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Mastering the Art of Anticipation: Recognizing Guest Cues Before They Do

Modern Restaurant Management

I n the hospitality and service industry, the ability to see beyond the obvious and anticipate guests' needs before they are even aware of their own needs is a skill that sets good from exceptional service apart. The key lies in understanding subtle cues and employing a proactive approach to ensure a seamless and delightful experience for patrons.

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597 sick, 226 hospitalized and 15 deaths by Salmonella Cantaloupe

Bill Marler

In the United States a total of 407 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella were reported from 44 states: Alaska (1), Arizona (15), Arkansas (2), California (56), Colorado (11), Connecticut (2), Florida (4), Georgia (8), Illinois (22), Indiana (9), Iowa (12), Kansas 2, Kentucky 10, Maryland 9, Massachusetts 2, Michigan 7, Minnesota 29, Mississippi 1, Missouri (15), Montana (3), Nebraska (7), Nevada (8), New Hampshire (1), New Jersey (8), New Mexico (2), New York (14), No

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Agroknow 2023: A year of fun in review

Agroknow

Passion is energy*, from focusing on what really excites you. And this is something drives people together towards a common goal. That is the reason behind all Agroknow’s actions over the year. To drive passion into the hearts of its employees. And what a year 2023 has been! Full of adventures and excitement. Adventures aiming to educate, refresh our minds and hearts, bring closer together, challenge us, help us learn a bit more about each other and discover what connects and brings value to our

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FDA warns pet food producer about improper ingredient storage conditions

Food Safety News

As part of its enforcement activities, the Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or months after they are sent. Business owners have 15 days to respond to FDA warning letters. Warning letters often are not issued until a company has been given months to years to correct problems.

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Survey Says: Restaurateurs Are Making Expansion Plans

Modern Restaurant Management

Will 2024 be a comeback year for restaurants? Despite challenges including inventory costs, commission fees and staff turnover, many restaurant owners are expressing optimism about moving forward, according to TouchBistro’s 2024 State of Restaurants Report. Ninety-four percent of operators are planning some form of expansion and more than half of the 600 U.S full service restaurants surveyed plan to introduce catering services.

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Remembering another Deadly Cantaloupe Outbreak

Bill Marler

In the United States this week the CDC reported a total of 407 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella were reported from 44 states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from October 15, 2023, to December 25, 2023. Of 362 people with information available, 158 (44%) were hospitalized. Six deaths were reported. In Canada as of December 22, there have been 164 laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella Soahanina, Sundsvall and Oranienburg illness linked to this outbreak in t

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National school lunch program could be banned from serving lab-cultivated meat

Food Safety News

A bipartisan pair of U.S. Senators have introduced legislation banning the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) from including cell-cultivated meat products on its menu. The NSLP is the federally assisted meal program in public and nonprofit private schools and residential childcare institutions. It serves more than 4,9 billion lunches annually to more than 30 million children in about 100,000 schools.

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Five Strategies to Leverage User-Generated Content in Your Brand’s Journey

Modern Restaurant Management

Looking around the lively atmosphere of any restaurant, there are no doubt patrons capturing and sharing fun memorable moments. These genuine snapshots—when shared on social media—can help paint an authentic picture of your business, and create a powerful word-of-mouth effect. This type of user-generated content (UGC) has emerged as a key tool in the digital marketing landscape, offering brands a genuine and engaging way to connect with their target audiences.

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After 15 dead Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak declared over

Bill Marler

In the United States, the Salmonella Sundsvall outbreak linked to cantaloupe from Mexico has been declared over. The outbreaks sickened 407 people in 44 states. Six deaths were reported. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention first reported the outbreak on November 17. Of the 362 patients with information available, 158 were hospitalized. Illnesses started from Oct. 15, 2023, to Dec. 25, 2023.

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9 thought leaders reflect on what alternative protein trends to look forward to this year

GFI

January 31, 2024 Share this page on Facebook Share this page on Twitter Share this page on LinkedIn Looking ahead In 2024, we are focused on bringing increased energy and enthusiasm to the alternative protein space. Each of us who work at GFI operates from a unique vantage point across the alternative protein sector and is well-suited to catalyze meaningful change in the areas that will have the most impact.

