Bill Marler

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The FDA issued this warning this morning – Recall underway. Summary of Problem and Scope The FDA was recently made aware of a developing investigation by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) regarding four children with elevated blood lead levels, indicating potential acute lead toxicity.

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Restobiz

OCTOBER 30, 2023

By Brittain Brown “Fee fatigue” refers to the endless surcharges associated with purchasing services – a thorn in the side of restaurant operators. To stay competitive, restaurants have had to continually upgrade their technology to meet industry demands, but more systems mean more hidden expenses. This exhaustion can be attributed to a variety of sources […] The post How restaurants can navigate fee fatigue appeared first on Restobiz.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It’s a trend well-known to restaurant operators, and yet each year brings the same scramble: young people who provided a ready supply of flexible labor over the summer simultaneously change their patterns – resigning to focus on school, moving back to college, or limiting their availability to accommodate other activities. In 2021, for example , 36.6 percent of teens 16-19 had jobs during the summer, dropping to 30.5 percent during the school year.

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Food Management

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Hockey fans are in for a treat from concessions firms operating at National Hockey league venues around the country during the 2023-24 season.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 30, 2023

If you’re looking to rank higher on Google and land in front of more customers, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, you’ll learn how to improve your restaurant’s online presence and how it will land you in front of thousands of hungry customers in your local area. The best part? It’s just four steps, and you don’t need an entire marketing team to do it.

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Food Safety News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Blue Ridge Beef is recalling their Breeders Choice 2# log dog food Lot# 8/2/24 UPC 8 54298 00193 1 because of Salmonella contamination. On Oct. 27, the firm was notified by the Food and Drug Administration that the dog food tested positive for Salmonella. Salmonella can infect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to

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Food Safety News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

“Last night, I left cooked roast beef on the counter to cool before refrigerating, but I fell asleep and discovered it this morning. I immediately put it in the refrigerator. Since the meat is cooked, shouldn’t it be safe to eat?” The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s toll-free Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854 receives similar calls daily from consumers who are confused about how to keep their food safe.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Authentic Restaurant Brands today announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Fiesta Restaurant Group, parent company of the Pollo Tropical restaurant brand. “Our distinct vision for Pollo Tropical is to amplify the fundamental aspects of the brand that customers love and expand its capabilities to deliver high-quality, affordable food in a casual setting,” says Alex Macedo.

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FoodService Director

OCTOBER 30, 2023

College students love variety and great tasting food—learn about how two college campuses boosted interest in their foodservice programs with King’s Hawaiian Grill locations.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Marcone Commercial Kitchen announced that Michael Walker has joined the company as national sales manager for Canada. “Marcone has seen tremendous growth in the Canadian market and we see ongoing opportunity to provide reliable parts delivery there,” says Keri Llewellyn, president of Marcone Commercial Kitchen, in a statement. “Michael’s industry expertise and leadership abilities will be key in.

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Food Safety News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Olymel, an importer in Boucherville, Quebec, Canada, is recalling 11,016 pounds of ready-to-eat ham that was not presented for import reinspection into the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. “FSIS is concerned that some products may be in consumers’ or retailers’ refrigerators or freezers.

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the CAMBRO blog

OCTOBER 30, 2023

After working in the restaurant industry for 15 years, chef John Abernathy launched Proper Provisions. From intimate dinners to grand cocktail parties, Proper Provisions promises to level up traditional recipes with a twist of modern, luxurious flavors. It was Abernathy’s goal to bring something unforgettable to Lincolnton by curating an excellent culinary experience, empowering his staff and giving back to his hometown community.

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Food Safety News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The number of children who suffered a potentially fatal complication of E. coli infection in France reached a record high in 2022, influenced by the Nestlé pizza outbreak, according to statistics recently released. Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which can be a complication of E. coli infection, is a type of kidney failure that can result in lifelong, serious health problems and death.

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Total Food Service

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Out in the weeds, behind the Appalachian Conference Center, the kitchen’s skeleton crew had just unmasked bewitched remains… Finishing their short break on this steamy Halloween night, they suddenly realized that something horrific had once transpired here. Was this the final resting spot of the infamous Analog Squad? The vine-covered headstones belonging to the Squad confirmed the crew’s worst nightmares: Bart “The Slicer”, Jack Ard “The Tenderizer”, Scott “The Iceman” and a whole menu of other

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Food Safety News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Supermarkets in the United Kingdom have reported mixed Campylobacter in chicken results for the first two quarters of 2023. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) maximum target level is up to 7 percent of birds with more than 1,000 colony-forming units per gram (CFU/g) of Campylobacter. Data from the retailers covers the first half of 2023 on high findings of Campylobacter in fresh, shop-bought, UK-produced chickens.

