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Peter Romeo

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With less aid to buy groceries, SNAP recipients are spending more on fast food, study finds

A new report shows that grocery inflation made restaurant meals almost as economical as cooking at home.

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Northwell Health learns what a difference a chef can make

The hospital network had a foodservice program that even executives didn't appreciate. Now it's getting profiled as the future of healthcare foodservice.

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New Jersey set to join states pushing for more humane animal farming

The state Senate approved a bill banning the use of gestation crates. The measure now moves to Gov. Phil Murphy, who is expected to sign it into law.

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Grubhub wants to be the top dining option for Homewood Suites guests

The delivery service has streamlined the ordering process for guests of the 500-unit Hilton-run chain.

Sustainability

Berkeley makes last-ditch effort to outlaw gas kitchen equipment

The California city has petitioned a federal court to have more judges consider a ban that three justices have already ruled against.

Workforce

CDC traces 40% of foodborne-illness outbreaks to infected employees

This finding is likely to foster efforts to mandate paid sick leave.

People

Cincinnati Public Schools' Jessica Shelly named 2023 operator of the year

The director of student dining services is this year's winner of IFMA's Gold Plate Award.

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US Foods agrees to acquire broadliner Renzi Foodservice

The deal will add 2,300 accounts to US Foods' fold.

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Pork suppliers warn a significant price hike is coming

They say a new decision by the U.S. Supreme Court is certain to increase growers' costs while cutting into supplies.

People

Contract-management pioneer John C. Metz dies at 83

The onetime Army cook founded three foodservice management companies over a nearly 60-year career.

Workforce

New York City and its suburbs could hike wages to $17 an hour

The pay floor for downstate New York would rise next year to $16 on way to $17, while other parts of the state would have a mandated minimum of $16.

People

Earl Enterprises taps Reef vet to develop sites in airports, sports centers and more

Valentina Ellison is charged with putting Earl brands in so-called nontraditional sites.

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