December 2020, AIB International completed their annual independent inspection of our facility; awarding us a score of 950 which maintains our “superior” rating.
Bake N’ Joy Gingerbread Cookies
December 10, 2020It’s that time of year again, grab the icing and gumdrop buttons! Create that old-fashion bake-shop aroma of classic ginger and molasses…
New food service products from New England Coffee, ES Foods and Simoniz
December 9, 2020This week we’ve added 4 new items to our inventory including a sweet bbq bites lunch kit, toilet bowl disinfectant cleaner, regular breakfast blend coffee and more…
Restaurant Menu Strategies for 2021
December 7, 2020As we move forward in the “new normal” menu strategies new and old will converge into the right mix of price points, value, menu items, and differentiation that will appeal to consumers.
At-Home Consumers Craving Restaurant Food, Free Delivery, Meal Deals
December 7, 2020Locked-down consumers may be craving professionally made meals and restaurant food, but good food isn’t the only thing they like about restaurants, free delivery and meal deals are also in the mix.
Meet the Owner
December 7, 2020We’re highlighting our hard-working employee owners! Meet Shawn Finley.
Pan Seared Duck Breast with Green Peppercorns & Beet Relish
December 4, 2020The third installment of our duck trilogy is quite possibly one of the most mouthwatering dishes to come out of the test kitchen this year.
Episode 62 – The Foam Ban is Coming!
December 3, 2020Maine’s statewide ban on disposable polystyrene containers takes effect on January 1st, 2021. Joining me to share his thoughts and some insight on the new law is Greg Dugal, Director of Government Affairs for Hospitality Maine.
New food service products from Red Gold and Portland Pie
December 2, 2020This week we’ve added 2 new items to our inventory including a retail packaged ready blonde pizza dough and more…
New food service products from Durkee, Hot Pocket and Portland Pie
November 25, 2020This week we’ve added 5 new items to our inventory including a spice rack, pepperoni pizza hot pockets, white pizza dough balls and more…
Chef’s Spice Rack: Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
November 24, 2020Jamaican Jerk Spice is a mixture of All Spice, Garlic, Onion, Sugar and Chili Peppers; together they create a distinct fragrant flavor with a chili pepper after punch.
Episode 61 – Grow Your Foodservice Business with Content Marketing
November 19, 2020This episode explores the best way to be found, to be followed and to grow your foodservice business using the internet. That’s content creation, and it’s as important to your digital presence as the food you serve is to your dining room.
Grow Your Foodservice Business with Content Marketing
November 19, 2020Content 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.
New food service products from Heartland, Bake N’ Joy, San Benito & Major Bases
November 18, 2020This week we’ve added 5 new items to our inventory including beef ribeye, whoopie pie filling, pizza sauce with basil and more…
New food service products from Jimmy Dean & Anchor
November 11, 2020This week we’ve added 2 new items to our inventory including pancake sausage sticks and breaded mozzarella sticks…
Bill Stops in for Fresh Baked Apple Pie
November 9, 2020Fresh baked pie is hands down the king (maybe not the king, but definitely within the royal family) of American comfort foods.
New food service products from King’s Command, Old Neighborhood, Austin & State Fair
November 4, 2020This week we’ve added 8 new items to our inventory including chicken pot pie, Italian dressing mix, breaded veal and more…
Making Dye with Your Dying Beets
November 3, 2020Beets are one of the most versatile root vegetables on the market. Beet juice is an all natural food dye that can add a layer of brilliant color to many dishes.
Roasted Duck Leg with Pumpkin Gnocchi & Apple Salad
November 3, 2020This dish uses shredded, roasted duck leg and pumpkin gnocchi in a bolognese style preparation. It’s layered with savory flavors and topped with a salad of arugula and apples for a burst of contrast.
Breaking Down a Whole Duck
November 3, 2020Although many restaurants serve duck, not many of those who serve it start the production process with whole duck.
Chef’s Pantry: Pasta in Foodservice
November 2, 2020Selecting the best pasta for your operation is no small matter. And, for the sake of consistency, should not be taken lightly or on a whim.
New food service products from SunSource, American Foods Group & Planet Oat
October 21, 2020This week we’ve added 7 new items to our inventory including fruit cocktails, beef strip loin, extra creamy oat milk and more…
Menu Claims Help Increase Profit
October 19, 2020To earn the trust (and repeat business) of their guests, it’s necessary for operators to equip staff with menu talking points so they can clearly communicate the selling points of their ingredients and dishes.
What Motivates Customers in the Age of COVID?
October 16, 2020Recent research that establishes “diner personas” can help foodservice operators understand and meet guest expectations.
New food service products from Rangeline, It’ll Be, Bonici & SunSource
October 14, 2020This week we’ve added 9 new items to our inventory including philly steak, country fried chicken, pumpkin filling and more…