Providers of fresh farm-raised salmon, True North Seafood has an obsession with delicious, fresh seafood that began the day their ancestors started fishing the waters of the Bay of Fundy six generations ago. And while times have changed, they haven’t.
Ocean Horizons® brand seafood is unsurpassed within the industry. With an array of products ranging from wild-caught and farm-raised to raw commodity and value-added, you are assured of the highest-quality seafood that has been harvested following the most stringent sustainable practices
Our wide variety of seafood offerings is bolstered by strong relationships with independent vendors, manufacturers and fisherman, to provide a great selection of fresh, local, seasonal and catches.
Bring the Vibrant Flavors of Mexican Cuisine to Your Menu. From staples like flank steak, chicken breasts, and fresh produce to specialty items like chorizo and beans, we have everything you need to create an unforgettable south-of-the-border dining experience.
From fine dining, to bar snacks to room service offerings; here you’ll find our selection of specialty cheeses that are perfect for charcuterie as well as use in cooking applications…
With Mother’s Day right around the corners in May, now is a great time to start planning your restaurant’s menu to ensure a successful and memorable celebration for customers. We’ve compiled a list of items that are well suited toward creating celebratory menu offerings.
From fresh produce to premium meats, dessert and everything in between, browse our selection of popular Easter ingredients and give your customers a dining experience they won’t soon forget.
Keto-focused dishes have risen in popularity recently alongside the ketogenic diet craze. Keto dieters focus on foods that are high in fat, quality sources of protein and low in carbohydrates. On this page you’ll find a list of recommended keto-friendly foods and the item numbers for some of our corresponding products.
Dennis Food Service, a 100% employee-owned foodservice distributor serving New England, has hired a new Corporate Chef!
A delicious side or the perfect blank canvas for your creativity. Near East® rice combines long grain rice with nutty, chewy wild rice to bring a change of taste and texture to your table.
Each year an increasing number of hungry diners look to your menus for fresh and trendy seasonal ingredients. Keeping their interests peeked when it comes to menu design and product offerings is vital to your operation…
Rub it, sauce it, smoke it, grill it – barbecue offers on-trend comfort food that satisfies a range of cravings and keeps customers coming back!
Help your customers celebrate with a romantic meal featuring foods and a menu they’re sure to love! Serve up an extra-special Valentine’s Day for your customers with inspiration for your menu from some of our more romantic items!
Dennis Food Service maintains a growing database of recipes, unique dishes and menu concepts. Take advantage of profitable products, seasonal trends and national holidays while discovering new dishes ready for your signature touch.
Our selection of Maine and Atlantic-harvested lobster includes live lobsters, as well as fresh and frozen all-leg, claw-knuckle, and claw-knuckle-tail lobster meat options.
For over 50 years, Handgards® has earned the respect and confidence of the food service industry as a progressive innovator in food safety.
Brunch is on-trend for mid-morning meals. Create a menu that’s sure to impress customers with inspiration from our hand-picked selection of items…
Dennis Food Service is New England’s source for quality, locally sourced products and ingredients!
We source both commodity and value-added seafood products from our supplier partners world-wide. We require our suppliers to meet stringent standards for food quality and product safety.
Over the course of many generations, Wyman’s of Maine has perfected the science of fresh freezing fruit to maintain optimum flavor and nutritional benefits.
We’ve tested, tasted and reviewed hundreds of varieties of traditional, gourmet and new trending meat products to inventory the best selection.
Dennis Food Service purchases from more than 500 manufacturers around the world, the country, and here in New England–guaranteeing we have the products you need.
Dennis Food Service maintains a fully stocked inventory of restaurant and foodservice products. We often stock multiple options in key categories to supply the many unique needs of operators in Maine & New Hampshire.
Rich in history, Dennis Food Service–a 100% employee owned company, has been serving Maine with pride for generations. Five Russian immigrant brothers originally founded the company as a bottling service known as Washington County Bottling Works…
Thousands of food products and related provisions delivered daily from a 130,000 sq/ft distribution facility where quality and service are paramount.
Scallops usually get the fancy treatment, but these scallops… they’re a whole different beast–premium quality without the premium price tag.
Smoked haddock can be elevated without being complicated. When familiar flavors like fish chowder and bacon meet unexpected applications like flatbread, you’re giving guests something they didn’t know they wanted but absolutely need to try again.
Sriracha sauce is a beloved condiment known for its zesty and spicy flavor profile. Its versatility and distinctive taste make it a favorite among chefs and food enthusiasts alike.
Asian flavors are big, bold, rich in flavor, spicy, and vibrant, and above all, they are some of my favorite flavors to utilize. Watch and see how effortlessly you add Asian-inspired flavors to your menu with this simple recipe.
