Meeting the New Demand for Happy Hour Dining This Spring
Larry and Adam Mogelonsky | April 14, 2021
Porter, a New Contact-Free Food Ordering Technology, Launches in 10 U.S. Hotels
Porter | March 4, 2021
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Ritz-Carlton Implements Clear Sky Software’s F&B Inventory Management System
Clear Sky Software | July 8, 2021
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – July 8, 2021 – Clear Sky Software, Inc. ® announced today that The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara has installed the company’s food and beverage inventory control system to help manage and track all food and beverage products. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, selected Clear Sky Software over a crowded field of inventory control solutions and has been busy taking advantage of this industry-leading F&B inventory system. Called Clear Sky FOOD & BEVERAGE, this is a comprehensive, perpetual inventory system that tracks and controls all beer, liquor and wine products ...
Top 10 F&B Revenue Management Tips for Hotel Restaurants
Silvie Cohen | July 6, 2021
By Silvie Cohen, David Israel As restaurants emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, operators remain challenged by nationwide labor shortages, the rising cost of wages, and the increasing cost of goods. To mitigate these bottom-line issues, just like hotels and airlines deploy revenue management techniques to push sales, there are strategies F&B teams can deploy to optimize their top line as well. This article takes you through F&B revenue management tips to help restauranteurs improve profitability. Top 10 F&B Revenue Management Tips for Hotel Restaurants: - Prix-Fixe Menus: Explore offering a fixed three-course menu for...
A Table for One, Please!
PolyU’s School of Hotel and Tourism Management | June 30, 2021
Solo diners represent one of the fastest-growing markets in the restaurant sector, but little is known about the factors that influence their menu choices. Do solo diners express their uniqueness through their selection of dishes, or do they seek a sense of belonging? This is just one of the questions answered by Dr YooHee Hwang of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and co-authors in a study that sheds light on the interplay between power, food choices, and crowding in the solo dining context. As restauranteurs seek new ways to tap into this lucrative and rapidly expanding market of din...
Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Appoints Apostolos Dimou as Executive Chef
June 24, 2021
Located in the south of Mahé island and nestled into the hillside overlooking Petite Anse bay, Four Seasons Resort Seychelles welcomes Apostolos Dimou as its new Executive Chef and David Peduzzi as the new Executive Pastry Chef to its culinary team. Both Dimou and Peduzzi bring a Four Seasons background into their newly appointed roles. Following his tenure of five years with Four Seasons Hotel Beirut, Dimou joins the property with a vast experience in managing fast-paced kitchens in luxury properties. Born in Greece, Dimou’s passion for cooking came from the simplicity of his home food and the love of travel and culture. Having s...
Halepuna Waikiki Hotel Selects Agilysys IG OnDemand For Contactless Food & Beverage Ordering & Payment Self-Service
Agilysys | May 25, 2021
Luxury Property Expands Partnership With Agilysys To Promote Social Distancing And Provide A Safe And Healthy F&B Experience For Staff And Guests Alike ALPHARETTA, GA. — May 25, 2021 — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of next-generation hospitality software solutions and services, today announced that Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani has expanded its existing relationship with Agilysys with the addition of its modern cloud-native SaaS food and beverage ordering solution, IG OnDemand. A current user of Agilysys’ award-winning InfoGenesis POS, Halepuna again looked to Agilysys to meet their enhanced healt...
Epicurean Ventures for the Travel Recovery
Larry and Adam Mogelonsky | May 19, 2021
By Larry and Adam Mogelonsky We’ve always espoused the mantra that the core of any property’s success is their F&B. Some golf, some are into wellness, but everyone eats. As demonstrated by a property we acted on as asset manager a few years ago, a property can even overcome deficiencies in their rooms’ product through a focus on exceptional dining. Now imagine a clean slate; an opportunity to build a hotel from scratch with a focus on food. This is the basis for the Epicurean Hotel opening this summer in Atlanta, Georgia. The Atlanta property follows the 2014 launch of the Epicurean in Tampa, Florida. Built by Mainsail Lodging...
