Cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting: What’s the difference?

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

An essential part of running a successful food truck, especially now in regard to the ongoing coronavirus, is maintaining a clean environment. Whether you stay…

Deploying a contactless delivery strategy

by Richard Traylor — Writer, WebstaurantStore

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has food truck operators innovating and adjusting as well as implementing new approaches to make food sales safe for both…

It's not easy being a food truck operator in one South Carolina city

March 19, 2020

Food truck operators in Greenville, South Carolina are becoming a rare sight and a main reason may be the regulatory environment.

FDA hosting food stakeholder call-in this afternoon

March 18, 2020

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is hosting a call today for foodservice providers to learn how the government agency is responding to their concerns…

US restaurants vs coronavirus: The very real things US brands can do now

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

No, the coronavirus is not a major health threat in the U.S. at this time. But the fact is, that could quickly change, and there are some very real…

4 tasks that kitchen robots should take over

Advances in robotics technology are helping commercial kitchen workers be more effective and efficient in several key areas.

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8 ways to prevent restaurant workers from spreading Hep A

Since the Hepatitis A virus spreads so easily and quickly through food and water, it’s a huge threat for restaurants. It’s critical that restaurants take every…

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Chick-fil-A food truck instigates walkout by LGBTQ supporters

November 15, 2019

Students walked out of a high school in West Linn, Oregon, to protest anti-LGBTQ attitudes on campus, pointing to the presence of a Chick-fil-A food truck…

Tork releases online modules to boost foodservice professionals

October 29, 2019

Tork, an Essity brand in workplace hygiene, has launched Reach for the Stars, a free online module series to help foodservice managers and owners improve their…

Toast acquires HR/payroll software provider

July 24, 2019

Toast Inc., a restaurant management platform, has acquired StratEx, a provider of HR and payroll software for restaurants, according to a press release.

8 ways to prevent workers from spreading Hep A

Make sure all employees know what Hep A is and precautions they must take to minimize risk.

Dreumex debuts no-rinse disinfecting wipe for food industry

April 18, 2019

Dreumex is debuting a no-rinse disinfecting wipe that destroys E. Coli 0157 and H7 and Shigella dysenteriae, as well as other foodborne pathogens and viruses.

It's your call: Who will win FastCasual's 2019 Excellence in Food Safety award?

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

FastCasual has partnered with Steritech to honor one fast casual brand for Excellence in Food Safety, but it's up to FastCasual's readers to come up with the…

Dubai introduces mobile food testing lab

January 2, 2019

The municipality of Dubai has introduced its first mobile smart food testing laboratory at Global Village to ensure food safety through instant testing…

Women’s lifestyle website: food trucks safer than restaurants

January 2, 2019

Food trucks generally are safer to eat at than most food establishments, according to an article in The Frisky, a women's lifestyle and entertainment website.

Canadian authorities recall Adam Bros red, green lettuce, cauliflower

December 17, 2018

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency this weekend issued a recall on "certain cauliflower, red leaf lettuce and green leaf lettuce" from Adam Bros. Farming Inc.

Podcast episode 3: Breaking down McDonald's fecal bacteria kiosk screen story

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

Host and QSRweb Editor Shelly Whitehead talks with Kiosk Marketplace Editor Elliot Maras about the industry fallout after the McDonald's contaminated kiosk…

Ohio council member proposes food truck permit, additional regs

November 13, 2018

Ohio's Lakewood City Council is considering a mobile food service ordinance regarding safety, sanitation and liability standards, as well as a new permitting…

Washington State food trucks fight for exemption from commissary requirement

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The proposed bill supported by 12 state lawmakers would allow a mobile food vendor to be granted a variance to the requirement if the food truck has the same…

Mudslides still snag Southern California; support needed for food relief

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

More mudslides are expected in Southern California because many of the hills in the area were scorched by fires that burned the vegetation that would have…