Food Management
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Get “baller status” by adding these savory spheres to your fall menu. So many different proteins, wow-level ingredients and global flavor profiles make meatballs just the thing to get culinary innovation rolling.
Bill Marler
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
According to Global News, six children with hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) remain in hospital on Thursday as a result of the Calgary Fueling Brains daycare E. coli Outbreak – two of which remain on dialysis. In the past day, two children were discharged from hospital. On Thursday, AHS said there were a total of 349 lab-confirmed cases linked to the outbreak.
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Restobiz
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
By Scott Mitchell As Canadians continue to navigate high inflation rates and re-consider their spending habits, there’s still a light at the end of the tunnel for restaurant owners and operators. In Q1, the restaurant industry saw visits increase by 11 per cent and spending increase by 18 per cent compared to the same period […] The post Marketing tips for your restaurant’s next campaign appeared first on Restobiz.
Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The restaurant industry is undergoing a technology renaissance. Everywhere you care to look, AI and automation can be found taking on critical roles and supporting restaurants, bars, cafes, and coffee shops still battling against labor shortages and rising inflation. Robots are helping with food prep and even serving dine-in customers. Data-driven analytics tools are allowing restaurants to optimize pricing and personalize menu options.
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Food Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Company is rolling out 40 new stealthy healthy recipes this fall to engage students with appealing choices that use nutritious ingredients.
Bill Marler
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
20 sick with 10 hospitalized. The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella , a bacteria that is a common cause of food poisoning. As of September 15, 2023, CDPH has identified 20 individuals with Salmonella infections who ate prepared food from a taqueria in Carniceria Guanajuato located at 3140 N California in Chicago.
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Modern Restaurant Management
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
When it comes to attracting customers to restaurants, local SEO is crucial and can optimize their online presence to attract more local customers. What Is Local SEO? Local Search is a search format where Google's algorithms rely on location data to display specific results according to the geographic location of the user or other locations suggested by them.
Food Management
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Concessions firms introduce new items to tempt pro football fans this fall. Here a look at the burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches being debuted.
Bill Marler
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
According to McHenry County Health Department at least six cases of Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli (STEC) have now been reported at suburban Huntley High School. In a letter released to parents on Wednesday, officials said they had been contacted by the McHenry County Health Department about the outbreak. Health officials are working to determine “common exposures” among the individuals who have been diagnosed with the illness, but no definitive source has been identified at this time.
Restobiz
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Many restaurants are making strides to lower their carbon footprints, as part of their business goals and in an attempt to address rising diner demand. But before diving into a complete overhaul, identifying potential stumbling blocks can help make the road shorter. Creating a plan that identifies where your greatest impediments lay means getting ahead […] The post Can your restaurant get greener?
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Sculpture Hospitality
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The ambiance of a bar, its artfully crafted drinks, and the music played are all elements that lure patrons in. Yet, what truly defines and differentiates a bar in the crowded hospitality industry is its team.
Food Management
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
M2 serves grab and go selections and convenience store-like items such as candy, chips, assorted beverages, and other packaged snacks.
Bill Marler
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) records show the taqueria in Carniceria Guanajuato was inspected on Sept. 8 due to suspected food poisoning, and inspectors found raw beef and raw shelled eggs were being stored above ready-to-eat sliced lettuce inside a prep cooler in the restaurant. The restaurant was issued a citation for improper food storage and was instructed to properly store raw foods to avoid cross-contamination with prepared foods.
Wasserstrom
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
As of September 1st, the New York City Sanitation Department (DSNY) announced that it would begin fining restaurants and all other food-related businesses that do not use garbage cans designed to keep rodents out. The new rule is part of the city’s ongoing efforts to reduce its rat population, which is estimated to be in […] The post Outsmarting Rodents: Tips for Choosing Rat-Resistant Trash Cans appeared first on The Official Wasserstrom Blog.
Sculpture Hospitality
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
TORONTO, ON, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sculpture Hospitality, the leading trailblazer in the food and beverage inventory management industry, proudly announces a substantial milestone in its journey of growth and success with several of its dedicated employees transitioning to franchise owners. Over the past year, the company has experienced exponential expansion, positioning itself as a driving force in the industry.
