My blog experience throughhoput this term has taught me how to reasearch and share a what i have found online. I liked being able to communcate with my team memebers with out wasting time or paper and being able to just post a link to an articel instead of having to print on out.
I disliked the fact tat it was a forced process and we could not just blog on our own time, but had a due date for each one. I can use blogging in my career to research and share my ideas with the world in a quick effficent manner. A blog I would like to start following is:http://domesticcraftbeer.blogspot.com/
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
My experience
My experience with blogging has improved with the help of this class. I was used to just reading other people blogs just for fun or to see what’s going on in the world. Just from reading blogs that deal with trends I got see how the world changes every minute. By blogging about my industry open my eyes to new ideas and issues in the Food & Beverage industry. It’s good to know things about an industry you are choosing to work your life in. I liked blogging it was a different way of looking at things. You were able to voice your opinion about the issues you read. And by blogging it gives people a different look you are able to read the bad and good.
What I disliked about blogging was reading everybody article at first, but by read there article and blog gives you a voice to. I hated finding trends; because most articles were what the person thought was a new trend was instead of facts. You can blogging in the further for the fact that it’s an updated way to keep up with current events’, trends, and info in the industry. Blogs can help you with customer’s view of your business good or bad comments from customers are needed. This helps you know what’s need to be adjust and what you are doing properly.
http://www.bloglander.com/cheapeats/
What I disliked about blogging was reading everybody article at first, but by read there article and blog gives you a voice to. I hated finding trends; because most articles were what the person thought was a new trend was instead of facts. You can blogging in the further for the fact that it’s an updated way to keep up with current events’, trends, and info in the industry. Blogs can help you with customer’s view of your business good or bad comments from customers are needed. This helps you know what’s need to be adjust and what you are doing properly.
http://www.bloglander.com/cheapeats/
My Blog Experience
Overall, I had a positive experience doing the blog assignments. It forced me to read articles I wouldn't normally read. It has helped to make me aware of the trends and issues in the business environment that I hope to work in one day. I most liked being able to express my opinions about the issues that I felt was most important. I disliked having to research the articles, primarily because alot of time there were no clear cut paths to finding specific topics. Sometimes articles would be sparse on information, or the link wouldnt come up properly and you wouldnt see the proper story.
Blogging forces you to be aware of current events and issues in the industry. Being knowledgeable of the present issues and future trends, helps you better prepare for obstacles you might have to overcome as well as making you aware of possible oppurtunities to grow your business. Blogging would be beneficial in getting customer feed back on your establishment and services. Having this open line of communication makes it easier to accomadate changing customer tastes and views. I found a interesting blog about southern food culture and how it changes in definition and scope. My family is from the south and has very different views on food, I feel that by looking at this blog I can learn about more differences and us that knowledge to shape my career
http://sofood.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
New trends in Hospital food
http://www.newswise.com/articles/new-trends-in-hospital-food-healthy-tasty-and-organic
As most people believe, hospital food is tolerable at best. But at a hospital in Michigan, the head chef there is following the national trend of changing and updating the foods hospitals off. Using spices and organic ingredients, the chef hopes to cover each patients dietary needs as well as making great tasting satisfying meals.
When I was a dietary aid few years back, the food did little to appease the patients palates. The food as often bland and was visually unappealing. There also was limited menu choices for patients due to dietary restriction. So I am very glad to see that hospitals are trying to provide both nutritious and satisfying meals.
As most people believe, hospital food is tolerable at best. But at a hospital in Michigan, the head chef there is following the national trend of changing and updating the foods hospitals off. Using spices and organic ingredients, the chef hopes to cover each patients dietary needs as well as making great tasting satisfying meals.
When I was a dietary aid few years back, the food did little to appease the patients palates. The food as often bland and was visually unappealing. There also was limited menu choices for patients due to dietary restriction. So I am very glad to see that hospitals are trying to provide both nutritious and satisfying meals.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Local and fresh food in school increase participation at lunch
http://food-management.com/segments/schools/chilton-hilbert-public-school-0210/
This article interested me not only because of the on-site local source but the face that they are stopping the use of processed dried potatoes and instead using fresh. YES! I hate flake potatoes and can taste the difference against a fresh potatoes. Also, I know a while back, maybe 5-7 years they re did a school in Chelsea, MA and did the food court style lunch area as dicussed in the article. I think it's an excellent way to jeep kids asctively involved with school lunches.
This article interested me not only because of the on-site local source but the face that they are stopping the use of processed dried potatoes and instead using fresh. YES! I hate flake potatoes and can taste the difference against a fresh potatoes. Also, I know a while back, maybe 5-7 years they re did a school in Chelsea, MA and did the food court style lunch area as dicussed in the article. I think it's an excellent way to jeep kids asctively involved with school lunches.
