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New 2D Barcodes Offer Easy Access to Dynamic Information for Food Traceability and More

Modern Restaurant Management

Food manufacturers and retailers are embracing a whole new world of opportunities for consumer engagement that are enabled by this newer technology. In foodservice establishments, the same technology opens doors to greater food safety and ingredient transparency.

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Dining Trends for 2024

Modern Restaurant Management

The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice. Food trucks that bring food to patrons where they live and work has become a part of everyday life. Today’s restaurant guests are more knowledgeable and food savvy than ever before.

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Managing Inventory – and Your Time

Hot Schedules

Managing Inventory — and Your Time . A long with labor, food and beverage is one of the highest costs within a hospitality organization. Aside from the cost of the items themselves, there are many expenses associated with managing inventory. Inventory management is an inherently reactive piece of the business.

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Competition’s Coming: Key Technology Changes Can Help You Win

Modern Restaurant Management

Inventory stock changed significantly. Lavu, the restaurant technology services company, estimates 42 percent of food purchases are made online. What’s more, consumers tend to spend extra on their food when ordering by themselves, either through kiosks or branded apps. Menus were trimmed to a fraction of original size.

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FDA Relaxes Nutrition Facts and Menu Labeling Requirements for Restaurants and Food Manufacturers During COVID-19 Emergency

Modern Restaurant Management

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued two temporary food labeling guidance documents that attempt to balance industry supply and demand during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Labeling on Packaged Food Sold by Restaurants and Food Manufacturing Facilities.

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How to Use ChatGPT to Create Training Material for Restaurant & Cafe Employees

Ken Burgin

Questions could range from ingredients of dishes to potential allergens. Wine and Food Pairing Training : AI can create materials and quizzes on wine and food pairing, helping staff make better recommendations to customers. This will help train staff in customer service skills and problem-solving.

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Ensuring Food Security through Sustainable and Cost-Effective Practices

Culinary Digital

In this blog, we talk about the rising global concerns around food security. Global Food Security: An Overview Food Security is the availability of food in a country and the ability of its individuals to access safe and nutritive food that meets their dietary requirements and preferences for a healthy and active life.