Food Management
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Concessions firms introduce new items to tempt pro football fans this fall. Here a look at the entrees, sides and drinks being debuted.
Food Safety News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public warning regarding SPAM meat product produced by Hormel Foods Corp. Services LLC. The implicated SPAM was under processed, which can lead to contamination. There is concern that consumers may have the product in their homes, but a recall was not requested because it is believed that the product is no longer available for consumers to purchase.
Food Safety Magazine
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
New research from the Florida State University College of Medicine suggests that the artificial sweetener aspartame may have negative cognitive effects, finding spatial learning and memory deficits among the offspring of male mice that consumed low doses of the chemical.
Sculpture Hospitality
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Mastering the art of food inventory management is an essential skill for any culinary business, be it a bustling restaurant or a cozy cafe. Making sure that your food supplies are fresh and efficiently restocked, all while minimizing waste, requires a well-structured approach.
Food Management
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Formed by the hands of a chef, simmered in sauce and rolling onto fall menus, the mighty meatball can do it all.
Food Safety News
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
County officials are reporting an outbreak of gastrointestinal illnesses linked to a food truck in Kirkland, WA. Thirty-four people reported having developed symptoms after consuming food from the food truck on Sept. 14. The truck was from Tacos El Guero and was catering a private event. The symptoms mentioned by public health officials that were reported by those who became sick included diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and nausea.
Food Safety Magazine
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published its response to the most recent suggestions given to the agency by the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). Recommendations given to FDA by CFP cover the Food Code and its Annexes, the Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards , and other actions.
LTI, Inc.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The lost magic Twenty years ago, if you asked any group of students what their favorite part of school was, by far the most dominant answer was always “lunch.” After all, it was a welcome break in the day when students could sit back and laugh with their friends as they nourished their bodies before starting back in for the afternoon. Over the years, however, lunchtimes have gotten shorter and shorter as student enrollment has continued to grow, and other complications have crept in.
Food Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Wayzata High School solved its foodservice staffing shortage by hiring students.
Food Safety News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Costco shoppers have been notified about contaminated fresh cut butternut squash that has been recalled because of possible contamination with E. coli. New Jersey-based food manufacturer Safeway Fresh Foods of Vineland, NJ, sent a letter to members , shared by Costco on the recalls page, who may have bought the affected product — 2-pound plastic clam shell containers of pre-cut organic butternut squash — from Washington D.C., Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia Costco locations.
Food Safety Magazine
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Microfiltration—an emerging processing technology that extends milk’s shelf life by using semipermeable membranes to keep out undesirable microbes—can introduce bacteria that are resistant to pasteurization into fluid milk if equipment is not cleaned properly, Cornell researchers recently found.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Hoyt Totty, a 16-year employee of manufacturers’ rep Forbes Hever & Wallace, has added principal to his sales duties. After serving as a bartender at Pappasito’s Cantina, Totty initially joined FHW as a walk-in estimator out of its Dallas office. For the past 12 years at FHW, Totty has worked in outside sales in Houston—a position he has excelled in, says the company.
Food Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
This and Minnesota State discontinuing its Campus Kitchen program due to decreased student involvement are some of the stories you may have missed recently.
Food Safety News
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Kraft Heinz recalls 83,800 cases of individually wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices. “The issue was discovered after the company received several consumer complaints about finding the plastic stuck to a slice, including six complaints of consumers saying they choked or gagged in connection with the issue. No injuries or serious health issues have been reported,” according to the company recall posted by the Food and Drug Administration.
Food Safety Magazine
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) recently published the findings of a targeted surveillance sampling program conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic to identify emerging food safety risks and increase knowledge of the food system.
Foodservice Equipment Reports
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Amid ongoing AI buzz, at least one restaurant brand is backpedaling its integration. Less than a year ago, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza and Wings announced it would roll out AI answering systems in all 60 of its corporate-owned locations. The system was to handle order taking, free up staff, reduce operating costs and provide a better customer experience.
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