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Restaurants, bistros, bars and buffets are swamped on Mother’s Day – the busiest day of the year for foodservice – as customers flock to celebrate the real rockstars of the world. Here are 15 amazing tips to help your restaurant prepare to celebrate it with your customers and make lasting memories while staying organized and January 19, 2024 How to Care for Professional Knives Professional chefs know that the heart of a great kitchen lies in its knives. The effort put into honing, sharpening, storing, and caring for these knives not only preserves their functionality and safety but also reflects the value placed on your commercial kitchen’s food preparation. A well-maintained chef or kitchen knife is a testament to the chef’s commitment to their craft. Investing in quality collection of knives and adhering to recommended maintenance practices will extend the lifetime of your blades. This comprehensive guide delves into the essential aspects of maintaining professional knives, ensuring their optimal sharpness and your safety. January 12, 2024 Professional Chef and Kitchen Knife Buying Guide Using quality knives in your commercial kitchen can make all the difference when it comes to food preparation. However, with so many options available – styles, blade materials and handle styles - it’s important to understand the key factors to consider when selecting knives. This guide will walk you through the essential elements so you can find the ideal knives for your operation. January 12, 2024 The Top Restaurant Industry Trends for 2024 Several market drivers have created lasting trends in the restaurant industry throughout 2023, and we predict they will continue into 2024. From minimizing food wastes to robotic serving, the restaurant industry continues to change along with global concerns and consumer demands, and we’re here to help you prepare! December 13, 2023 Commercial Microwaves: An Overview It may be tempting to buy a less expensive domestic microwave, but it won’t stand up to the needs of your commercial kitchen. Commercial microwaves are a valuable multi-purpose tool for busy kitchens. Commercial models are more powerful and functional than domestic models and can reheat, defrost, boil, cook, steam, and more. Microwaves are versatile, and because they don’t require a vent hood, they can be placed at ideal spots in the kitchen. Incorporating microwaves into your line can help keep kitchen temperatures low because they don’t produce ambient heat or steam. December 8, 2023 Holiday Buying Guide: The Perfect Gifts for Chefs As holiday preparations are gearing up, many of us are on the hunt for the perfect gifts. Finding gifts for chefs can be especially challenging. Today, […] December 5, 2023 8 Tips to Prepare Your Restaurant or Kitchen for the Holidays The holidays can be a hectic time for the food industry. Unpredictable weather, employee time off, menu changes, and heightened customer expectations may lead to a stressful time for your restaurant and kitchen staff. Make sure your restaurant or kitchen is prepared for the holiday season! Stock up before it becomes an issue. November 24, 2023 5 Steps to Improve Your Restaurant Takeout Experience As people get back into the busy post-summer swing of things and begin preparing for the holidays, it’s time to start thinking about how your kitchen […] November 18, 2023 Choosing the Right Pizza Peels and Paddles for your Commercial Kitchen What is a Pizza Peel? The pizza peel is an iconic piece of equipment, familiar to bakeries and pizza kitchens, and used to transfer a pizza […] October 27, 2023 The Immersion Blender Buyer’s Guide for Commercial Kitchens An immersion blender (aka stick or hand blender) is a versatile tool that allows your commercial kitchen team to blend, whip, puree, or emulsify a wide […] October 20, 2023 The Rise of the Mocktail Bar and Non-alcoholic Beverages in Canada What’s Driving Non-Alcoholic Beverage Trends? Canada has seen an enormous spike in interest and sales of non-alcoholic (NA) beverages in bars, also known as mocktails. Many […] September 15, 2023 Three Core Concepts of Highly Successful Commercial Kitchen Design Many collaborators and contractors are involved in a commercial kitchen design project—architects, interior designers, general contractors, and other tradespeople. Kitchen consultants fill the gaps between kitchen operators and these other collaborators. September 13, 2023 Choosing the Right Food Chopper for Your Commercial Kitchen One simple way to save on food prep time is using a food processor or chopper. Rather than pay employees for many hours of manual chopping […] September 8, 2023 A Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing a Vent Hood for Your Commercial Kitchen The vent hood is the unsung hero of commercial kitchens. A properly sized and installed hood and filter keep your workspace safe and the air clean. There are many factors to consider when choosing an appropriate hood for a new kitchen or replacing a worn-out ventilation system. August 25, 2023 True Go Self-service Kiosks: The Future of Unattended Retail The TrueGo takes the concepts of the previous model one step further with AI recognition, load-bearing sensors and intelligent planograms to recognize and track products. Customers can inspect labels and...