Probe It Food Safety
MARCH 27, 2025
Ever looked at a job posting in the food industry and wondered about the difference between a “ Food Handler Certificate ” and a “Food Safety Certificate”? You’re not alone! It can feel like alphabet soup sometimes, trying to figure out what you actually need to work in the kitchen, serve customers, or even run your own food business here in Canada.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 28, 2025
The restaurant industry is undergoing a significant shift as Gen Z diners reshape dining expectations. This generation prioritizes social responsibility over traditional brand loyalty and gravitates toward integrity, sustainability, and values-driven experiences. To successfully engage this influential consumer group, restaurants can no longer rely solely on brand recognition; they must adopt innovative strategies that align with Gen Z’s preferences.
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Hospitality Net
MARCH 28, 2025
In just two years, RIU Hotels & Resorts has doubled the amount of local products used at its hotels in the Balearic Islands. This figure stood at 5.7% in 2023, before increasing to 7% in 2024 and reaching 10% in 2025. This amount is calculated as a percentage of the hotels total spending and represents a significant milestone for the chain, which intends to continue increasing the proportion of local products used in the coming years as part of its Proudly Committed sustainability strategy, supp
Food Management
MARCH 26, 2025
Eggless and on-the-go, this recipe from the Soyfoods Council for a breakfast sandwich can get the morning crowing with no fowl involved.
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Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
MARCH 26, 2025
In honor of its 75th anniversary, Milwaukee-based foodservice equipment manufacturer Hatco donated $75,000 to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin earlier this month. NAFEM matched the manufacturer’s contribution for a grand total of $150,000, which will provide nearly 600,000 meals to families in need.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 26, 2025
Omnichannel communications and value-oriented customer expectations are two elements challenging restaurant owners and operators, according to a survey from Klaviyo. “Every guest touchpoint–whether it’s a dine-in experience, an online order, or even a response to a review – can influence future business,” Mike Eng, Senior Director of Vertical Expansion at Klaviyo, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. “Restaurants need to think beyond just serving
Food Service Focus brings together the best content for large-scale food service management professionals from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Food Management
MARCH 25, 2025
Also in this weeks K-12 legislative update: kosher and halal meals are coming to Illinois schools and new laws in Virginia and West Virginia will ban certain additives in school meals.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Recipe costing integration simplifies restaurant management and boosts profits by combining automated tools with POS systems. By accurately tracking ingredient costs and streamlining menu pricing, it helps restaurants minimize waste, maintain profit margins, and make data-driven decisions. Integrated systems also provide real-time insights into inventory levels, ensuring better cost control and operational efficiency.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 27, 2025
As a restaurant manager, you want to do everything in your power to keep your commercial kitchen as well as your entire facility safe and welcoming to staff and patrons alike. However, fire hazards such as neglected kitchen equipment and grease buildup can lead to serious kitchen fires, threatening lives and livelihoods. While there is no way to completely eliminate fire risk in commercial kitchens, you and your staff can take steps to reduce the risk.
Hospitality Net
MARCH 24, 2025
Blue Diamond Resorts is set to turn heads and set pulses racing as it redefines all-inclusive hospitality in Barbados. As of today, Royalton CHIC Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only, is officially open for bookings, gearing up for a spectacular debut in Spring 2026. Nestled along Barbados glamorous Gold Coast, this stylish lifestyle resort is designed for trendsetters who crave excitement and sophistication in equal measure.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
MARCH 25, 2025
After several months as interim CEO of Panera Brands Inc., Paul Carbone is settling in more permanently. Carbone previously was the chief financial officer for the company, which includes Panera Bread, Einstein Bros. Brands and Caribou Coffee.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Multilingual Menus improve Restaurant Operations by solving language barriers and enhancing operational efficiency. These menus enable restaurants to better communicate with a diverse range of customers, streamline ordering processes, reduce errors, and improve overall guest satisfaction. By offering multilingual options, restaurant owners can create a more inclusive dining experience, attracting a wider customer base while optimizing staff productivity.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 24, 2025
Restaurant brands are seeking out emerging technology to be more efficient and using data analytics to improve the drive-thru experience and this is only the beginning, according to Tim Tang, Director of Enterprise Solutions at Hughes. For example, Chick-fil-A ihas used drone footage and cameras to optimize speed and accuracy at their drive-thru and Tang expects more innovation from the brand. "If I had the opportunity, I would encourage them to employ voice analytics, not to automate orderi
Hospitality Net
MARCH 26, 2025
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Signia by Hilton Cairo Skywalk and Signia by Hilton Residences Cairo Skywalk in partnership with Skywalk Developments, bringing the Signia brand to Egypt and Africa for the first time. The two latest additions to Hiltons luxury portfolio in Egypt will offer modern stays with cosmopolitan amenities, personalised service, and extensive meetings and events facilities for guests and residents alike.
