Culinology Online News

New ACF Board of Directors Announced

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:50:56 PDT

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.—Mark Kent, chair of the American Culinary Federation Inc.’s (ACF) Nominations and Elections Committee, has announced the results of the Board of Directors national election. The following candidates secured the majority vote and will serve as the national ACF board of directors for a two-year term that begins ...(521 words)

Price Wars Will Pinch If Commodities Rise in 2010

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:03:43 PDT

NEW YORK—Analysts are predicting that energy and ingredient costs will rise in 2010, a situation that would compromise operators who have succumbed to an ongoing price-cutting war in efforts to catalyze increased business. Raising prices to reflect increased cost inputs very well might slow sales, but maintaining low prices could ...(55 words)

Free Legumes Course Offered at CIA

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:54:39 PDT

MOSCOW, Idaho—Through a variety of discussions, demonstrations and hands-on participation, attendees of the “Legumes: Wholesome Ingredients for Value-Added Foods” two-day culinary course offered by The USA Dry Pea Lentil Council at the Culinary Institute of America, Greystone, on Aug. 27 to 28, 2009 will learn the value dry peas, ...(252 words)

RCA at IFT 2009 in Anaheim

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:18:04 PDT

The Research Chefs Association will host two noteworthy events during the 2009 IFT Annual Meeting Food Expo in Anaheim.IFT/RCA Culinology® Presentation: Connecting Art Soul to Science Through CulinologySunday June 7, 12:15 to 1:15 P.M.Hear from a panel of leading RD professionals who will share their secrets for maintaining ...(97 words)

RCA Hits NRA

Wed, 13 May 2009 10:54:38 PDT

The Research Chefs Association (RCA) will have a presence at the National Restaurant Association Show taking place May 16 to 19 at McCormick Place in Chicago.RCA Networking ReceptionSunday, May 17, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.Union League Club65 West Jackson Boulevard, ChicagoNon-members are welcome, business attire (no jeans or sneakers), no RSVP ...(114 words)

FDA Sends General Mills Warning Letter

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:29:26 PDT

FDA issued a warning letter to General Mills regarding violations in the label and labeling of Cheerios® Toasted Whole Grain Oat Cereal. The letter notes that “we have determined that your Cheerios® Toasted Whole Grain Oat Cereal is promoted for conditions that cause it to be a drug because the ...(69 words)

NRA Responds to CSPI Sodium Report

Tue, 12 May 2009 09:18:43 PDT

WASHINGTON—National Restaurant Association (NRA) Executive Vice President of Public Affairs Beth Johnson today said she was disappointed in the latest claims from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) regarding sodium and the restaurant industry.“The restaurant industry has been making tremendous strides on the topic of sodium and ...(234 words)

Weekday Restaurant Traffic Slows

Thu, 07 May 2009 09:54:28 PDT

CHICAGO—A new report from the NPD Group reveals that, for the second consecutive quarter, restaurant traffic dipped below year-ago levels as mounting job losses hurt lunch weekday visits and supper traffic declines continued.According to the report, the quick service restaurant (QSR) segment experienced its first decline this quarter since winter ...(90 words)

More Kid’s Menus, Regional Cuisines

Tue, 05 May 2009 11:30:42 PDT

AUSTIN, Texas—Consumers can expect to see more restaurants delivering value, convenience, healthier options and more regional cuisines, said Greg Schweizer, a culinary consultant and former executive director of menu development for Applebee's, who spoke at the Value Cuts Summit May 1.As reported by Meatingplace, Schweizer highlighted the trend toward expanded ...(80 words)

Restaurant Industry Outlook Positive

Tue, 05 May 2009 11:04:47 PDT

WASHINGTON—The outlook for the restaurant industry improved in March, as the National Restaurant Association’s comprehensive index of restaurant activity rose for the third consecutive month.The Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI), a monthly composite index that tracks the health of and outlook for the U.S. restaurant industry, stood at 97.7 in ...(103 words)