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Marler Clark files First Lawsuit against Daily Harvest in New York Federal Court

Bill Marler

We have been retained by nearly 100 individuals who have suffered nearly identical symptoms – liver and gall bladder disfunction with exceeding abnormal liver function. Many have been hospitalized, undergoing numerous tests and procedures, including surgery. GENERAL ALLEGATIONS. The 2022 Outbreak Linked to Daily Harvest French Lentil + Leek Bowls 3.1 According to the U.S.

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Five Reasons Why QR Code Menus Aren’t Going Away

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant customers do everything from their phones. They may have discovered you from an Eater article, booked their reservation through OpenTable, or located you via Google Maps, and they will surely review their experience on Yelp — whether positive or negative — when their meal is complete. It’s not shocking that many restaurants are keeping with the COVID-bred tradition of QR code menus long after the CDC’s more conservative guidelines have softened.

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How to Drive More Takeout Orders at Your Chinese Restaurant

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Chinese food is often synonymous with takeout. People love to order and enjoy Chinese food in their homes. Most Chinese restaurants know this and shape … How to Drive More Takeout Orders at Your Chinese Restaurant Read More ». The post How to Drive More Takeout Orders at Your Chinese Restaurant appeared first on iPad Point of Sale System for Restaurants, Bars & More.

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5 Kitchen Supply Items Your Restaurant Needs

Lit Supply

If you’re opening a new restaurant, there are many things to consider. One of the most crucial elements for restaurants is kitchen equipment. The equipment helps ensure your employees can prep, bake, cook and execute all other tasks day in and day out. When you’re starting, you won’t hire many employees, meaning you need the best kitchen equipment to offer the best services.

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When did Daily Harvest first learn that its French Lentil + Leek Crumbles were causing Liver Failure?

Bill Marler

On April 28, 2022, Daily Harvest announced the launch of Crumbles, a versatile plant-based crumble made entirely from real ingredients like lentils, nuts, seeds, and vegetables. Of note, some “influencers” received the product earlier and became part of the statistics of the hundreds with severe liver disfunction. A key question is when Daily Harvest was made aware of the mounting illness.

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F&B Brand App Growth (Infographic)

Modern Restaurant Management

Today’s restaurant brands have to bridge the physical and digital divide, providing quality food and customer service while also meeting the needs of a digital-first world. When it comes to evaluating their mobile apps, a recent study by Digital Turbine and Apptopia put a spotlight on apps across a variety of categories, including Food and Drink, to show how these apps performed relative to their brand strength.

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What is Cloud Kitchen Equipment? Is It Safe to Use?

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The world of kitchen equipment is changing, and it’s happening fast. We’ve all heard that tech companies are getting into the food business. And that’s a good thing! The kitchen industry has been stuck in the past for too long; now we’re excited to see how these innovations can improve our lives. But what exactly is going on?

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FDA says: Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled French Lentil + Leek Crumbles from Daily Harvest

Bill Marler

Key Facts. Total Adverse Illness Events: 133 Hospitalizations: 42 Deaths: 0 Last illness onset: June 21, 2022 States with Adverse Illness Events: Illnesses have been reported in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington state and Wisconsin.

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Freedom Within the Produce Safety Rule

MSU Agrifood Safety Produce Bites

In this episode, Michigan Produce Safety Technicians Landen Tetil and Micah Hutchison discuss some of the requirements (the "musts") of the Produce Safety Rule, and some creative ways that growers can go about meeting these requirements. Funding for this podcast was made possible in part by the Food and Drug Administration through grant PAR-16-137. The views expressed in the posted materials do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does

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144: Empowering Movements for the Greater Good

Eating at a Meeting

In April I re-met Gagan (Jared Levy) (he/him) after 30 years. We were both attending the Natural Products Expo where he was a multi-session speaker on how to build businesses for good that prioritize the planet and people while maximizing profit. As founder and chief creative director of marketing agency Guru, Gagan's mission is to increase joy and reduce suffering on this planet through innovative, strategic creativity for brands who are creating the most quality products in the most conscious

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Food Delivery and Service Robots: Changing Face of Restaurants Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

The development of robotics in the post pandemic scenario has changed the overall scenario for the industries, especially the restaurants industry. The prominence of food delivery and service robots has increased in the overall restaurant industry. This is owed to the uncertainties faced by the restaurants at the global level. In order to deal with these uncertainties, the top players had to work on bringing in technological advancements to survive and recover from the losses caused by the pande

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FDA appears to weigh in on the Daily Harvest Mystery Outbreak

Bill Marler

Although the FDA does not out Daily Harvest by name, over the last week I have directed over 100 people to report their illnesses to the FDA. Of note is that a recall was initiated and the only frozen food recall in the last week has been the Daily Harvest French Lentil + Leek Crumbles. Since this outbreak broke (thanks to social media – TikTok, Instagram, Twitter and various online platforms – Reddit), we have been contacted and retained by over 125 people – mainly women between the ages of 25-

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What is it in Daily Harvest’s French Lentil and Leek Crumbles that is causing liver failure?

Bill Marler

Come on internet.

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144: Empowering Movements for the Greater Good

Eating at a Meeting

In April I re-met Gagan (Jared Levy) (he/him) after 30 years. We were both attending the Natural Products Expo where he was a multi-session speaker on how to build businesses for good that prioritize the planet and people while maximizing profit. As founder and chief creative director of marketing agency Guru, Gagan's mission is to increase joy and reduce suffering on this planet through innovative, strategic creativity for brands who are creating the most quality products in the most conscious

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Diving Deeper with Guest Data Through Direct Ordering

Modern Restaurant Management

With close to two-thirds (63 percent) of Americans now ordering takeout at least once a month , and most of this group ordering online, restaurants are looking for unique ways to win guests through digital channels. The secret to success on these platforms, however, lies less in the unique new dishes restaurants promote but rather in the customer data they are able to collect.

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Seven Common Challenges Food Delivery Software Can Solve

Modern Restaurant Management

Across every business, it has become imperative to incorporate technology into operations. Within the F&B sector, the pandemic has spurred the rise in online deliveries, prompting restaurants to upgrade their legacy systems, as a means of meeting customer demands. Whether we speak about a traditional restaurant, a chain of Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), or dark kitchens, there is a strong need to set up a website or app to accept consumer orders or collaborate with third-party carriers fo