Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 18, 2024

Advancements in design and modernization are among the key elements prompting restaurant fryer sales globally. Over the next ten years, there will likely be a sharp increase in demand for automated restaurant fryers due to the introduction of cutting-edge technologies in food service equipment. The global restaurant fryers market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.6 percent over the forecast period of 2023 to 2033.

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Fresh Ideas

APRIL 18, 2024

Today’s college students are members of Generation Z, which is often described as the “ foodie generation ”. Gen Zers spend a sizable chunk of their money on food and beverages, take pleasure in experiential dining, and go out of their way to discover top quality products and cuisines. Their dietary decisions are also driven by convenience, sustainability, and the desire to improve their mental and physical wellbeing.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

Based on an analysis of seven years of data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Pesticide Data Program, watchdog group Consumer Reports is warning that it found pesticide residues to pose “significant risks” in 20 percent of foods analyzed.

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Bon Appetit Management Company

APRIL 18, 2024

This Earth Day, we are flipping the switch to plants to lower our individual and collective carbon footprint! We are challenging our guests to use this Earth Day as an opportunity to consider climate-friendly alternatives throughout our cafés. Going to the grill? Flip the switch from a beef patty to a bean burger. Getting a coffee? Try flipping the switch from dairy to oat milk.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Cycas Hospitality’s growth momentum continues into the second quarter of 2024, following the hotel operator’s appointment to manage the UK’s first Fairfield by Marriott hotel, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published testing results for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in foods collected as part of its Total Diet Study (TDS), and has provided an update on the agency’s activities to better understand and address PFAS in the U.S. food supply, including an updated analytical method to measure the chemicals.

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FoodService Director

APRIL 18, 2024

Earth Day 2024 is quickly approaching. Here’s a look at how the on-site industry is celebrating.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud that was recently named Best PMS at HotelTechAwards 2024, has been selected by Emeraude Hotels to power their portfolio across France.

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FMT Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

Ingredion experts will be on hand at the Djazagro exhibition to demonstrate how its ingredient solutions can help food and beverage manufacturers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region address key challenges like sugar reduction and affordability. The company, a leading global supplier of food and beverage ingredients, will showcase its latest innovations at the event, which takes place between the 22nd and 25th April, 2024, at SAFEX Palais des Expositions in Algiers, Algeria.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

‘Sense of place’ has long been a buzz phrase. Linked to a range of disciplines from urban planning to sociology, nowadays it is increasingly being used in the hospitality industry. It captures the physical aspects, culture and history of a place, as well as its impact on the senses, which can trigger emotions. Over time, it can create feelings of familiarity, comfort and security, as well as a sense of belonging: it’s a place where one feels, quite literally, ‘at home’.

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FMT Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, today announced its partnership with Borouge, a leading petrochemicals company that provides innovative and differentiated polyolefins solutions, to co-develop 100% recyclable mono-material solutions to further drive packaging design for a circular economy.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Otelier, the hospitality performance optimization platform that puts data and efficiency at the heart of hotel operations, is once again preparing to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of hospitality with the celebration of the second annual Night Auditor Appreciation Day on May 18.

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FMT Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

hubergroup Chemicals, one of the largest manufacturers of chemicals, presents its state-of-the-art portfolio of PU resins, UV oligomers, polyesters, pigments and pigment concentrates at the American Coatings Show from April 30 – May 2, 2024, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. A special focus will be on UV technology and products for the wood coatings market.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Today, global hospitality leader IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) launches AirPlay in the first phase of hotel rooms, giving guests the ability to stream content privately and securely from their iPhone or iPad to the TV in their guest rooms. AirPlay is available at more than 60 hotels in North America, including properties like InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, Hotel Indigo NYC Downtown – Wall Street and Holiday Inn & Suites Ottawa Kanata.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

ExxonMobil has published a case study that showcases its recent collaboration with plant-based foods provider Bonduelle and packaging manufacturer Constantia Drukpol to develop a recyclable, non-laminated freezer film that meets both sustainability goals and the rigorous demands of freezer packaging.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Safemark, the pioneer in revenue-generating safe programs, is excited to announce the continued success of its Security Cash Flow (SCF) Program. Designed to elevate guest satisfaction while increasing cash flow by up to $100 per room annually, this revolutionary program has become a game-changer for hotels nationwide. Safemark will be showcasing the SCF Program at Booth 212 during the upcoming Choice Hotels International 2024 Convention, taking place from April 30 to May 2, 2024, at Mandalay Bay