Going green is easier than you might think, and finding creative opportunities for flavor and color in March puts more green on your menu, and in your register!
Most of us purchase and use eggplant for traditional preparations, such as eggplant Parmesan, grilled and stuffed with ricotta for an Eggplant Roulade or perhaps even a breaded eggplant version of a French fry. But ultimately, there will come a time when you find a handful of eggplant within the case that are looking less than desirable.
Pepper, like salt, is one of the fundamental seasoning element used in almost every recipe, including some desserts. Salts and peppers need each others assistance and support to reach their full potential.
Tender shrimp enveloped with crispy thin strands of local potatoes is sure to be a winner on any menu, winter, spring, summer or fall. As an appetizer or an entree Caribou Shrimp is a unique menu item with local flare.
Also know as “zaatar” and “zahtar” this Middle Eastern herb mix is comprised of a mixture of dry basil, thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame seeds…
For naturally enhanced flavors, add Maine Sea Salt Co. products to your repertoire. Their Maine-made sea salts are unrefined, dried by the sun and hand harvested…
A crispy golden fried exterior enveloping a moist creamy center are a few of the many things that make croquettes the perfect finger food appetizer…
Chances are, if you take a good look deep within your restaurant’s can (the garbage can) there is a good chance you will find that your money is being thrown out.
We’re using Island Made Ocean Clams and cooking up two variations of a New England favorite – clam rolls! One sorta traditional and one… naan traditional. The rich, clean, ocean flavor of these clams offers a top-quality dining experience for even the most discerning seafood & clam lovers.
This is our New England spin on a South Florida classic, Conch Fritters. Our rendition is chalk full of native North Atlantic shrimp! Serve with cocktail sauce, tartar sauce or any sauce that makes your pallet smile. Create a New England seafood fritter by substituting a portion of shrimp with lobster leg meat and clams.
Welcome back to Today in Foodservice! In Episode 8, Matt Cuskelly and Chef Trevor Lizotte check in from a bustling summer season to share what’s new, what’s cooking, and what’s inspiring menus right now.
Smoked haddock can be elevated without being complicated. When familiar flavors like fish chowder and bacon meet unexpected applications like flatbread, you’re giving guests something they didn’t know they wanted but absolutely need to try again.
In the latest episode of Today in Foodservice, hosts Matt and Chef Trevor take you through an exciting exploration of essential summer menu items that will elevate your seasonal offerings.
Asian flavors are big, bold, rich in flavor, spicy, and vibrant, and above all, they are some of my favorite flavors to utilize. Watch and see how effortlessly you add Asian-inspired flavors to your menu with this simple recipe.
Most of us purchase and use eggplant for traditional preparations, such as eggplant Parmesan, grilled and stuffed with ricotta for an Eggplant Roulade or perhaps even a breaded eggplant version of a French fry. But ultimately, there will come a time when you find a handful of eggplant within the case that are looking less than desirable.
Tender shrimp enveloped with crispy thin strands of local potatoes is sure to be a winner on any menu, winter, spring, summer or fall. As an appetizer or an entree Caribou Shrimp is a unique menu item with local flare.
A crispy golden fried exterior enveloping a moist creamy center are a few of the many things that make croquettes the perfect finger food appetizer…
We’re using Island Made Ocean Clams and cooking up two variations of a New England favorite – clam rolls! One sorta traditional and one… naan traditional. The rich, clean, ocean flavor of these clams offers a top-quality dining experience for even the most discerning seafood & clam lovers.
Premium quality and highly sustainable, Island Made Ocean Clam are harvested from Maine’s cold, nutrient-rich waters. These clams thrive approximately 5 to 12 miles off-shore in depths of 240 to 400 feet or more.
Add a logo. Create a catering label. Use it for food prep. This touch screen device can do everything you need.
This is a simple house-breaded appetizer that lets the sauces do the talking. Crisp shrimp and calamari meet the heat and depth of Ken’s Boom Boom Sauce, while banana peppers…
Sriracha sauce is a beloved condiment known for its zesty and spicy flavor profile. Its versatility and distinctive taste make it a favorite among chefs and food enthusiasts alike.
Indulge in the culinary delight of our Crab Cake Sandwich, a dish that’s both tantalizingly delicious and remarkably easy to prepare. Perfectly paired with a zesty Dill Pickle Aioli, this sandwich promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. But what’s our secret to crafting these delectable crab cakes, you ask? Let’s unveil the magic!
Asian flavors are big, bold, rich in flavor, spicy, and vibrant, and above all, they are some of my favorite flavors to utilize. Watch and see how effortlessly you add Asian-inspired flavors to your menu with this simple recipe.
