FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2020

More Updates and Resources

Changes, resources and their availability are hurtling at us at warp speed. We're staying on top of the latest items relevant to hospitality and, until things settle, packaging into a weekly roundup.

WAIT FOR IT TO-GO COCKTAILS NOT LEGAL YET It's not legal yet to sell mixed drinks to go, but it could be very soon. So get prepared, keep an eye on the news and keep your bartender on call.

Cocktails-to-go bill is approved by Senate, and is on... The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States said if the bill is signed into law, there will be 33 states plus the District of Columbia allowing restaurants and/or bars to sell cocktails to-go, bottled spirits to-go, or both. Eighteen... Read more www.inquirer.com

Required Posting Selling Cocktails to Go? Print and post this sign courtesy of PRLA

Preparing to Reopen

Stay Mellow in the Yellow  Restaurants are still limited to take-out and delivery ONLY. No Dine-in yet. Got a liquor license? Here's what PLCB has to say: "What a licensee can do in a “yellow” county is identical to what is permissible in a “red” county. Therefore, licensees in both “yellow” and “red” counties must continue to strictly adhere to the requirements set forth in this Advisory Notice or risk the sanctions set forth above." See the full advisory notice from PLCB here.

Re-Opening Guide for Safe Events The Event Safety Alliance (ESA) has issued guidance to assist event professionals in re-opening after COVID. ESA is a non-profit dedicated to promoting “life safety first” throughout all phases of event production and execution.

Event Safety Alliance The Event Safety Alliance® (ESA) is dedicated to promoting "life safety first" throughout all phases of event production and execution. We strive to eliminate the knowledge barrier that often contributes to unsafe conditions and behaviors through ... Read more www.eventsafetyalliance.org

FDA Checklist for Re-Opening FDA has provided a food safety re-opening checklist for retail food establishments to consider when re-opening or restarting operations.

Best Practices for Re-Opening Retail Food Establishments ... Food Safety and the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) FDA is providing a food safety re-opening checklist for previously closed retail food establishments or those that have been open with limited service related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This... Read more www.fda.gov

Is Supply & Distribution Ready to Re-Open? Download and read here .

National Restaurant Association has released a 10-page PDF full of guidance for reopening your bar or restaurant. It is available here .

Industry Outlook

COVID Impact on Entertainment Sneak a peek into the shifting entertainment landscape, consumer confidence and Post COVID interests. Get insight into implications for live events and recommendations on how businesses and musicians can connect with customers at this time. READ MORE 

The Future of Festivals

The Fragile Festival Economy These events play important roles in the grand infrastructure of culture. They are a vital source of income for musicians; a way to promote a film and (hopefully) secure distribution rights to reel in a more general audience further down the... Read more www.nytimes.com

And for Something Just a Little Bit Awkweird . . .

The Inn at Little Washington Thinks Mannequins Will Make ... The D.C. area's only restaurant with three Michelin stars, famous for show-stopping presentations of its haute American tasting menus, has come up with an equally theatrical - albeit, a little creepy - way to make its dining room fell less empty... Read more dc.eater.com

Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

Famed Author Brené Brown on Courage During COVID-19 In a time when we are reeling from our businesses being devastated by COVID-19 and our social support groups are essentially shut down, I encourage you all to check in with another doctor besides Dr. Anthony Fauci. Some may be familiar with Dr.... Read more www.barandrestaurantexpo.com

Mental Health America’s Tools2Thrive Toolkit is helpful for home and work with tips and guidance on Owning Your Feelings Finding the Positive Eliminating Toxic Influences Creating Healthy Routines Supporting Others Connecting with Others The 27-page PDF Toolkit is available here .

Check out our previous COVID-19 resource newsletters for more information. May 7 April 30 April 23 April 17 April 10 April 3 March 26

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