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Cura Hospitality brings SoGood! seasonal program to senior living complex

Food Management

Messiah Lifeways residents see, learn, taste benefits of monthly seasonal ingredients through Elior North America program.

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Nearly 100 Percent of Canadian Food Samples Tested for Microbial Contaminants Deemed Satisfactory

Food Safety Magazine

In Canada, nearly 100 percent of food samples tested for the presence of microbial contaminants between April 2018 and March 2022 were deemed “satisfactory,” according to a recently published interim report from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

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Best Concepts: Chicago’s Old Post Office boasts all local food hall as dining amenity for tenant businesses.

Food Management

A new, all-local food hall Inside what was once the largest post office in the world has been named winner of the 2023 FM Best Concept Award in the Best New Facility category.

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ECDC, EFSA Release Investigation Report on Multi-Country Foodborne Illness Outbreak of Salmonella Seftenberg

Food Safety Magazine

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) recently published a summary of a joint investigation of a multi-country foodborne illness outbreak of Salmonella Seftenberg that was possibly linked to cherry-like tomatoes.

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Best Concepts: LaChino offers a unique twist on the fusion of Asian and Latin cuisines

Food Management

Versatile program combining two of the most popular international food traditions has been named winner of the 2023 FM Best Concept Award in the Best Menu category.

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Flint Group to exhibit at Labelexpo Europe 2023

FMT Magazine

At this year’s Labelexpo Europe, Flint Group’s Narrow Web business and Digital team (Xeikon) will showcase solutions and services that contribute to the seamless and sustainable growth of label converters. The booth, located in Hall 5 C28 & C29, will highlight how the company’s products and services enable a thriving label business environment while prioritising environmental consciousness.

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The (Last?) Resort: Has The Destination Had Its Day In The Sun?

Hospitality Net

How can resorts reach a wider audience? Is an ‘authentic resort’ an oxymoron? And is there potential for an entirely new model? FRAME’s editor at large Tracey Ingram and Creative Supply’s Youri Sawerschel examine whether resorts are ready for a revolution.

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5 things: Free summer meal counts plunged 45% last year, study finds

Food Management

This and a look at college student attitudes toward their campus dining programs are some of the stories you may have missed recently.

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OUTRIGGER adds a New Jewel to its Global Portfolio

Hospitality Net

OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels today finalized its acquisition of the iconic Kā’anapali Beach Hotel, situated on the sands of world-famous Kā’anapali Beach - recently ranked as the No. 1 Beach in the U.S. and No. 10 Beach in the World by TripAdvisor. The 11-acre, 432-room property will now sail under the banner of OUTRIGGER Kā’anapali Beach Resort, allowing travelers to experience the soulful essence of authentic Hawaiian culture fused with OUTRIGGER Signature Experiences.

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NACUFS announces Loyal Horton, Sustainability award grand prize winners

Food Management

Loyal Horton winners were named in five categories at NACUFS National Conference

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Beloved Island Retreat Sheraton Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort Unveils Property Reimagination

Hospitality Net

Sheraton Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort is pleased to share that it has recently completed an elegant update of its guestrooms and public spaces as part of a multi-phase property redesign. The resort’s compelling new look blends subtle tropical accents with modern simplicity and international feel. The reimagination, as well as the launch of new sustainability initiatives, reflect the beloved resort’s commitment to immersing travellers into Pearl Island’s charms while helping to preserve Phu Quoc’s

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Global Organizations Highlight One Health AMR Research Priorities, Includes Agrifood Sector

Food Safety Magazine

A recent report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and three other global organizations has laid out priority research areas for mitigating the rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) at the interface between the agrifood, healthcare, and environmental sectors.

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Promoting Wellness Through Reconnecting Guests With Nature

Hospitality Net

Mental health issues have become a pressing concern for health systems worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated this situation, leading to a staggering 25% rise in depression and anxiety rates in the first year of the pandemic period.

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FSSAI to Implement Central Sector Scheme ‘Strengthening of Food Testing System in the Country’

FMT Magazine

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), under Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India is implementing a Central Sector Scheme named, Strengthening of Food Testing System in the Country, including provision of Mobile Food Testing Labs (SOFTeL) under which an assistance of Rs 14.80 crore has been released to Assam from FY 2016-17 to 2022-23, towards up-gradation of State Public Health Laboratory, Baminimaidan, Guwahati, Assam.

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Prince Hotel, Hong Kong Reopens

Hospitality Net

Prince Hotel will reopen on 1 August, after an extensive three-year renovation to its lobby, 394 guestrooms and suites, Continental Club and dining venues. Embodying the energy of Hong Kong, the refurbishment delivers bright and functional spaces that reflect a colourful aesthetic.

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Tetra Pak leads Dairy Processing task force to Accelerate Climate Action

FMT Magazine

Tetra Pak has initiated the Dairy Processing Task Force – a joint coalition that aims to bring in figures from across the dairy sector to improve approaches to decarbonisation within dairy processing. Its formation reinforces its contribution to the global dairy sector’s Pathways to Dairy Net Zero Initiative. The Dairy Processing Task Force will pre-competitively explore the innovative systems and technologies needed to further drive down greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across dairy production sy

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Hilton Expands Footprint in Japan

Hospitality Net

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has unveiled Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort, the first Hilton property on Miyako Island. Nestled approximately 300 kilometres southwest of the main Okinawa Island, Miyako Island has become a sought-after destination, known for its enchanting natural beauty and unique cultural experiences.

