2019 was a year of innovation for many restaurant operators across the country. Several changes in consumer eating habits, most notably the establishment of plant-based foods as a mainstream option, have pushed operators to review their menu to satisfy more customers. The end of the year offers a terrific opportunity
Lack of space is one of the largest problems that businesses face. Being forced to cram excess inventory into your work environment is a significant issue. It makes it difficult to fully maximize the effectiveness of your facility. Constantly worrying about the limit of your storage capacity restricts the ability
There are four to five staple foods that customers expect to see on every breakfast menu. This includes eggs, pancakes, waffles, and different types of meat. Restaurants must stock their kitchen with these foods due to the tremendous popularity they have. Bacon and sausage are two types of meat that
Food safety is one of the highest priorities for storage facilities. There are a variety of factors, from water damage to animals, that can cause significant problems and threaten food safety. Here are five areas that storage providers must check on a routine basis: Patch any holes in window frames
Cotati Food Service is excited to introduce our new fleet of vehicles! Earlier this year, we purchased Ford Fusions for use by our sales representatives. On the heels of creating new graphics for our trailers, we embarked on designing complimentary graphics for the Fusions. The result is a simple, yet
Restaurant operators in California will not be able to use latex gloves beginning in 2020. In September, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation that bans latex gloves at retail food establishments. The law focuses on providing greater food safety for those with latex allergies. The law notes that the number of reactions
There are multiple factors that go into creating a safe and effective cold storage facility. Cold storage is used to keep perishable goods refrigerated and safe for a period of time. This requires a high level of sanitation within the facility. Employees should be properly trained on how to handle
There are several foods that define the holiday season. For example, the wonderful combination of turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce make Thanksgiving dinner one of the most anticipated nights of the year for many foodies. Ham is another traditional delicacy that will get your customers salivating in the upcoming weeks.
Gluten-free customers face a difficult task in the upcoming weeks, as many traditional holiday favorites feature gluten. Flour is a foundational ingredient in cookies, pies, and other baked goods that are so popular during the holidays. The growing number of gluten-free eaters places a tremendous responsibility on operators to serve
Employees, friends, and family gathered to send Tom Hotchkiss into retirement after more than 40 years in the foodservice industry. Tom began his career in 1977 with Sysco, working his way up from Marketing Associate to Director of National Accounts for Northern California. Tom also held sales management positions at
With Thanksgiving wrapped it’s time to look ahead and craft a winter menu that delivers both warmth and comfort to your customers. While traditional holiday dishes may have left their mark, winter menus present an exciting opportunity to introduce fresh flavors, showcase seasonal ingredients, and even experiment with unique techniques.
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