As 2021 draws to a close, food and restaurant experts are making their predictions for the trends that will shape the way we eat in the coming year. This past year was another difficult one for restaurants as the pandemic continues to stir up uncertainty around everything from safety protocols to supply chains. Some of… read more
The US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced two months ago that it was launching a stronger effort to reduce Salmonella illnesses associated with poultry products. “We’re doing this because for 20 years there has been a decrease in production contamination, without a corresponding decrease in illnesses,” said Sandra Eskin,… read more
The line separating restaurants and grocery stores further blurred during the pandemic. Without dining rooms full of customers, many restaurants embraced the general store model and began selling gourmet items, produce, and sauces. Meanwhile, traditional grocers enjoyed record profits with the general public cooking more at home after doctors told them to avoid restaurants to… read more
There is no shortage of pizza lovers, and recent polls show it still ranks as America’s favorite comfort food. The category’s significant innovation is driven by the newer brands. Crust innovation is centered on gluten- and grain-free alternatives, as well as the introduction of gut-friendly sourdough options. Traditional sauces and toppings are top favorites, while… read more
In June, Taco Bell locations in California offered “a free seasoned beef Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Tacos” to anyone who provided proof of vaccination. The company said it was offering the promotion because there are “still plenty of young people who need to get vaccinated.” The company said that it was important to “increase vaccinations”… read more
– by Jessica Fender Jessica Fender is an HR specialist with a long history of consulting, both with organizations and job seekers. Despite instant messaging and remote management platforms being popular communication channels, email is still a dominant choice for many HR professionals. According to HubSpot, over 4 billion people use emails daily, with… read more
In this recap, Alejandra Gonzalez, marketing director of Pizza Hut LATAM & Iberia, shares valuable advice for women leaders in business, broken down into five steps just for you. . . . The annual Women in Business summit is an incredible experience Alejandra Gonzalez is the Director of Marketing at Pizza Hut Latin America & Iberia. This… read more
The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics released its jobs data for the month of November, and jobs in the foodservice industry have crept up, but have not yet reached the level of pre-pandemic employment numbers. According to the BLS, the foodservice industry added 11,000 jobs last month, growing from approximately 11,540,000 industry… read more
Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith announced the launching of Emmitt’s Las Vegas, a premier 30,000+ square foot dynamic restaurant and premier event venue overlooking the Las Vegas Strip and surrounded by numerous world-class resorts. Scheduled to open in spring 2022, Emmitt’s will be a first-rate destination for fine dining, live concerts, watch parties,… read more
Aramark announced it has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Philadelphia-based Starr Restaurant Organization (Starr Restaurants). Led by entrepreneur and James Beard Award-winning restaurateur, Stephen Starr, Starr Restaurants is one of the largest multi-concept and independent restaurant groups in the United States. Together, Aramark and Starr Restaurants will drive culinary innovation and excellence through… read more