Chef Ann Foundation
MARCH 27, 2025
At a time when childrens diets areincreasingly overloaded with ultra-processed foods, successful federal grant programs that break down barriers to serving fresh foods should not be cancelled nor delayed.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Managing special occasion promotions is easier than ever with the best POS system features and integrated online ordering. These advanced tools empower restaurants to create personalized offers, track customer data, and automate processes to enhance customer loyalty and streamline operations. With capabilities like real-time inventory management, automated scheduling, and customer relationship management (CRM) integration, restaurants can efficiently run tailored promotions for birthdays, annive
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 24, 2025
Value-driven dining and a growing interest in regional brands are two trends uncovered in Yelp's 2025 Fastest Growing Brand s report. Among the report highlights are: Fast food and value-driven restaurants are thriving—McDonald’s (#25), Taco Bell (#33), and Popeyes (#11) are among the brands seeing significant consumer interest growth.' Breakfast is booming—coffee and bakery brands saw the highest search growth with breakfast and brunch searches up 142 percent year-over
Hospitality Net
MARCH 23, 2025
LAS VEGAS, MARCH 24, 2025 Owners and operators of the most innovative bars, restaurants, and nightlife venues are converging on Las Vegas to attend the Bar & Restaurant Expo. This LIVE event is bringing F&B pros together March 24 to 26 at the Las Vegas Convention Center to rewrite the rules of hospitality for the foreseeable future. Its where grit meets opportunity. where people who were once okay just keeping up are now choosing to level up and where new products, partnerships, and technologi
Food Management
MARCH 26, 2025
The egg and dairy-free breads are a win-win for the nutrition team, says Executive Chef Cady Molloy.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
MARCH 26, 2025
Craig Miller was appointed today, March 26, as the CEO of Brio Italian Grille and Bravo! Italian Kitchen. In his new role, he will work to enhance both brands’ positioning, and to drive growth and “operational excellence.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 27, 2025
Pooja Nair, Partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP, and aModern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine legal contributor, discusseshow restaurant operators might be impacted bytariffs.
Probe It Food Safety
MARCH 27, 2025
Ensuring a high standard of food safety is important for any setting that prepares or serves meals to the public. Foodsafe Level 1 , introduced in British Columbia and recognized in various parts of Canada, stands as a recommended or mandatory certification for those handling food daily. Cooks, servers, dishwashers, and anyone responsible for meals in commercial or institutional settings benefit from it.
Food Management
MARCH 26, 2025
The foodservice provider is launching a Color-Ful campaign as part of its Joy-Ful campaign and its all about bridging the connection between food, mood and creativity.
The Restaurant Warehouse
MARCH 28, 2025
A business plan is essential for starting or growing a pizza restaurant in a competitive market. Key steps include obtaining licenses, securing property, hiring staff, and creating a marketing plan. The executive summary should clearly convey the pizzeria's vision, mission, and target audience. The company overview details the business structure, products, market analysis, and financial projections.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 26, 2025
Adam Guild of Owner speaks withMo Farraj, co-founder of Talkin’ Tacos about scaling a restaurant business, menu and labor optimization, loyalty, marketing and more.Farraj has grown from one location to 22 in just fouryears, along with his co-founder Omar Al-Massalkhi.
Probe It Food Safety
MARCH 27, 2025
Food safety training is a cornerstone for any organization that handles meals. Foodsafe Level 1 is recognized across British Columbia and often beyond. Various provincial health departments endorse it or list equivalent courses. This overview explains those variations and the steps involved in staying current with local regulations. The tone here aims to be welcoming and clear while relying on accurate references and practical insights.
Food Management
MARCH 27, 2025
Catch up with foodservice news you may have missed with 5 things with FSD.
Hospitality Net
MARCH 26, 2025
We recently participated in a bid for a restaurant space in one of Paris heritage train stations. After conducting a thorough feasibility study, which included researching the station, competitive set, and customer traffic flowing through the train station (we had identified 4 customer target segments: commuters, tourists, neighborhood locals, and business travelers), we knew that if we won the bid and managed to execute our vision of the space, we would add significant value to the train statio
Food Safety Tech
MARCH 27, 2025
NSF, a global public health and safety organization, has launched of NSF Certification Guideline 537: PFAS-Free Products for Nonfood Compounds and Food Equipment Materials (NSF 537). The new guideline leverages NSFs laboratory and testing capabilities to confirm that products are free of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of synthetic or man-made materials that resist degradation also known as forever chemicals.
Probe It Food Safety
MARCH 27, 2025
Food safety in Canada protects the public from harmful bacteria, unsanitary conditions, and unexpected cross-contamination. A single misstep can affect diners for days or even weeks. The Food Handler Certificate is a recognized document that shows an individual has completed training that covers topics such as proper hygiene, correct cooking temperatures, and thorough cleaning methods.
Food Management
MARCH 25, 2025
Did you know that a quarter of a package of firm tofu provides about the same amount of high-quality, complete protein as one egg? The Soyfoods Council and Chef Scott Stroud have teamed up for this timely recipe that doesn't require eggs.
Food Safety Magazine
MARCH 24, 2025
Mississippi has become the third U.S. state to ban cell-based food products with the passage of House Bill 1006. As of July 1, 2025, it will be illegal to sell or distribute any cultivated food product in the state.
The Restaurant Warehouse
MARCH 28, 2025
Back bar beer coolers optimize beverage service in bars and restaurants, enhancing efficiency and customer experience. These coolers store and display various beverages, including beer, wine, and soft drinks. Back bar coolers feature glass doors for visibility, helping to increase sales. They have adjustable thermostats to maintain optimal serving temperatures for beverages.
Probe It Food Safety
MARCH 27, 2025
Food safety takes center stage for anyone preparing meals, running a restaurant, or managing a commercial kitchen in Canada. No one wants to serve a dish that puts a patrons health at risk, and thats where entry-level food safety certificates step up to the plate. These programs arent about memorizing rules for the sake of red tape; they aim to protect people from harmful bacteria and ensure confidence in every bite.
Food Management
MARCH 27, 2025
Metz Culinary Management, the Pennsylvania-based foodservice partner serving the operation, worked with the college to launch a new series of events to educate diners on responsible drinking.
AHF
MARCH 26, 2025
Are you ready to connect, collaborate, and gain fresh insights to navigate todays toughest industry challenges? The Association for Healthcare Foodservice (AHF) is launching a brand-new quarterly event designed exclusively for our members: The AHF Member Power Hour Mark your calendars and join us on Tuesday, April 8, at 3:00 PM ET for an interactive discussion where AHF members come together to share experiences, exchange ideas, and problem-solve in real time.
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