A roasted garlic mashed & morel waffle, stacked with seafood and white wine cream sauce – the perfect brunch.
Tender shrimp enveloped with crispy thin strands of local potatoes is sure to be a winner on any menu, winter, spring, summer or fall. As an appetizer or an entree Caribou Shrimp is a unique menu item with local flare.
A crispy golden fried exterior enveloping a moist creamy center are a few of the many things that make croquettes the perfect finger food appetizer…
We’re using Island Made Ocean Clams and cooking up two variations of a New England favorite – clam rolls! One sorta traditional and one… naan traditional. The rich, clean, ocean flavor of these clams offers a top-quality dining experience for even the most discerning seafood & clam lovers.
This is our New England spin on a South Florida classic, Conch Fritters. Our rendition is chalk full of native North Atlantic shrimp! Serve with cocktail sauce, tartar sauce or any sauce that makes your pallet smile. Create a New England seafood fritter by substituting a portion of shrimp with lobster leg meat and clams.
Miniature fried corn tostadas with guacamole, Citrus Chipotle BBQ glazed grilled shrimp topped with Ranch dressing and cilantro. This seafood appetizer with upscale style features approachable ingredients that combine for impressive flavor. These delectable bites are an excellent choice for catering menus, and if you’re looking for your next lunch special, this concept makes a fantastic quesadilla!
These mussels in a sweet red chili glaze make a perfect appetizer or menu-board special. They are quickly prepared to order and taste absolutely delicious, especially with SBR’s Sweet Red Chili sauce. Mussels are a widely-popular seafood offering with upscale appeal.
A tender and flaky cedar-plank-roasted salmon fillet glazed with Sweet Baby Ray’s Bourbon Molasses, served with savory slices of grilled pineapple. The immediate reaction to the first bite of this succulent salmon is usually “oh-my-god”. With just the right amount of sweet, this memorable seafood dish has fantastic appeal on menus, and plate plank appeal that will exceed expectations! Try pairing with a Hawaiian sticky rice.
Crispy fried panko crusted fish tossed with Sweet Baby Ray’s Mango Habanero Sauce inside a fresh hot flour tortilla topped with slaw and served with extra glaze and fresh orange wedges. This delicious seafood dish will appeal to health conscious guests and bold flavor-seekers alike!
Help your more pious patrons enjoy a delicious meal without traditional meat offerings…
The real key to enticing patrons to purchase seafood from the menu is ultimately the same as what brings them into a restaurant in the first place: foods and flavors they can’t replicate at home.
What unexpected moments happened in your restaurant this week that could have made great content? Sometimes the best marketing strategy is simply being ready to capture the magic that’s already happening.
Welcome to the official soundtrack of the 2025 Dennis Food Show—a groundbreaking fusion of music and foodservice using artificial intelligence.
Sriracha sauce is a beloved condiment known for its zesty and spicy flavor profile. Its versatility and distinctive taste make it a favorite among chefs and food enthusiasts alike.
By combining innovative flavors, premium ingredients, and strategic digital marketing efforts, restaurants can make limited-time offers not just a periodic sales boost but a powerful, ongoing marketing tool.
Charcuterie trends are evolving in new and creative ways, providing ample opportunities to showcase your culinary artistry and impress your customers. In this article, we’ll explore the hottest charcuterie trends, guiding you through seven innovative concepts that can set your establishment apart.
Here’s how to generate more traffic and revenue this summer by attracting hungry travelers and weary tourists with your website and social media content.
There’s something for every operation. Major Products understand the foodservice industry and offers a comprehensive range of outstanding products to create premium stocks, marinades, glaces, gravies and sauces!
The 2023 National Restaurant Show, held at McCormick Place in Chicago, brought together over 50,000 food service professionals and restaurateurs from around the world. This annual event showcases the latest products and innovations from global businesses to boutique brands, and is the best place to see emerging trends, and immerse yourself into the vibrant foodie culture shaping the culinary landscape.
The start of a new year is typically a good time for restaurants to evaluate and update their menus, especially pricing. Here are a few factors to consider if your establishment plans on adjusting menu prices in 2023.
Multitasking ingredients save time and money in the kitchen. Multitasking ingredients can be used in more than one item and are the Holy Grail of menu management, keeping food costs, labor, and inventory in line.
Going green is easier than you might think, and finding creative opportunities for flavor and color in March puts more green on your menu, and in your register!
Health has never been more important. The world is talking about coronavirus, how to prevent it, how to treat it, and the lifestyle diseases that worsen its effects. These conversations have reignited the need for healthful eating because it is one of the most important ways to improve our overall health and well-being.
