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UMass Dining begins labeling the carbon footprint of menu items

 By FSD Staff on Apr. 29, 2022

The university says it’s the first in the U.S. to highlight the carbon impact of individual dishes.

Sustainability

Earth Day events focus on climate change, waste

 By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 21, 2022

Operators plan special menus, cookbooks, scavenger hunts and more to encourage guests to take action.

Menu

FDA drafts guidance for evaluating food allergens beyond the Big 9

By Kristina Hurtig on Apr. 20, 2022

The agency, which noted that more than 160 foods are known to cause allergic reactions, is looking to evaluate emerging evidence “in a consistent and transparent manner.”

Technology & Equipment

Amazon, Instacart bring cashierless checkout to the major leagues

By Kristina Hurtig on Apr. 20, 2022

The companies’ grab-and-go tech is in action at baseball stadiums in Boston and Houston.

Sustainability

Delaware North debuts ‘Seeds for Sustainability’ campaign in recognition of Earth Month

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 19, 2022

During April, guests will receive eco-friendly drink coasters to take home and plant.

Operations

Chartwells Higher Ed to host ‘Grate-Ful’ event

By FSD Staff on Apr. 15, 2022

Dining teams will promote plant-based options and sustainability initiatives later this month.

Operations

Aramark acquiring Forever Resorts locations

By FSD Staff on Apr. 15, 2022

The buyer is also rebranding its leisure arm as Aramark Destinations.

Technology & Equipment

AI’s latest job? Making sure the coffee’s fresh

By Joe Guszkowski on Apr. 13, 2022

Panera Bread is testing software from Miso Robotics to monitor the coffee station so workers don’t have to.

Menu

Menu price inflation hit a new 40-year high last month

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 12, 2022

Full-service menu prices rose 8% year over year and limited-service prices jumped 7.2%, while grocery prices increased 10%.

Menu

4 new menu items showing up at baseball stadiums

By FSD Staff on Apr. 12, 2022

See what Delaware North is debuting as Major League Baseball season gets underway.

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