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fromFood & Beverage Magazine
16 hours ago

How AI-Powered Solutions Are Transforming Restaurant Operations and ROI - Food & Beverage Magazine

Chipotle's use of AI for smarter scheduling has led to labor costs dropping significantly, adapting staff schedules to meet real demand and improving operational efficiency.
E-Commerce
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
22 hours ago

New restaurant at Kensington Roof Gardens as it records 26m loss

The Roof Gardens restaurant in Kensington faced significant losses but is expanding with new investments and high subscription interest.
#al-fresco-dining
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 days ago

Lolita's Guiltless Margaritas turning heads - Food & Beverage Magazine

Lolita's Guiltless® Margaritas is revolutionizing the margarita market with ready-to-pour, premium mixers.
fromThe Mercury News
5 days ago

I can't hear you: Are restaurants getting louder?

High noise levels in restaurants can make dining out a frustrating experience for many patrons.
Travel
fromIndependent
1 week ago

'If you ask me any day, were we busy? I would say no' - tourism sector walks a tightrope between gloom and optimism

Industry leaders are experiencing pressure due to inconsistent summer tourism and tariff-related uncertainties affecting US visitors.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 week ago

Sustainable Sourcing: Imperatives for the Hospitality Sector - Food & Beverage Magazine

Sustainable sourcing is essential for hospitality leaders, impacting environmental footprint, brand reputation, customer loyalty, and profitability.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 week ago

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Crisis Planning Lessons from Chipotle's Resiliency Strategies - Food & Beverage Magazine

Chipotle's food safety crisis in 2015 demonstrated that the commitment to quality can create vulnerabilities in maintaining high-integrity supply chains at scale.
Food & drink
Berlin
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Berkeley keeps losing hotels, but industry is faring better than in SF or Oakland

Berkeley's hospitality industry is facing significant challenges, with major hotels defaulting on loans and others struggling financially.
fromConde Nast Traveler
7 years ago

The Best Hotel Rewards Programs in the World

Hotel rewards programs allow members to earn points or credits during eligible stays and while spending at participating hotels. These points can typically be redeemed for free nights, room upgrades, dining, and experiences, or transferred to airline miles.
Travel
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

What's Behind the Boom in Extended Stay Hotels' Business?

The extended stay hotel sector is experiencing notable growth, outperforming the overall hospitality market.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Pubs and venues to be protected from noise complaints

Developers building near music venues will be required to soundproof their buildings under planned changes to licensing rules, aimed at reducing noise complaints.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

BrewDog to close 10 bars amid extremely difficult' time for hospitality industry

James Taylor, chief executive of BrewDog, announced the closure of 10 bars, including the flagship location in Aberdeen, due to viability issues related to size and location.
Food & drink
Food & drink
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 month ago

Savor Talk by AUTEC Returns to NYC on July 23 with Sushi & Strategy - Food & Beverage Magazine

Savor Talk offers hands-on sushi-making, expert insights, and networking for culinary professionals on July 23 at Technica House NYC.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Summer turnover is steepest in these industries

According to the ADP Research Institute, job turnover during the summer months from June to September increases compared to the non-summer months, with rates 0.42 percentage points higher overall in the US.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Dine big, spend small: NYC Restaurant Week is back | amNewYork

NYC Restaurant Week returns from July 21 to August 17, featuring fixed-price dining at nearly 600 restaurants across all boroughs.
#restaurant-closure
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Portland food

Financial strains force Michelin-starred SF restaurant to close

Osito, a Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco, will close due to high operational costs and financial challenges.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
East Bay food

Shrinking sales and rising costs sink a beloved Oakland restaurant

Pomella, a California-Israeli restaurant in Oakland, is closing due to declining sales and increasing operational costs.
Portland food
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Financial strains force Michelin-starred SF restaurant to close

Osito, a Michelin-starred restaurant in San Francisco, will close due to high operational costs and financial challenges.
Chicago
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The Bear': Realistic or over the top? Real chefs weigh in

