Wed.Nov 22, 2023

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Ten Ways You Can Make Your Food and Beverage Business a Great Place to Work

Modern Restaurant Management

Have you ever noticed how great service in restaurants and cafes can make your day? It’s all thanks to the fantastic employees who enjoy their work. When bosses in food and beverage places make their workers excited about their jobs, it can lead to happier customers. Why Happy Workers Matter Think of happy employees as the special ingredient that makes a food and beverage business successful.

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5 tech things: Robotic health food restaurant opens in New York City

Food Management

This and a Florida Chick-fil-A unit offering drone delivery are some of the tech-related developments you may have missed recently.

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More children added to patient list as outbreak of lead poisoning linked to applesauce spreads

Food Safety News

Public health officials have identified more children with elevated levels of lead in their blood after eating certain brands of cinnamon applesauce. The count as of today, Nov. 22, stands at 52, up from 34 on Nov. 16, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The patients range from less than 1 year old to 4 years old and come from at least 22 states.

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3 small fast casual brands proving catering technology is affordable

Fast Casual

CEOs of Thai Chili2go, Dillas Quesadillas and Eatzi's Market & Bakery reveal how affordable catering technologies are helping to grow their businesses.

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Making the Thanksgiving feast last: Taking care of leftovers

Food Safety News

Once we have all had our Thanksgiving feast, avoiding waste and potential foodborne illnesses becomes our most important task. A careful approach to storing and reheating Thanksgiving leftovers can extend the joy of the holiday season without compromising health. Here are some helpful tips: The Two-Hour Rule: Perishable items, including turkey and side dishes, should be refrigerated within two hours of being cooked or taken out of the refrigerator.

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RESET, a new hotel brand breaks ground in Joshua Tree, CA

Hospitality Net

RESET, a new and innovative hotel brand, has initiated the construction of its inaugural property sprawled across 180 acres of secluded desert terrain adjacent to Joshua Tree National Park. Serving as the flagship establishment for this visionary brand co-founded by Ben Uyeda, it has enlisted Sightline Hospitality as the operating partner.

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Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in Hungary

Hospitality Net

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces its debut in Hungary with the opening of Dorothea Hotel, Budapest, Autograph Collection. Housed across three historic buildings in Budapest’s iconic District V, the new hotel is named after Archduchess Dorothea, an influential character of the 1800s who brought significant cultural and economic development to the city alongside her spouse, Palatine Joseph.

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FDA Issues Warning Letter to Noodle Company

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Wan-Gee Foods of St. Louis MO. The company manufacturers not-ready-to-eat noodle products (i.e., wonton wrappers, egg roll wrappers, and noodles). Hazard Analysis and Preventive Controls Did not identify Staphylococcus aureus as a hazard of concern which can be an issue if noodle dough is temperature abused. "Did not identify and evaluate the hazard of bacterial growth and/or toxin formation {of Staphylococcus aureus] due to lack of time/temperature control as a kn

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IHG announce eco-friendly InterContinental Sabah Kota Kinabalu Resort, Malaysia

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts is proud to introduce stunning eco-friendly InterContinental Sabah Kota Kinabalu Resort, in partnership with leading Taipei real estate broker Zhancheng Tourism Development, a subsidiary of Sinyi Realty Inc., a listed real estate brokerage company in Taipei.

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EU assesses food safety progress in potential member countries

Food Safety News

The European Commission has assessed the progress of food safety control systems in several countries aiming to become EU member states. The reports cover various sectors and developments in Kosovo, Montenegro, Georgia, North Macedonia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina in the past year. An assessment found that Bosnia and Herzegovina made no progress in food safety, veterinary and phytosanitary policy, fisheries, and aquaculture, where preparation is mainly early.

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2023’s Premier Global Travel Destinations Honored at Glitzy Ultras Awards Gala in Dubai

Hospitality Net

The world’s leading hotels, destination, airline, airport and cruise line, as voted for by the 25 million globetrotting members of the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme, were unveiled at the 17th edition of luxury travel awards ceremony, the ULTRAs, on Monday 20th November 2023.

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Federal officials investigating new outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections

Food Safety News

The Food and Drug Administration is investigating a new outbreak of dozens of infections caused by Salmonella Newport. As of November 22, the agency reported 40 confirmed patients in the outbreak. The FDA has begun traceback efforts but has not reported what food or foods are being traced. The FDA has not reported where the patients live or how old they are.

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The Weston is Now Open: A Unique Vermont Destination Where Luxury and Tradition Meet

Hospitality Net

The Weston is now officially open! The Weston is the idyllic getaway in Vermont’s Green Mountains, transporting guests to a world of traditionally refined luxury and exceptional service. Truly a first-of-its-kind in Vermont, The Weston invites any and all discerning travelers to indulge in exquisite dining, unmatched hospitality and rejuvenating spa treatments for the ultimate respite.

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USDA Releases Strategy to Address AMR

Food Safety Magazine

During World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (November 18–24), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its USDA Strategy to Address Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 2023.

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ONYX Hospitality Group Expands Its Presence in Laos

Hospitality Net

ONYX Hospitality Group, a prominent player in the Asian hospitality industry, has achieved a significant milestone with the signing of Amari Vientiane in Laos, marking the group’s second Amari brand property in the country, complementing Amari Vang Vieng. The signing ceremony took place on 16th November 2023 at Tang Chareon (TCR) Group’s office in Laos, with Mr.

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FDA Publishes Redundancy Risk Management Plan Guide for Producers of Critical Foods

Food Safety Magazine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published a new resource for industry on the new requirement for manufacturers of critical foods, such as infant formula, to develop a redundancy risk management plan.

