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The Hansen Group To Represent Antunes

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The manufacturers’ representative The Hansen Group has added Antunes to its portfolio.

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New Energy Star Specifications for Commercial Ovens Released

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released Final Version 3.0 Energy Star specifications for commercial ovens, which will take effect on Jan. 12.

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Food Away from Home Index Spikes to 40-Year High

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As operators battle their own higher costs, menu prices continue to rise—and they’ve now hit a new high.

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Panera Tests New AI-Powered Coffee System

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The system is designed to improve labor efficiencies and quality by automating the coffee monitoring process.

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Two Emerging Brands Launch Franchising Efforts

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Bowled Healthy Food Co. and Hot Chikn Kitchn, a pair of brands that were established early in the pandemic, are launching franchising programs to grow their footprints.

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The Connected Kitchen

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The terms “Connected Kitchen” and “Smart Kitchen” are fairly well known at this point in the foodservice industry. What seems to be lacking however, is a clear understanding of exactly what elements these terms are referring to. In all fairness, these are very broad terms for which there isn’t a single definition. In reality, a…

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6 Ways You May Be Neglecting Your Ice Machine Maintenance

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You probably don’t often think about the machine that makes your ice. But ice machines help food service operations accomplish many essential tasks, from making beverages refreshingly cold to holding ingredients at safe temperatures. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers ice to be food, so it’s subject to the same regulations as other food…

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Alto-Shaam Names New Rep in MAFSI Region 6

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The commercial foodservice equipment manufacturer Alto-Shaam has partnered with Allied Technologies Food Equipment as its new manufacturers’ representative in MAFSI Region 6.

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Denny’s CEO To Step Down

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Denny’s CEO John Miller plans to retire from his position later this year.

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Expansion Roundup: Where 5 Brands Are Opening Next

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This week in Expansion Roundup, FER details growth plans for Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, Twin Peaks, Capital Tacos, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and Mooyah Burgers, Fries and Shakes.

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