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Revolutionizing Dining: The Future of AI in the Restaurant Industry

Modern Restaurant Management

When people think of the way AI is currently used in quick service restaurants – such as fast-food chains – they might think of AI-powered voice bots utilized at drive-thrus or AI tools to forecast inventory needs based on demand. AI-based technology can be an incredibly valuable resource for the restaurant industry when utilized properly.

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Plunging Food Startup VC Funding + More Top Food Innovation News

Food + Tech Connect

Image Credit: Meati Foods Every week we track the business, tech and investment trends in CPG, retail, restaurants, agriculture, cooking and health, so you don’t have to. Here are some of this week’s top headlines. VC funding for the food and beverage industry is facing a steep decline. Over the past year, both the amount of money raised and the number of deals have significantly dropped compared to the previous year, the impact of which is being felt deeply by all startups.

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How to Create an Inventory Count Sheet for Your Restaurant

Sculpture Hospitality

If you own or manage a restaurant, you know how important it is to keep track of inventory. It's crucial to have an accurate count of your supplies so that you can order more when you need it, avoid waste, and keep your costs under control.

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Student portrait - from army leadership to hospitality excellence

Hospitality Net

Emilien Dombele’s journey at EHL has exceeded his expectations with its international atmosphere and strong sense of community. With a diverse background and work experience in banking and the Swiss army, Emilien wanted to challenge himself and explore his passion for managing people. Emilien has formed deep connections with his fellow students, creating a vibrant student portrait that celebrates diversity and fosters personal growth.

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Managing Risk: Prevent Foodborne Illness, Protect Your Restaurant

Modern Restaurant Management

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , an estimated 48 million Americans get sick each year from a foodborne illness. Of those, 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die. The worst part is, this type of illness is largely preventable Restaurant owners and operators need to take active steps to prevent foodborne illness from coming out of their kitchens.

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Voice AI delivers more efficient, scalable restaurant operations

Fast Casual

As restaurants struggle with labor gaps and operational hurdles created by a shortened staff with increased responsibilities, voice AI solutions can help address this issue

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Celebrates Groundbreaking

Hospitality Net

Construction has officially started on Ottawa’s newest tourism and entertainment destination, the future Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa. A groundbreaking ceremony, with guests using Hard Rock’s legendary guitar-handled shovels, was held on June 6 at the Rideau Carleton Casino, Future Hard Rock where it will host the new state-of-the-art facility.

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On World Food Safety Day, Here’s How Internet of Things Solutions Can Help

Modern Restaurant Management

In the food services industry, safety is paramount to protect customers, brand reputation, and, ultimately, profits. Food that is not stored or handled properly can result in serious, even deadly, illnesses. In fact, the World Health Organization reports that on average, 1,600,000 people get sick each day due to unsafe food. That’s why World Food Safety Day aims to promote food safety globally and celebrate the efforts being made to prevent foodborne illness.

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Kelly’s Roast Beef CEO learns 4 lessons from rebranding

Fast Casual

Neil Newcomb, CEO of Kelly’s Roast Beef Franchising, offers insight into successfully rebranding a restaurant company.

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5 Easy Food Safety Basics

MenuTrinfo

5 Food Safety Basics by MenuTrinfo’s Team In our industry, ensuring the food safety of our facilities we visit is imperative. From farm to fork, every step of the food production process must adhere to strict good manufacturing practice guidelines to prevent food-borne illness and allergic reactions. Maintaining a high level of cleanliness and organization is paramount in food preparation and manufacturing facilities and high standards of personal hygiene is required!

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Green Ambassadors plant new forest: 25hours Hotels put the year 2023 under the topic of sustainability

Hospitality Net

By the end of 2024, all 25hours Hotels are to receive a sustainability certification from an external institute. The course for this has been set since 2022 with various initiatives. For example, the hotel group cooperates with tree planting projects to contribute to the preservation of global biodiversity and to invest saved resources sensibly. New concepts in the food and beverage sector are aimed at increasing regional and organic offerings.

