The Rail

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As more consumers become conscious of the environmental impacts of their choices, sustainable products are increasingly popular, particularly in the food and beverage sector. Another emerging trend is the consumer interest in sustainable coffee, notably when going out to eat. Think recycling and composting food waste.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

And while many initiatives focus on reducing the environmental impact of coffee production , the volume of waste produced by coffee shops is also a major concern for many people. To address this problem, some coffee businesses are opting for more sustainable approaches to waste management, including circular economy models.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

Under the Court’s ruling, foie gras could be legally sold to California consumers provided that the seller is located outside of California, the foie gras being purchased is not present within California at the time of sale, the transaction is processed outside of California, and payment is received and processed outside of California.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

In the case of most of the concepts in these segments, Thanksgiving means significantly less traffic and even closed locations as consumers gather at home for meals with friends and family. Unfortunately, with consumers making more purchases from home, a trend that shows no signs of lessening, eating out is likely to be limited.”

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 18, 2022

While true zero-restaurant food waste is extremely rare, it can be a meaningful goal. Implementing a zero-waste initiative can help minimize your carbon footprint and may even attract new customers who embrace your environmental friendliness. Additionally, limiting your food waste can improve your restaurant’s bottom line.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2024

Consumers want to support their communities, and do so by attending and buying from family owned businesses, art fairs, and local brands. They are aware that some parts of the food industry have unsavory processes and practices; consumers like knowing what’s in their food and where it is coming from.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature real-time data on consumer behavior and the move to #cutoutcutlery. With real-time data into consumer behavior data, the solution offers immediate, location-specific food and beverage insights into an industry that is changing faster than ever before. SpotOn Secures $60M Funding.

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Cheetah

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Taking advantage of the growing trend of reducing food waste is a great way to achieve both. By taking a few simple actions to reduce food waste, operators can position themselves as a conscious business that appeals to the heart of their patrons. The Food Waste Pandemic. Covid-19 Boosts Food Waste Reduction Trend.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In essence, this shift should lead restaurants to embrace the idea of maintaining a truly “intelligent” smart kitchen, one that will be tech-equipped to continue evolving with consumer demands. Virtual restaurants can cater to different consumers, expanding clientele.

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Xtra Chef

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Food waste is a serious environmental and humanitarian issue. But restaurant food waste poses a huge problem for overall profitability in the business: The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that restaurants waste $162 billion in food each year. After all, when food is wasted at a restaurant, money and profits are, too.

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Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

It also makes attracting and keeping good workers easier by offering competitive pay and benefits. Plus, increasing profits means you can provide a better experience for your customers, which leads to good reviews and more people coming to your restaurant. Food cost control is crucial.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 25, 2022

Waste is one of the biggest concerns for coffee capsule consumers, leading some single-serve coffee manufacturers to start offering a number of solutions. The global market includes a number of different solutions for reducing capsule waste, including biodegradable, compostable, and reusable options. Compostable.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

In addition to using third-party platforms, restaurants must develop their own muscle to communicate and transact with consumers. With 85 percent of consumers saying they would like restaurants to use tamper-evident labels,2 US Foods’ tamper-free takeout solutions will help assure diners that their food is untouched while in transit.

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Cheetah

JANUARY 30, 2022

Consumers Willing to Pay More for Eco Friendly Disposable. To this end, a recent survey conducted by McKinsey & Company revealed that not only do consumers care about the environmental impact of disposables, but they are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging and single-use items. Restaurant Supplies.

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Cheetah

JANUARY 30, 2022

Consumers Willing to Pay More for Eco Friendly Disposable. To this end, a recent survey conducted by McKinsey & Company revealed that not only do consumers care about the environmental impact of disposables, but they are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging and single-use items. Restaurant Supplies.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 8, 2023

Sustainability continues to be a pressing issue in the specialty coffee sector – and for good reason. However, from the perspective of the consumer, it’s not always easy to spot a truly sustainable coffee shop or roaster. You may also like our article on whether you can run a zero-waste coffee shop.

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Cheetah

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Demand for sustainable to-go containers goes hand-in-hand with trends to reduce food waste and shift to plant based and clean-label products. The alternatives are compostable or biodegradable (PLA) food containers. On the other hand, compostable alternatives cost between 35% to 100% more. Neither option is getting cheaper.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Curry Up Now also limits their disposal waste by using real plates, silverware and cloth napkins in-house and packaging all to-go orders in recyclable and compostable containers. Taco Bell committed to making all consumer-facing packaging recyclable, compostable or reusable by 2025 worldwide. Scott Weisberg.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Around 3 out of 4 millennials are willing to pay more for sustainable products, as is 66 percent of consumers around the world*. By working towards less (food) waste and a more seasonal and locally-sourced menu, you’ll quickly be able to get on the right track. #1 1 REDUCE WASTE. 2 FIGHT FOOD WASTE.

