Food + Tech Connect

MARCH 13, 2024

Image Credit: AgFunder News 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. Agrifoodtech startups faced a significant setback in 2023 as their investment share plummeted by 50%, comprising only 5.5% of global venture capital funds, down from 6.7% in 2022 and 7.6% in 2021.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2024

The restaurant industry has always been dynamic and challenging, but the labor shortage has pushed it to a critical juncture. Establishments are grappling with a complex crisis characterized by empty seats in dining areas and behind the scenes, where a shortage of skilled workers is keenly felt. To revitalize the workforce and enhance operational efficiency, it is imperative that we boldly explore innovative solutions across reskilling, retention, and robotics.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

Missouri and Washington are the latest states to introduce bills to ban the same four food additives as the California Food Safety Act : brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, and red dye 3.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

MARCH 13, 2024

Oklahoma City-based CFS Brands has unveiled a new, six-person foodservice channel sales team, with each member now representing the full suite of CFS Brands products.

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NewPoint Marketing

MARCH 13, 2024

Distribution Channel in the Food and Beverage Industry Distribution channels play a key role in the food and beverage industry. They bridge the gap between producers and consumers. This blog will delve into various distribution channels. We aim to highlight their unique challenges. Additionally, we will provide strategies to maximize their potential.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

GS1 US has published a new suite of resources to help companies address the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Traceability Final Rule.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Rhocelli Wright, Customer Success Manager at Revinate, introduces the 2024 Hospitality Benchmark Report, a cornerstone for hoteliers navigating the industry’s complexities.

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Culinary Services Group

MARCH 13, 2024

During this year’s National Nutrition Month, we’re going beyond encouraging you to eat healthier. We want to help you understand the importance of incorporating fresh, local, natural, and safe ingredients and best practices into your kitchen. But a lot of the time, that’s easier said than done – right? When you’re tackling it alone, yes. However, with the help of a registered dietitian (RD), taking your healthcare dining program from good to great is not only possible but much easier.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Officials of Hovr, an online quality content provider that encourages greater guest engagement, today released the first annual “2024 State of Travel and Hospitality Buyer’s Journey.” The in-depth report examines seven trends impacting travel purchasing decisions in 2024, as well as ways to further engage guests to increase the likelihood of bookings.

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Food Safety News

MARCH 13, 2024

Recent enforcement actions in Portugal have covered products, including eggs, shellfish, meat, and oils. The Food and Economic Safety Authority’s (ASAE) central regional unit inspected egg classification and packing centers in Leiria and Ansião. Checks revealed that eggs, already packaged and ready for consumption, did not have all the necessary identification details, violating national and European regulations.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Tru by Hilton, Hilton’s innovative, midscale hotel brand, announced the expansion of the brand to New York City with the grand opening of its newest property, Tru by Hilton Brooklyn. Nestled just one block from the vibrant Park Slope neighborhood, this contemporary hotel offers an ultramodern and lively lodging option for both business and leisure travelers alike.

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Forward Fooding

MARCH 13, 2024

It’s such a great honour to present the official full-list ranking of the 2023 FoodTech 500! Download the latest white pa per here and discover the entrepreneurial talent behind this year’s FoodTech 500. Introducing the Official 2023 FoodTech 500 When we first set out to create the FoodTech 500, we wanted to develop the definitive list of the top 500 companies shaping the future of food.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Marriott International, Inc. announced it has signed an agreement in collaboration with Vasilakis SA to bring the JW Marriott brand to Greece. Anticipated to open in 2025, JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa will span 100 acres of coastal beauty and will be a haven for travelers who seek a luxury escape paired with exceptional service and holistic well-being experiences.

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FoodService Director

MARCH 13, 2024

The school partnered with the Humane Society of the United States to increase its plant-based offerings.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Indoor and outdoor autonomous mobile robot (AMR): ’GAEMI’. Winners of the Grand Prize in the public design category respectively.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc (JBSS), Elgin, IL, announced today it is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of 8.25 oz Great Value Honey Roasted Cashews, because it may contain undeclared coconut and milk. The recall was initiated after a consumer report of finding coconut cashews within a container labeled as honey roasted cashews. An investigation identified that a limited number of incorrect honey roasted cashew labels were applied to the plastic cans of coconut cashews during the manuf

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Hotelogix, a globally leading cloud-based hospitality technology provider, said Saudi Arabia’s IRIS Hotels has been able to scale its business while expanding its portfolio on the back of a robust technology platform provided by its multi-property management system. Additionally, the group has been centrally managing operations across all 4 properties while complying with the Kingdom’s National Tourism Monitoring Platform (NTMP) and The Zakat, Tax, and Custom Authority (ZATCA).

