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More than 90% of luxury travelers want wellness

Hospitality Net

In 2025, luxury travelers are making bold demands for their health and well-being. A striking 84% of affluent individuals now expect wellness services tailored to their unique health goals. Spontaneity and personalization define the new wellness landscape, with nearly 70% booking treatments on the spot during their trips, while 78% value the ability to plan ahead.

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House Ways and Means Committee proposes cutting funding for school nutrition programs

Food Management

Also in this weeks K-12 legislative update: A handful of states have introduced universal free school meal programs, A Rhode Island bill would ban certain dyes in school meals and New Hampshire takes aim at school lunch shaming.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Staff Tips in Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

Managing staff tips in a restaurant can be a delicate balancing act. Tipping policies affect morale, teamwork, and the overall success of your establishment. Here's a detailed guide on how to navigate this important issue effectively. 1. Understand the Basics of Tip Distribution Before creating or adjusting your tipping policy, understand the typical roles involved and how tips are usually distributed: Waitstaff: Often the primary recipients of tips as they interact directly with customers.

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Scientists Suggest Climate Change May Lead to More Salmonella, Campylobacter Illnesses

Food Safety Magazine

Weather conditions associated with climate change are exacerbating the spread of Salmonella and Campylobacter , suggest researchers at the University of Surreys School of Veterinary Medicine.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

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.

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More than a Renovation: Increasing Kitchen Organization and Employee Morale

the CAMBRO blog

It can be challenging to serve an average of 110,000 meals a day using a storage room that hasnt been updated for two decades. When Mike Genco, Directorof Food and Nutritional Services at AdventHealth Ocala in Ocala, Fla., had the opportunity to make changes to the back of house, he made a list that included LED lighting, floors, table space, small wares and shelving.

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Are You a Manager or Leader? Here’s How to Tell and Why It Matters

Modern Restaurant Management

Leadership and management are terms often used interchangeably, but they’re far from the same. Each requires distinct skills and mindsets that play critical roles in a restaurant’s success. While managers excel at planning, organizing, and maintaining day-to-day stability, leaders inspire, innovate, and challenge the status quo to drive change.

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EU Regulation Limits PFAS in Food Packaging, Bans Single-Use Plastic Packaging for Produce

Food Safety Magazine

Newly published Regulation (EU) 2025/40, also known as the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), limits per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging, bans single-use plastics for most produce, sets requirements for single-use containers in foodservice, and makes other changes to EU plastic food packaging rules.

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Hyatt’s Newest Inclusive Collection Brand Expands with Plans for Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt has entered into a management agreement with Anacaona de Inversiones for a new Hyatt Vivid branded flagship resort in the Dominican Republic that is expected to open by year end 2025. Following the successful debut of the brand last year, Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana will be the second resort in the brand which is designed to cater to the next generation of all-inclusive travelers.

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HSUS’ College and University Protein Sustainability Scorecard seeks to provide transparency around plant-based goals and help to create a more sustainable future

Food Management

The Humane Society of the United States recently published its inaugural College and University Protein Sustainability Scorecard, which demonstrates how the largest self-operated higher education institutions are faring on their plant-based goals.

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Cracking the Egg Crisis: Understanding Rising Prices, Supply Chain Solutions, and Strategies for Producers

Modern Restaurant Management

The U.S. egg industry is grappling with a crisis that has sent shockwaves through the food supply chain. Prices have surged to unprecedented levels, driven by a combination of disease outbreaks, increased production costs, and regulatory changes. These challenges not only impact egg producers but also have significant ramifications for restaurants, retailers, and consumers alike.

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Ep. 186. Lucy Angarita: Outlining an Action Plan for FSMA 204 Compliance

Food Safety Magazine

In this episode of Food Safety Matters , we speak to Lucy Angarita of GS1 US about the challenges of, and progress made toward, compliance with FSMA 204 as the January 2026 compliance date approaches. Lucy also discusses actionable steps for companies to advance their traceability journeys.

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3 restaurant design trends taking over in 2025

Fast Casual

Trends revolve around three key pillars: elevated experiences, indoor-outdoor integration and flexibility.

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Charred Pineapple Daquiri

Food Management

This refreshing drink dips into two major trends predicted by McCormick for Chefs in 2025: Tropical flavors and charred items.

