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FM On Demand with Tara Fitzpatrick: Iconic Cleveland chef Douglas Katz joins forces for good health with Cleveland Clinic

Food Management

Morrison Healthcare welcomes Chef Douglas Katz as the newest member of the culinary leadership team at the Cleveland Clinic.

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EU Bans Greenwashing, Lab-Grown Fruits, New Consumer & Agrifood Funds Launch + More

Food + Tech Connect

Image Credit: Green Queen Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. The EU has finalized a law designed to curb greenwashing, banning labels including ‘carbon-neutral,’ ‘natural,’ and ‘biodegradable.’ To be turned into a law, the proposal will need to get final approval from the EU Parliament and Council, which is e

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Food Delivery Fraud: Challenges in Ensuring Security for Platforms, Drivers, and Consumers

Modern Restaurant Management

The U.S. is the second-largest online food delivery market​ and generated an estimated $218B in revenue in 2022. And experts predict the market will increase close to $500B by 2027. Due to the growth and increased demand, leading food delivery platforms such as Uber Eats, DoorDash​, and Grubhub are also facing the growing threat of fraud and abuse on both the customer and driver sides as scams and scammers become more sophisticated.

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5 things: NFL’s Packers plan to go all grab-and-go at Lambeau Field

Food Management

This and a partnership that is bringing local organic milk to Vermont schools are some of the stories you may have missed recently.

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Study finds link between autism in boys and maternal diet soda and aspartame consumption

Food Safety News

A recently published study led by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) shows a potential association between the diagnosis of autism in boys and their mothers’ consumption of diet soda or aspartame during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener widely used in various food and beverage products since the 1980s.

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USDA expands access to school breakfast and lunch for more students

Food Management

Department is expanding CEP availability to an estimated 3,000 more school districts in high-need areas.

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More sick students confirmed in E. coli outbreak at Illinois high school

Food Safety News

Public health officials are slowly identifying more students with E. Coli infections in an outbreak associated with Huntley High School in Illinois. The outbreak was identified on Sept. 17 and now includes nine confirmed patients and several suspected patients. The McHenry County Department of Health has not reported whether any of the students are hospitalized.

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FDA Updates Guidance to Address Food Manufacturers Circumventing Allergen Cross-Contact Requirements for Sesame

Food Safety Magazine

To address the trend of food manufacturers intentionally adding sesame to food products that did not originally contain the allergen in an attempt to circumvent allergen cross-contact requirements, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its draft guidance for industry on hazards analysis and preventive controls with a new chapter on avoiding allergen cross-contact and proper labeling.

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Officials close investigation into E. coli outbreak at the University of Arkansas

Food Safety News

Public health officials have closed an investigation into an E. Coli outbreak at the University of Arkansas without finding the source of the pathogen. University officials said the Arkansas Department of Health reported five confirmed and 37 probable patients in the outbreak. On Sept 25, university officials said more than 3,200 people had been surveyed during the investigation.

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Chef Appreciation Week 2023

Fresh Ideas

We celebrated Chef Appreciation Week in September by showcasing our extraordinarily talented culinary team. At Fresh Ideas, we pride ourselves on creating an innovative fresh food experience. This includes a thoughtful approach to preparing fresh foods that are healthy, flavorful, and fun. Our chefs and cooks are passionate about food and are key to how we create happiness for our guests.

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UK dealing with E. coli and Salmonella outbreaks

Food Safety News

The United Kingdom is dealing with a serious outbreak of E. coli and several strains of Salmonella Enteritidis, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA). One more case has been added to the ongoing Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O183 outbreak, bringing the total to 25 sick since May. One person has died; while most patients live in England, others are sick in Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.

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A New Dawn For Guinness

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Those who think they may face judgment for an a.m. trip to Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago can think again. Sure, the Guinness name is well-known for its namesake brew—and have that, it shall—but the West Loop location also breaks the mold, featuring the first Guinness bakery. There, freshly baked brown bread, Intelligentsia coffee and assorted treats from Aya Pastry will be available starting.

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Island Hospitality Management Named Operator of 114-Room SpringHill Suites Truckee

Hospitality Net

Officials of Island Hospitality Management, the premier third-party management company for select-service and upscale, extended-stay hotels, announced that the company has been named the operator of the 114-room Springhill Suites Truckee. The property is owned by Mission Hill Hospitality, a leading select service and extended stay hotel investor.

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PSU Receives $1 Million from USDA to Investigate, Mitigate AMR in Puerto Rican Dairy Industry

Food Safety Magazine

Penn State University (PSU) scientists have received a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to assess the level of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among foodborne bacteria in Puerto Rico's dairy industry and to train farmers and students on AMR mitigation.

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Boutique Group Signs MoU with Sommet Education

Hospitality Net

Boutique Group, a hospitality company fully owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, merging the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s culture and heritage with contemporary elegance to develop historic and cultural places into ultra-luxury boutique hotels, has signed an MoU with Sommet Education, a leading international network of hospitality management and culinary arts schools.

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USDA expands CEP access

FoodService Director

Around 3,000 more school districts will be able to offer free meals to students under the Community Eligibility Provision.

