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What Restaurants Need to Know About HOCI

Modern Restaurant Management

Food Safety Specialist Francine L. Shaw sat down with Morten Larsen, CEO & Founder of EcoloxTech to discuss the use of Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) in restaurants and food service. Why is it so important for restaurants and other food businesses to be aware of – and use – HOCI as a disinfectant and sanitizer? Well, as you know, restaurants and other food brands must prioritize food safety every day, with every shift.

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3 Free Restaurant Templates to Save You Money

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You're always crunched for time and your to-do lists never end. Sound familiar? When you run a restaurant, you need to get things done — not worry about whether they're done properly. That's why we created free templates to help you manage your restaurant team. Customize them to match your needs and save time — so that you can focus on the important things.

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Why Eater Readers Chose Milwaukee as One of 2024’s Hottest Dining Cities

EATER

Octopus at Lupi & Iris. | Lupi & Iris Eater asked readers which U.S. city belongs in our Where to Eat in 2024 package. Here are comments from a few of the voters who helped Milwaukee win the competition When Eater asked readers to vote for the next hot dining destination in the U.S., a dining scene that could sit alongside some of the world’s greatest food cities on the ultimate 2024 bucket list, they resoundingly chose Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Farewell to a Master Chef: I’m Dreaming of a David Bouley Souffle

Modern Restaurant Management

In this tribute to David Bouley, who died February 12 from a heart attack at age 70., the author credits Bouley with making four-star cuisine free of pretention and relatable for non-foodies. I’ve never been a foodie, but in the late 1980s and 90s I was a restaurant gadabout, thanks to an extended gig as publicist for the Zagat Survey guides, which exposed me to some of New York’s finer eateries and uber-chefs.

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

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Girl Scout Cookies

EATER

Mariah Tauger / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Plus, an unimpeachable ranking of the best cookie flavors In 2024, Girl Scout Cookies have fully staked their place in the American culinary zeitgeist. Whether you’re a Samoas fan or a Thin Mint devotee, nearly everyone is happy to shell out as much as $6 to score a box of their favorite Girl Scout cookie — and support a longstanding organization that benefits girls across the country (not to mention argue endlessly about what cookie is truly Th

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In Salvador, Brazil, Chefs Rethink the Food of the Gods

EATER

Acarajé, vatapá, peppers, crispy dried shrimp, fried pititinga. | Leonardo Freire The foods of Candomblé, an Afro Brazilian faith, have long filled Salvador’s streets. Now the religion’s foodways are shaping the city’s most ambitious restaurants, bringing focus to the status of historical Afro Brazilian cuisine Many of the dishes at Dona Mariquita are easily recognizable to anyone familiar with the cuisine of Salvador, the capital city of Brazil’s Bahia state where the restaurant opened in 2006.

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Second Tempo by Hilton debuts

Hotel Business

HRI Hospitality and Hilton have opened the 306-room Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown, the second property nationally to open from Hilton’s new contemporary lifestyle brand. Developed and owned by HRI Hospitality and operated by HRI’s operating company, HRI Lodging, the property is half a block from Broadway. The hotel features more than 9,500 sq. ft. of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, a 1,000-sq.

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The Wine Aeration Industrial Complex Will Not Rest

EATER

The undying obsession with letting wine “breathe” has moved beyond dedicated gadgets to recruit everything from milk frothers to Vitamixes.

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Select Registry Adds 22 Lodging Properties To Its Portfolio

Hospitality Net

Since 1972, Select Registry has curated a portfolio of quality-assured and handpicked properties representing the gold standard in craft hospitality. 22 properties were welcomed into membership in 2023. These 22 new members represent independent properties across the U.S. from 14 different states and one new member in Canada.

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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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3 Free Restaurant Templates to Save You Money

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Restaurant Templates & Management Spreadsheets When running a restaurant, you're always crunched for time and your to-do lists never end. You need to get things done–not worry about whether things are being done properly or not. When it comes to employee scheduling, timesheets, and performance reviews, maybe you've got someone who's handled things so long no one else knows exactly how to do what they do (tribal knowledge is risky!).

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2024 Total Solar Eclipse: How Will Hotel Performance Compare to 2017?

Revenue Hub

In early-April 2024, a Total Solar Eclipse will once again pass over cities across North America and drive an influx of spectators in need of overnight accommodations. That means a lift in hotel performance is once again on the horizon, but there are key differences from the last Total Eclipse in 2017. NB: This is an article from STR Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date With a duration of totality almost double that of the eclipse in August 2017, the number of spectators lookin

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Kasa opens latest property in Downtown Asheville

Serviced Apartments

US: Flexible accommodation operator Kasa Living has opened its latest property in Downtown Asheville, North Carolina. Located in the Charlotte Street area at 42 Furman Avenue, the 16-unit Kasa Downtown Asheville occupies a former boarding house known as Sabel Apartments. Rooms come equipped with a kitchenette and can cater to leisure and corporate travellers offering both short-term and extended stays.

