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November 17, 2008
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A New Machine Age
Some school foodservice operations are finding great advantage to managing their own vending programs. This in-depth article takes you through the business models and skill sets to be familiar with if you're thinking about vending. PLUS: a close-up look at Denver Public Schools' pilot program for reimbursable vending, including a video clip. Read More

Two-Bite Delights
Appetizers and snacks are the perfect culinary playground for imaginative onsite chefs! Here are some playful new recipes, unexpected twists and perennial faves. Read More

Nurturing the RD to FSD Connection
Who will be onsite foodservice's future directors and managers, and where will they come from? RDs have the know-how onsite needs, but selling them on foodservice management careers is a challenge. Here are some perspectives on the issue. Read More


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Richard Ysmael: 1941-2008
Richard Ysmael, longtime head of Food Works, the in-house dining operation at Motorola, Inc., passed away October 14th after a long battle with lymphoma. Read More

Editor's Page: A Question of True Value
In a time of economic uncertainty, onsite dining offers a comfort level and meal value that can’t be matched. But competing for onsite's market share requires strong efforts to reinforce this value in your customers' minds. Read More

HFM Goes Home Again
A 20th anniversary celebrates two decades of progress for HFM members. Food Management's own John Lawn won the 2008 President's Award. Read More


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Basics & Beyond: Just Stew It!
Some warm and cozy stew ideas just in time for winter! Includes a recipe for a unique potato vindaloo. Read More

Book Review: Swindled
The new book by Bee Wilson, Swindled: The Dark History of Food Fraud, from Poisoned Candy to Counterfeit Coffee, takes us on a fascinating, horrifying and strangely satisfying journey of the history of what swindlers have foisted on an unsuspecting public over the years. Mock Turtle Soup, anyone?

Bench Strength: A Sweet New Direction
Comcast baker and industry up-and-comer Shamika Moody figured out what she wanted in a career and went after it. Read More


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Beverage Cart: Winning the Bottle Battle
High-volume onsite retail operations have to work to keep packaged beverages on the shelf. Read More

Working A-range-ments
Manufacturers have been adding new features to make range units more user-friendly. Consider the differences between the basic types of range lines. Read More

Just Desserts
In this month's weird and wonderful Just Desserts, we take a look at how PETA handled an odd request. Read More

 
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