The Bear season four captures the intense pressure and reality of the restaurant industry through a countdown to the restaurant's potential closure.
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

These London Restaurants Have Closed This Year

Chick 'n' Sours' co-founder, David Wolanksi, expressed the struggle of independent operators, stating, 'It feels like the whole system is stacked against independent operators as we are being squeezed from every angle - food inflation, rising wages, relentless rent increases, service charges, and soaring utilities without the deep pockets to ride it out. It's an exhausting, never-ending battle to keep the lights on.'
London food
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Clean Bathrooms and Small Menus: Here's How to Run A Successful Restaurant, According to An Industry Insider | Entrepreneur

Successful restaurants combine great food with attention to menu size, technology, and cooking methods. Owners must understand costs and profitability takes time.
#james-beard-awards
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Agriculture, hospitality industries unclear on Trump's deportation plan - San Jose Spotlight

President Trump acknowledged last Thursday that his immigration policies were 'taking very good, longtime workers away' from farms, hotels and other leisure businesses.
US news
Food & drink
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Ramdon Transforms HORECA with Specialized Gas Solutions

Ramdon provides innovative food-grade gas solutions for the HORECA industry to enhance kitchen operations and service quality.
Privacy professionals
fromEater NY
2 months ago

Dine and Dash Is Back - But It's Way Worse Than You Think

Michelin-starred restaurants face severe financial losses due to rampant chargeback fraud from stolen credit card reservations.
Marketing tech
fromSkift
2 months ago

Marriott Turns App and Hotel TVs Into Revenue Stream With New Ad Network

Marriott is launching a commerce media network to monetize ad space across various digital platforms targeting hotel guests.
Agriculture
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Trump may shield undocumented farm workers from deportation - San Jose Spotlight

Trump may exempt hospitality and farm workers from immigration raids due to their long-term employment.
US Elections
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Trump says 'changes' are coming to immigration enforcement after complaints from farmers and the hospitality industry

Trump plans to adjust immigration enforcement due to labor shortages in key sectors.
Upcoming changes to immigration policy will focus on protecting jobs for legitimate workers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Loan default jolts East Bay hotel in grim sign of frail lodging market

The Bay Area lodging market remains unstable as evidenced by loan defaults and foreclosures affecting several hotels in the region.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Iconic London pub loved by Oasis announces 'disappointing' closure after 25 years of business

In a statement posted to Instagram, the pub expressed sadness over the closure, noting, "We are disappointed that after 25 wonderful years, we are sadly saying goodbye to The Shaston Arms in Carnaby."
London politics
fromCaribbean Life
2 months ago

Continent Brooklyn: A culinary landmark of Caribbean culture and hospitality in New York - Caribbean Life

There aren't many women with a Caribbean background thriving in hotel hospitality, so every breakthrough - a magazine mention, an influencer visit - we cherish.
Brooklyn
NYC startup
fromEater Dallas
2 months ago

How Chad Houser's Cafe Momentum Changed Lives - And Broke Dallas's 31-Year James Beard Award Losing Streak

Cafe Momentum employs formerly incarcerated youth, providing them with life skills and career opportunities while being recognized for its impactful humanitarian efforts.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Chef paid 13,000 after swear-laden rant at colleague blamed on anxiety

A tribunal awarded a chef over £13,000 after ruling her fiery outburst was triggered by anxiety and discrimination.
fromVuejobs
2 months ago

Full Stack Development (Python, Vue.js) - Long term, CTO at Bulba

Bulba is seeking a senior full stack developer to lead the technical direction of its influencer collaboration platform, emphasizing ownership of the web app.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Want to see where Trump's tariffs are leading US business? Look at Georgia

Trump's tariffs are creating significant uncertainty in Georgia's economy, impacting industries like hospitality and wine distribution.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tell us what you think of France's plan to ban adult-only hospitality facilities

Adult-only venues in France may face legal action for excluding children, as government officials view this practice as harmful to child inclusion.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Los Angeles hotel executives warn distress to follow wage hike

