Fri.Oct 06, 2023

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IoT Is Revolutionizing The Way Restaurants Operate and Manage Food Safety

Modern Restaurant Management

IoT has become an indispensable tech solution for the restaurant industry. Integrating IoT devices and connectivity drives efficiency, enhances food safety, mitigates risks, increases transparency, reduces waste, and provides many other benefits for restaurants. In fact, leveraging IoT is revolutionizing the sector by optimizing supply chain management, enhancing the customer experience, and facilitating data-driven decision-making.

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Cayuga Hospitality Consultants announce their annual conference for 2023

eHotelier

Cayuga Hospitality Consultants, the acclaimed network of hospitality professionals, is thrilled to announce their much-anticipated annual conference. This event is scheduled to run from November 12th to 14th, 2023, at the Marriott Dallas/Plano Legacy Town Center.

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Chicago to Phase Out Tipped Minimum Wage

EATER

Mayor Brandon Johnson keeps a campaign process and works with progressives and One Fair Wage to rid the city of the tipped minimum wage.

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How three emerging restaurant operators are finding wins

Nation's Restaurant News

Hi and welcome to Extra Serving, a Nation’s Restaurant News podcast. I’m your host, Holly Petre. Today is a very special episode. You won’t hear a conversation between me and my cohosts.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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A Sweet and Sour Cabbage Soup Recipe From a Legendary Chicago Cafe

EATER

Carolina Rodriguez/Phaidon In Jason Hammel’s new “The Lula Cafe Cookbook,” soup tells a story and warms the soul Jason Hammel has told the story of how he started the Lula Cafe so many times, it verges on legend. It would take a worldwide pandemic for him to finally write it down. Now, 24 years after the restaurant — considered one of Chicago’s finest — first opened, The Lula Cafe Cookbook: Collected Recipes and Stories is finally here.

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Survey: Boston priciest U.S. city for hotel stays

Hotel Business

Boston is the most expensive city in the U.S. for hotel accommodation, according to a new survey by Cheaphotels.org. The survey compared hotel rates across 50 U.S. destinations during October 2023—the month when hotel prices in most American cities tend to be at their highest. Only centrally located hotels with a 3-star rating or more were considered for the survey.

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IHCL Plans New Skill Centres in Partnership with Head Held High Foundation

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced its partnership with Head Held High (HHH), India’s foremost non-profit driving youth transformation, women empowerment and economic empowerment in rural communities across India.

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OTAs or Hotel Direct Bookings: How to Optimize for ROI

Revenue Hub

There’s a battle raging. And it’s raged for decades. NB: This is an article from Revinate Ever since the introduction of online travel agencies (OTAs) in the ‘90s, hoteliers have struggled to achieve the optimal distribution mix between OTAs and hotel direct bookings. Some even perfected it. But then the pandemic happened. And everything changed. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date In the wake of it, ongoing staffing shortages, volatile inflation rates, and crumbling third-par

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The Iconic & Historic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel to Undergo $180 Million Renovation

Hospitality Net

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection, Hawaiʻi Islandʻs most iconic and historic resort, announces a $180-million renovation in 2024 that will signal the evolution of its offerings for today’s sophisticated travelers - while preserving its remarkable heritage and timelessness that has captivated guests since Laurance S. Rockefeller opened the resort in 1965.

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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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Why Customer Acquisition Costs (CAC) Matter for Hotels

Revenue Hub

Customer acquisition costs (CAC) are more or less what they sound like – how much money it costs to bring in a new guest. NB: This is an article from WebRezPro OTA commissions, transaction fees, loyalty programs, advertising campaigns, and sales and marketing personnel all contribute to the cost of acquiring new customers. But why is knowing this important, and how do you measure it?

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Tara Investments Celebrates Construction Milestone of New Canopy and Homewood Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch Hotels

Hospitality Net

Canopy Hotel to Bring 181 New Rooms and Homewood Suites Hotel to Bring 152 New Rooms to Downtown Nashville and The Gulch Neighborhood.

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Do Hotel Leaders Understand Difference Between Hospitality and Guest Service?

Revenue Hub

I think there are a lot of leaders, including some with decades of experience that work at top-tier companies, who do not fully understand the difference between “hospitality” and “guest service.” I often hear these terms used interchangeably, yet while they are related, and while guest satisfaction requires both, they are fundamentally different concepts.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Hotel Indigo and Holiday Inn Express properties in Budapest at EXPO Real 2023

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies and WING, a leading property development and investment group in Central Europe, are proud to announce the signing of Hotel Indigo Budapest Andrassy and Holiday Inn Express Vagohid. Signed at real estate trade fair, EXPO Real 2023, both properties mark brand debuts to Hungary, demonstrating investment and growth in the premium and essentials hotel segments.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Knowland: Nashville Sees Highest Growth in Event Volume in September

Lodging Magazine Operations

ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that in September, Nashville saw the highest percent growth at 30.7 percent and Los Angeles saw 22.3 percent growth over 2022. For the top five performing markets, national associations took the lead, with healthcare, education, and weddings leading as top industry growth drivers. Nashville’s growth was stimulated by the healthcare and technology industry segments, representing 34 percent of the corporate events in the market.

