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10 School Food Renegades Who Are Stirring Up Change

Chef Ann Foundation

Across the nation, school food changemakers are challenging status quos to move us closer to a world where all children not only have access to healthy and satisfying meals every day, but are equipped to cultivate positive relationships with food for themselves, their communities, and the planet. Get to know a few of these inspiring School Food Renegades.

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The future of restaurant loyalty

Restobiz

Loyalty has always been important in the foodservice industry, but it has really taken a front seat in the last few years as restaurants continue to recover and competition remains fierce. Customers are getting savvy about what they are looking for from restaurants, what loyalty programs should look like, and they are voicing their concerns […] The post The future of restaurant loyalty appeared first on Restobiz.

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How Employers Can Support Employee Mental Health

Modern Restaurant Management

In today's workplace, the significance of addressing employee mental health has become increasingly crucial. The well-being of employees directly impacts their productivity, engagement, and overall satisfaction. Employers play a pivotal role in creating a supportive environment that fosters mental well-being and offers necessary resources. Ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10, Adams Keegan staff have reported a dramatic increase of client calls concerning mental health.

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California Food Safety Act Signed Into Law, Officially Banning Four Toxic Additives by 2027

Food Safety Magazine

The California Food Safety Act —statewide legislation that bans the sale of foods containing red dye 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, and propylparaben—was signed into California law by Governor Gavin Newsom on October 7, 2023.

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Surgical Pricing Strategies: How QSRs Can Navigate Inflation

Modern Restaurant Management

Has consumer dining behavior returned to pre-pandemic levels? Many standard indices say yes. While it’s understandable to believe everything is back to normal – according to our QSR monthly trends, August 2023 traffic was down just half a percent compared to 2022 – the landscape has taken a seismic shift. Using the QSR traffic and sales data Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) has been gathering for 25-plus years, our analysts recently completed an exhaustive comparison of pre a

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Turkey recalled in Canada over spoilage

Food Safety News

Sunrise Poultry Processors Ltd. is recalling Sunrise Farms brand Young Turkey with giblets because of possible spoilage. According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the recalled product has been sold in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Canada. Recalled products: Brand Product Size Code UPC Sunrise Farms Young Turkey with giblets Variable Best Before 2023 OC 11 None Retailers and consumers should not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.

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FDA updates compliance program for infant formula investigators

Food Safety News

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has updated its infant formula compliance program for investigators, laboratory analysts and compliance officers. The compliance program is designed to comprehensively outline the agency’s approach for inspections, sample collection, sample analysis and compliance activities to help ensure that infant formula products in the U.S. food supply are safe and nutritious.

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How to be a Successful HACCP Team Leader

HACCP Mentor

An effective HACCP team leader has a variety of abilities, qualities and characteristics. One of those that I really connect … How to be a Successful HACCP Team Leader READ MORE » The post How to be a Successful HACCP Team Leader appeared first on HACCP Mentor.

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Bird flu is back among commercial poultry flocks in U.S.

Food Safety News

The break in the blue flu outbreak that began last April may be over. The first spread of the virus since then has occurred in a 47,300 flock of turkeys in South Dakota. The turkey farm in Jeruald County, SD, was forced to kill its flock to control the disease outbreak. Commercial flocks of U.S. chickens, turkeys, and other poultry totaling 58.8 million birds had to be killed between 2022 and the spring of 2023.

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TRUNK(HOTEL) to add Sapporo Location

Hospitality Net

After unveiling TRUNK (HOTEL) YOYOGI PARK, the renowned luxury hotel chain is set to launch a new establishment in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Named TRUNK(HOTEL) SAPPORO, this will be the fifth hotel under the brand, with doors set to open in Spring 2027.

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Scooter's Coffee exec: 'The whole point of innovation is growth'

Fast Casual

Nathan Lester, senior director, drive-thru innovations for Scooter’s Coffee, spoke about pairing innovation and growth during the keynote address kicking off the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Louisville, Kentucky on Oct. 8.