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

APRIL 18, 2024

Two manufacturers—Equipex and Fisher Mfg.—announced new partnerships with various manufacturers’ rep firms this past week. Details include the following: Equipex has appointed Curate, a division of Forward Solutions, as its sales and marketing rep in MAFSI Region 20, which includes Arizona; Colorado; El Paso, Texas; New Mexico; Utah and Wyoming.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Dimitri Manikis is the President of Wyndham Hotels and Resorts for Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa. Wyndham is the world’s biggest franchise with 25 brands across 9,200 hotels in 95 countries. Dimitri’s region includes around 650 hotels in 45 countries.

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

According to a recent evaluation conducted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), many of the most commonly farmed and consumed fish in the EU are free of parasites that can infect humans, but at the same time, parasites were found in some farmed species and more data is needed to determine prevalence.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Duetto, a global leader in revenue management systems, has announced today that its software can now receive and process folio messages from the Shiji Enterprise Platform (PMS).

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Food Safety Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

On May 9, 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will hold a webinar via Zoom to discuss the food safety aspects that need to be considered and addressed when using environmental inhibitors in agrifood systems.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Next to the planned Kempinski Hotel Yangzhou Nuoyuan, Bristoria Hotel Yangzhou will have 312 guestrooms and a wide selection of meeting rooms and function spaces, providing a home from home for travellers visiting the region to explore the city’s dynamic business opportunities. As the first ever Bristoria hotel in China, guests can expect a more laid-back ambiance than big-sister Kempinski, with a philosophy based on simple excellence: a great night’s sleep, fresh local cuisine and first-class b

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Restaurant Technology Network

APRIL 18, 2024

RTN Member Voices is a video series spotlighting innovative restaurant technologists sharing thought leadership around our industry’s most urgent challenges - and opportunities. Give RTN Member Voices 10 minutes to supercharge your tech game!

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Sommet Education, a leader in hospitality management education, unveils new step in strategic digital expansion initiative. Focused on elevating executive and lifelong learning, Sommet Education introduces innovative online Executive certificates to meet professionals’ evolving needs and enhance their expertise across diverse industries.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

APRIL 18, 2024

As spring unfolds and, soon, gives way to summer, al fresco dining becomes a simple and welcome pleasure in many regions. Outdoor kitchens, however, require careful consideration, with some different concerns than those you may find indoors.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Manhattan hotels have seen an increase in occupancy, average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room. But the growth rate has started to decline as the market stabilizes. Cheaper hotels gained from market fatigue, with midscale properties having three times the ADR growth than higher-priced hotels in Q4.

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FMT Magazine

APRIL 18, 2024

Callebaut, renowned for producing the Finest Belgian Chocolate, concluded the regional qualifying rounds of its flagship event, Callebaut Pâtissier of the Year 2024 for India in Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru. The third edition of the competition aims to create a platform in India that enables chefs in the country to craft their signature creations and showcase their creativity.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) and Karisma Hotels & Resorts International signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), exploring opportunities for developing luxury resorts in Saudi Arabia. The signing took place on 17th April at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Today, Marriott International, Inc., underscored plans to grow its footprint in Türkiye with the expected addition of more than 20 properties and nearly 3,000 rooms by the end of 2025. During a recent visit to the country, Marriott President and Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Capuano, highlighted the company’s continued expansion in Türkiye, which is expected to generate thousands of new jobs reflecting growth in the country’s travel and hospitality sector.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

When complete, the lakeside Kempinski Hotel Yangzhou Nuoyuan inspired by the characteristics of Sui and Tang architecture with modern design will be home to 93 elegantly appointed rooms and suites overlooking landscaped gardens and waterways, The boutique-sized hotel will also be home to a swimming pool and spa with gym and fitness centre, and a stunning ballroom for high-profile events and corporate functions.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2024

Mövenpick, part of Accor, a world leading hospitality Group is excited to announce the opening of Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea at an exceptional waterfront setting in Zeytinburnu. The hotel is set to open its doors on April 15, extending a warm welcome to its guests in the heart of Istanbul.

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