Hotel Buffets Are Out. Here’s What’s In.
HotStats | April 29, 2021
By Rayna Katz Hotel food and beverage operations have radically changed in the wake of the pandemic. From breakfast buffets to banquet dinners, service has drastically altered to keep guests safe and as stopgap against weaker demand. Several of the adjustments made due to immediate needs are likely to remain in place for the foreseeable future, according to some F&B authorities. “The buffet is gone,” said Steven Kamali, CEO of Hospitality House, which provides F&B solutions for the hospitality industry, and has worked with many major brands to fine-tune service and offerings. “Hotels are now thinking about how they can pro...
Meeting the New Demand for Happy Hour Dining This Spring
Larry and Adam Mogelonsky | April 14, 2021
By Larry and Adam Mogelonsky The taboo of eating indoors at a restaurant as a result of COVID-19 will persist for well into 2021. While the spring is normally considered too cold for purely alfresco dining, some people may end up altering their meal patterns now through June to chase that last morsel of sunlight and stay in the warmth. That is, in order to keep the good times rolling outside and not to risk coronavirus exposure by venturing inside (not to mention any government mandates about eating inside), dining parties may opt for an extended dinner in and around the time normally reserved for happy hour – approximately 3pm to 6pm...
Boyne Resorts Implements Agilysys Point of Sale & Cloud-Native Contactless Food & Beverage Ordering
Agilysys | March 16, 2021
Agilysys Solutions, Including InfoGenesis POS, IG Flex, IG OnDemand, & Agilysys Pay Support Social Distancing While Streamlining Guest Experience Agilysys, Alpharetta, GA. — March 16, 2021 — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of next-generation cloud-native SaaS and on-premise hospitality software solutions and services, today announced that Boyne Resorts has implemented the Agilysys InfoGenesis ecosystem of modern POS solutions for its sport and leisure resorts to improve guest service and optimize operations while promoting social distancing through contactless self-service options. Boyne Resorts is a colle...
Tysons Corner Marriott Expands Use of Clear Sky Software and Benefits From Better Food Inventory Control
Clear Sky Software | March 16, 2021
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – March 15, 2021 – Clear Sky Software, Inc. ® announced today that the Tysons Corner Marriott, located in metropolitan Washington DC, has expanded its use of Clear Sky Software’s money-saving inventory systems. Tysons Corner Marriott has been a customer of Clear Sky Software for several years utilizing the company’s perpetual inventory system in the beverage department. After achieving much success with Clear Sky’s beverage inventory software, the hotel made the decision to extend this technology to the culinary department. Now Tysons Corner Marriott has one vendor and one system for tracking and co...
6 Ways to Keep Your F&B Costs in Check
HotStats | March 8, 2021
Outside of fast-food and fast-casual restaurants, which are predicated on familiarity and uniformity, no two food and beverage operations are the same. Each has its own characteristics; its own challenges. It’s these variables that keep managers up at night wondering how to tweak the revenue side and reduce operational costs without adversely affecting product quality and delivery. It’s a lot to juggle. F&B is the second-most important revenue stream in a hotel after rooms. It is imperative, then, to control the cost structure to ensure a healthy bottom-line. Let’s not forget: F&B is highly volatile, which is to say we all ea...
Porter, a New Contact-Free Food Ordering Technology, Launches in 10 U.S. Hotels
Porter | March 4, 2021
Company Aims to Disrupt Traditional Hospitality Model with Room Service via Smartphone LOS ANGELES, March 4, 2021 – A web-based technology called Porter is powering up a new digital era of food service at hotels, starting in Los Angeles but with its sights set on growth across the United States. Porter, an award-winning business transformation platform that fundamentally changes hospitality, is now operational at the H Hotel Los Angeles from the Curio Collection by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton LAX and the Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard. Together with seven limited-service hotels near the company’s head...