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Radical Innovation Competition, Produced by The Hardy Group Announces the 2023 Finalists – Vote Now

Hospitality Net

Radical Innovation, conceptualized in 2006 by The Hardy Group, is an annual award competition that has been shifting the norm in the global hospitality industry, by recognizing excellence in design, architecture, travel, and products. The initiative challenges creative thinkers and design visionaries at the professional and student level to pioneer compelling innovations that fuel the future of hospitality.

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Watermead Guest House sold to new owners

Hotel Owner

The Watermead Guest House in Chard, Somerset has been sold to Gary Birch and Jamie Tillotson. Watermead Guest House has been owned and run by David and Trudy Cole since 1997 and was placed up for sale once they decided it was time to retire. The property has been sold for an undisclosed amount but the guide price was set at £799,950. The hotel offers nine letting bedrooms, with eight ensuite rooms and one with private facilities.

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Apple’s iOS17 Release: Introduction to Link Tracking Protection (LTP) and its impact on email deliverability

Hospitality Net

Two years ago, Apple released iOS15 and disrupted the email marketing world with Mail Privacy Protection (MPP). That happened in September of 2021, and to this day we are still working with clients to shift their mindset on email “engagement.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Tewkesbury Park appoints new restaurant and bars manager

Hotel Owner

Tewkesbury Park has appointed Roberto Sanzo as its new restaurant and bars manager. Hailing from the city of Rome, it said Sanzo brings with him a “wealth of culinary expertise”, having honed his skills at “renowned” establishments such as the Sofitel and the globally acclaimed De Russie in Rome. The McIntosh family acquired Tewkesbury Park in 2014 and undertook a complete renovation and restoration project – transforming the site into a new hotel, golf and leisure resort.

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How to choose a CRM for my hotel: 7 things to consider

Hospitality Net

In this digital era, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems are becoming increasingly important for hotels to manage their guest data, their communications and especially to enhance the guest experience with the use of personalisation.

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Today’s news in brief – 06/10/23

Hotel Owner

The Old Palace in Chester, a historic Georgian building built in 1751, is on the market for over £4.7m. Following a multi-million-pound restoration completed in 2020, it has been transformed into an award-winning wedding and events venue with 23 ensuite bedrooms and various event spaces. The property has the potential to expand its revenue streams beyond exclusive events to include accommodation and dining.

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From a Cashier to Sommelier

Hospitality Net

In the enchanting world of hospitality, where dreams are woven into reality, one man’s remarkable journey stands out like a beacon of inspiration. Meet Seth Shelton, the shining star of Primland, where he currently holds the prestigious position of Head Waiter, sommelier From his humble beginnings as a sandwich shop cashier to ascending the ranks at Primland, Seth’s story epitomizes the power of dedication and passion in carving a successful career.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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The Old Palace in Chester brought to market for £4.7m

Hotel Owner

The Old Palace in Chester, an exclusive-use wedding and events venue set in one of the earliest Georgian buildings, has been brought to market for offers in excess of £4.7m. The property, which has a south facing location overlooking the River Dee 100 metres from the Chester city centre, was built in 1751 for Samuel Peploe, the Bishop of Chester. Following a multi-million-pound restoration and refurbishment project which was completed in 2020, this Grade II-listed property has been reimagined a

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Guide to hotel fees and surcharges for hotels

Hospitality Net

Hotel fees encompass a range of extra charges guests may pay for amenities and services. However, they are more than just additional charges on a guest’s bill. They can also be strategic revenue boosters that can significantly elevate your hotel’s profitability.

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Cadbury House appoints new general manager

Hotel Owner

Cadbury House has recently appointed Gareth Ireland as the new general manager where he will take control of the day-to-day running of the hotel, house and Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill. With over 20 years’ experience in the hospitality sector, Ireland who was previously general manager at the Aztec Hotel & Spa in North Bristol, is now looking forward to consolidating the venue’s position, with ambitions to make it one of the best in the UK.

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Implementing sustainability in service organizations: A complex puzzle

Hospitality Net

In the wake of the 2015 Paris accord and a global push for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, service organizations are at a crossroads. Countries and industries across the globe, including the EU, the US, Japan, and Korea, have committed to significant reductions in CO2 emissions by 2030. Corporate giants like Microsoft, Moderna, Amazon, Royal Caribbean Cruises, McDonald’s, and United Airlines have made bold commitments towards sustainability.

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Optimize Restaurant Operations With the Right Payroll & HCM Services

Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, crucial for maintaining staff morale. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.