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Why Limited Time Offerings are More Than a Passing Phase

Modern Restaurant Management

Limited Time Offerings (LTOs) have been a staple of the restaurant industry, although their very nature is short-lived. For consumers, LTOs often bring to mind seasonal offerings that have become synonymous with specific times of the year. For restaurants, LTOs create new avenues to connect with customers and generate opportunities for chefs to expand offerings.

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What are the Ways of Managing Your Restaurant Food Inventory?

Sculpture Hospitality

Effective inventory management is the backbone of a successful restaurant operation. As profit margins in the hospitality industry can be razor-thin, ensuring control over food inventory is paramount for financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

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Hashtags and Hazards: The Dubious Influence of Social Media Trends on Food Safety

Food Safety Magazine

Social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok have positively affected the food safety landscape by raising awareness of best practices and helping to identify outbreaks, but at the same time, social media has also served as a vehicle for food safety misinformation.

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Increase Food Production Efficiency Through Predictive Maintenance

Food Safety Tech

In the food production industry, being efficient is not just a goal, it is essential for success. Operations that produce top-quality products at the lowest costs come out on top. One key to staying efficient is cross training production workers and making sure they’re skilled in operating various machines. This way, anyone can step in to keep things running smoothly, avoiding costly delays.

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FAO Launches Initiative to Reduce Antimicrobial Use on Farms in More Than 100 Countries

Food Safety Magazine

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has announced the launch of the Reduce the Need for Antimicrobials on Farms for Sustainable Agrifood Systems Transformation (RENOFARM) initiative, a global 10-year effort to mitigate the growing public health threat that is antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

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How Can the Hospitality Businesses Adapt to the New Generation of Guests?

Hospitality Net

The demographics of hospitality consumers are changing; millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alpha are now a predominant audience. These new audiences bring new guest expectations, from digitalised experiences and convenience to social consciousness. While the hospitality industry is already experiencing a significant digital adaptation to improve guest experiences through digital solutions and software, there are still many more strategies that businesses can adopt to meet the new guest demands.

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Joy, positivity and chickpeas: Chartwells Higher Ed approaches planet-friendly menus in a ‘Thought-Ful’ way

FoodService Director

Going beyond typical plant-forward recipes, R&D Chef Sarah Bodner introduces new ideas that can be replicated all year, not just at special Earth Day events.

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3 Ways Camshelving Eliminates Common Wire Shelving Problems

the CAMBRO blog

Bid farewell to cumbersome, broken wire shelving and embrace the sleek, robust world of Camshelving®. Oftentimes, operators think they have to suffer in silence because they aren’t aware there is something available to alleviate their anguish. This year marks 25 years of Camshelving! Restaurants, schools and healthcare facilities have completely changed the way they look at shelving thanks to the innovative design, construction and efficiency that is Camshelving.

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Ladun Investment signs partnership agreement with Cheval Collection for the construction and operation of Ladun Cheval Living

Hospitality Net

Ladun Investment Company signed a partnership agreement with award-winning hospitality group, Cheval Collection featuring numerous contracts for the construction and operation of Cheval Ladun Living - a tower featuring luxury hotel apartments situated on King Fahd Road (near King Abdullah Financial Center) in Riyadh. The signing took place during the prestigious Future Hospitality Summit held in Riyadh from April 29 to May 1, 2024.

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Federal lawmaker calls on peers to address school nutrition staffing issues

FoodService Director

Also in this week’s K-12 legislative update: lawmakers in Maryland and Delaware take action on bills related to universal free meals.

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The Future of Hospitality: P3’s Insights on Online Check-in Conversion Rates

Hospitality Net

In the dynamic world of hospitality, where every moment counts and guest expectations evolve rapidly, staying ahead is not just a necessity but a strategic imperative. Enter P3 Hotel Software, a pioneer in revolutionizing the guest journey through innovative technology solutions. At the forefront of this revolution is P3’s Online Check-in product, a game-changer in streamlining operations and enhancing the guest experience.