Monday, February 8, 2010
The Death of the Drive-Thru - QSR Magazine
The Death of the Drive-Thru - QSR Magazine
This article speaks of slowly diminishing drive-thru ordering within QSRs in Canada. There have already been laws passed to stop cars idling while in line. Some alternatives they spoke of is one day having cell phone ordering. I believe this is a trend that is here to stay for a long time because the next most important issue after obesity is the enviornment. Hopefully these changes come into effect soon.
This article speaks of slowly diminishing drive-thru ordering within QSRs in Canada. There have already been laws passed to stop cars idling while in line. Some alternatives they spoke of is one day having cell phone ordering. I believe this is a trend that is here to stay for a long time because the next most important issue after obesity is the enviornment. Hopefully these changes come into effect soon.
Pollo Campero to add healthy menu at new Disney World location
http://www.qsrweb.com/article.php?id=17232&na=1
By Pollo Campero trying this new concept will open the eyes to guest the of Disney on how to eat healthy. From want they are used to seeing such as chicken and fires at Pollo Campero. Disney is a strong place to open something like this. The amount of people that visit Disney yearly is uncountable. By open in the Downtown Disney Marketplace area you are open newest fresh restaurant concept of salads and wraps, to visitors from all over the world. This is a way to open some people eyes to some good Latin foods. This will serve as a quick service also, but with restaurant style.
By Pollo Campero trying this new concept will open the eyes to guest the of Disney on how to eat healthy. From want they are used to seeing such as chicken and fires at Pollo Campero. Disney is a strong place to open something like this. The amount of people that visit Disney yearly is uncountable. By open in the Downtown Disney Marketplace area you are open newest fresh restaurant concept of salads and wraps, to visitors from all over the world. This is a way to open some people eyes to some good Latin foods. This will serve as a quick service also, but with restaurant style.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Taco Bell to promo new NBA 5-Buck Box during Super Bowl
http://www.qsrweb.com/article.php?id=17176&na=1&s=2
When it comes to quick-service the NBA & NFL half time is the best time to broadcast anything. With Taco Bell trying out this new 5 buck box which way to catch the fans but during half time. And the with help of NBA league biggest stars the five box is sure to sell if not from the taste for the star power.
Should QSR burger chains rethink the combo meal? | QSR Trends | QSR Web
Should QSR burger chains rethink the combo meal? QSR Trends QSR Web
This article talks about combo meals and their unpopularity in the new year and last. Sales have been going down 1to 2 percent due to dollar menu choices and limited choices. Studies ahve shown that consumers want healthier options in stead of the traditional freos and drink. I think that this article speaks on the very important issue of obesity in America and what the QSRs need to do to fix the problem. More options equals good results but healthy options eqauls great results.
This article talks about combo meals and their unpopularity in the new year and last. Sales have been going down 1to 2 percent due to dollar menu choices and limited choices. Studies ahve shown that consumers want healthier options in stead of the traditional freos and drink. I think that this article speaks on the very important issue of obesity in America and what the QSRs need to do to fix the problem. More options equals good results but healthy options eqauls great results.
2010 trends for onsite food service
http://www.rimag.com/article/440475-College_Food_Trends_for_2010.php
In this article in Restaurant and institution magazine, they profile Sodexho, a food service management establishment located on 600 campus around the country. It discusses food trends in the industry such as comfort foods and it discusses how college student often adopt regional fare as comfort foods. Suprisingly college students are showing an increase in interest of locally grown products.
I definately agree that while away at school, comfort foods are something that I crave. I often cook things that remind me of home. Also when I eat in the dinning halls I look for things that make me feel like I'm at home. I think that students nowadays are more aware of the environment around thwm, so the increased interest in local sourced food isnt surprising
In this article in Restaurant and institution magazine, they profile Sodexho, a food service management establishment located on 600 campus around the country. It discusses food trends in the industry such as comfort foods and it discusses how college student often adopt regional fare as comfort foods. Suprisingly college students are showing an increase in interest of locally grown products.
I definately agree that while away at school, comfort foods are something that I crave. I often cook things that remind me of home. Also when I eat in the dinning halls I look for things that make me feel like I'm at home. I think that students nowadays are more aware of the environment around thwm, so the increased interest in local sourced food isnt surprising
http://food-management.com/news/prepacked-wellness-meals-luby-1209/
This article is about Luby's Culinary Services and it's new prepakaged meals under 600 calories.
I think this company, in general, would be g0od to look at for the Onsite portion of our prject because of how much it offers. It's whole goal is to make meals at hospitals and schools memerable instead of "blah". Below is the link to the company site.http://www.lubyscs.com/PatientsCare.asp
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