[FITT] Dr. Petrick’s Perspective on the History of Lettuce
For a historical perspective on the humble salad bowl, here’s a podcast wherein Dr. Gabriella Petrick – SHA’s food & beverage management expert – is featured extensively: Green Gold
[FoxNews] Chef Instructor Rico DiFronzo Participates in Live Super Bowl Cook-Off
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration’s Chef Instructor Rico DiFronzo – who is also the Executive Chef at the Union Oyster House – participated in a live Super Bowl cook-off on Fox & Friends. Will the winner be clam chowder, or Philly cheese steaks? Watch below, or at this link: Watch the latest video […]
[HMNH] Senior Lecturer Bill Nesto on the Search for the True Chianti
Bill Nesto, senior lecturer at the School of Hospitality and Frances Di Savino, attorney and author, describe the evolution of Chianti as a wine region with historic, cultural, and geographic complexity, then guide guests through a tasting of wines from one of Chianti Classico’s iconic estates. Read more here, and watch below:
Dr. Makarand Mody on New Lifestyle Hotel Brands
Like many other luxury hotel groups before it, Jumeirah Group hopes it can appeal to even more travelers with its newest brand. Jumeirah’s decision to enter this space isn’t surprising, said Makarand Mody, assistant professor of hospitality marketing at the Boston University School of Hospitality Administration. “Lifestyle brands certainly represent the way forward for most hotel companies […]
[Knowledge@Wharton] Chris Muller Talks Restaurants in Grocery Stores
What’s a groceraunt? Full-service restaurants in grocery stores. On September 14, 2017, Dr. Christopher Muller, Professor of the Practice, spoke with Knowledge@Wharton about the new trend coming to grocery stores in the United States. Read more & listen to the full episode of Knowledge@Wharton on the Business Radio on Sirius XM station.
[Skift] Dr. Suzanne Bagnera Discusses How Hotel Employees Can Welcome a Diverse Guest List
Hotels Try to Soothe Guest Concerns | Skift During the 2017 Skift Global Forum in New York City, the brand shared Skift Magazine: Travel in an Age of Permanxiety. The term, “permanxiety”, was introduced by Skift to describe “the current state of the traveler and the consumer mindset.” In “Hotels Try to Soothe Guest Concerns” (pg. […]
[Hotel-Online] The Impact of the September 2017 Hurricanes on the Islands of the Caribbean, Prof. Leora Halpern Lanz
The Impact of the September 2017 Hurricanes on the Islands of the Caribbean | Hotel Online The recent chain of fierce hurricanes have caused tragic impact on islands throughout the Caribbean and southern United States. Hurricanes Irma and Maria, with 150+ mph winds, tore through islands including Barbuda, Dominica, St. Martin/Maarten, St. Thomas, St. John, […]
[H-careers] Dr. Bagnera & Professor Lanz Comment on the Role Played by Hotels During Natural Disasters
The important roles hotels play in natural disasters | Hcareers.com During the most recent hurricanes that destroyed parts of the southern United States and Caribbean islands, hotels played a major role in providing shelter and assistance to displaced individuals and families. Dr. Suzanne Bagnera, Clinical Assistant Professor, and Leora Halpern Lanz, Lecturer, discuss the role […]
HCareers.com: Dr. Suzanne Bagnera shares tips for landing a hospitality internship
How to land a great hospitality internship, HCareers.com Students at the BU School of Hospitality Administration are required to complete two 400-hour hospitality internships. How do they land these summer or part-time experiences? Our Marriott Career Center is a strong resource that provides career counseling and on-campus recruiting. But, where else can students turn to […]
HCareers.com: BU Hospitality Faculty Share Must-Have Personality Traits for a Hospitality Career
In a recent article on HCareers.com, Dr. Suzanne Bagnera and Dr. Mike Oshins shared must-have personality traits for a career in hospitality. Flexibility and a service attitude are just a few of the winning characteristics needed to be a successful leader and colleague in the dynamic hospitality industry. Attitude: “You need to have the right attitude for […]