Many people from the food and beverage industry assume that the Michelin Guide began with the restaurant industry1. It was the brainchild of brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin in France in 1889, where they first founded their tire company to revolutionize the automobile industry in France1. The French brothers...
Read moreRestaurateurs have been exposed to innovations in the food and beverage industry over time. Some of the catalysts behind these innovations include evolving demographics, labor shortage, and new technological advancements1. For example, according to Toast’s third annual industry report released in 2017, 95 per cent of restauranteurs believe that technology...
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photo: Burgers by Shake Shack. Credits: @shakeshack Based on various industry-driven studies, there has been notable demand seen in the casual dining segment, leading chefs to branch out and expand their line of business1. According to Euromonitor International, sales accumulated from casual restaurants grew between ten and 11 per cent annually from...
Read moreTechnological advancements are inevitable1. According to Robert Grimes, President and Chief Executive of the International Food & Beverage Technology Association, he shared that by adopting the latest technology, restaurants can flourish and improve their business operations1. Robots are here to stay Robotics is a key element in technology that...
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photo: Healthy chicken meal The idea of consuming fats is daunting and one shudders at the thought1. There have been numerous negative connotations associated with the consumption of fats. For example, eating fats result in cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer and obesity2. However, studies by food scientists have revealed that...
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photo: A home-cooked ayam masak merah dish Eid. It marks the end of Ramadan, where Muslims fast for 30 days. In Asia, Hari Raya is a more commonly used term instead of Eid. During this time, family members visit one another and bond over scrumptious meals. Here are some...
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photo: Poached eggs for breakfast Make the microwave your new best friend The microwave does more than just heat food. It also cooks them. Here are some ideas that can quickly satisfy hunger pangs using a microwave. Microwaved-poached eggs Gooey and oozing with golden yolk goodness. That is the texture...
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photo: Chicken banh mi From crispy Vietnamese banh mi to savory Malaysian roti John, here is a list of popular Asian sandwiches that are worth the hype. Banh Mi Banh mi refers to bread in Vietnamese. Baguette is typically used in banh mi as introduced by the French during colonization1. It is a staple dish among the locals...
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photo: Chicken pad Thai Songkran is Thailand’s most famous festival1 and the equivalent of New Year’s Day. This three-day festival is a joyous occasion among the Thais and falls annually on April 13. During this festive period, most business chains are closed while mega-supermalls continue to operate under normal business hours1. Locals will return...
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Eggs were once perceived as unhealthy due to the high levels of cholesterol found in yolks. However, this myth has been debunked by scientists worldwide1. According to Healthline, recent studies reveal that eggs increase the amount of healthy cholesterol. They also do not have a negative impact to cholesterol...
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