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Revolutionizing Guest Experiences Through Virtual Hospitality

Modern Restaurant Management

The quick service restaurant (QSR) industry is currently experiencing a trend of commoditization, with low barriers to entry and a standardized set of features offered by most restaurants. This trend is primarily driven by advancements in point of sale (POS) systems and the availability of white label, plug-and-play online ordering systems. In today’s highly competitive landscape, marketing departments are focused on getting a 360-degree view of the customer in order to personalize their e

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Food rescue: there’s an app for that

Restobiz

By Jessica Brill Food waste has always presented a challenge to the foodservice industry, but as inflation continues to reach record highs, restaurants may even be more motivated to lower waste and cut costs. From tightening up inventory to better managing off-premise orders, there’s an opportunity for the foodservice industry to waste less, lower its […] The post Food rescue: there’s an app for that appeared first on Restobiz.

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What are the Requirements to Own a Franchise?

Sculpture Hospitality

Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey can be an exhilarating experience, but the road to success is often paved with uncertainty. For those looking to minimize risk while still enjoying the rewards of business ownership, franchising provides a compelling option.

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How to market your restaurant online

Restobiz

How can you get those seats in your restaurant filled up? Marketing your restaurant online will attract attention for your business, while improving your guest experience, broadening your audience, and growing your online brand. Optimize your website Your website can be a successful selling tool if you know how to use it. 79 per cent […] The post How to market your restaurant online appeared first on Restobiz.

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A website for vacation rental properties is a key to success

Hospitality Net

Short-term rentals offer lucrative opportunities. Renting apartments for short stays continues to gain popularity among travelers, allowing individuals to generate a substantial income. However, professional agencies compete with homeowners offering private apartments for vacation rentals and online travel agencies (OTAs). Property managers must distinguish themselves from the agencies to thrive in this market.

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6 things families want from fast casual brands

Fast Casual

Families with kids 12 and under bring in checks that are more than twice as high as parties without kids. What are you doing to get your piece of the pie?

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The Power of Online Food Ordering Platforms and Restaurant Website Design

The Foody Gram

The popularity of online food ordering has skyrocketed, with Forbes predicting that the industry will reach a staggering value of USD 200 billion by 2025. As a result, restaurants are increasingly adopting various online food ordering platforms and technologies, including the latest in restaurant website design, to cater to their customers. But is investing in these platforms and restaurant website design worth it?

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Why Customer Satisfaction Looks at Management’s Every Move

Hospitality Net

If you’re in a leadership role, you should know by now that your customers are always evaluating your every move. That’s right, your every move. They’re watching your every decision, every action, and every word. And if you’re not careful, they’ll have no qualms about letting you know when you’ve screwed up.

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What is Brand Strategy?

NewPoint Marketing

What is Brand Strategy: Critical Planning to Grow Your Business NewPoint Marketing is a marketing firm that specializes in helping food and beverage brands with their marketing and branding strategies. We offer a range of services that are specifically designed to help these types of brands succeed in a highly competitive industry by answering the […] The post What is Brand Strategy?

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Hospitality sector key to the delivery of ’S’ in ESG

Hospitality Net

Businesses in the hospitality sector have an opportunity to lead the environmental, social and governance (ESG) agenda and deliver prominently on social values, enabling positive change for their people, customers, and the wider community. This is according to a report produced by international law firm Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP for the Energy and Environment Alliance (EEA), a not-for-profit coalition of hospitality sector leaders.

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The Power of Online Food Ordering Platforms for Restaurants

The Foody Gram

The popularity of online food ordering has skyrocketed, with Forbes predicting that the industry will reach a staggering value of USD 200 billion by 2025. As a result, restaurants are increasingly adopting various online food ordering platforms and technologies to cater to their customers. But is investing in these platforms worth it? The answer is a resounding yes, and here's why: Enhanced Order Accuracy There's nothing more frustrating than ordering a meal you've been craving, only to receiv

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Radisson Collection launches immersive botanical art exhibition at newly opened Milan hotel as part of their global Art Series initiative

Hospitality Net

Radisson Collection today announces their newest art partner as part of the brand’s continuing global Art Series - Studio Mary Lennox. The Studio has created an immersive botanical art installation at the recently opened Radisson Collection Hotel, Santa Sofia Milan, installed for the hotel’s grand opening event last week. The exhibition is the latest in the Radisson Collection global Art Series, an ongoing series of collaborations with emerging contemporary artists to create immersive artwork hi

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Food Safety Imagery in Social Media: Exploring the Positive and Negative Aspects

Food Safety Tech

In today’s digital age, the use of imagery in social media, articles and marketing materials has become increasingly prevalent. Images can enhance (or distort) the messages conveyed through text, bringing about a range of positive and negative consequences. This article explores the multifaceted nature of imagery, focusing on its impact on accountability, brand reputation, liability, adherence to the FDA Food Code regulations, legal ramifications, and the concern of those who monitor these visua

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Minor Hotels, announces its debut in Italy with the opening of Avani Palazzo Moscova

Hospitality Net

Avani makes its Italian debut in the vibrant city of Milan, perfectly positioned between two bustling districts: Porta Nuova, celebrated for its futuristic skyscrapers, and Corso Como, renowned for its nightlife. Housed within a neoclassical building that once stood as the city’s first railway station, envisioned by the esteemed engineer Giulio Sarti, Avani Palazzo Moscova exudes timeless charm.

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So you want to start an alternative protein business

GFI

August 4, 2023 Share this page on Facebook Share this page on Twitter Share this page on LinkedIn Photo credit: The Davis Alt Protein Project Being an entrepreneur is simultaneously exhilarating and frustrating It’s likened to building a plane while you’re flying it. This analogy is particularly true for innovators in the alternative protein sector, a field that is nascent, rapidly evolving, and positioned to solve urgent global challenges.