Profile Films Implements the InvoTech Uniform System for Contactless Uniform Distribution and Inventory Management
InvoTech Systems | February 25, 2021
InvoTech Uniform System establishes Efficient Operations and Total Control with RFID Technology at Profile Films LOS ANGELES, CA – February 25th, 2021 InvoTech Systems Inc. announces the previously installed Uniform System at Profile Films. InvoTech Systems is the leading provider of advanced Linen Management, Laundry and Uniform Systems that integrate the latest RFID technology to increase profitability for hotels, resorts, casino operators, sports arenas, convention centers, theme parks and production plants. The InvoTech System installed at Profile Films manages the uniform inventory and assignments for 200 employees. Profile Films jo...
Bartech’s Customized Line of In-Room POS Solutions Help Hoteliers Maximize Revenue
Bartech | February 24, 2021
Extensive lineup of guestroom point-of-sale solutions enhance in-room revenues while meeting specific operational challenges for any property need Las Vegas — February 24, 2021 — Bartech, the leader in automatic minibar solutions for the global hospitality industry, has refined its extensive line of minibar and in-room point-of-sale (POS) solutions to meet the unique operational challenges and technology needs of a variety of property types and room configurations. With today’s travelers seeking to minimize contact with hotel staff and other guests by avoiding public hotel areas such as on-site F&B venues and retail shops, Bartech ...
W Washington DC Hotel Manages Their F&B Inventory With Clear Sky Software’s Bar Code Based Solution
Clear Sky Software | February 18, 2021
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – February 18, 2021 – Clear Sky Software, Inc. ® announced today that the W Washington DC Hotel has installed the company’s food & beverage inventory control system to help manage and track all food & beverage products. Located in the heart of DC, the W has been busy taking advantage of the features of this industry-leading F&B inventory system. Called Clear Sky FOOD & BEVERAGE, this is a comprehensive, perpetual inventory system that tracks and controls all F&B products. Functions include purchasing/ordering, receiving, electronic requisition, outlet transfers/issues/returns and phy...
Lodging Interactive Launches DiningClick – ADA Compliant Catering Menu Services to Replace PDFs
Lodging Interactive | February 8, 2021
PARSIPPANY, NJ - February 8, 2021 - Lodging Interactive, an award-winning digital marketing and social media engagement agency exclusively serving the hospitality industry, today announced the launch of DiningClick an online menu management and publishing system for hotels and restaurants. DiningClick was developed to assist hotels and restaurants with their efforts to remain compliant with the various global website requirements for serving the visually impaired. “As the hospitality industry continues to invest heavily to ensure hotel and restaurant websites are fully ADA and EAA/EN 301549 compliant for the visually impaired, most ope...
Omni Oklahoma City Hotel Marks Grand Opening With InvoTech Systems
InvoTech Systems | February 3, 2021
Omni Hotels newest property in Oklahoma opens using InvoTech RFID Inventory Control for Uniforms LOS ANGELES, CA – February 3, 2021 – InvoTech Systems Inc. announced the recent implementation of its Uniform System at Omni Oklahoma City Hotel. InvoTech Systems is the leading provider of advanced Linen Management, Laundry and Uniform Systems that integrate the latest RFID technology to increase profitability for hotels, resorts, casino operators, sports arenas, convention centers and theme parks. The InvoTech System installed at Omni Oklahoma City Hotel manages the Uniform inventory for 500 employees, and the hotel joins InvoTech’s exte...
Grand Okanagan Resort in British Columbia Selects Clear Sky Software for Better Control of Beverage and Tableware Inventory
Clear Sky Software | January 28, 2021
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – January 28, 2021 – Clear Sky Software, Inc. ® announced today that Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort has completed the installation of Clear Sky’s Beverage and Tableware inventory control system. This large resort in beautiful British Columbia, selected Clear Sky Software and has been busy taking advantage of this industry-leading inventory system. Called Clear Sky BEVERAGE and Clear Sky TABLEWARE, this is a comprehensive, perpetual inventory system that tracks and controls all beverage and tableware products to include beer, liquor, wine, china, glassware and linens.. Functions include purchas...
