One month after the “pink slime” controversy initially made waves across the U.S., a new report shows that consumers are still concerned about the contents of the meat they eat at quick serves. The controversy, ignited after an ABC News report detailed the use of the additive lean finely textured […]
Read moreNo longer is local sourcing just a utopian ideal. It’s a practice coming to life and continually gaining momentum in foodservice, with the number of local ingredients on menus growing by 73 percent over the last four years, according to market research firm Mintel. But, at its most basic level, […]
Read moreOne growing company, OrderUp, is trying to become a restaurateur’s hometown hero—when it comes to online ordering, at least. The platform, which aims to connect restaurants with customers in their local markets to encourage online ordering, works in a unique way: through a franchising model. OrderUp franchisees recruit local restaurants […]
Read moreChain restaurant leaders are optimistically watching traffic and sales, with expectation of raising menu prices later this year, according to a new survey conducted by supply chain cooperative SpenDifference. he company last surveyed chains on menu price topics in late 2012. The study, completed the week of May 13, found […]
Read moreDevelopment Nevada Gaming Commission Issues Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Ltd and Aristocrat Technologies Inc. an Interactive Gaming License Through a Unanimous Vote Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Ltd and Aristocrat Technologies Inc. have been granted an interactive gaming license from the Nevada Gaming Commission. The decision was made on the unanimous recommendation of the Nevada Gaming Control Board. […]
Read moreHeadlines for everyone keeping up with the Hotel and Gaming Industry. Appointments Michael Evans Named Chief Operating Officer for MGM Hospitality MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) has promoted Michael Evans to Chief Operating Officer of MGM Hospitality. He was previously Executive Vice President of Global Development. more Steven McArthur Appointed Chief Executive Officer of VEGAS.com […]
Read moreManagers who exude confidence give employees a sense of security. Some ways to project confidence include maintaining direct eye contact, good posture, positive facial expressions and a professional appearance. Those practices convey someone who is composed, secure and trustworthy. One of the most important ways to communicate confidence is through […]
Read moreSurplus to service: Food donation basics Many restaurant operators hate to throw away food when they know thousands of people go hungry. But they don’t know always know how to get their surplus food to charitable organizations that feed the hungry. National Restaurant Association partner Food Donation Connection offers services […]
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