotel WBF Kitasemba West.

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Food Safety News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

An Australian survey of patulin in apple juice and other apple products has found the concentration in most items was low. In 2020, ​​​​​several apple juice products were recalled because of high patulin levels. In response, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) and other government, state, and territory health authorities were surveyed to determine if the amount of patulin in foods posed a risk to consumers.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In an era where environmental consciousness is more than just a trend, the hospitality industry finds itself at a crossroads. Balancing the demands of a growing global tourism sector with the imperative to minimize its ecological footprint is no small feat. Fortunately, the marriage of digital solutions and sustainability practices is proving to be a game-changer for the hospitality sector.

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Food Safety News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Herold’s Salads of Cleveland, OH, is recalling assorted deli salads packaged in various sizes. Recalled products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. There is concern that consumers may have the recalled salads in their homes because their best-before dates run into January 2024. There have been no reported illnesses or adverse health effects reported to date, according to the company’s recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Whitbread Plc, the UK’s leading hospitality group and owner of Premier Inn, has opened the doors to its newest location in Central London - the hub by Premier Inn Marylebone hotel.

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Thomas Cuisine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Discover a Healthier Version of Grains This January, enjoy the nourishing option of ancient grains during your dining experience! Compared to refined grains like white rice or enriched flour, ancient grains such as amaranth, barley, buckwheat, farro, kamut, millet, teff, and quinoa have been enjoyed for centuries without being genetically modified. Without genetic modification, the grains maintain a robust nutritional profile that keeps all three key parts of the grain intact, which is an excell

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The opening signals a continued commitment to the expansion of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in Europe.

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Let's Chat Snacks

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Innovative pastries, sweet heat, botanical flavors, and more on tap for the year ahead. The snack and dessert menus of 2024 promise to be filled with creative culinary innovations, including new variations on French pastries, ongoing experimentation with global ingredients and flavors, and a focus on overall well-being, both physical and emotional.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili led the UNWTO delegation to Rio de Janeiro and Brasilia (13-17 December), recognizing Brazil’s strong support and commitment to tourism for development. In Brazil, Secretary-General Pololikashvili enjoyed bilateral meetings with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and with the country’s Minister of Tourism Celso Sabino.

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Food Safety Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Two complimentary studies funded by the Center for Produce Safety (CPS) are using genomic sequencing technology to examine how storage conditions affect microbial growth on pears, with a focus on Listeria monocytogenes.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, celebrates upward momentum for the extended stay segment in Canada. With *3 new regional extended stay openings in 2023 and an additional *16 in the pipeline, the category is gaining significant traction among both Canadian business and leisure travellers seeking economical, long-term accommodation.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Chang Farm, Whatley, MA is recalling 12 oz Nature’s Wonder Mung Bean Sprouts, with the sell-by date of December 13th, 2023 because of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes (L. Monocytogenes). The recall was initiated after a random sample was collected and analyzed by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), which resulted in confirmation of presence Listeria Monocytogenes in the product.

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Hospitality Net

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Whitbread, the UK’s largest hospitality group and owner of Premier Inn, has confirmed its most westerly hotel in Europe achieved Practical Completion last month (Friday 24th November) paving the way for opening in the early new year.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Herold’s Salads of Cleveland is recalling assorted deli salads packaged in various sizes. Recalled products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. There have been no reported illnesses or adverse health effects reported to date, however, Herolds Salads Inc. is proactively recalling specific batches to which this risk applies. Recalls of this nature often occur due to Listeria being found during testing, probably found in the processing environment.

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