The foodservice pivot from dine-in to takeout and delivery over the past year created unforeseen realities that will change the industry long into the future—for the better.
Content is as important to your digital presence and marketing efforts as the food you serve is to your dining room. It shows who you are, what you do and what you’re capable of – but most importantly – it can impact a visitor’s decision to return.
Cleanliness is vital throughout the restaurant, but there is no section of the house where sanitation needs to be job No. 1 more than the kitchen. The health of your customers, quality of your food, and efficiency of your staff depend on it.
Premium quality and highly sustainable, Island Made Ocean Clam are harvested from Maine’s cold, nutrient-rich waters. These clams thrive approximately 5 to 12 miles off-shore in depths of 240 to 400 feet or more.
Seasonal ingredients and menu items have become more popular along with the local food movement, which goes right to the heart of the kind of sustainability commitment that today’s customers are looking for.
Add a logo. Create a catering label. Use it for food prep. This touch screen device can do everything you need.
Help your more pious patrons enjoy a delicious meal without traditional meat offerings…
The best menu items have a certain extra something, an “x-factor” if you will…
In this weeks episode we share 10 new products that were just added to our inventory. We talk about the return of a fresh seafood favorite, and cover some recent Maine-seafood headlines. We’re setting up a future “all beef” episode of Dennis Knows Food and there’s a great device for your kitchen that you’re going to want to hear about!
Spring is right around the corner and we are starting to get the hang of this whole Podcast concept, and from the feedback we’re getting it’s a welcome addition, so thank you!
In episode 26 of our podcast we’ll be discussing five ways to boost fall sales. Autumn is a favorite time of year for many folks, and it’s an ideal time to adjust your menu to capture new sales opportunities. We’re also going to talk calamari, you’ll find out where the name came from, how it’s eaten around the world and learn about a sauce that pairs perfectly with it. The sauce we’re talking about is “tarator,” not to be confused with tartar sauce. And on a humorous note we’ve got a short punny story to share with you.
In this week’s episode we revisit the conversation on dressing-up your dishes for extra appeal. Riding that good-flavors vibe we’ve got a recipe for Tomato Butter to share with you. We cover an important business-capturing strategy that you should be doing online. And we’ve got some fantastic beef purchasing opportunities coming that you’re definitely going to want to take advantage of while you can.
Spring is right around the corner and we are starting to get the hang of this whole Podcast concept, and from the feedback we’re getting it’s a welcome addition, so thank you!
Discover the newest additions to our seafood lineup, including refreshed Norwegian haddock, Hokkaido scallops with serious menu versatility, wild Alaska halibut, and vibrant sockeye salmon.
From braise-ready beef short ribs and smoky deli hams to sea scallops from Japan and vibrant seaweed salad, this week’s lineup is pakced with versatile prteins and flavorful sides that bring global taste and all-day appeal to your menu.
Recently newly stocked items include authentic La Banderita tortillas and chips, Kayem’s maple-cured roasted diced bacon, Oakhurst’s refreshing 1% lowfat strawberry milk, and Crab meat – perfect for a variety of menu items.
Recently added items to our inventory: Lobster Meat, Kalamata Olives, Split Pea Soup, and Flatbread Pizza Box.
Discover our newest lineup of premium food service essentials! From Breaded Lobster Meat to Paper Cold Cups and more, these additions will elevate your offerings with quality and convenience.
This week we added White Cheese Sauce, New England Clam Chowder, Fresh Cooked Lobster Meat, Sheeted Pizza Dough, and Iced Tea Pouches.
This week we’ve added 3 new items to our inventory including pineapple chunks, canned crab claw meat and more…
This week we’ve added fresh Seafood Chowder from Kettle Cuisine. Featuring haddock, shrimp, scallops, clams, tender potatoes and minced carrots in a roux-thickened seafood stock with light cream and tangy Monterey Jack cheese.
From breakfast favorites to premium proteins and essential kitchen solutions, these new items are now in stock and ready to support your operation.
From classic Heinz Deluxe Sweet Relish to refreshing Lipton teas, briny Roland Kalamata Olives, and hearty Maine Coast Monkfish Stew, we’ve got fresh flavors ready to elevate your menu. Perfect for hot or cold, sweet or savory, there’s something for every plate this season.
From premium bacon and fresh produce to eco-friendly containers and beverage options, these new items are here to help you save time, add flavor, and stay on trend.
From clean-label sips and gut friendly fizz to dock-fresh lobster and bold new cheeses, these latest additions bring flavor, function, and flexibility to your operation. Check out what’s new this week!