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Chef's Connection

MARCH 13, 2024

Thawed squid without running water, and in a mop sink. 3-501.13 Thawing. Except as specified in ¶ (D) of this section, potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) shall be thawed: (A) Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 5oC (41oF) or less; or (B) Completely submerged under running water: (1) At a water temperature of 21oC (70oF) or below, (2) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and (3) For a peri

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Atwell Suites - part of IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies - today announced the opening of its first Texas property in Austin. Atwell Suites Austin Airport marks the third U.S. open property for the brand, following debuts in Miami and Denver.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

The 2024 Food Northwest Process and Packaging Expo, the largest regional industry conference in North America, takes place April–11 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Hotel Zessa, a DoubleTree by Hilton, formerly known as the DoubleTree by Hilton™ Santa Ana - Orange County Airport, proudly announces its new name, following an extensive renovation. Nestled in the heart of Orange County, the hotel welcomes guests to experience a perfect blend of classic upscale style and trendy indie boutique vibes.

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Foodservice Equipment Reports

MARCH 13, 2024

Paul Moss has stepped up to the role of vice president and comptroller at Thermo-Kool. Moss joined Thermo-Kool in 2015 as the accounting manager, where he was responsible for accounting, credit and payroll departments.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

This interview with Paolo Gagliardi offers valuable insights and innovative strategies for hoteliers looking to enhance their operations through technology.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

FDA issued a Warning Letter to a Michigan firm after the firm failed to respond to FDA's request to provide corrective actions related to a recall the firm had conducted. The message here, respond to FDA requests. A summary of the events: On September 12, 2023, the firm recalled Knickerbocker Homestyle Hamburger Buns after the firm discovered that the product contained milk, but the printed package did not contain an allergen statement or ingredient declaration for milk.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Resolute Road Hospitality, a third-party management company founded on the promise to change the way owners think of their management company, wrapped up its annual Leadership Conference at its corporate headquarters in Boise, Idaho. The conference brought together General Managers and the Corporate Sales Team to explore and collaborate on various topics essential to the company’s growth and success.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

Wesco, Inc. of Muskegon, MI is recalling 750 units of Wesco Mint No Bake Cookie Bites, because it may contain undeclared peanut. The recall was initiated after it was discovered that Wesco Mint No Bake Cookie Bites containing peanut butter were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of peanuts. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by incorrect product formulation within the manufacturing facility’s new software system.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

The Set Collection proudly introduces DEOS Mykonos, set to debut in the spring of 2024, as the latest addition to its esteemed portfolio of luxurious member hotels and residences. Rooted in the island heritage of Mykonos and crafted with the expertise of the Daktylides family who established their hospitality portfolio - Myconian Collection - in 1979, DEOS promises an unparalleled experience for discerning travellers and sun seekers on that storied isle.

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Penn State Food Safety Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

A article posted in a medical journal discusses a man suffering from a parasitic infection in the brain that were causing frequent and severe migraines. The parasite, Taenia solium, is a tapeworm that normally infects pigs and can infect humans when eating uncooked and undercooked pork. The worm is more of an issue in developing countries where pigs roam free.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

With its 82 rooms in the heart of Paris’s Latin Quarter, this four-star hotel is both historical and modern. The Grand Cœur Latin Hotel is a voyage through time: from the Roman remains known as the Arènes de Lutèce, via the Middle Ages to the philosophical debates of the 19th century, the past comes to life within these walls. Architect Vincent Bastie and interior designer Marie-Paule Clout have created a welcoming contemporary space that reflects the quintessential charm of the Latin Quarter.

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Food Safety Magazine

MARCH 13, 2024

Mallard Manufacturing recently announced the opening of its new Innovation Center and Testing Lab, enabling customers to ensure the right-fit custom solution their project.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

[ Danbury, Conn., March 13, 2024 ] — Meyer Jabara Hotels is on a mission. Recently, the owner/operator of 31 hotels hired an investment expert to source acquisition opportunities, equity investors, and debt financing. Today, Chas Henry joins the company as Senior VP of Business Development and Acquisitions. Henry is tasked with growing the company’s third-party management contracts and spreading the word that Meyer Jabara Hotels is exceptional at operating hotels for ownership groups looking to

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