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Dive into the Nitty Gritty of Metasearch Marketing

Revenue Hub

In today’s world of travel, where every trip kicks off with a simple tap on a mobile screen, think of metasearch engines as your hotel’s digital guide. These platforms act like a virtual compass, helping guests find you through the many accommodation options available online. NB: This is an article from eZee Absolute Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Metasearch engines, such as Google Hotel Ads, TripAdvisor, and Trivago act as central hubs where potential guests can effortle

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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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SMG Holding takes European lifestyle group Sircle Hospitality Group public

Hospitality Net

SMG Holding, an IPO sponsor and investor focused on the European medium-sized business sector, announces the listing of Sircle Hospitality Group, a European lifestyle hospitality group (“Sircle Hospitality Group”). Following the listing, the company has an expected market capitalization of around EUR 250 million with a total value of the hotel real estate portfolio of over EUR 400 million.

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Email Marketing Trends for 2024

Revenue Hub

Following the top email marketing trends for 2024 provides the latest techniques for engaging guests and getting the most out of your email communications. As an essential part of digital marketing for hotels, emails have the power to nurture guest relationships, generate new leads, and drive repeat business. NB: This is an article from Travelboom Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date To compete in this ever-changing, competitive channel, you’ll need not only to master the basic

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IHCL Opens Ekante Bliss – IHCL SeleQtions in The Temple City of Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Ekante Bliss, an IHCL SeleQtions branded hotel in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The city is home to the sacred shrine of Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.

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Spreading The Love: Responding to Your Hotel’s Guest Feedback

Revenue Hub

In the hotel industry, responding to reviews can seem like an odd practice if you are unfamiliar with the effects that it can have on a hotel portfolio. Review response is the foundation for a solid online hotel reputation and a comprehensive digital presence. By actively managing this crucial digital channel, hoteliers can strategically foster relationships with their hotel guests and future travelers that ultimately drive revenue.

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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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246-Key Opening for The Royal Park Brand in Nagoya, Japan

Hospitality Net

Mitsubishi Estate Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd. announces the opening of its new establishment, The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Nagoya, on Tuesday, 20th of February 2024.

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The 18 Essential Restaurants in Vorarlberg, Austria

EATER

The patio at Frööd. | Markus Gmeiner / Vorarlberg Tourismus The small state in western Austria, a hotbed of the early Alpine ski scene, has become a culinary attraction for gamey stews, cheesy noodle dishes, and fluffy pancakes In certain ski resorts like St. Moritz and Zermatt in Switzerland, and Megève in France, it seems as if international tourists rule the streets, cafes, and slopes.

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Mercure Hotels on Where to Eat in 2024

Hospitality Net

February is a whirlwind of festivities, from Chinese New Year to Mardi Gras, Valentine’s Day, and Midterm breaks, packed into its short span. With the bonus day of leap year, we’re given a brief pause to ponder a crucial question: what shall we eat this year? Fortunately, Mercure Hotels is ready to inspire guests, travelers, and anyone feeling a bit peckish, to embark on a journey of local discovery.

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The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas Undergoes Renovation

Guides: Lodging Magazine

The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas, opened its doors on Jan. 23, 2024, becoming the newest addition to The Ritz-Carlton’s collection of over 110 hotels and resorts. The property has a 38-year-old legacy in the Dallas area and is undergoing a substantial $55 million renovation following its acquisition in 2022 through a joint venture between Trinity Investments and Partners Group.

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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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IntercityHotel Bawshar Muscat opens its doors

Hospitality Net

The opening of the vibrant IntercityHotel Bawshar in Muscat marks Deutsche Hospitality’s fourth IntercityHotel branded property in the Sultanate of Oman, and the sixth IntercityHotel branded property in the Middle East. The new hotel boasts 96 cozy guest rooms and state-of-the-art amenities that offer business and leisure travelers an urban and lively experience.

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Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown Opens

Lodging Magazine

NASHVILLE—HRI Hospitality and Hilton announced the opening of the 306-room Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown, the second property nationally to open from Hilton’s new lifestyle brand. Developed and owned by HRI Hospitality and operated by HRI’s operating company, HRI Lodging, Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown is a half block from Broadway and steps from shops, restaurants, and entertainment.

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Radisson Hotel Group accelerates growth in India with 21 signings in 2023

Hospitality Net

Expanding its presence as one of the largest international hotel groups in the country, Radisson Hotel Group has accelerated its growth in India by signing 21 hotels in 2023, under its strong portfolio of nine leading brands.

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Performance Increases Yet Comparisons Remain Mixed

Lodging Magazine

WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, while year-over-year comparisons remained mixed, according to CoStar’s latest data through Feb. 10, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance February 4-10, 2024 Percentage change from the comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 56.2 percent (down 2.7 percent)ADR: $160.96 (up 6.8 percent)RevPAR: $90.40 (up 3.9 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Oahu Island saw the largest increase in occupancy (up 8.0 percent to 82.9 percent).

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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.