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Brittain Resorts & Hotels Introduces New AI-Driven Business Intelligence Technology Matrix

Hospitality Net

Brittain Resorts & Hotels (BRH), the leading full-service hospitality management company in the Southeast, today introduced an industry-leading AI-driven business intelligence technology matrix, putting the company at the forefront of AI-led efforts within the industry. The move comes as BRH increases its service offerings as it expands further into third-party management for hotel owners seeking improved values and satisfaction measurements.

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AI won't replace restaurant employees, it will make CX better

Fast Casual

A panel at the Interactive Customer Experience Summit in Charlotte from Sept. 11 to 13 tackled AI head on and how its real benefit is to improve the customer experience, not replace humans.

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The Return of Meetings & Events: Better and More Meaningful Than Ever

Hospitality Net

The COVID-19 pandemic brought the meetings and events industry to an abrupt halt in early 2020, leaving in-person conferences, trade shows, and corporate gatherings canceled or postponed indefinitely. Now, as restrictions have eased, meetings and events are resurging at a fast pace; however, they look slightly different.

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The Role of Blockchain in Ensuring Food Safety in Restaurants

The Restaurant Technology Guys

?️ The future of food safety is here, and it's powered by blockchain! Learn how this transformative technology is ensuring transparency and trust in the restaurant industry's food supply chain. Read more in our latest blog post! #Blockchain #FoodSafety #RestaurantTech The post The Role of Blockchain in Ensuring Food Safety in Restaurants appeared first on Restaurant Technology Guys.

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The Lodging Conference: Staffing Challenges are Reaching a Breaking Point

Hospitality Net

Walking the halls, meeting other attendees and watching sessions at last week’s Lodging Conference in Phoenix, the general sentiment pointed to an industry that is back firing on all cylinders.

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EU experts discussed eight emerging risks

Food Safety News

Shiga toxin-producing E. albertii and children overdosing on Vitamin D are among topics on the radar of European authorities, according to a recent report. Eighteen potential emerging issues were discussed in 2021 and eight were judged to be emerging risks , according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). EFSA networks contributing to the topic include the Emerging Risks Exchange Network (EREN), the Stakeholder Discussion Group on Emerging Risks, EFSA’s scientific units, scientific panel

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The Ritz-Carlton Celebrates Transformational Travel With Leave Better Campaign

Hospitality Net

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., is pleased to announce the launch of a new international marketing campaign, speaking to the continued evolution of the brand. Created in collaboration with longtime agency partner Team One, the Leave Better campaign invites guests to embark on a powerful journey of self-discovery through thoughtfully tailored experiences and the genuine comfort and care offered by a stay at The Ritz-Carlton.

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Quiz: We Know Which Cambro Product You Should Buy Next

the CAMBRO blog

Are you in the market for top-quality food storage and catering equipment that’s both durable and reliable? Look no further, because Cambro has a wide range of innovative products designed to meet your specific needs. Whether you’re a professional chef, a restaurant owner, or a home cook, finding the right Cambro product can make a world of difference in your food preparation and storage processes.

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Valor Hospitality Partners Named Exclusive Operating Company for New Development in Batumi, Georgia

Hospitality Net

Valor Hospitality Partners, a global full-service hotel management company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the owners of the Petra Sea Resort in the Central Asian city of Batumi, Georgia. The groundbreaking partnership will mark the first master-planned, mixed-use development in the nation of Georgia and will include internationally branded resorts, serviced residents and extended stay apartments.

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Chartwells Higher Ed debuts United Table initiative at 2 campuses

FoodService Director

Northeastern University and the University of Illinois in Chicago are first to offer the global cuisines platform.

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Some upsell revenue is better than others. A guide to where you are really making money.

Hospitality Net

Upselling offers one of the most effective, proven ways to increase a hospitality organization’s income by selling to someone who is already your customer. With hotel profitability becoming more of a challenge, upselling provides the potential to generate additional revenue from every booking. But not all upsell revenue is the same. When it comes to choosing which upsells to offer, hotels should be strategically clever by prioritizing those with the highest potential for profit while maintaining

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How whole grains are making big gains in California schools

FoodService Director

The California Wheat Commission’s Wheat2School project is working to make local whole-grain menu items more accessible to nutrition programs across the state.

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SkyStem Releases a Buyer’s Guide to Month-End Close Solution Software

Hospitality Net

SkyStem, a leading solution in financial month-end close solutions, is releasing a Buyer’s Guide to help accounting teams navigate the daunting process of selecting a month-end close solution. This guide makes it easy for those who are interested in evaluating and selecting a month-end close solution. It can be a burdensome task to find the right fit for your company and to know if it will be successful in your month-end close.

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Equipment Specifying: Transitioning with RATIONAL – Part 4

Total Food Service

Building Partnerships With Smart Equipment Specifying: Erickson Senior Living outfits its kitchens with iCombi Pros with support from RATIONAL It was the finishing, or “plating,” feature of RATIONAL’s iCombi Pro that caught the attention of Philip Maloney, senior director of culinary development and operations at Erickson Senior Living. The foodservice team at the Baltimore, Md.

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CSR, ESG, and Sustainability: 5 Takeaways from Rising Leaders

Hospitality Net

CSR, ESG, and Sustainability are different terms to essentially get to the same realization this new generation of travelers are considering more than price when making their choices of where to stay and who to travel with. Whether environmental impact, social responsibility, or community engagement be their driving factor, travelers are now not only expecting stellar onsite service, but ensuring that their meal was sustainably sourced, property employees receive fair treatment, and the property

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