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The Death of the Plant-Based Meat Fad

The Death of the Plant-Based Meat Fad

Published on Sunday, May 31, 2026 The contemporary culinary landscape is undergoing an unprecedented and profound structural paradigm shift. This movement represents a definitive departure from the highly engineered, laboratory-centric meat alternatives that dominated the market throughout the previous decade, transitioning instead toward an era characterized by whole-food revivalism, agricultural biodiversity, and functional nutrition. For…

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The Ozempic Economy: Is the Food Industry Shrinking?

The Ozempic Economy: Is the Food Industry Shrinking?

Publishedon Sunday, March 8, 2026 The rise of GLP-1 weight-loss medications presents an unforeseen and formidable challenge to American small business owners within the hospitality sector. This development arrives as the industry continues to navigate perennial difficulties such as persistent inflation, supply chain volatility, and elevated labor costs. Industry experts are now voicing serious concerns…

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SURE™ Food Defense Manager Instructor-Led Remote Course

SURE™ Food Defense Manager Instructor-Led Remote Course

The food defense solution for foodservice and retail establishments. The SURE™ Food Defense Managers Instructor-Led Remote Course uses the SHARE principle to protect the global food supply. If food is your business, then you need SURE™ Food Defense Certified! SURE™ Food Defense using the SHARE (Strategy, Hazards, Accessibility, Restriction, and Enforcement) principle provides a solid…

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The Food Safety Playbook: A Chef’s Essential Guide

The Food Safety Playbook: A Chef’s Essential Guide

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Foodborne illnesses are a grave threat to the culinary world, capable of devastating a restaurant’s reputation and financial stability. Beyond the immediate…

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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 Crucial Role of Retail HACCP Training in Securing Food Service Variances

The Crucial Role of Retail HACCP Training in Securing Food Service Variances

Published on August 3, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program For food service operators, ensuring the safety of their offerings is paramount. While standard food safety practices are essential, certain innovative or specialized processes may require a variance from typical regulations. This is where…

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Remote Food Protection Manager Course & Exams: Get Certified, Stay Compliant!

Remote Food Protection Manager Course & Exams: Get Certified, Stay Compliant!

Published on July 23, 2025, by Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Are you looking to advance your career in the food industry? Do you need to ensure your establishment meets the highest food safety standards? Look no further! Our comprehensive Remote Food Protection Manager…

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Elevate Your Food Safety Expertise: Sarasota ServSafe® Program Registration Now Open!

Elevate Your Food Safety Expertise: Sarasota ServSafe® Program Registration Now Open!

Published on July 21, 2025, by Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Sarasota, FL – Prepare to safeguard your patrons and enhance your professional credentials! Registration is now open for the highly anticipated ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program, scheduled for Jul 31, 2025 8:45 AM….

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ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program Comes to Tallahassee!

Published on July 13, 2025, by Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Tallahassee, FL –  Food service professionals in Tallahassee and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to enhance their food safety knowledge and obtain critical certification with the upcoming ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification…

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