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West Virginia bills would allow the sale of unpasteurized, raw milk

Food Safety News

Legislators in West Virginia are considering allowing expanded raw milk sales in their state. Two bills have been introduced so far this session. The first, House Bill 4911, would allow the sale of unpasteurized, raw milk as long as containers were clearly labeled as being ungraded raw milk. The bill, introduced by Delegate Michael Hornby, would also give raw milk producers immunity from civil liability related to consuming their unpasteurized products.

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Growing a Restaurant Strategically – The Keys Are Alignment, Timing and Control

Modern Restaurant Management

Ambitious restaurateurs often want to expand quickly to capitalize on initial success. However, rapid growth without an intentional strategy frequently erodes quality, culture and profits over time. Sustainable restaurant expansion requires balancing excitement with patience and perspective. There’s an art to scaling any small business intelligently.

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Lead and Chromium in Applesauce – what a damn mess

Bill Marler

Chromium and Lead in Applesauce has impacted over 400 in the US As of January 30, 2024, the FDA has reported a total Complaint/Adverse Event Report: 90. Report Date Ranges: October 17, 2023 – January 16, 2024
States with Complaint/Report: AL (1), AR (1), AZ (1), CA (1), CT (1), FL (1), GA (2), IA (1), IL (5), IN (1), KY (3), LA (4), MA (3), MD (7), MI (8), MO (3), NC (6), NE (2), NH (1), NJ (1), NM (1), NY (8), OH (3), OK (1), PA (2), SC (2), TN (3), TX (3), VA (2), WA (4), WI (2), WV (3), Unkno

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Implementing and Following Through with Highly Effective Employee Training and Education

Food Safety Magazine

In the ever-evolving world of food manufacturing, employee training and education play a pivotal role in achieving operational excellence, maintaining the highest quality standards, ensuring food safety, and establishing a robust food safety culture within an organization.

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Norwegian firm found to have sold unfit-to-eat salmon

Food Safety News

A Norwegian company has revealed that it sold frozen salmon for several years, which was not suitable for human consumption. Findings come from an internal investigation by the board of Pure Norwegian Seafood (PNS) into suspected irregularities in the sale of frozen salmon. Prior regulatory inspections, controls, and audits had not discovered the issues.

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Revolutionizing Restaurant Operations with Advanced Networking Solutions

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant industry is transforming significantly, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and a competitive market landscape. Restaurants are no longer just about the food – they are about the complete dining experience, which includes ambiance, service speed, and personalized interaction. The need for innovation and efficiency has never been greater in this evolving scenario.

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A Fresh Approach to Health & Wellness

Fresh Ideas

If you made new year’s resolutions to form new habits or behaviors, you’re probably finding out that it’s difficult to stick with new, presumably positive lifestyle changes. You’re trying to exercise more, but you just can’t seem to make time to go to the gym. You’re trying to be more mindful about what you eat, but you just don’t know where to start.

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Study Examines Inactivation of Listeria by Hydrogen Peroxide in Commercial Cheese Brines

Food Safety Magazine

A recent study evaluated the effect of brine pH, salt level, storage temperature, and use of hydrogen peroxide to kill Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus , salt-tolerant pathogens known to contaminate cheese brine.

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Final tally shows nine dead in Canada from Salmonella outbreak traced to cantaloupe

Food Safety News

Canadian officials have posted their final update on a Salmonella outbreak traced to cantaloupe, adding two deaths to the toll. There were 190 laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella Soahanina, Sundsvall, Oranienburg, and Newport illnesses associated with the nationwide outbreak. Sixty-eight patients were hospitalized, and nine died. Recalls for Malichita and Rudy brand cantaloupe from Mexico began in November.

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2024 Outlook: Glass Half Full? 

Modern Restaurant Management

It’s a common assumption that past performance is the best predictor of future behavior, but the last few years have been anything but common. Quick-service restaurants (QSRs) rode the wave of unprecedented consumer behavior shifts and the successes and challenges it brought along. So, what can the QSR industry expect in 2024? Looking back at last quarter’s performance suggests the glass is proverbially half full.

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Countertop Griddle

The Restaurant Warehouse

Atosa Griddle A countertop griddle is an indispensable part of many restaurant kitchens. In fact, it’s the main piece of cooking equipment in many diners, burger joints, and steak shops! Often called a flattop grill or flattop griddle, countertop griddles come in a variety of sizes, griddle plate thicknesses, and materials. Electric Griddle In this blog, we’ll go over some of the factors involved with choosing the perfect griddle.

