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Donna wrote a new post, New I-9 Form…The Grace Period is Over 1 week, 3 days ago

NEW FORM I-9 – EFFECTIVE MARCH 8, 2013
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published the long-awaited new Form I-9, effective March 8, 2013. The new Form I-9 can be found at […]
Donna wrote a new post, Every day is a National Food Holiday! So what holidays are in April? 1 month ago

April 15

First Mc Donald’s Opened

Glazed Spiral Ham Day

April 16

National Eggs Benedict Day

Day of the Mushroom

April 17

National Cheese Ball Day

April 18

National Animal Cracker Day

April 19

<a href="http://www.gone-ta-pott.com/garlic.html" […]
Donna wrote a new post, Google Maps- A FREE tool that can significantly help your business 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Claiming Your Territory
Are you on the map? The Google map, that is. Many people may not realize that you are actually able to create and claim your business’ address on Google maps. If you haven’t done this yet, […]
Donna commented on the post, LIDA Members need Employment Practices Liability Insurance 1 month, 3 weeks ago

If you own or operate a dining establishment, please read this terrific article. Many restaurant operators are not even aware that this type of insurance exists and how extremely affordable it is.
Donna wrote a new post, Serve Safe Classes for Suffolk County…We Come to You! 2 months, 1 week ago

Contact ;
Margaret Dixon, Long Island Food Safety Consulting (631)774-7073
Donna wrote a new post, Judge Blocks New York City’s Sugary Drink Ban 2 months, 1 week ago

Well, turns out state Supreme Court Justice Milton A. Tingling issued a decision late Monday afternoon which invalidated the entire rule. To see the text of the decision, click here. This decision voids the entire […]
Donna wrote a new post, Integrated Approaches Reduce Pests Control Costs and Infestation Risks 2 months, 3 weeks ago

By Arthur Katz, CEO Knockout Pest Control

They’re small—hardly bigger than a sesame seed—but fungus gnats turned out to be a big problem for one area restaurant. A popular watering hole on Long Island was […]
Donna wrote a new post, Smokin’ Al’s closes in Bay Shore 2 months, 3 weeks ago

You may remember Al Horowitz, owner of Smokin Al’s Famous BBQ Joint, for making news last winter with a widely publicized offer to tear up credit card receipts for Super Bowl Sunday orders in the event of a […]
Donna wrote a new post, These are frightening times for businesses employing 1 to 100 people 2 months, 4 weeks ago

These are frightening times for businesses employing one to 100 people, says Greg Lisi, head of employment and labor law at Uniondale-based Forchelli, Curto, Deegan, Schwartz, Mineo & Terrana. Lisi says the […]
Donna wrote a new post, How to Inspire Customers using Pinterest 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Just like Facebook and Twitter, Pinterest has now become a necessity for any business’s social media strategy. If you really want your Pinterest to stand out and inspire customers, we have some helpful tips that […]
Donna wrote a new post, 2013: What Will the New Year Bring? 3 months ago

CohnReznick’s Hospitality Industry Practice interviewed leading restaurateurs about their concerns for 2013. While many shared a sense of guarded optimism supported by a Same Store Sales increase in 2012, they […]
Donna wrote a new post, Bouncers are now required to have criminal background checks performed 3 months, 1 week ago

Direct persons licensed for on-premises consumption of alcoholic beverages to have a criminal background history check performed on prospective bouncers; defines the term “bouncer”; provides for the establishment […]
Donna wrote a new post, More Consumers Order Food Online Using a Smartphone or Tablet 3 months, 1 week ago

About 69 percent of consumers order food online using a mobile device, according to a new study by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) and Viggle. In the study, IAB and Viggle found that restaurant-specific […]
Donna wrote a new post, 15 Food Myths Revealed 3 months, 3 weeks ago

1) Never wash mushrooms : FALSE. Mushrooms are made up of mostly water and can be washed in water without the fear of absorption.
2) Putting an Avocado Pit in the guacamole prevents it from […]
Donna wrote a new post, Buying a New York Restaurant: Would You Rather Transfer the Existing License or Start a New Company and Get a New License? by The Law Offices of David A. Gabay, PC 4 months ago

Buying a New York Restaurant: Would You Rather Transfer the Existing License or Start a New Company and Get a New License?
by The Law Offices of David A. Gabay, PC

A few days ago I met with a client to discuss […]
Donna wrote a new post, Hospitality Industry Roundtable – Affordable Health Care Act and Importance of Human Capital – Tuesday – February 5, 2013 4 months, 1 week ago
Donna wrote a new post, National Restaurant Association 2013 Food Trends 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Still ordering gazpacho and sliders at your favorite restaurant? Not pre-screening restaurant menus before you make a reservation? Well, hop in the DeLorean and set the chronometer to 2013: You’re really behind […]
Donna wrote a new post, Common Mistakes New Restaurants Make – Part 2 5 months ago

Opening a new restaurant is a daunting task. There are a million decisions to make, and a misstep at any point along the way can cause your business to fail. That’s a big responsibility, and a lot of pressure, but […]
Donna wrote a new post, Social Media Gone Bad? Dealing With Yelp Disasters 5 months ago

In the digital marketing world of eateries and nightlife, “social media” is the be-all end-all in self-promotional buzzwords. Anyone with a quality business establishment can benefit from using social media […]
Donna wrote a new post, Common Mistakes New Restaurants Make – Part 1 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Opening a new restaurant is a daunting task. There are a million decisions to make, and a misstep at any point along the way can cause your business to fail. That’s a big responsibility, and a lot of pressure, but […]
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