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Opening a Restaurant: Steps to Take and Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Modern Restaurant Management

Business owners must know the risks and potential pitfalls involved in setting up a new restaurant so their investment is protected. They have to adhere to a set of common guidelines to ensure their business hits the ground running. Conduct Market Research Market research helps you define your business purpose. It allows entrepreneurs to gauge customer sentiment, demand, and potential competitors’ business models.

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Five Cybersecurity Tips for Every Type of Enterprise

Fast Casual

Cybersecurity remains a top priority, whether a company has its own internal security team or relies on an outsourced Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP). Partnering with a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) ensures that your business is protected. Even with an in-house IT team, an MSSP can improve security and enable growth.

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With Modulite Mobile Shelving System – Grab and Go Is the Way to Go

Rosseto

In a world that’s constantly on the move, speed and convenience have taken center stage in the food industry. Consumers crave fast, easy, and flexible solutions to their hectic lifestyles. The industry has responded, and one trend that has gained significant traction is the ‘grab and go’ concept. In this article, we delve into this evolving trend and introduce you to an innovative product – Modulite from Rosseto.

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Two Easy Ways to Increase Your Hotel’s Security and Compliance

Hospitality Net

In honor of National Safety Month in June, we wanted to share a couple of proven ways for keeping your hotel staff safe on the job and protecting your bottom line from fraudsters.

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How to Improve Formulation Accuracy and Labeling Compliance with Genesis Supplements | ESHA Research

FoodLogiQ

The dietary supplement industry is on a rapid trajectory for growth , especially as health-conscious consumers focus more on self-care trends and their dietary choices. But as the industry grows, so does the regulatory oversight that keeps the industry in check. Dietary supplements require the use of Supplement Fact panels to notify customers of what is contained within the supplement, as well as appropriate dosage and other elements.

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The State of the Science on Alternative Proteins: January through May 2023

GFI

August 4, 2023 Share this page on Facebook Share this page on Twitter Share this page on LinkedIn US and UK governments make bold moves in support of alternative protein R&D Following our highlights in the previous State of the Science we are continuing to see positive signals from governments around the world regarding support for alternative protein research.

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Ready to scale your restaurant? Ask these 3 questions first

Fast Casual

Uday Ahuja, chief investment officer of RSE, whose portfolio includes, Bluestone Lane, Magnolia Bakery, Fuku, Momofuku Orchard, Milk Bar and Drone Racing League, shares what investors want in a restaurant partner.

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Phuket Hotels Association Empowers Thai Hospitality Executives With Third Cornell University Scholarship

Hospitality Net

The Phuket Hotels Association, a non-profit organisation representing 88 of the island’s top hotels and resorts, is delighted to announce the latest recipient of its scholarship for talented Thai hospitality executives, as part of its long-term strategy to elevate hotel leadership in Phuket.Under a collaboration between Phuket Hotels Association and Cornell University, one highly promising team member from a hotel or resort in Phuket is offered a scholarship to Cornell’s annual General Managers

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Plant Cell Culture: A Revolutionary Approach in the AgriFoodTech Landscape

Forward Fooding

Courtesy Chi Botanic As science and technology continue to break ground in the agricultural space, plant cell culture, which has been used for decades across a number of industries including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food, is emerging as a promising new frontier in finding sustainable ingredient alternatives to conventional agriculture. It is characterized by the cultivation of plant cells under sterile, controlled conditions to produce a variety of agriculturally relevant products.

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More Consumers Looking for Smart Plastic Alternatives

NewPoint Marketing

Why Plastic Alternatives? Plastic was considered a technological miracle for many decades. This material is used for practically everything imaginable, from the packaging of food to the pipes that run through our walls since it is ridiculously inexpensive, simple, and easy to create while still maintaining its flexibility and durability. Although plastic is still inexpensive […] The post More Consumers Looking for Smart Plastic Alternatives appeared first on NewPoint Marketing.

