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GMOs: Flaws in America's Food System

Recent food trends have cast unfavorable sentiment towards the food and beverage industry. Genetically Modified Organisms illustrate the flaws in America’s food system. Generally, consumers mistrust GMO produce and its manufacturers, whether their information is accurate or not. Stigma towards GMOs include: 1. Unnaturally modified in labs 2. Consequences of long term use on human […]

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Impact of Obama's Overtime Pay Proposal

On Monday, President Obama’s proposed a bill increasing the overtime salary threshold. Approximately five million workers would be affected by the increase. The new plan, which Obama announced in a HuffingtonPost blog, will almost double the current threshold from $23,660 to $50,440. Thousands of restaurant employers and workers would be unfavorably affected. Higher cost of

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MasterCard Tests Biometrics to Complete Transactions

In the fall, MasterCard will begin testing biometrics to secure online payments. Customers will be required to hold up their phone and take a picture when completing an online purchase. Various methods of identification will be tested. Director of innovative solutions for combating fraud, Ajay Bhalla,  noted the ensuing generation “is into selfies,”  assuring they

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Whole Foods Is Expensive But Not As Expensive As It Is

According to the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, Whole Foods Grocers is mislabeling pre-packaged foods. Inspectors from consumer affairs say “this is the worst case of mislabeling they have seen in their careers.” Approximately 89% of packages violated federal rules, which sanctions how much a package could deviate from the actual weight. Inspectors

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The Evolution of Websites and Online Marketing in the Restaurant Industry

Modern day internet technology provides businesses with resources, which are often free like social media, to advertise and bolster revenue. The use of such outlets has helped and transformed the restaurant industry. With little resources, restaurants can expand their marketing budget and raise profits. The Huffingtonpost.com provides these four tips to maxamize the opportunities of

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King of Better Burger Chains Isn't at the Top For Better Burgers

Better Burger chains are challenging traditional quick service restaurants like McDonald’s and  are winning Led by Shake Shack, chains providing better quality ingredients, are stealing market share form long established corporations. Single restaurant locations are roughly worth $50 million dollars. Customers usually expect to wait in long lines for a taste of their food and

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Grocery Store Concept Gives The Industry A High Tech Upgrade

New concept is giving grocery stores a high-tech upgrade. Des Moines, Iowa is planning on opening the first ever robotic grocery store. Experimenting with vending machine models, Oasis24seven and the nonprofit Eat Greater want to bring food and convenience to locals at anytime. Areas of Des Moines lack quality food and they want robotic unit

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LA Beer Week

Los Angeles Beer Week has finally arrived. Starting June 20-28th local breweries, bars, restaurants, and other venues will be hosting special events to celebrate the culture of craft beers. Presented by the LA Brewers guild, the festival will showcase approximately 70 breweries with a large number being from around the Los Angeles area. Breweries like

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