Month: July 2018

The Hershey Company’s Foodservice team, one of the industry’s leading branded sweet ingredient, snack and refreshment suppliers, conducted custom researchthrough The Center for Generational Kinetics. The findings reveal perceptions, influence and loyalty of branded products with Millennial and Gen Z decision-making in foodservice operations. There is a significant branded dessert opportunity among these specific consumers. …

The James Beard Foundation (JBF) announced today the cities and dates for its sixth annualTaste America®. From September 28 – November 17, the traveling series will bring one-of-a-kind dining and educational experiences to 10 dynamic culinary destinations including Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Louisville, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Seattle. In addition to spotlighting the delicious food around the country, Taste America will focus on amplifying JBF food waste and sustainability initiatives and will directly contribute to the Foundation’s Scholarship programs. …

Aramark, one of the world’s largest foodservice management companies, announced today that it will take major steps to reduce its single-use plastic footprint across its global operations. The company’s strategy includes plans to phase out plastic straws and stirrers, while ensuring they remain available in healthcare facilities and for people with physical disabilities. The company will look to decrease plastic straw use by 60% by 2020, representing 100 million straws per year. …

Taylor Farms, North America’s leading producer of ready-to-eat healthy fresh foods, announces today the opening of two employee training centers dedicated to the continued education and advancement of employees across the organization. …