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Allergen-free access

 Mar. 13, 2017

To make safe food as accessible as possible for guests with allergies, Carnegie Mellon University is creating an allergy-friendly kitchen.

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Deconstructing ramen

 By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 13, 2017

Inspired by a visit to Japan, the general manager at YouTube's corporate dining venues introduced a dish with many traditional ramen ingredients, served separately so diners can mix and match.

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IFMA names 2017 Silver Plate winners

By Kelsey Squire on Mar. 07, 2017

The annual list of top industry leaders includes four noncommercial figures.

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Scroll through social media for ideas

Feb. 13, 2017

Last year, Joe Alonzo started a Pinterest account—not for marketing, but for my team, so that they can look to the recipes for inspiration and try something new.

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Keep meat and protein-based sides on the front burner

By Julianne Pepitone on Feb. 13, 2017

Vegetables and grains have stepped into the spotlight, thanks to the “flipping the plate” trend, but protein is still an important part of a balanced diet.

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An allergen-free take on chicken tetrazzini

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 13, 2017

The No Whey station in the main dining hall at Georgia Southern University offers students meals that are free of the eight most common allergens.

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3 reasons to consider upgrading ID technology

By Julianne Pepitone on Feb. 13, 2017

Between menu planning, budgets and the other myriad concerns FSDs face, it’s easy to overlook the simple ID and/or cash cards issued to diners.

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How to be customer-friendly while attracting young talent

By Lynne Eddy on Feb. 13, 2017

To get on the same page with your younger staff, you have to take the time to listen and explain.

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Take a hint from country clubs for outdoor events

Feb. 13, 2017

Lenbrook Senior Living recently started doing patio dining during the summer months, and stole some pointers for upscale barbecuing from local country clubs.

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Attract guests to healthy options with inviting signs

Feb. 13, 2017

When an FSD visited Minneapolis Public Schools, she noticed big branded signs on top of the salad bars. When she got back to her district, she recreated them.

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