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The modern RM: adaptability, strategic thinking, and proactive decision-making and a bit of a kindergarden teacher

Hospitality Net

Simple: There is so many descriptions of the data ninja and the discipline of revenue maximi-optimization blabla that i thought I put it to the test.

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#1 Shopper Marketing Strategies

NewPoint Marketing

The Evolution of Shopper Marketing Strategies: How We Got Here The best shopper marketing strategies are created to influence customer behavior and decisions at the point of purchase and have evolved significantly over the years and have become essential in the marketing mix, especially for businesses like food brands that thrive on direct consumer engagement. […] The post #1 Shopper Marketing Strategies appeared first on NewPoint Marketing.

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Hilton Supercharges “The Stay” at Inaugural F1 Vegas Grand Prix in Style

Hospitality Net

As you may already know, last weekend, history was made at the Formula One Circuit in Las Vegas with the inaugural Vegas Grand Prix. Hilton, a brand deeply rooted in Las Vegas and a longstanding partner of McLaren Racing, played a pivotal role in enhancing the race experience in the entertainment capital of the world.

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Jack in the Box Highlights Growth Plans

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Jack in the Box, having recently announced its Q4 and fiscal year 2023 financial results, has plentiful data to share. For one, the brand signed a record-setting 123 new restaurant commitments in fiscal year 2023. Among those were entries into four new states: Arkansas, Florida, Montana and Wyoming. Jack in the Box also has committed to opening 22 units to enter Mexico. “New markets are certainly.

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Hilton Debuts LXR Hotels & Resorts in South East Asia with Umana Bali

Hospitality Net

Global hospitality leader Hilton(NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts, marking thebrand’s first resort in South East Asia. Umana Bali joins the exclusive collection of LXR Hotels &Resorts properties, which celebrates the timeless pursuit of personal adventure in the world’s mostalluring destinations, offering travelers a new taste of luxury defined by individuality and immersivelocal experiences.

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Florida Retailer Recalls Egg Custard Pie for Mislabeled Allergens Because May Contain Coconut Custard Pies

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Publix Super Markets, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall on specific batches of private label Egg Custard Pie purchased Publix stores in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach counties between Octo. 20, 2023, and Nov. 16, 2023, that may contain an undeclared coconut allergen: The Egg Custard Pie package may contain a coconut pie. Probably an easy mistake to make, so tight controls are needed during the packaging process.

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From Silos to Synergy: Getting Commercial Teams on the Same Page

Hospitality Net

Now that the hotel industry has moved away from siloed departments, you expect your commercial teams to work together. But that’s impossible when each department is still operating independently.

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MA Firm Recalls Brownies After Improper Labeling Results in Undeclared Peanuts

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Dianne's Fine Desserts of Newburyport, MA 01950 is voluntarily recalling 512 cases (2048 trays) of Gordon Food Service (GFS) Sienna Bakery® Chocolate Decadent Brownies (GFS#226240) and Sienna Bakery® Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies (GFS#226260) due to inadvertent mislabeling of the inner tray of brownies, resulting in undeclared peanuts. The voluntary recall was initiated after a customer complaint noting that product containing peanuts was distributed in packaging that did not have the presenc

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How AI Will Create Adaptable Hotel Websites

Hospitality Net

Unveiled just over a year ago, ChatGPT is still foremost on our minds and numerous hoteliers already see the value in how this technology will scale their businesses in the near future. But what underpins ChatGPT is what’s called machine learning (ML) and there are several companies that have been in weeds with it for long before this became a buzz term.

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SÜDPACK Expands Sustainable Print Quality to Include Rotogravure Printing Suitable for Food

Food Safety Magazine

SÜDPACK has expanded the range of use for its Sustainable Print Quality (SPQ) printing process to also include rotogravure printing.

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Aloft Lake Nona and Althea Lake Nona Events Center Set to Debut in Orlando’s Fastest-Growing and Most Innovative Community

Hospitality Net

Aloft Lake Nona announces its December opening in Lake Nona, a modern metropolis that is renowned for being home to the "World’s Most Technologically Advanced Hotel" and a destination with world-class health and fitness facilities. With 205 urban-inspired guestrooms and 15 suites, a sports-themed restaurant, and the 10,000-square-foot Althea Lake Nona Events Center, Aloft Lake Nona will open as the closest hotel to the largest tennis facility in the world, the United States Tennis Association (U

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Hotel Casa Lucía, a love letter to Buenos Aires opening January 2024

Hospitality Net

Perowne International is delighted to announce its appointment as the global PR representative for Hotel Casa Lucía in Buenos Aires, which marks the first venture outside of Spain for the beloved Único Hotels’. Bound by family ties to Argentina, Único Hotelier Pau Guardans has long adored the vibrancy of the city and been enchanted by the country’s dramatic landscapes, lively culture, and rich cuisine.

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airasia MOVE Partners with SiteMinder for Better Hotel Offerings

Hospitality Net

airasia MOVE, formally known as airasia Superapp, has today announced it has partnered with SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, to offer a wider range of hotels and accommodations to travellers on its platform.

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Locke Opens Its First Property In Switzerland

Hospitality Net

Lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke announces its expansion into Zurich, Switzerland with the opening of its fifteenth property, Locke am Platz. Located in Enge, the aparthotel is spread across six floors, comprising 80 units, ranging from rooms, studios and suites alongside social spaces including a restaurant and bar. Enge is known for its expansive green spaces with popular parks and botanical gardens located nearby, as well as Lake Zurich; a haven for swimmers.

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Quality Lodgings chooses Mews as preferred partner for their 100+ hotel collection

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has been chosen by Quality Lodgings as a preferred partner for their collection of over 100 hotels.