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Total Food Service

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Click the button above to view fullscreen. Click any advertisement to learn more. The Total Food Service November 2023 Digital Issue features exclusive Q&A Interviews with influential chefs, hospitality trendsetters, and foodservice operators, as well as the latest foodservice industry news on products, trends, associations, and events. The highlights of the Total Food Service November 2023 Digital Issue include: Exclusive interview with with Gregory Gourdet , Celebrity Chef, Author and Re

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Due to a steady increase of foodborne Cylospora cayetanensis infections in recent years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) charged the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF) with producing a report that provides information on the factors that contribute to the contamination of produce by the parasite, as well as recommendations for a prevention and management strategy.

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FoodService Director

OCTOBER 30, 2023

A new report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture reveals that an increasing number of U.S. households doesn’t know where their next meal is coming from.

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Total Food Service

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Fontainebleau Las Vegas recently announced that the 67-story property would have 36 bars and restaurants, publicly revealing details for the first time. Most spots will open when the property launches on Dec. 13; the remainder will debut or be announced in 2024. The scope of the bar and restaurant collection, one of the largest on the Strip, ranges from omakase to French fine dining, from Asian-inspired barbecue to steakhouses, from outposts of L.A. and Miami hot boîtes to a restaurant from a fa

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Chef's Deal

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Commercial warewashers ensure that large quantities of dishes, glasses, utensils, and similar kitchenware can be cleaned quickly with minimum energy use and maximum efficiency. The food service industry relies on high-capacity door-type warewashing machines to conduct their daily operations. A clean cycle of dishes should be maintained to ensure a steady supply of wares throughout the busy hours.

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The Food Law Firm

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Arbitration is a widely used alternative dispute resolution method that offers both advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional litigation. It provides parties with a quicker, cost-effective, and more private way to resolve disputes, but it also has some drawbacks. Pros of Arbitration Speed and Efficiency: Arbitration is known for its expeditious resolution of disputes.

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Food Safety Guru

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Tip of the Week Foods with a USE BY day within 3 days – Use Coloured Day Dots. The coloured dot is th e USE BY day. Foods with a USE BY day longer than 3 days – use a HACCP label An Allergen label is useful to use to label foods cooked and stored on site Manufactured Packaged Foods All packaged foods are labelled with the manufacturer’s best before or use by dates.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Due to a steady increase of foodborne Cyclospora cayetanensis infections in recent years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) charged the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF) with producing a report that provides information on the factors that contribute to the contamination of produce by the parasite, as well as recommendations for a prevention and management strategy.

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Food Quality & Safety

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The meal kit industry continues to grow rapidly, with a market size projected to reach $17.8 billion in 2023, compared with $13.50 billion in 2022, according to a report from The Business Research Company. But this relatively new sector of the food industry faces some additional growing pains. For example, FSIS reported last year that ground beef products in HelloFresh meal kits may have been associated with reported illnesses related to E. coli infection.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Citing the success it’s seen with co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Cafe and Express locations, FAT Brands is trying out another half-burger mashup. Last week, the company opened its first Fatburger and Round Table Pizza location in Lantana, Texas, allowing diners to find burgers, pizza, a full bar and more under one roof. The 3,500-square-foot, full-service restaurant is operated by SNM.

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Food Quality & Safety

OCTOBER 30, 2023

One of the most overlooked assets for many food processors is their workforce. There is a great deal of focus on food safety and quality, food safety culture, and prerequisite programs, but when it gets down to brass tacks, the line workers and their performance are what ensures that the plant operates as it should. The role of production, sanitation, quality, and warehousing supervisors is to manage the operation and ensure that the company’s quality, safety, and sanitation programs are develop

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Hear Tarah Schroeder, FCSI, LEED AP, vice president at Ricca Design Studios, share her real-life experiences designing kitchens, with a special focus on ventless technologies, at FER’s Multiunit Foodservice Equipment Symposium. Tarah has served at Denver-based Ricca for 15 years and is a sought-after expert on sustainability in the foodservice industry.

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Food Quality & Safety

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The European Commission has released significantly stricter limits for the use of nitrites and nitrates as food additives. The new limits amend annexes to Commission Regulation (EU) 1333/2008 of the European Parliament and Council, and to Commission Regulation (EU) 231/2012 regarding nitrites (E 249-250) and nitrates (E 251-252). Nitrites and nitrates are often used in processed meats, cheeses, and other foods due to their antimicrobial properties.

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Bon Appetit Management Company

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Fishing off the North Carolina coast Sheepshead. Ribbonfish. Wahoo. Tilefish. When North Carolina native Ryan Speckman was living on the Outer Banks of North Carolina in the late 2000’s, he and his friends feasted on these native seafood species regularly. He wondered why, when he was growing up in the inland part of the state, he’d never encountered fish from the Carolina coast before – and most residents hadn’t either.

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Kellerman Consulting

OCTOBER 30, 2023

KPIs are a Tool to Measure Success Most manufacturing businesses have changes that can occur within each week and often during any given shift. There are many literal and figurative moving parts, and as a result it can be difficult to determine if operations are working correctly or incorrectly. Unexpected events and business conditions can dramatically alter how we perceive our business is functioning.

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Food Safety Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2023

This eBook demonstrates how collaboration and sharing best practices are essential for building effective food safety, sanitation, and pest control programs.

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