Image-Elevating Uniforms
Most months this column focuses on equipment, back-of-the-house items never seen by the guests. This month we will discuss how employee dress can affect
The Big Daddy in Your Kitchen
The dishwasher is one of the most expensive equipment items in your kitchen, yet it doesn't get nearly the attention it deserves. The machine and its
The Versatile Combi Oven
Combi ovens may not yet be a kitchen mainstay, but if you ask a chef to name the most productive pieces of equipment in their kitchen, the combination
Buying Green Equipment
Energy savings, sustainability, green operations, LEED certified: Those are the latest buzzwords. We all want to do the right things to help out the environment
Cool Facts About Ice Makers
Ice makers have made some great technological strides in recent years. Through a variety of built-in electronics, ice machines are now more energy efficient,
Putting On a Show
Some believe display cooking is a fad and will soon go the way of leisure suits. I argue that it’s a trend that is here to stay. There is no doubt the wow factor of an open kitchen is a vital part of a restaurant’s overall appeal
Display Cooking Equipment
I have heard many discussions on the pros and cons of the open or display kitchens now so popular in todays trendy restaurants. Some question whether
Worktables & Shelves: Get organized!
Worktables and shelving are some of the most basic items of kitchen equipment. This month, well look at various features and how best to spend money on
Food Processors Save Time & Labor
What operator manager hasnt looked for ways to make the kitchen crews job a bit easier and maybe save a little on labor costs along the way? As far as
Steam Kettles & Braising Pans
Steam kettles and braising pans are often grouped together in the steam/ cooking equipment category. In actuality, neither uses steam in direct food contact
Buying the Perfect Fryer
Fried food are as popular as ever. To keep pace with the demand, today's frying equipment offers features that save time and money and help you prepare
Blast Chillers
Food safety is an important reason to buy a blast chiller but not the only reason, as many foodservice directors are finding. Blast chillers are not just