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From Bland to Brilliant: How Vibrant Signage Enhances School Cafeterias

LTI, Inc.

Ask around, and you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who’s impressed by beige walls and antiquated seating — especially young students. School cafeterias are more than just places to grab a meal; they serve as hubs for social interaction, relaxation and learning. However, many cafeterias often suffer from bland and uninspiring environments, which can dampen students’ dining experiences.

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Hilton Announces 2024 Thrive Sabbatical and Thrive Reset Winners

Hospitality Net

Hilton announced the recipients of its Thrive Sabbatical and Thrive Reset programs, continuing its investment in initiatives and benefits that support its team members’ professional, physical and mental well-being. Now in its eighth year, Hilton team members from around the world can apply for the time and resources to live a dream, give a dream or recharge by taking care of themselves or others, or to pursue a passion that helps them grow personally or professionally.

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Alabama Poised to Ban Cell-Based Meat

Food Safety Magazine

The Alabama House of Representatives recently passed Senate Bill 23 banning the production or sale of cell-based meat products in the state. The bill has been returned to the Senate for concurrence.

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Choice Hotels International Hosts "SOAR" Seminar to Attract, Mentor and Educate Historically Underrepresented Groups on Their Path to Hotel Ownership

Hospitality Net

Ahead of its 68th Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, hosted its SOAR (Supporting Ownership Access & Representation) development seminar to reintroduce its program to create hotel ownership opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs. During the seminar, Choice reaffirmed its more than twenty-year commitment to making small business ownership a reality for entrepreneurs that are underrepresent

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Are You Ready? Preparing for FSMA 204

Food Safety Tech

With millions of people in the U.S. getting sick each year from foodborne illness, the FDA is continuing to transform the nation’s food safety system with more stringent rules and regulations. In 2011, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law, and consequently, several rules have been finalized to implement the act and ensure food safety across different points in the global supply chain.

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Revolutionizing the Guest Journey: Inspiration

Hospitality Net

An effective hospitality technology stack should focus on the following seven (7) core areas of the guest journey while delivering a “data process flow” to facilitate the required operational capabilities that aligns with the hospitality provider’s desired guest experience with consideration for future requirements:

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USDA Declares Salmonella an Adulterant in Raw Breaded Stuffed Chicken Products

Food Safety Tech

On April 26, USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) officially declared Salmonella an adulterant in raw breaded stuffed chicken products when they exceed a 1 colony forming unit (CFU) per gram or higher for Salmonella contamination. The USDA FSIS announced its intent to declare Salmonella an adulterant in raw breaded stuffed chicken back in August 2022.

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Hotel Revenue Management glossary: The definitive A to Z of terms for hoteliers

Hospitality Net

It takes patience, practice, commercial nous and access to the best data and software available. We hope, that with a good understanding of the topic, the starting point of which is a familiarity with its foremost terms and concepts, you’ll be able to more than exceed 12.5% in your efforts at your hotel.

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Imported Soft Cheese is Recalled After Positive Listeria Tests

Penn State Food Safety Blog

Tama Corporation of Doral FL is recalling 24-ounce containers of "Queso de Mano PAISA" have contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. "The recall was initiated after one laboratory analysis came out suspicious of that lot sample being contaminated. After a second analysis, this was confirmed. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

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Streamline Hotel Budgeting: Why Hoteliers Should Adopt Budgeting Software Now

Hospitality Net

Effective financial management is paramount for the success of a hotel business. One of the critical aspects of financial management is budgeting, a process that traditionally involves significant time, effort, and coordination among various departments within a hotel organization. However, with the advent and adoption of modern budgeting technology, hoteliers can streamline their annual financial budgeting processes and dedicate fewer resources toward building an accurate budget.

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Ice Cream Cups Recalled for Potential Metal Contamination

Penn State Food Safety Blog

H-E-B is voluntarily issuing a recall for 12-count packages of 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream in select flavors for potential metal. To date, there have been no injuries related to this recall. All product related to this recall has been removed from store shelves. While there is no reason stated for how the metal was determined to be in the product, it is interesting to see that there is close to two weeks of production involved in the recall.

