This week we’ve added 6 new items to our inventory including peanut butter cookie dough with Reese’s, arborio rice, gingerbread muffin batter and more…
Introduction to “Waste not, want not.”
November 21, 2018The reduction of food-waste is a trend that has extended beyond homes and into foodservice, driven by the same consumers calling for local, organic, farm-to-table and eco-friendly offerings. The common thread is a desire for sustainability.
New food service products from Costanzo’s General Mills, Empress Earth & Cheetos
November 15, 2018This week we’ve added 12 new items to our inventory including rustic sub rolls, stone ground flour, jumbo paper straws and more…
Clam Rolls Two Ways
November 14, 2018We’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.
Episode 52 – Dennis Invests in Foodservice & Tina Talks Dough
November 12, 2018Our team has been working downright diligently over the past few months to bring the Dennis Difference to more customers, in more places. Part of those pursuits includes the addition of new employees; team members who will help support our mission and our customer’s businesses. We’ll share a few updates on our recent efforts in this episode. Also in this episode, Tina Parker of The Dough Co. joins us to talk pizza dough, and about a big change they’ve made!
Sesame Beef Naco
November 6, 2018Curious about the name? Well, the use of naan bread to create a taco equals – naco – naturally! Cafe H, Korean BBQ Beef is the perfect catalyst for an easy and flavorful twist on a traditional taco. This recipe uses naan in place of tortillas or shells, a warm and soft handheld alternative to its corn-based counterpart.
Restaurant Marketing Ideas for the 12 Days of Christmas
November 6, 2018Christmas marketing isn’t limited to just the immediate holiday but includes your winter menu changes, catering services, increased promotions of cookies, cakes, pies, pastries and side dishes for holiday meals, holiday party bookings and gift card sales. You have a great opportunity to attract new customers, show your chef’s skills in preparing holiday favorites and exotic foods from other countries and cultures, and host special tasting events that attract convivial crowds.
Island Made Clams Linguine
November 1, 2018This is a fun twist on the traditional clam’s linguine of old. Unlike the classical recipe’s use of chopped clams we’ve incorporated fresh hard-shell clams from Island Made Clams, which give you a taste of the deep Atlantic waters from which they came.
New food service products from Cortona, Highland Market, Pillsbury and Flowers Bakery
November 1, 2018Holy macaroni! This week we’ve added 33 new items to our inventory including all different kinds of pasta, pizza dough balls, large white eggs and more…
5 Free Ways to Get Customers Talking about Your Foodservice Brand
October 24, 2018Most fast-casual operators believe that competency creates conversation. That being “good” equals word of mouth. But it often does not, because almost every competitor is at least good. If you want customers to tell others about your restaurants — and you do — you must be different in addition to being excellent.
Island Made, Maine Ocean Clams
October 24, 2018Premium 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.
New food service products from Red Gold, Dabesta Pizza, Hormel and Bosco
October 24, 2018This 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…
Atlantic Shrimp Fritters
October 23, 2018This 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.
Sizzle for Foodservice Roller Grill Cleaning
October 22, 2018Sizzle by Anderson Chemical Company is formulated with a readily biodegradable, high-performance solvent and surfactant system.
Chile Smoked Brisket, Grits and Eggs
October 18, 2018A savory breakfast of smoked garlic serrano beef brisket, spicy cheesy grits and fried eggs.
Chicken Fried Pork
October 18, 2018Large breaded pork cutlet served with serrano chili cream gravy, garlic mashed potaotes and secret weapon grilled vegetables.
Cabo Burger
October 18, 2018Ground chuck grilled beef patty top with pepper-jack, cheddar cheese, chorizo sausage, grilled onions, avocado, tomato and lettuce on a toasted sesame seed bun with garlic serrano aioli.
Cheesy Bacon Tater Tot Pie
October 18, 2018Deep fried tater tots, topped with cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, and chives. Baked, and finished with a drizzle of the Kogi salsa roja.
Baja Chicken Sandwich
October 18, 2018Fried chicken topped with pepper jack cheese, grilled onions, house-made pickles, lettuce, garlic serrano cream gravy, garlic serrano mustard and salsa roja aioli on a toasted sesame seed bun.
Caramelized Ribeye Tacos
October 18, 2018Seared ribeye steak caramelized in Kogi OG kalbi marinade, served in corn tortillas with fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes and Kogi salsa roja.
10 Tips for Managing Seasonal Restaurant & Foodservice Menus
October 17, 2018Seasonal 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.
Wholesale Vegalene Zesty Garlic Mist
October 17, 2018Vegalene® Garlic Mist® Flavor Spray is a healthy alternative to traditional garlic oil and butter without adding trans fat, allergens, cholesterol, sodium, gluten or calories, and it’s Kosher Pareve. Create robust healthy menu offerings and accommodate patrons’ nutritional needs…
New food service products from The Dough Co and Vegalene
October 17, 2018This week we’ve added 3 new items to our inventory including white natural pizza dough balls, aerosol garlic oil mist and more…
New food service products from Ruby Kist, Original Bagel and Sunny Fresh
October 10, 2018This week we’ve added 6 new items to our inventory including pineapple juice, cinnamon glazed french toast sticks, boiled bagels and more…
5 Tips for Improving Communication in Your Restaurant
October 9, 2018Usually, restaurant customers believe the restaurants they frequent run flawlessly. They place their orders and their meal arrives a few minutes later, well prepared and properly served. But behind the scenes, in the back-of-the-house, any semblance of flawless efficiency is hard to come by. For those who have never worked in a restaurant kitchen, the “dance” that goes on in the back-of-the-house likely will appear startlingly chaotic.