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Future Food

JULY 30, 2019

Many food businesses both large and small have been using recycled cups and containers and/or compostable systems as proven solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. Just think of the throw-away coffee cup we buy every day and you will know exactly what I mean - if not, essential viewing - ABC War on Waste - #BYOCoffeeCup tram.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2020

"It's incredible and heartwarming to see this grassroots effort become such a unifying initiative, with so many individuals and restaurants coming together for the good of the entire industry. Dunkin’s transition to paper cups will remove approximately one billion foam cups from the waste stream annually.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Minimal Waste – Ono’s food truck is designed to be environmentally sustainable. From cups to straws, all of Ono’s consumables are compostable, making Ono more sustainable compared to traditional smoothie establishments. The Good Food Institute). Ono Blend Founders Daniel Fukuba and Stephen Klein.

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Hot Schedules

APRIL 20, 2019

Five Ways to Reduce Waste. The Impact of Food Waste. US Restaurants generate between 22 and 33 billion pounds of food waste every year. All that waste adds up. The EPA estimates that food waste is the single largest category in any given landfill. First, all the resources required to produce it are wasted.

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The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 27, 2020

According to the National Restaurant Association’s “What’s Hot” report, American Culinary Federation chefs named sustainability and waste reduction in the top trends of the year. However, in many cases, it required regulation and time-consuming oversight. Managing waste in restaurants.

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Hot Schedules

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Five Steps to Reducing Waste. The Impact of Food Waste. U S hotels contribute to the generation of 131 billion pounds of food waste every year , resulting in an enormous environmental impact, and a big dent to profit margins. Waste stretches beyond the physical, say, head of lettuce you’re throwing in the trash.

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Touch Bistro

MAY 10, 2021

And one area that is often overlooked is the question of how to reduce food waste in restaurants. Food waste costs restaurants a staggering $162 billion per year , and in America alone, restaurants generate as much as 33 billion pounds of food waste per year. Different Types of Restaurant Food Waste.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The restaurant industry has recognized the need for innovative packaging solutions to meet growing consumer demand and contribute towards sustainability targets. Traditional restaurant packaging has a significant negative impact on the environment as common materials used, such as Styrofoam and single-use plastics, are not compostable.

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Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

85% of Food in Restaurants Is Wasted According to the Food Waste Reduction Alliance, in the restaurant industry, about 85% of food ends up in the trash. coalition found that for every $1 a restaurant invested in reducing food waste it made a return of $7. Reducing food waste can do more than help you save a few bucks.

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Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

Learn about Composting Composting is not just about doing your share for the environment by separating plastics from biodegradables. On the house” items, happy hour specials or birthday and anniversary treats are a good place to start. App payment options are quick, fun and eliminate the need to carry a wallet.

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Cheetah

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

Learn about Composting Composting is not just about doing your share for the environment by separating plastics from biodegradables. On the house” items, happy hour specials or birthday and anniversary treats are a good place to start. App payment options are quick, fun and eliminate the need to carry a wallet.

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Perfect Daily Grind

APRIL 15, 2022

Consumers are able to view these prices through a QR code, which also provides information on the producer, as well as roast profiles. Gruppo Cimbali also showcased the E71E model at the expo, which will be the 2022 World Coffee in Good Spirits sponsor. million 60kg bags were consumed between November 2020 and October 2021.

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The Rail

MARCH 20, 2025

By Ellie Gabel, Contributor In the restaurant industry, food packaging waste is prevalent. The Restaurant Industrys Food Packaging Waste Problem Youve been in the restaurant sector long enough to know it has a food packaging waste problem. Which one will help you reduce the most food packaging waste?

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Sustainability Beyond the Plate

JUNE 30, 2017

The Food Service Tecnology Center (FSTC) held two educational seminars in June covering the relationship between food and energy waste. The big take-away: “Reduce” is by far the most cost effective and sustainable approach to cutting food waste. The discussion was lively and the speakers covered all aspects of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”.

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KaTom

JUNE 25, 2020

Here’s the good news: In an effort to meet demand for eco-friendly products and keep up with evolving industry trends, many manufacturers already offer a robust catalogue of alternatives to plastic utensils and straws that go way beyond paper. Wooden Cutlery.

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EATER

JULY 20, 2020

Plus, a good chef’s knife is a great investment.”. These towels are zero waste and are super inexpensive for a dozen,” Kornack and Hieronimus say. Of all the kitchen tools that may be missing at your rental, a good can opener is one of the most likely objects you won’t be able to find. Consumables. OXO Can Opener.

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Notch

MARCH 17, 2022

The National Restaurant Association’s “What’s Hot” 2022 Culinary Forecast - an annual survey of 350 culinary leaders - found that sustainable packaging, plant-based foods, and zero waste were predicted to be leading culinary concepts this year. And, paper also makes up 26% of landfill waste. Green Star Restaurant.

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The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 13, 2022

Grassroots food and beverage businesses, however, find these food and flavour trends of little benefit because they are unable to scale to accommodate larger numbers of consumers. Building trust and openness are essential for companies looking to engage consumers by assisting them in making responsible food choices.

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