New Jersey’s Skip the Stuff Law

SUMMARY Governor Murphy signed New Jersey’s Skip the Stuff law requiring restaurants, food trucks, hospitals, schools and arenas to provide single-use utensils and condiments only upon customer request starting August 1, 2026. Studies show a 94% reduction in disposable items, saving restaurants money. Full-service restaurants with 10+ seats must provide reusable utensils for dine-in, making … Read more

Beyond Yelp: Using AI to Pick Restaurants

SUMMARY AI revolutionizes restaurant selection by acting as an intelligent dining consultant that processes multiple preferences simultaneously, delivers tailored recommendations and secures reservations. Unlike traditional review sites or random choices, AI understands nuanced criteria and analyzes large volumes of feedback to identify ideal dining options, including real-time wait times and availability. By enabling personalized, efficient … Read more