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Dusit Hotels and Resorts to showcase exciting news at the Arabian Travel Market 2024

Hospitality Net

Hot on the heels of opening 10 hotels last year, including its first properties in Greece, Japan, and Nepal, Dusit is on course to open even more properties this year – including the highly anticipated return of its legendary flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok and its debut in Saudi Arabia with Dusit Princess Al Majma’ah, Riyadh.

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Organic Walnuts from CA Firm Linked to E. coli Outbreak

Penn State Food Safety Blog

FDA is reporting that an E. coli outbreak has been linked to Organic Walnuts produced by Gibson Farms, Inc. of Hollister, California. To this point, 12 people have become ill with 7 hospitalizations. Of 10 people interviewed, all 10 (100%) reported eating walnuts, and almost all reported buying organic walnuts from bulk bins in food co-ops or natural food stores.

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Spokane Restaurants

The Restaurant Warehouse

As a savvy restaurant owner in the bustling Spokane market, it is crucial to stay ahead of the game by continuously gathering and analyzing valuable information about your target audience and the local competition. By delving deep into the preferences and tastes of the diverse consumer base in Spokane, Washington, you can make well-informed decisions that will set your establishment apart from the rest.

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VT Company Recalls Frozen Meat Pizza Due to Undeclared Soy

Penn State Food Safety Blog

802 VT Frozen, a Newport, Vt. establishment, is recalling approximately 8,221 pounds of frozen meat pizza due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The description is 802 VT Frozen MEAT!!! CRISPY WOOD-FIRED CRUST HAND MADE PIZZA” with “best if used by” dates of April 25, 2024, through April 25, 2025The problem was discovered during routine FSIS verification activities.

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RSG Adds to Its National Accounts Team

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Refrigerated Solutions Group, which includes the brands Norlake and Master-Bilt, has hired Rafael Thissen has key account director. In this role, Thissen will manage several of RSG’s legacy accounts and cultivate relationships with new accounts. Thissen joins RSG from H&K Int’l., where he served as senior account executive.

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NJ Establishment Updated Their Recall of RTE Prosciutto

Penn State Food Safety Blog

ConSup North America Inc., a Lincoln Park, N.J. firm, is updating an earlier recall of ready-to-eat (RTE) sliced prosciutto ham product produced in Germany without the benefit of equivalent inspection. The initial recall was posted on April 24, 2024. According to the USDA, the "d etails of this recall were updated to reflect that the product was shipped to retail locations nationwide.

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Trustwell Reflects on the FDA’s Virtual Public Meeting: Data and Technology in the New Era of Smarter Food Safety

FoodLogiQ

In a world where food safety and technology increasingly intersect, the FDA's recent Virtual Public Meeting on " Data and Technology in the New Era of Smarter Food Safety " showcased the critical role of technological advancements in shaping the future of our food systems. This meeting brought together experts, stakeholders, and industry leaders to discuss how data-driven strategies and technological solutions can be employed to ensure a safer, more efficient, and transparent food supply chain.

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Appy Fizz’s ‘Get Fizz’ themed Campaign Reflects its Effervescent Energy

FMT Magazine

Parle Agro, India’s leading beverage giant, has set out to captivate consumers with vibrant Out-of-Home (OOH), campaigns for its popular brands – Frooti, Appy Fizz and Smoodh. Designed to grab attention during the scorching summer months, the campaigns aim to maximise brand impact, reach and consideration across all corners of the country. Each brand’s campaign has its own unique theme, tailored to its specific target audience.

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Best practices to gain bookings on your hotel website

Hospitality Net

In today’s digital age, a user-centered hotel website plays a crucial role in attracting and converting potential guests into bookings. With travelers increasingly relying on the internet to research and book accommodations, having a website that prioritizes user experience and meets their needs is of utmost importance.

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