Beyond the Bleachers: How  Hotels Can Tackle the Competition for Football Fans with Winning Room Packages

Beyond the Bleachers: How Hotels Can Tackle the Competition for Football Fans with Winning Room Packages

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program As the roar of the crowd signals another exciting football season, the hospitality industry prepares for a surge in visitors. Many hotels…

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Touchdown for Taverns: How Non-Sports Bars Can Score Big with Football Fans This Season

Touchdown for Taverns: How Non-Sports Bars Can Score Big with Football Fans This Season

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program For many establishments, the term “football bar” conjures images of wall-to-wall screens and roaring crowds. But what if your bar isn’t a…

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Kickoff Your Tailgate Safely: A Game Plan for a Foodborne Illness-Free 2025 Season

Kickoff Your Tailgate Safely: A Game Plan for a Foodborne Illness-Free 2025 Season

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program As the 2025 football season kicks off, fans across the city are firing up their grills and filling up their coolers. Tailgating…

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The Hidden Threat: Why Pests Jeopardize Restaurant Food Safety

The Hidden Threat: Why Pests Jeopardize Restaurant Food Safety

Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Pests in a restaurant setting are more than just an unsightly nuisance; they pose a significant threat to food safety, public health, and…

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The Hidden Cost: Why Restaurants Opt for Foreign Seafood Over Local Catches

The Hidden Cost: Why Restaurants Opt for Foreign Seafood Over Local Catches

Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program The Economic Equation: Cost Factors Driving Seafood Choices In today’s competitive culinary landscape, restaurants are constantly seeking ways to optimize their operations and…

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09/09/2025 Panama City Beach, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

09/09/2025 Panama City Beach, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

Don’t miss out! Registration for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program in Panama City Beach, FL closes on September 4th at 9:00 AM! Our program is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-Conference for Food Protection (CFP) and blends the latest FDA Food Code with years of food sanitation training experience. Managers learn…

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09/08/2025 Pensacola, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

09/08/2025 Pensacola, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

Time is running out, Pensacola! ⏳ Don’t miss your chance to register for next Monday’s ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program. Registration closes this Thursday, September 4th at 9:00 AM! This ANSI-CFP accredited program blends the latest FDA Food Code, cutting-edge food safety research, and years of food sanitation training experience. You’ll learn essential food safety…

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The Rise of Mocktails: A Spirited Shift in Consumer Preferences

The Rise of Mocktails: A Spirited Shift in Consumer Preferences

Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on August 31, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program As consumer preferences continue to evolve, a significant and transformative shift is underway in the beverage industry, with a notable decline in alcohol…

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All the Ways to Coconut Your Cocktail

All the Ways to Coconut Your Cocktail

Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on August 31, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Coconut, a versatile and deeply flavorful ingredient, stands as a cornerstone in the vibrant world of tropical cocktails. Its rich, creamy texture, often…

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Can Alcohol Help Fast-Food Brands Win on Experience?

Can Alcohol Help Fast-Food Brands Win on Experience?

Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on August 31, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In a surprising but increasingly common trend, quick-service restaurants (QSRs) are embracing alcohol as a key ingredient in their strategy to enhance the…

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