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The most important news and updates from HRA and our trusted partners.
2016, A Year for the Books…….
2016 was a year full of great strides and interesting challenges. The state of our Country is uncertain with the recent Presidential election. What will happen to minimum wage? What about the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? Will the incoming administration be supportive of...
HRA Annual Holiday Party Recap
The annual HRA Holiday Party was on held on December 5th at Bill's Sydney at Waikiki Beach Walk. Over 150 members and guests attended. It was a festive evening with the Noelani Cypriano trio performing their greatest hits and holiday classics. Amazing food was...
HRA November networking mixer recap
On November 14, over 80 HRA members and guests enjoyed a beautiful sunset, great pupus and thirst quenching libations at Tiki’s Grill and Bar. Thanks to our sponsors, Michael Miller of Tiki’s Grill and Bar, Full Sail Brewery, Young’s Market, Waikiki Brewing Company,...
Recommended Guidelines for Donations on National Safe Toys and Gifts Month
For restaurants promoting gift donations for children, the most important thing we should think about is their safety. December is declared “National Safe Toys and Gifts Month” to ensure we are careful when making toy and gift choices, and to keep in mind their safety...
Why did Q3 restaurant visits decline for first time in 5 years?
After 6 consecutive years of annual traffic gains restaurant industry traffic growth was flat for first half of 2016, but 3rd quarter results, led by quick serve restaurants [80% of total industry visits] came to standstill and are now experiencing a slowdown in...
Food Temperature Control Basics
As you know (I hope!), some foods need Time and/or Temperature Control for Safety. We call those foods TCS Foods (formerly Potentially Hazardous Foods, PHF), and they’re the ones that support bacterial growth. The temperature danger zone for these foods is 41° –...
New Member Profile: BLT Market
BLT Market, a farm-to-table concept restaurant, highlights the best of Hawaiʻi’s regional and seasonal offerings. Located in Waikiki’s Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach, the restaurant features a daily-changing menu with a focus on fresh ingredients and products...
New Member Profile: Peter B Food Safety Audits
Providing safe food to your guests has become an important part of any restaurant or foodservice facility. With more comprehensive regulation, plus our customers growing awareness of what happens at your operation thru the internet and social media, ensuring safe food...
Executive Director’s Message: November 2016
We’re already tired of hearing about it but it has just begun……… Talking about what happened on Tuesday as Donald Trump won the Presidential Election. This has created much talk in the media and business World. Many questions unanswered. Here’s one, how will...