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Chelsea Football Club and Hilton Announce Global Partnership, Exclusive Experiences for Hilton Honors Members

Hospitality Net

Chelsea Football Club has today unveiled Hilton, the global leader in hospitality, as its official global hotel partner.

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Whole Foods Market Suppliers Need Food Safety Certification

Kellerman Consulting

Six Steps to Prepare for Your Whole Foods Market Food Safety Certification Audit Identify members of your team who will be participating in your audit. It’s important to have management commitment in your organization too! If you would like outside food safety consulting support to prepare for your audit, reach out months in advance of when you would like to be audited for your free consultation with Kellerman Consulting.

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Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN) Appoints Jason Emanis as Chief Marketing Officer

Hospitality Net

Growth Advisors International Network - GAIN, a leading global travel, hospitality technology and innovation advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Jason Emanis as its Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective July 1, 2023.

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Interview with Pingree Farms

MSU Agrifood Safety Produce Bites

In this episode, Produce Safety Technician Micah Hutchison interviews Clarence Price with Pingree Farms in Detroit. Clarence discusses the history of ag in Detroit, the food safety practices at Pingree Farms, and the benefits of urban farming and urban market gardening. Funding for this podcast was made possible in part by the Food and Drug Administration through grant PAR-16-137.

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These 3 Common Revenue Management Myths Can Hurt Your Bottom Line

Hospitality Net

Many hoteliers misunderstand revenue management. They think it’s all about lower prices when it’s actually about online visibility and brand reputation.

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FDA Update on Cyclospora Research, Prevention and Response

Food Safety Tech

The FDA has updated its Cyclospora Prevention, Response and Research Action Plan. The action plan, which was developed in 2021 by the agency’s Cyclospora Task Force, details the FDA’s strategy for reducing the public health burden of foodborne cyclosporiasis in the U.S. and defines the agency’s priorities for Cyclospora food safety research. The updated action plan includes refined strategies, a report on accomplishments and three new actions that have been identified by the task force: adv

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New Summit to Galvanise Policies on Culture and Heritage in Tourism

Hospitality Net

A dynamic new leadership summit will grapple with major challenges and opportunities of culture and heritage in tourism. Event organiser, the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage, invites stakeholders to make their voices heard at the new annual summit, the first of which takes place in Valencia, Spain, 24-25 September.

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A Complete Family of Drive-Thru Solutions by Panasonic Connect

Fast Casual

Drive-thru’s are a leading source of revenue for restaurants, accounting for over 70% of sales (QSR Magazine). For over 40 years, Panasonic Connect has focused on creating technology that powers the quick service restaurant. It’s this extensive experience that has enabled us to design the innovations that power the drive-thru of the future.

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Minor Hotels, announces its debut in Spain with the opening of Avani Alonso Martínez

Hospitality Net

Situated just steps away from the iconic central square that shares its name, this architectural gem dates back to 1919, featuring a captivating century-old façade adorned with wrought-iron balconies. Following renovation, this upscale hotel seamlessly combines its historic elegance with a fresh and contemporary design.

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USDA Launches “From Learning to Leading: Cultivating the Next Generation of Diverse Food and Agriculture Professionals Program”

Food Safety Tech

The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has announced a $262.5 million investment to foster the next generation of diverse agricultural professionals across the nation. This program is funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to lower costs for American families, expand access to markets to producers from all backgrounds and communities, build a clean energy economy and strengthen American supply chains.

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Banyan Tree Group’s Growth Soars

Hospitality Net

Banyan Tree Group, a renowned multi-branded hospitality leader, proudly celebrates its 70th property milestone with the recent openings of Angsana Ho Tram and Dhawa Ho Tram in Vietnam, as well as Folio Sakura Shinsaibashi Osaka and Homm Stay Yumiha Okinawa in Japan – all unveiled in June 2023.

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Going lean – how hospitality can overcome the challenges of food price inflation and record energy bills

Hospitality Net

Hospitality has been a driving force for the UK and European economies for years, employing 3.2 million people before the pandemic and generating £38 billion in tax revenue for the UK government. Providing job opportunities for young people and students and inspiring young entrepreneurs to launch enterprises of their own, hospitality was a dynamic and booming sector before the initial complications of COVID, and the many challenges that followed.

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A website for vacation rental properties is a key to success

Hospitality Net

Short-term rentals offer lucrative opportunities. Renting apartments for short stays continues to gain popularity among travelers, allowing individuals to generate a substantial income. However, professional agencies compete with homeowners offering private apartments for vacation rentals and online travel agencies (OTAs). Property managers must distinguish themselves from the agencies to thrive in this market.

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Coral Sea Hotels announced as a new member of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

Hospitality Net

Coral Sea Hotels in Papua New Guinea is announced as a new member of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) to work together towards achieving Net Positive Hospitality.

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How Radisson Istanbul Sultanahmet delights guests with Planet Networking

Hospitality Net

Next to the historical city walls of Istanbul and facing the sea of Marmara sits Radisson Istanbul Sultanahmet. With twenty-eight guest rooms, a traditional Turkish approach to hospitality, and a commitment to continual modernisation, this Radisson property offers guests a comfortable and authentic experience. Radisson Istanbul Sultanahmet worked with Planet (formerly Hoist) to bring guests the latest networking technologies including smart TVs and lightning-fast internet.

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IHG debuts voco brand in Lebanon with signing of voco Beirut Central District

Hospitality Net

The signing aligns with IHG’s growth strategy for the Middle East and Africa region.

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