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Empowered leaders: Female forces in hospitality and real estate

Boutique Hotel News

Beach Retreats, the group’s self-catering brand, is also expanding and recently completed its first acquisition in Cornwall which this year will be developed to create the brand’s first coastal aparthotel, blending the independence of traditional self-catering with the best of lifestyle hotels.

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The Limits of ‘Buying Black’

EATER

Since their founding in 2016, Black Restaurant Week (BRW) has partnered with Black chefs, caterers, and Black-owned restaurants and food trucks to host live events and promotional campaigns to expand awareness and increase support for Black culinary professionals. But not everyone has benefited from the recent attention.

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P.F. Chang’s To Go and Wing Squad Delivers

Modern Restaurant Management

.” Prior to joining Boston Market, Wyatt served as Operations Partner/Vice President of Operations for Panera Bread, where he was responsible for all aspects of operations, including retail, marketing, recruiting, catering, facilities and bakery at more than 40 cafes in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

Modern Restaurant Management

In the late 1980’s, Hattie Marie brought her culinary talents to the masses and opened a bakery/catering service, Pie Face Bakery. Word quickly spread about the delectable dishes being prepared there and her business took off. ” Taco Johns Adds to Board. He will remain with the company as executive chairman.

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

Modern Restaurant Management

.” As a multi-brand operator with business ownership experience, Damouni joins Blaze Pizza with 15-plus years of QSR industry knowledge. His family, who will be heavily involved in business development and daily operations, comes from a long line of entrepreneurs. Industry veteran, Ralph Bower joined as CEO in 2016.

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The 20/20 on 2020: Restaurant Experts Weigh In

Modern Restaurant Management

These options cater to both vegetarians/vegans and the flexitarian, someone who eats meat but wants plant-based options as well. a result, deliveries are increasing, and many restaurants are shifting to cater to this trend. ” Eddie Hall, business development director and food safety expert at Vital Vio.