Latest inventory additions include Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Filets, Sliced Black Forest Ham, a variety of Oven-Ready Seafood Selections, and premium Dry-Frozen Lobster Meat.
Discover our latest offerings, including Chicken Potstickers, Thaw & Serve Muffins, Fresh Ground Beef, Salmon Fillets, and More!
This week we added General Tso’s Sauce, Sweet & Sour Sauce, and three new sizes of clear film wraps.
This week we added Frank’s RedHot® Seasoning, Maine Lobster and Cheese Ravioli, Garlic Pizza Dough Balls, Popcorn Oil, and Fresh Carrot Sticks!
This week we’ve added ocean clam juice, Teflon pot holders, caramel dessert topping, and extremely strong and absorbent natural kitchen towels.
This week we’ve added a new lemon-lime fountain soda, tangerine creamsicles, chopped sea clams, and Wagyu beef patties.
This week we’ve added pizza liners from Norpak, Président brand pub cheese, Tuffgards poly bags from Handgards, frozen all-claw lobster meat, NAE chicken tenders from Tyson, and Bienvenido’s salsa-ready tomatoes.
New items we added this week include All-Natural Sliced Chicken, Tortilla Chips with Tray, Country Sausage Gravy, Tartar Sauce, Hot Honey Sauce, and Baked Cornbread.
This week we’ve added breaded eggplant cutlets, low fat vanilla yogurt, croissants, turkey breast roast, lobster meat, takeout containers and more.
Check out all the new items we added this week. Browse through vegan cheeses, chicken pot pie filling, all-purpose seasoned breader and more.
Find all the new items we added this week. Browse through long-grain white rice, a variety of charcuterie meats, takeout sub bags and more.
Find all the new items we added this week. Browse through Wicked Strong oven cleaner and degreaser, apple pie empanadas, beverage napkins and more.
This week we’ve added breaded chicken tenders, pancake sausage corn dogs and popcorn oil.
This week we’ve added tasty margarita purées and mixes, light roast coffee, clear stretch hybrid gloves and much more.
This week we’ve added eco-friendly fiber takeout containers, wasabi sauce, sliced Havarti cheese and fudge brownie half-sheets to our inventory.
This week we’ve added 6 items to our inventory including; classic whoopie pies, pollock, yeast, pickled beets and K-12 breakfast items.
This week we’ve added 5 new items to our inventory including shrimp popcorn, roasted sweet potatoes, roasted red peppers and more…
This week we’ve added 6 new items to our inventory including frozen crab meat, unbleached plant fiber cups, clarified butter and more…
Premium quality and highly sustainable, Island Made Ocean Clam are harvested from Maine’s cold, nutrient-rich waters. These clams thrive approximately 5 to 12 miles off-shore in depths of 240 to 400 feet or more.
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventor including ocean fresh shucked clams, fire braised beef flanks, basil pizza dough balls and more…
This week we’ve added 3 new items to our inventory including black raspberry chip yogurt, all natural sliced turkey coins and more…
This week we’ve added 10 new items to our inventory including apple juice, seeded brioche burger roll, avocado halves and more…
This week we’ve added 3 new items to our inventory including lobster soup base, gluten free pizza crust and more…
This week we’ve added 6 new items to our inventory including crinkle cut potato french fries, frozen clam strips, white chocolate blueberry brulee cheesecake and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including white grain quinoa, potato french fry emoticons, beef/ pork meatballs and more…
This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including two different sizes of pizza dough balls, tail-off, peeled and deveined shrimp and more…
These large, individually quick frozen haddock fillets feature a mild taste, white flesh and flaky texture providing great versatility and a beautiful plated presentation. Perfect for baking, frying, chowders and signature seafood dishes.
This week we’ve added 13 new items to our inventory including cheddar cheese curds, chocolate chip marble brulee cheesecake, szechuan sauce and more…
This week we’ve added 5 new items to our inventory including organic bunny graham crackers, whole grain blueberry pop-tarts, Italian style chicken breast and more…
This week we’ve added 14 new items to our inventory including whole grain french toast sticks, whole grain buttermilk pancakes, frozen macaroni & cheese loaf and more…
9 new items have been added to our inventory this week including smoked sliced turkey breast, mandarin orange sesame ginger dressing, sliced potato burger roll and more…
This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including fresh Maine lobster meat, fresh scallops, blueberry habanero wing sauce and more…
This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including lemonade drink concentrate, white cheddar macaroni and cheese, grouper fillets and more…
Add a logo. Create a catering label. Use it for food prep. This touch screen device can do everything you need.
This week we’ve added 9 new items to our inventory including whole grain pollock sticks, french roasted coffee, hass avocados and more…