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5 Proven Ways To Reduce School Food Waste

the CAMBRO blog

While every school’s priority is to feed students delicious and nutritious meals, their second priority typically lands on their budget. However, one of the biggest impacts to a school’s budget isn’t what they buy, it’s what they waste. Decreasing food waste can feel like a difficult task, but there are very easy practices you can implement that can make a noticeable difference.

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How to Prep a Turkey: for Commercial and Home Chefs

Burkett Restaurant Equipment

Serving turkey can be a grand adventure, whether you’re a home chef preparing a Thanksgiving feast or a professional chef in a restaurant. Before you serve your next turkey, save yourself time and energy... The post How to Prep a Turkey: for Commercial and Home Chefs appeared first on Burkett Restaurant Equipment.

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U.S. involved in network dealing with game meat safety

Food Safety News

The United States is part of a network on safe meat from wild game. The “Safety in the Game Meat Chain” network will run for four years under the leadership of the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR ). It includes 29 countries, many of which are EU member states and non-EU countries, including those in the Western Balkans, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the United States, New Zealand, and Australia.

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InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Unveils a Distinctive Global Brand Evolution

Hospitality Net

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand, is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the launch of an extensive global brand evolution announced today.

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FDA Releases Updated Compliance Program for Infant Formula

Food Safety Tech

The FDA has updated its infant formula compliance program for FDA investigators, laboratory analysts and compliance officers. The updates build on lessons learned over the last several years to elaborate on FDA’s approaches for inspections, sampling, laboratory analysis and imported infant formula products. For example, updates include instructions for annual environmental sampling of Cronobacter and Salmonella at powdered infant formula facilities and instruction for FDA notification should a s

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The App-etising Future of Dining: Tech’s Sustainable Influence on Restaurants

Hospitality Net

Did you know restaurants are now on track to save 7.5 million trees annually thanks to tablet-based Point of Sale (POS) systems? Thanks to technology, the dining experience is more efficient and environmentally friendly than ever before.

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Industry Has Two Years to Adapt to New EU Limits for Use of Nitrites, Nitrates as Food Additives

Food Safety Magazine

The European Commission has set significantly stricter limits for the use of nitrites and nitrates as food additives to reduce consumer exposure to carcinogenic nitrosamines. EU food business operators have two years to adapt to the new limits.

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HFTP Announces 2023 Paragon Award Recipient – Geneva Rinehart

Hospitality Net

Geneva Rinehart was selected as the 2023 Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) Paragon Award recipient for her significant contribution to the production of a key hospitality technology information resource for nearly three decades. She is also recognized for inhabiting the role as a central connector amongst industry players — vendors, hotel companies, consultants — ensuring that all are apprised of current trends and recognized for their contributions to the evolution of h

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Mainly positive findings from the first Codex survey

Food Safety News

The majority of Codex members are satisfied with the reach and usefulness of Codex texts, according to a survey. Findings come from the first survey undertaken in 2022 on the use and impact of Codex texts. Ninety-eight of 189 Codex members responded to the poll. It focused on the following texts: General Standard for Contaminants and Toxins in Food and Feed; General Principles of Food Hygiene; General Standard for the Labelling of Pre-packaged Foods; and General Principles for the Addition of Es

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Great Wolf Lodge Expands the Family Fun at Its Pocono Mountains Resort with Completion of $125 Million Resort-Wide Transformation

Hospitality Net

Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains celebrated the completion of an expansive $125 million, top-to-bottom resort transformation that will give families new reasons to visit the beloved indoor water park resort. Actress and Broadway icon Sutton Foster, and renowned interior designer Nate Berkus were on-hand to help celebrate the official launch of the completely reimagined resort, with Berkus cutting the ribbon for the elegantly-appointed three-bedroom Woodland Villas and Foster capping the festivi

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Blue Roll Contamination

Food Safety Guru

Tip of the Week Blue roll is forever getting contaminated by dirty hands Blue roll should be stored in wall dispensers so it is easy to access and will never be contaminated by dirty hands. However, if you need easy access to blue roll on the work surface or if the wall is not suitable for a wall mounted dispenser, we recommend purchasing a few Tork Centrefeed Portable Blue Roll Dispensers.

