Published on Sunday, June 28, 2026 The global hospitality landscape is currently experiencing a profound paradigm shift, characterized by a dual movement: a sober renaissance and a sophisticated savory revolution. The era wherein neon-hued, saccharine non-alcoholic beverages were relegated to the inconspicuous margins of a menu has concluded. Driven by an increasingly health-conscious demographic, adventurous…
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Effective June 1, 2026, HRBUniversal no longer represents the TiPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) Responsible Alcohol Seller/Service program. This decision comes as a direct result of the current policies and actions of 360training® | Regulatory Compliance Training Online. Moving forward, I strongly advise hotels, bars, and restaurants to look closely at the ServSafe Alcohol® program,…
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ServSafe® Courses & Exams are the most current and comprehensive food, beverage, and operation training programs in the industry. Our training programs are developed by the National Restaurant Association. We understand your concerns. A team of professionals, with hands-on experience in the food service industry, is available to you. HRBUniversal will make training convenient with…
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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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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 the restaurant industry navigates an intricate landscape characterized by evolving consumer expectations, sophisticated payment technologies, and increasingly stringent financial regulations, a crucial…
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