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‘Broad, One-Size-Fits-All Messaging Has Been Replaced by Tailored Campaigns that Resonate with Specific Audiences’

Modern Restaurant Management

Marketing agency Thought For Food & Son has been doing a lot more than just think about food for 20 years. While the family-owned and operated firm has evolved from a public relations boutique into a full-service digital and design agency, their main vision has remained: helping food companies tell their stories and connect with the right audiences. “The past 20 years have been an incredible journey, and I’m so proud of how our family business has grown and evolved,” said A

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W Maldives To Unveil A Bold New Era Of Island Luxury With Grand Reopening In March 2025

Hospitality Net

W Maldives, the iconic luxury resort nestled in the North Ari Atoll, is set to welcome guests back on 1st March 2025 with a bold, full-scale transformation that redefines the island escape. After nearly two decades as a trailblazer in luxury Maldivian hospitality, the resort will reopen with an entirely reimagined design and elevated guest experience that combines Ws signature free spirit with the islands natural splendour.

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How to Open a Cafe: 12-Step Guide to Starting a Cafe Business

FoodDocs

Discover how to open a cafe using our 12-step process, the critical things you need to start your cafe business and how to stay compliant with food safety.

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Black Pepper Date Cocktail

Food Management

McCormick for Chefs predicts "unpredictable" as one of its flavor trends for 2025. Based on that idea, this black pepper-date cocktail totally checks out!

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ColorPoint: Serving Up a Comeback

LTI, Inc.

Blog | January 27, 2025 LTI is thrilled to reintroduce ColorPoint, the modular fiberglass counter solution that first made waves in 1983. ColorPoint fiberglass modular serving counters are a colorful, time-proven, and durable offering. Built with timeless toughness out of virtually indestructible fiberglass and available in hundreds of colors, ColorPoint will hold its brilliance for decades to come.

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University Lodging Revenue Enhancement with the Growing Demand for Longevity, Health, and Well-being Solutions

Hospitality Net

University campuses are located on some of the most attractive and visually appealing real estate across the U. S. and the world. These campuses serve as a welcoming retreat and provide a large, picturesque landscape, where these natural settings surrounding college campuses may be scarce for private development purposes.

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A Guide to the Codex Alimentarius Commission & HACCP Guidelines

FoodDocs

The Codex Alimentarius is a compilation of internationally recognized standards for food. Discover what the Codex Alimentarius guidelines are in this guide.

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Marketing Bites: How Panda Express crafts an authentic Lunar New Year campaign

Food Management

The countrys largest Asian dining chain says it has a duty to mark the event each year. This year, that includes outreach to homesick college kids, a short film and more.

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Discussing Tipping Culture

Modern Restaurant Management

The Financial Diet does a deep dive into the history of tipping in the United States, discussing the nuances of the current tipping culture.

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Hyatt Evolves Brand Portfolios, Continues Growth Momentum with Record Pipeline of Approximately 138,000 Rooms

Hospitality Net

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced a record pipeline of approximately 138,000 rooms as of year-end 2024, alongside a strategic brand realignment designed to enhance owner returns and accelerate growth. By evolving its brand architecture into five distinct portfolios Luxury, Lifestyle, Inclusive, Classics and Essentials Hyatt is better positioned to serve the unique needs of its guests, customers, and owners, while aligning expertise and resources to deliver exceptional value.

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Which is an Approved Method of Thawing Frozen Food? How to Thaw Frozen Food

FoodDocs

Give your food handlers confidence when it comes to knowing which is the proper thawing procedure for frozen food. Plus how to easily monitor temperatures!

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The Finely Pruned Cocktail

Food Management

With bright notes of lemon and a burst of pear-prune shrub, this cocktail from Hawks Public House and California Prunes gives us a glimpse into early spring.

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It's 'peanut butter jelly time' at Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit

Fast Casual

Hundreds of restaurant execs will kick off the annual summit by making over 2,000 sandwiches to help feed those in need in South Carolina.

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Beverage-Air, Victory Welcome New GM

Foodservice Equipment Reports

Welbilt has promoted Korey Brownlee to the position of general manager of Beverage-Air and Victory Refrigeration, effective immediately. He’ll report directly to Oscar Villa, group president at Welbilt. Brownlee joined the Beverage-Air and Victory procurement team in April 2018 as a senior buyer.

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Displaying Food on Ice: When You Display Food in Ice the Food Must What?

FoodDocs

Learn how to properly display food on ice and ensure the proper cold holding temperatures to prevent bacterial growth and maintain freshness.

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At Northern Illinois University, a serving of rice comes with a side of sustainability

Food Management

The dining team partnered with Cahokia Rice Farm to bring its high-protein rice to NIU residential dining halls and the Qdoba on campus.

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Geo-Based Hotel Pricing: A Bold Revenue Strategy or an Ethical Quagmire?

Hospitality Net

A recent discussion on Hospitality Nets World Panel has reignited the debate over whether differentiating hotel pricing based on a travelers geographic location is a prudent revenue management strategy or an ethically fraught practice. The conversation stems from research suggesting that several major OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) appear to offer higher rates to users in more affluent regionsmost notably the San Francisco Bay Areacompared to those in less affluent cities like Phoenix or Kansas C