If it passes, which most expect it will, and Mayor Karen Bass signs it, distressed hotel sales and skittish investors and developers could follow.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Lawsuit: Closure of San Mateo's Par 3 restaurant completely avoidable'

The city of San Mateo is facing a lawsuit from a restaurateur over alleged negligence related to a leaky and moldy building.
A sudden red-tagging of the restaurant led to closure and significant job losses.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Retail smiles through headache of macro uncertainties

Sigal expressed, "Forget all the statistics and everything else. People are out to have fun and loosen up because it was a stressful year last year, and this year is stressful."
SF real estate
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Third ex-worker of Karen's Diner wins claim over unpaid tips as company admits money is 'owed' to employees

Carenin Rosa De Oliveira, an ex-employee of Karen's Diner, won a WRC ruling for unpaid tips, marking the third claim against the restaurant chain.
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

I'm a Tokyo Local and This Is the Most Important Etiquette Tip to Know When Visiting Japan

Punctuality is crucial in Japan as it reflects respect for others' time.
fromEater
3 months ago

The Unlikely Perks of a Larger Restaurant Space

Kato restaurant in Los Angeles expanded significantly, evolving its offerings and accommodating guest preferences post-pandemic.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

You can book private chefs and personal trainers on Airbnb now

Airbnb is expanding its services to include personal trainers, chefs, and photographers in an effort to compete with hotels.
#bartending
Cocktails
fromPUNCH
3 months ago

Introducing the Finalists for Best New Bartenders 2025

The Best New Bartenders program recognizes emerging talent in the bartending community with an emphasis on sustainability.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Cisgender woman says her gender was questioned in a Boston hotel restroom

A cisgender woman faced gender questioning by a security guard in a Boston hotel restroom, sparking a heated response and eventual suspension of the guard.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Greece's booming tourism sector in race to find workers as summer season looms

Greece faces a major workforce shortage in the tourism sector, with 80,000 vacancies ahead of a record tourist season.
Graphic design
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
3 months ago

GEORGIA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STREET STUDIO CREATIVE

The Georgia Restaurant Association is rebranding to better reflect its mission and enhance its support for the state's hospitality industry.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Well-known businessman David Doyle has died

David Doyle, a notable Irish businessman, has passed away due to motor neuron disease, leaving behind a complicated legacy in the hospitality sector.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Vegas Strip hotel giant reportedly cuts concierge at most of its resorts

MGM Resorts confirmed the end of the concierge desk at several of its hotels, citing 'evolving' guest needs as the reason for the layoffs.
Retirement
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

Raffles Just Opened a Second Location in Singapore-and It Has Rolls-Royce Tours, Garden-like Grounds, and a Villa-only Layout

Raffles Sentosa Singapore offers a luxurious escape with a focus on relaxation and private amenities.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

This New Florentine Hotel Is One of the Most Expensive in Europe-and It Has a Luxurious Spa, Gorgeous Design, and One of the Best Locations in the City

Collegio alla Querce, Auberge’s first hotel in Italy, stands out in Florence with its serene settings, stunning design, and offerings not commonly found in city hotels.
Dining
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

This Hyatt All-inclusive in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Just Got a Massive $20-million Upgrade

"Delivering exceptional hospitality requires ongoing innovation, and we are excited to unveil these revitalized spaces at Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta," said Fernando Mulet, executive vice president and chief investment officer of Playa Hotels & Resorts.
Renovation
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Hotel guest balks at request for 'appreciation' tip during stay: 'Abso-f-king-lutely NOT'

One Reddit user expressed frustration, questioning why they should tip hotel employees when they were already paying high rates for their stay, highlighting a common concern about tipping culture.
Dining
London food
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

Soho could bring back its pedestrianised street dining zones this summer

Alfresco dining in London's West End might return, backed by City Hall to support local restaurants and boost the hospitality industry post-pandemic.
Beer
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 months ago

Why some outdoor bars in Sweden can no longer serve alcohol

Sweden has not banned outdoor pubs from serving alcohol, but strict interpretations of licensing laws are affecting venue operations for summer 2025.
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