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The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) in cooperation with the Comprehensive Initiative for the Transformation of Organizations (CITO) Foundation recently launched a new book entitled “Food for Thought: How Agribusiness is Feeding the World” by agribusiness expert Rolando T. Dy, Ph. D. The author, who is the Executive Director of the UA&P Center for Food and Agri Business (CFA) and also the Dean of the UA&P School of Management, has more than 30 years experience as an observer of international agriculture development.

“Food for Thought” is the first of its kind that takes a broad look at global agribusiness and reveals the extent of the sector’s reach and significance. Read the rest of this entry »

The food service industry in the Philippines has improved over the m  years. It has been a part of the Filipino culture to dine out during work breaks and when celebrating different occasions. The introduction of foods like hamburger, spaghetti, sushi, Thai food and even Korean dishes has contributed to Filipinos’ food preference. Another reason is the industrialization and growth among the number of women in the workforce.

Women traditionally do the cooking in Filipino households, but because they are preoccupied with work outside their homes, many of them buy cooked food, have them delivered or just dine out. Read the rest of this entry »

Hygiene and sanitation are the foremost considerations in setting-up and managing a food service business. It is the responsibility of the food service operator to take care of the health of the customers and workers. This can be done through knowledge of proper hygiene and sanitation even before the operation starts.

A. Water

This is to ensure the cleanliness of the food, equipment at the dining area, and the surroundings. Make sure that you have clean water containers that are always covered. Read the rest of this entry »

In starting up a catering and fast food service business, one needs to have sufficient knowledge about the investment and manpower requirement, other expenses, food costing and pricing and profit.

Capital Requirement

The type of catering and food service business can be determined by the capital invested on it. A home-based catering service business that offers delivery service, has smaller capital requirement. Much bigger capital is needed in setting up a restaurant especially when located in an elegant place like a hotel. Read the rest of this entry »

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