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Glamorous Silversands Grand Anse Introduces Silversands Beach House Grenada

Hospitality Net

Opened on 1st February 2024, Silversands Beach House Grenada - sister property to the glamorous Silversands Grand Anse and the brand’s latest endeavour in the Caribbean - is set to further cement Grenada’s status as the go-to Caribbean island this year.

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Campaign for a ban on certain food additives moves on to Illinois after California victory

Food Safety News

The two non-governmental organizations, with a joint project to trim the number of food additives in candy, soda, and other food items, are moving into a second year in a second state. The two nationally-known consumer and environmental organizations, Consumer Reports (CR) and the Environmental Working Group (EWG), in 2023 guided Assembly Bill 418 to become law in California.

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Navigating the Future with Food Delivery Services

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant sector is at an equilibrium in an era when convenience is key and customer preferences are continuously changing. Food delivery services have not only changed the way people eat, but they have also provided restaurant operators with both obstacles and possibilities. We dig into the tremendous impact of meal delivery services in this thought leadership essay, providing fresh insights, strategic ideas, and views targeted at enhancing the restaurant industry's grasp of this trans

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Cambro’s Business of the Week: Oakhouse BBQ

the CAMBRO blog

Inspired by a longing for quality BBQ, Texas pitmaster, Chris Hunt, and his wife, Holly, decided to fill the void they were experiencing in the greater Sacramento area. With Oakhouse BBQ, Chis and Holly have created BBQ so mouthwatering that even the hate-the-wait Californians happily queue up. The love for their food is evident in the experiences they create for their customers and friends; relishing the smiles on people’s faces as they savor delicious BBQ with their loved ones.

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Integrating Online Food Ordering Platforms: A Step-by-Step Approach for Restaurants

The Foody Gram

Are you still relying on phone orders or third-party services for your restaurant deliveries? Make the switch to The Foody Gram's online food ordering system and experience a seamless process, cost savings, and an expanded online customer base. The best part? We don't charge any commission fees, ensuring faster payments directly to your bank account.

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CDC says the Listeria outbreak linked to peaches is over, with one dead

Food Safety News

A multi-year outbreak of Listeria infections traced to peaches, nectarines, and plums has been declared over by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In its final update, the CDC reported that the seven-state outbreak had sickened 11 people and killed one. One of the patients was pregnant and went into pre-term labor. All of the patients except one were hospitalized.

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Protecting Your Restaurant Against a Data Breach

Modern Restaurant Management

It doesn’t seem uncommon to hear about security breaches from large corporations like Chick-fil-A to Chipotle to Pizza Hut. However, data breaches can happen to restaurant chains and small eateries alike. Nearly half of cyber-attacks target small businesses and 60% of small companies go out of business after experiencing a significant attack. The annual Data Privacy Day on January 28 and Data Privacy Week on January 21-27 this year (with 2022 marking the first occurrence) is a national eff

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Managing Food Safety Risks with Apples

MSU Agrifood Safety Produce Bites

This episode features Faith Critzer, Associate Professor at the University of Georgia studying fresh produce in the realm of food safety, and Phil Tocco, On-Farm Produce Safety Educator at MSU Extension. They talk about all of the surfaces apples touch from the time they are picked off the tree until they get to the grocery store and how to keep these surfaces clean.

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Reinventing Grab-and-Go Hotel Markets with Modulite Modular Shelving System

Rosseto

The hospitality industry has seen a seismic shift in guest expectations and preferences in recent years. Gen Y and Gen Z, now making up over half of hotel guests, are leading the change with their distinct lifestyle choices and prioritization of experiences over material possessions. One growing trend among these populations is the demand for quick, healthy, and convenient options — enter grab-and-go hotel markets.

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Outbreak of Campylobacter infections traced to raw milk spurs state warning

Food Safety News

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is warning consumers to immediately discard all Conoco View Dairy raw milk sold or dropped off in certain counties because of reports of campylobacter infections. The unpasteurized, raw milk was sold in Cumberland, Juniata, Perry, Snyder, and York Counties, and delivered direct to homes or drop-off points in Cumberland, Dauphin, Juniata, and Perry Counties.