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North Yorkshire’s Luxurious Rudding Park Spa Hotel Improves Operational Transparency and Efficiency Using Maestro All-In-One PMS

Hospitality Net

Rudding Park, a privately owned luxury spa and golf resort in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England, has taken great strides to invest in technology and keep pace with new operational challenges. The resort offers 90 guestrooms and suites, a destination spa, two restaurants, a kitchen garden, a private cinema, two golf courses, and multiple meetings and events venues spread across 300 acres of landscaped gardens and woodlands.

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ILSI Europe 2023 Annual Symposium Will Address Food Safety, Nutrition, Sustainability Challenges

Food Safety Magazine

The ILSI Europe Annual Symposium (IEAS) will take place on October 24, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium, where experts from across Europe will gather to tackle pressing issues in food safety, nutrition, and sustainability.

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EHL Graduate School Announces Half-Day Course on Revenue Management Strategy

Hospitality Net

EHL Graduate School in Lausanne is excited to announce an exclusive course titled "Achieving Profitable Growth in Hospitality with Revenue Management Strategy" scheduled for Monday, November 13, 2023. As the hospitality industry evolves, revenue management remains a pivotal strategy, ensuring increased profitability and efficiency for businesses large and small.

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Lawmakers make another push for plant-based milk in school

FoodService Director

Senate bill 2943 would require schools to offer fluid milk substitutes if requested by students, parents or guardians.

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Embracing Technology to Enhance Hospitality: How Rotana is Breaking Down Silos for a Seamless Guest Experience

Hospitality Net

In a dynamic world where technology is rapidly advancing, the hospitality industry is at the precipice of a transformative era. Embracing innovative technologies promises to elevate guest experiences, empower hospitality employees, and streamline operations. Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with hotels across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and TĂĽrkiye , has recognized the potential of technology and is at the forefront of this revolution.

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How to Prepare Your Restaurant for SF Restaurant Week

Chef's Toys

Are you a restaurant owner in San Francisco gearing up for the SF Restaurant Week? As an industry expert, we know that preparing for Restaurant Week can be a daunting task. But don't worry, with our expert advice and approachable tips, you'll be ready to impress your customers with your delicious cuisine and flawless service. We'll share with you three crucial tips on how to prepare for Restaurant Week, as well as a list of kitchen equipment needed for the week. 1.

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Wyndham to Open Flagship Dolce Hotel Close to Versailles

Hospitality Net

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels across more than 95 countries, today announced the upcoming opening of the upscale 178-room Dolce by Wyndham Versailles - Domaine du Montcel. Located in the heart of France’s Yvelines region and minutes from the world-renowned Palace of Versailles, the property was once owned by the Oberkampf-Mallet family and has been fully renovated by 2BDM Architects, one of France’s most prominent architec

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Chicago Eliminates Tipped Minimum Wage

Foodservice Equipment Reports

The Chicago City Council voted Friday, Oct. 6, to eliminate the tipped wage for restaurant servers by July 2028. I’m extremely proud of this fight for our tipped workers, whose hard work often goes unsung in the restaurant industry,” wrote Mayor Brandon Johnson in a social media post. “Through this ordinance, they will finally earn what they have long deserved: a consistent livable wage.

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MMGY Study Examines The Changing Role Of Technology In Travel

Hospitality Net

A new study released today by MMGY Travel Intelligence examines technology’s growing impact on travel from two distinct perspectives: the traveler and the marketer. The comparative study, titled Emerging Technologies in Travel & TourismTM, explores innovations such as artificial intelligence, virtual assistants and augmented reality through the lens of the travel industry.

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