Bringing in Blue Zone Foods
Larry Mogelonsky | December 23, 2020
By Larry Mogelonsky, MBA, P. Eng. (www.hotelmogel.com) As New Year’s Eve approaches, we all succumb to the perfunctory promises of self-improvement for the following 12 months. With 2020 being the dumpster fire that it is, the bar is probably a bit lower for goals heading in 2021 over past years. Nevertheless, I bet that staying in shape or incorporating some form of healthier eating habits tops the list. Importantly, if you have dietary resolutions, no doubt your guests do, too. And they’ll be looking for hotels to accommodate their needs accordingly. With most diets continually trending in the direction of healthier, cleaner, orga...
Drinks Trends: 7 Festive Beverages to Discover From Around the World
EHL | December 23, 2020
It’s that time of year again, when friends and families come together to celebrate the holidays around a crackling fire, twinkly lights and a scrumptious spread of seasonal delights. And while traditions may reign when it comes to food and beverages, this might just be the year to try something different. After all, 2020 has been one to remember. For those hosting and looking to dazzle their guests with something unique, we’ve pulled together a list of the latest drinks trends – a list of uniquely indulgent holiday drinks from around the world. 1. Eggnog – United States & Canada A long-standing favorite in North American hou...
The Living Company Expands Hospitality Leadership Team
The Living Company | December 3, 2020
The Living Company (TLC) announced today that three veterans of the furniture industry will join its executive team as part of its continued expansion in the hospitality space. Beyond hospitality, TLC has experienced significant growth in the burgeoning workforce housing and co-living sectors. Through its University Furnishings brand, it is the leading supplier of furniture, fixtures, and equipment to off-campus student housing. Backed by Lee Equity Partners, TLC offers a comprehensive range of services, including design, sourcing, kitting, warehousing, delivery, installation, replacement, and rehabilitation. According to President and CEO...
The Automat Concept – What’s Old Is New Again With Technology: Opportunity for Hotels
Dr. Frederick DeMicco | December 2, 2020
By Frederick J. DeMicco, Ph.D. and Isaiah Morrow, MBA Student, The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, The W.A. Franke College of Business, Northern Arizona University A restaurant without waiters or workers behind the counter seems like an idea from the future; Ironically, this is an idea of the past. This concept is called an Automat, it was popularized in the early 1900s after the Spanish Flu Pandemic (Figure 1). Horn & Hardart, the largest Automat opened in New York in 1912 without any visible employees’ whatsoever costumers inserted their money into a glass-enclosed kiosk and enjoyed a steaming plate of freshly made food...
A New Model for Safety and Automation in F&B Management
Linda Pouliot | November 30, 2020
By Linda Pouliot F&B represents a significant portion of a hotel’s non-room revenue. Especially in the pandemic era, F&B management is among the most critical operational challenges confronting the hotel industry. Today’s environment offers two parallel challenges: Achieving operational efficiency and, at the same time, responding to, meeting and anticipating changing guest preferences that are driving a growing demand for safe, secure environmentally sound on-property experiences. As hoteliers rebuild their businesses, here are guidelines they can consider in constructing a new kind of F&B operating model that meet t...
Access Point Financial Provides FF&E Financing for Aloft Omaha Aksarben Village
Access Point Financial | November 23, 2020
Recognized leader in hospitality-focused lending closes loan for the property’s furniture, fixtures, and equipment during construction OMAHA, Neb. - November 23, 2020 – Access Point Financial, LLC (APF), a leading direct lender and specialty finance company focused exclusively on the hospitality industry, today announced the completion of an agreement with Center 60 Hospitality to finance the furniture, fixtures and equipment at the recently built Aloft Omaha Aksarben Village in Omaha, Nebraska. Center 60 Hospitality sourced Access Point Financial to secure a $450,000 loan to finance the hotel's furniture, fixtures, and equipme...
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