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ADM Grows North American Regenerative Agriculture programme

FMT Magazine

ADM, a global leader in sustainable agriculture supply chains, is launching a significant expansion of its re:generations regenerative agriculture program, ensuring more North American producers can earn additional income while making a positive impact on the environment and their soil’s health. After successfully enrolling more than 1 million acres in 2022, the company is continuing to invest to expand regenerations to cover 2 million acres in 2023, on its way to a goal of 4 million acres globa

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Rethink resilience - Four ways organisations can evolve for disruption

Hospitality Net

Being resilient by design is critical for both survival and for strategic advantage in an era where disruption is the norm. From a pandemic, war and cost of living crisis to extreme weather events, supply chain challenges and cyber attacks, the threats we all face are more frequent and complex than ever before.

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Mondelez International appoints Cees ‘t Hart to board of directors

FMT Magazine

Mondelez International, Inc., announced the appointment of Cees ‘t Hart to the company’s board of directors. Dirk Van de Put, chairman & CEO of Mondelez International, said, “We are pleased to welcome Cees to our Board. His deep experience building local and international brands makes him an invaluable resource for our company.” Hart has worked for more than 30 years in the food and beverage industry, most recently serving as CEO of Carlsberg group, a position he’s held since 2015.

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HVS U.S. Hotel Development Cost Survey 2023

Hospitality Net

Each year, HVS researches and compiles development costs from our database of actual hotel construction budgets. This source provides the basis for our illustrated total development costs per room/per product type.

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Transform your Android Device into KIOSK Mode

Lithos POS

Android devices are high-performance and less expensive. It can turn into kiosk mode. Restaurant businesses commonly use this type of system. There are 3.3 Billion android users in the world. Since Android has so many users, most will be very familiar with using Android devices. To simplify your business and get quality output you have to invest in technology like software.

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The Disney-fication of travel: can automated tools make guest experience magic?

Hospitality Net

A travel tech debate recently went mainstream on USA Today: if AI and self-service are taking over travel, will everything become a D-I-Y experience? The impact of automation and self-service were hot topics in hospitality circles long before ChatGPT was a thing, but when it gets mainstream coverage, it’s evidently on travelers’ minds.

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Meat Color and Doneness: Persistent Pinking

FoodHandler

Late in June, my family and I were able to visit the Black Hills, an area of the country in which I have not had the opportunity to spend much time. One evening, as we dined at a local restaurant, I observed a table across the dining room sending back a dinner. While I couldn’t hear the entire conversation and I certainly wasn’t trying to eavesdrop, it was apparent that the customer was unhappy with the cooking of their hamburger and was sending it back because it was too pink in the middle.

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U.S. Pipeline Remains Steady; 2025 Supply Growth Forecast is 1.5%

Hospitality Net

According to the Q2 2023 United States Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of the second quarter, the hotel construction pipeline stands at 5,572 projects/660,061 rooms, with projects up 7% year-over-year (YOY) and rooms up 6% YOY.

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NY Establishment Recalls Products Produced in "Back Room" (Not-USDA-Inspected) Areas

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Kingsland Food Processing Corp., a Maspeth, N.Y. establishment, is recalling an undetermined amount of various frozen meat and poultry products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection (USDA). The problem was discovered when FSIS inspection personnel observed various meat and poultry products being produced in rooms that are not within the official premises of the establishment and, therefore, were not inspected.

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435-Key Riu Plaza London Victoria Now Open

Hospitality Net

The Riu Plaza London Victoria Opens Its DoorsRIU | July 27, 2023

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FSSAI Extends Enforcement of ads & Claims Norms by 6 mths

FMT Magazine

The FSSAI has decided to extend the date of enforcement of FSS (Advertising and Claims) Second Regulations, 2022, for six months from June 13 so that food businesses could exhaust their existing food packaging materials. In a similar move, the apex food regulator had earlier in February extended the timeline for implementation of the regulation until June 2023.

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The Role of Generative AI in the Travel Industry

Hospitality Net

Three years ago, flights were grounded, the economy was frozen, and we were experiencing unprecedented global lockdowns. Today, we are seeing a surge in international travel and the reinvention of the travel industry at large. In 2019, you couldn’t imagine such a dramatic series of events.

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Uncover Your Restaurant’s Uniqueness: A Path to Standing Out

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant operators are always looking for new tools, promotion channels, and advertising options, but they might not be quite sure what they need to say to tempt a potential guest. Before dealing with promotion of any kind, you should determine your restaurant’s base: the value of the establishment, its uniqueness, target audience, and the place that the restaurant occupies in the minds of guests.

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5 ways to boost your hotel sales productivity with a B2B CRM

Hospitality Net

The saying “change is the only constant” is a maxim that applies to the hotel industry. Yet it’s not entirely accurate for our industry, as there’s another constant that’s equally impactful to hoteliers: competition.

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