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Should Momofuku Own the Term ‘Chili Crunch’?

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In a cease-and-desist letter sent March 18, 2024, Momofuku’s lawyer accuses Malaysian food brand Homiah, maker of Sambal Chili Crunch — called Crispy Sambal prior to 2023 — of infringing on its trademark rights. It now appears to be going after brands with both spellings. Maintaining trademarks requires policing its use. “It

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January/February 2021 Legal Update

Modern Restaurant Management

Nair, a partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP compiles recent legal news affecting the restaurant, food and beverage and hospitality industries for Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. The Restaurant Rescue Plan establishes a $25 billion grant program for restaurants hurt by the pandemic and was based on the RESTAURANTS Act.

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Coffee News Recap, 3 Mar: World AeroPress Championship opens 2023 host applications, Australia to hold national Barista Championship and Brewers Cup in May & other stories

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In partnership with Tim Hortons’ parent company Restaurant Brands International, Marubeni Growth Capital Asia will open the first locations later this year. All applicants must pay a AUD $150 fee, which if successful will be credited towards a license fee. Sucden says women own or operate 60% of its farms. in Los Angeles, California.

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Touchless Ketchup, Icing on the Frosting and Bobacino

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In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature restaurant community support endeavors, new tech and a little holiday fun. launched the Ocean Spray Farmers for Chefs Alliance with the goal of helping as many qualifying independent restaurants as possible cover rent, utilities, and payroll costs. Supporting Independents.