Published November 17, 2014
If you’re looking to impress customers and possibly even attract a few new ones, there’s a very simple way you can do it. Switch your current takeout containers with compostable ones. Why? They break down safely and quickly, unlike materials like styrofoam, and will impress environmentally-conscious millenial consumers.
Read the full article here: The Latest Green Trend: Compostable Containers
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Published November 17, 2014
While the rest of the country is taking selfies, chefs are trying to get the perfect picture of their cuisine. You might think it’s easy to take delicious-looking pictures of top-notch food, but it’s harder than you think. Here’s how you can get the perfect picture of your signature dish.
First, you’ll need proper lighting. It should be lit so the setting appears natural and you don’t need the camera’s flash function. Using subtle background elements like a glass of wine or a menu will also help to set the mood and highlight the plate. Another trick is to plate the food slightly undercooked. It will continue cooking on the plate, so if you plate it ready-to-serve it might appear overcooked or worse, old by the time you’re ready to snap your photo. If your dish’s main ingredients are muted in color, the dish might look bland in the photo. Consider using a brightly-colored sauce or at the very least a garnish to entice the diner with some appetizing hues. Digital food photography is a great inexpensive marketing tool as long as you know how to do it!
Read the full article here: Mastering the Art of Food Photography
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Published November 17, 2014
Mis-management at a Dickey’s Barbecue Pit location led to the entire staff quitting at the same time in a dramatic fashion. They left a note on the door kindly informing customers that the manager didn’t care about the restaurant’s quality, and encouraged their regulars to move to a nearby location. This sign is a warning shot to employers who think they can get away with anything in a weak job market: it’s not as bad as it was, and servers don’t have to put up with mistreatment!
Read the full article here: The Entire Staff of a Restaurant Quit All at Once
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