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Exploring the impact of long-term sustainable coffee sourcing

Perfect Daily Grind

If the coffee industry is to tackle this problem, it needs to address the increasing need for long-term sustainable coffee sourcing. So what exactly is long-term sustainable sourcing and how can it be achieved? To find out more, I spoke with three industry professionals sourcing Fairtrade coffee.

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2021: A Year of Navigating Shortages

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurants have faced labor shortages, supply and equipment shortages, and climbing food prices, with no past playbook on how to navigate the crisis. Another area where the labor shortage is impacting foodservice operators is in the area of truck drivers for the transport of goods. Equipment Shortage.

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AI, VR, Holographs and More in QSRs

Modern Restaurant Management

These experiences use VR to transport diners to different settings or to tell a story that compliments the meal. Example AR information that could be acquired by viewing the plate or wine glass with your smartphone may include: Ingredients, Sources/Regions, Recipe, Cooking Methods, Calories, Carbs, etc. )

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The Digital Revolution, Evolving Consumer Expectations and Other Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

Evolving Consumer Expectations – Consumer expectations continued to evolve in 2023, particularly in the areas of transparency, ethical sourcing, and dietary preferences. Restaurants adapted by providing comprehensive information about ingredients, sourcing practices, and sustainable initiatives.

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What’s your Business Plan B for when the Caronavirus hits Australia?

Ken Burgin

Export industries – rock lobster exports from Western Australia to China have stopped , because of transport and logistics problems in China. Imports – we depend on Chinese manufacturing for almost everything , from cooking equipment to electronics, clothing, utensils, furniture and quite a lot of food manufacturing.

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Revolutionizing Restaurant Supply Chains: The Impact of AI on Transparency, Validation, Verification, and Sustainability

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant managers must have complete visibility into their suppliers’ sourcing practices to ensure their ingredients are safe, healthy, and high-quality. Restaurant managers must ensure that their suppliers’ sources are trustworthy, and their products are high-quality. Transparency is crucial in restaurant supply chains.

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Coffee roasters: Where do you go after being a head roaster?

Perfect Daily Grind

Ideally, they need to be comfortable working with different types of equipment and software, as well as being able to quickly learn new roasting techniques. When it comes to equipment, head roasters may also need to know how to work with a range of machines in a roastery. This ensures they get the best out of each coffee.

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