Cleaning and sanitizing food-contact surfaces is one of the most important steps to prevent foodborne illness. Here are a few reminders to protect guests…
Maintain a Clean and Sanitary Restaurant Kitchen
May 24, 2017To reduce the spread of bacteria and viruses, maintaining a clean and sanitary restaurant kitchen is imperative. Cleaning removes food and other dirt from surfaces, which can help sanitizers work more effectively.
Episode 14 – A Fish Story, New Products, Social Media, UniPro Soups and More
May 18, 2017In this episode of Dennis Knows Food I’ve got a fishing/cooking story to share with you. Also in this episode we talk about the latest items added to our inventory, discuss new soups from UniPro, spend a few minutes highlighting the value of utilizing your expertise, and more! We’ve also got an update on our expansion… Spoiler alert! It’s nearly complete!
Episode 13 – New Products, Safety Programs, Foodservice Headlines and More
May 11, 2017In this week’s podcast we share new products just added to our inventory. Keith Durrah our Director of Risk Management drops in to talk safety. We cover some of this weeks food industry headlines. Don’t forget Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday. Visit our website for great Mother’s Day menu ideas!
Episode 12 – Independent Operators #Winning, James Beard Awards, New Products and a Podcast Guest!
May 3, 2017This week’s podcast is a little longer than our previous, and that’s because we had a guest join us today! We have 9 new items that were just added to our inventory, we talk about this weeks James Beard Awards, and share a new study that independent owner-operators are sure to appreciate!
Episode 11 – Food Show Recap, Frozen Veggies and Big Brother is… Fishing?
April 27, 2017It’s been a busy week! We’re doing our Podcast a day later than normal to allow for a little catch-up after our Food Show on Tuesday. This week we’ve got 5 new items to share, we revisit the discussion on sports drinks from last weeks podcast, highlight a new study on frozen vegetables and more.
Episode 10 – New Products, Health News, Food Reformulation and Avocados!
April 19, 2017Ten weeks have gone by since we shared our first podcast, but it really only feels like 10 days. Thank you to our listeners for the great feedback; your thoughts, ideas and support have helped us improve our podcasting efforts.
Episode 9 – Coffee Health Benefits, New Products, Investment in Nutrition and Grilled Cheese!
April 12, 2017Here we are on National Grilled Cheese Day, in the middle of National Grilled Cheese Month, and we’ve got a couple of yummy GC related ideas for you in this episode of Dennis Knows Food!
The Business of Pizza is Booming
April 12, 2017Pizza consumption is at its highest level in years and is in a position to grab a big portion of the growing takeout market.
Spring Burger Inspiration
April 12, 2017Whenever spring is right around the corner, that’s the time to revise menus away from winter comfort foods and focus on fresh greens and veggies to give those diners what they’re looking for.
Episode 8 – New Products, New England Food News, Maple Goodness, Passwords and UniPro
April 5, 2017This weeks podcast talks about the new items we’ve added to our inventory, Lobster and Maple Syrup are on the radar in New England food news, we’ve got a tech recommendation for customers using social media and we wrap the episode up highlighting UniPro Foodservice.
Episode 7 – New Products, Customer Service Strategies and Something Fresh in Fast Food!
March 31, 2017Our Podcasts typically go out on Wednesday, although the last two have been an exception. Instead of skipping it this week though, we’re doing a Fast-Foodie-Friday edition of our podcast!
Dennis Knows Food, Episode 6 – Making Time for Tech, 2017 Food Trends, Maine Craft Beer and New Products!
March 23, 2017Better late than never, this weeks podcast covers our three new products added to inventory, Maine craft brewing, internationally inspired menu items, and foodie news discussing expected 2017 trends.
Episode 5 of the Dennis Knows Food Podcast: New Products, Daylight Savings Time Tips, Fresh Beef, Foodie News and more!
March 15, 2017In this episode we talk about new products, the impact of Farmer’s Markets on the local economy, some new additions to the Dennis website, and McKenzie Artisan Deli Meats. We wrap the episode up with a quick discussion about a new way you can explore our brands.
Record Sales for Maine Seafood, New Products, Foodie News – Episode 4 of the ‘Dennis Knows Food’ Podcast
March 8, 2017Spring 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!
Episode 3 of the ‘Dennis Knows Food’ Podcast
March 1, 2017Spring 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!
Episode 2 of the ‘Dennis Knows Food’ Podcast
February 22, 2017In this second episode we have a ‘protein’ highlight in our new products arrivals, we visit with a WWII veteran, discuss the impact of “fake news” in the food industry. We also dive into some of the great new resources we’re making available, and where to access them.
Our First Podcast! February 15, 2017
February 15, 2017We are excited to share the inaugural episode of our new Dennis Knows Food Podcast!
Serve Chili in a Bread Bowl
February 3, 20175 Reasons why chili is better in a bread bowl! Shared by our employees…
Trends We’ll Be Seeing in the Coming Years
January 16, 2017Here’s a look at a few foodservice trends that we will be seeing more of in the coming years…
100 Years of New England Coffee
January 6, 2017The story and history of quality and tradition that goes in to every cup of New England Coffee.
25 Smart Menu Moves
August 31, 2016The best menu items have a certain extra something, an “x-factor” if you will…
No More Than 6 Tsp of Added Sugars a Day for Kids
August 24, 2016Children and teens should consume less than six teaspoons of added sugars a day, a new American Heart Association statement advises.
3 Ways to Increase Lunch Traffic
August 24, 2016Looking to drive up guest counts at lunch? So were these chefs. Here’s how they’re doing it.
Bring Food to the Happy Hour Tab
August 8, 2016While happy hour was born on the drink menu, it has found its new home on the food menu.