Google originally purchased restaurant review company Zagat for approximately $151 million dollars in 2011 in hopes of pitting the once-premier brand against upstart rivals such as Yelp. Unfortunately, they never really gave the brand the attention that it needed to prevail and now they are cutting their losses by selling the brand to The Infatuation, […]
For a lot of restaurants, the commercial floor fryer is one of the most used pieces of equipment. Fried fish, fried chicken strips, fried onion rings and, of course, French fries – all cooked in oil in a fryer. But not all fryers are the same. One oft overlooked feature of commercial deep fryers is […]
The Short Answer: Nope. The Long Answer: Wood pulp is the base component of melamine dinnerware. Imagine a tree that hasn’t been watered in ages. Its branches would be weak, brittle, and break more easily than if it was properly watered. Melamine dinnerware acts much the same when it’s frequently microwaved or exposed to temperatures hotter […]
Avoid spreading bacteria such as E. coli with this quick, handy guide to color-coded knives. Don’t forget matching cutting boards! Red Raw Meats Blue Raw Fish, Seafood Yellow Raw Poultry, Chicken White Dairy, Cheese Green Produce, Vegetables, Fruit Tan Cooked Meat Purple Allergen Shop Color-Coded Knives and Cutting Boards >
For the last several years, Dunkin’ Donuts has been talking about eliminating its environmentally challenging Styrofoam cups. The chain first announced the decision in 2016 but news has been scant since then. However, a recent press release indicates that the plans are back on track. The Styrofoam cups, which are not recyclable and are problematic […]
Google has announced that it will allow restaurant owners who use the Google My Business service to edit their own menu listing. This is huge for restaurants that update their menus frequently or feature things like seasonal specials. Local business searches via Google for things like restaurants have continued to rise over the last several […]
Shopping for a new commercial blender but confused about clear vs solid jars? It’s not just about personal preference – there are key differences based on the type of food your chef or bartender is blending: Clear Blender Jars Made of polycarbonate Popular for drink blenders Easy to see contents and costs less than stainless […]
Updated: April 9, 2021 For decades, a gas stovetop has been the centerpiece of most commercial kitchens. That’s about to change. Top chefs throughout the U.S. and beyond are breaking with tradition and switching to the Induction Range – an alternative that’s safer, more precise, faster, and more efficient. How It Works Induction cooking uses […]
Complete Your Cocktail Service Stocking up your bar with new cocktail glassware or replenishing from breakage? We’ll help point you in the right direction to make sure you aren’t serving a Manhattan in a margarita glass (gasp!). Featuring Libbey glassware. Highball Glass What is a “highball” cocktail anyway? The classic highball consists of a base […]