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Remember: your small action results in big gains

Food Recovery Network

It’s been four months since the momentum of the Super Bowl helped bring the work of Food Recovery Network into the homes of millions of people thanks to a live CNN interview, CNN news article , and other media coverage*. FRN’s message is clear and simple: 1) there are 26 million tons of food that goes to waste each year at the farm and institutional level that could instead go into communities facing food insecurity; 2) there are 34 million people right now who are unnecessarily facing food inse

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JW Marriott Mexico City unveils newly renovated guest rooms and suites

Hospitality Net

JW Marriott Mexico City, nestled in the heart of Mexico City’s prestigious Polanco District is pleased to share the completed renovations of its guest rooms and suites, the first phase of an ongoing total property transformation. The new rooms, which underwent a full refurbishment and modernization, have been designed to ensure the iconic hotel continues to meet the needs of today’s most discerning local and international luxury travelers.

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Planting Seeds for Fresh Foods

Fresh Ideas

Farm-to-table is a popular social movement that promotes using local ingredients to produce the food we consume at home, in restaurants, and inside our dining halls. At Fresh Ideas, we do not just talk about the latest food trends; instead, we put new and innovative food service practices to work when they benefit our guests, much like farm-to-table food production.

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Food and Beverage Consulting for Hire

NewPoint Marketing

As a food brand marketing or sales director, it often feels as if your job can be summed up in three words: “Growth, growth, growth.” That’s a seemingly straightforward objective. But, as you know, behind it lies a migraine-inducing amount of complexity. Growth can come from a myriad of strategies: marketing refinements, brand premiumization, increased […] The post Food and Beverage Consulting for Hire appeared first on NewPoint Marketing.

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Fruit and Veggie Safety: Making the Most of Your Fresh Produce

FoodInsight

June 7 marks World Food Safety Day and IFIC celebrates each year by considering how our food-supply chain can improve its safety—a critical part of our everyday nutrition and wellness. Consumers can play an active role in keeping themselves safe by practicing safe food handling— especially with fruit and vegetable consumption. This time of year, many of us are enjoying the variety of fruits and vegetables warm weather brings and being sure to consume plentiful fruits and vegetables every day hel

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Mondrian Singapore Duxton introduces Provocateurs Welcome, a short film capturing the heart and soul of life more Mondrian

Hospitality Net

How do you capture the mood, the mantra and the ethos of a hotel experience set to break new ground in art-forward cool when you haven’t even opened your doors? How do you distill the flavour of your friends in Singapore’s most happening, IYKYK neighbourhood?Turns out you make a movie. Well, a short film. Mondrian Singapore Duxton introduces Provocateurs Welcome, the spirit of what we are all about.

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Shipping Hours

Hygiena

Your Content Goes Here Important Update on Hygiena’s Yearly Inventory Process for 2023 Hygiena® will carry out its yearly inventory on specific days and in several global locations over the coming weeks. To reduce potential delays and ensure production continues to run at its best, here are the [.] The post Shipping Hours appeared first on Hygiena.

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Food Safety Day June 7 2023

Food Safety Experts

Every year, we globally celebrate an official Food Safety Day. This year, on June 7, 2023, the focus is on Standards. During a recent webinar, Kitty Appels and Bruno Sechet discussed several crucial changes in the standards and highlighted key points to assist you in your work. The webinar covered significant updates within various GFSI-standards and addressed anticipated challenges, providing valuable insights for audits.

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Nurturing Client Well-Being Through Person-Centered Dining

Culinary Services Group

Person-centered care is more than a theory; it’s an approach that prioritizes the dignity, autonomy, and well-being of people, recognizing their inherent worth and value as people. While this philosophy applies to people of all ages, it’s especially relevant for older adults. Through the physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that come with getting older, seniors are more likely to experience challenges with their identity and independence.

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Eco hometel brand expands its portfolio with room2 Belfast opening at the end of summer 2023

Hospitality Net

Real estate investor and developer Lamington Group is adding to its pioneering eco hometel brand with the exciting opening of room2 Belfast, the fourth outpost, and first property outside England, set to open later this summer.

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