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Preparing for the future of AI in restaurants

Restobiz

By Mo Chaar Restaurants across the country are facing a triple-threat of challenges: inflationary costs, labour shortages, and pandemic debt – and many are struggling to stay afloat. According to Restaurants Canada, only half of restaurants are profitable, with one-quarter of its members worried they won’t survive another year. While a portion of the hospitality […] The post Preparing for the future of AI in restaurants appeared first on Restobiz.

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Could 1 of these 4 fast casuals be the 'next Cava?'

Fast Casual

Placer.ai's Bracha Arnold took a closer look at the location analytics of five fast-growing dining chains to see what is setting them apart from their competitors. Four out of the five, Bubbakoo's Burritos, Dave's Hot Chicken, Jinya and Killer Burger, are fast casual brands.

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Hotel Indigo makes brand debut in Romania

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today announces the signing of Hotel Indigo Satu Mare, a brand debut in Romania. This latest signing delivers the lifestyle brand’s market debut in the Balkan nation and strengthens the brand’s presence in Eastern Europe.

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Keep It Flowing: Restaurant Subscriptions Open Floodgates of Sales

Let's Chat Snacks

Foodservice operators are always hungry for repeat business. It’s great if you can acquire customers through marketing, social buzz, online reviews and word-of-mouth. But to keep customers coming back—not just once or twice, but on a regular basis—is a surefire way to feed the bottom line.

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First speakers announced for Future Hospitality Summit and 19th edition of Arabian Hotel Investment Conference in Abu Dhabi

Hospitality Net

The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) has confirmed the first speakers for the region’s flagship hospitality investment platform taking place from 25-27 September at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island.

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3 ways Sip Fresh is reinventing the fast casual beverage industry

Fast Casual

Sharon Arthofer, founder and CEO of Sip Fresh and the first franchisee of Wetzel's Pretzels, discusses how the brand's franchising concept and unique offerings are fueling the demand for innovation.

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good neighbor debuts new hospitality concept guesthouse, opening summer 2023

Hospitality Net

good neighbor, a neighborhood home for global brands and locally-designed goods, is announcing a new hospitality concept, guesthouse opening in Baltimore in late summer 2023. A hospitality alternative that features the touchstones of what our neighbors have come to expect: seven unique, design-immersive, thoughtfully curated spaces that are a fully shoppable experience. guesthouse is the full realization of staying at a loved one’s home.

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Amsterdam-Based Booking.com Delivers €3.6 Billion Net Contribution to Dutch Economy

Hospitality Net

Booking.com creates a large positive impact in the Netherlands. This is the finding of a new study by consultancy KPMG based on its True Value methodology. This research project provides a holistic assessment of Booking.com’s economic, social and environmental impact in the Netherlands.

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Accor and Arora Group to bring Fairmont brand to Bedfordshire, UK

Hospitality Net

Further to the acquisition in December 2021 of Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa by Arora Group, one of the UK’s leading hotel owner-operators, the signing of an agreement has been announced to redevelop the hotel under the globally renowned Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brand. The announcement demonstrates the growing partnership between Arora Group and world leading hospitality group Accor, whose expansive collection of brands includes Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.

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TrustYou stellt responseAI vor: Revolutionierung des Bewertungsmanagements im Gastgewerbe

Hospitality Net

TrustYou, ein renommierter Branchenführer für Gästefeedback-Lösungen, setzt mit mit der Veröffentlichung von responseAI neue Maßstäbe im Bewertungsmanagement. Die neue Funktion, die parallel zur aktualisierten Review und Survey Inbox eingeführt wurde, nutzt künstliche Intelligenz, um automatische Antworten auf Gästebewertungen zu generieren. Durch den Einsatz von KI zur Erstellung personalisierter und kontextbezogener Antworten können Hoteliers ihren Gästen nun zeitnahes Feedback zu einer Vielza

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Balance Familie chooses Mews to transform guest experiences across its hotel portfolio

Hospitality Net

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has been chosen by Balance Familie to run its multi-property hotel operations.

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Mastering Bistronomic Service: Tips for Success in Casual Fine Dining

Hospitality Net

Bistronomy is a restaurant concept originating in France. It was popularized by top French chefs seeking a departure from the stress of earning and maintaining Michelin stars. Bistronomy emphasizes elegant, accessible cuisine using high-quality ingredients and wines, delivering excellent value for money.

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Ground-breaking new project aims to strengthen local supply chains in the hospitality sectors in eight African countries.

Hospitality Net

An innovative new project is announced today aimed at supporting hotels in eight African countries in sourcing more through local supply chains. The project will be run by the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and aims to increase the hospitality industry’s positive impact in local communities and improve hotels environmental and social sustainability.

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TrustYou Unveils responseAI: Revolutionizing Review Management for Hospitality

Hospitality Net

TrustYou, a renowned industry leader in guest feedback solutions, is taking review management to new heights with the exciting release of responseAI. This innovative feature, launched in parallel with the updated Review and Survey Inbox, leverages artificial intelligence technology to generate automated responses to guest reviews. By using AI to craft personalized and contextually relevant responses, hoteliers can now provide timely feedback to guests across a wide range of topics, significantly

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Think Visualization for the Hotel Metaverse

Hospitality Net

Okay, the hype part for this new technology is clearly over (at least according to the Gartner Hype Cycle). But that doesn’t mean the metaverse is destined for a New Mexico landfill like all those unsold cartridges for the E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial video game. In fact, it’s the exact opposite, with travel and hospitality as two top beneficiaries.

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Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 30 June 2023

Hospitality Net

Zorca Holdings acquires two hotels in central London with financing from Leumi

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