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Hollywood hasn't done a great job of pumping out the blockbusters this summer. And that's saddled theaters with a big problem.
How do you keep revenues up, even as the number of people going to the movies is down.
Turns out part of that solution may involve a relatively small change. Some theaters are experimenting with moving the candy out of the glass case and straight into the path of moviegoers.
If you are, or have been, the parent of a toddler, you can probably imagine why this works. You've already invested a small fortune in movie tickets. You are headed for a blissful two hours in a dark theater. All you have to do is maneuver your kid past the racks of candy, now within the reach of his grabby, tiny, hands.
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NAC
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) announced that it will partner with the University of Memphis to conduct a Concession Manager Certification (CCM) On-Line course for the 2017 Spring Semester. Larry Etter, CCM, NAC's Director of Education and Senior Vice President of Malco Theatres will once again be the instructor. Etter also serves as adjunct professor at the University's Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality and Resort Management.
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NAC
We are asking the attendees of the 2016 NAC Concession & Hospitality Expo at the Depot Renaissance in Minneapolis to evaluate our activities at the show. Please be candid as your input will help us to improve our offerings in the future. Please take a few minutes to fill out this brief survey form.
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NAC
Two years ago, NAC conducted a survey of Concessions Operators in order to gain a deeper understanding of operational practices, benchmarks and economic impact of our business. We are doing a refresh of this Survey in 2016 to record and report any changes or new observations and are asking for Concession Operator participants in the industry to take this very brief online survey. CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEY.
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WPVI-TV
Citizens Bank Park has plenty of healthy food options that won't derail your diet during a trip to the ballpark.
If you go see a game every once in a while, it's fine to splurge.
But if you're trying to be more healthy conscious, you won't have trouble finding healthy options.
It's all thanks to a partnership between Aramark and the American Heart Association.
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Fortune
Pizza is now available at the touch of a button.
Ohio's Xavier University can now boast its the owner of the nation's first official "Pizza ATM."
The vending machine will serve up hot pies 24 hours a day, seven days a week at just the touch of a button, Cincinnati.com reports.
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Columbus Business First
The food and beverage vendor for several of Central Ohio's biggest attractions is about to add the Greater Columbus Convention Center to its duties.
The Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority selected Chicago-based Levy Restaurants as the food and beverage partner for the venue, pending board approval which could come Aug. 16.
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The Orange County Register
The Concessionaire's Cup is an annual bragging rights contest that pits OC Fair vendors against each other as they attempt to win judges over with their whimsical, wacky and deep fried delights.
Recently, a panel of judges that included yours truly, the Fast Food Maven, tasted 64 foods entered in six categories: Best Fried Food, Best on a Bun, Best Ethnic Dish, Best Dessert, Best Beverage and Owner's Favorite.
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Food Business News
Skittles, Red Bull and Pringles are among the top brands discussed, shared and liked online, according to a new report from social analytics firm NetBase. In its "Social Media Industry Report 2016: Food and Beverage Brands" study, NetBase ranked 72 of the most beloved brands in the categories of beverages, dairy, snacks candy and cereal, based on more than 84 million mentions across social networks, review sites, blogs and forums between June 22, 2015, and June 21, 2016.
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Food Dive
Sales of gluten-free products continue to rise, with the market expected to reach $4.89 billion by 2021, compared to $2.84 billion in 2014, according to a new report from Transparency Market Research.
Projected annual revenue growth in the sector from 2015 to 2021 is projected to hover around 7.7 percent.
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Fast Company
Walk around a local farmers' market or a big chain like Whole Foods or even Walmart and you'll be overwhelmed by the sheer variety of "natural" and "healthy" foods. Consumers want foods they believe offer more health benefits and are made without artificial ingredients, and farmers and food manufacturers are happy to sell to them.
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CBS News
Soda has finally met its match: water.
U.S. sales of bottled water are expected to top soda for the first time ever as early as this year, with consumers increasingly opting for healthier alternatives to carbonated beverages, according to a market research firm.
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