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Published April 16, 2015

Many Americans are not sushi savvy

For many people, sushi is a way of life. It’s very popular in Asian cuisine and it has become such a staple of American culture that it’s found in many grocery stores. Even so, many Americans have yet to try it, and only 62 percent of those who haven’t are willing. This information and more […]

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Whiskey and Seafood – An Interview With Chef Brooke Williamson

Brooke Williamson is a Los Angeles chef with an impressive resume and big plans. She was on Bravo’s Top Chef as a runner up, as well as a variety of other television programs. Now she and her husband operate two gastropubs and a four-in-one concept with a seafood restaurant, a coffee shop, a creamery and a whiskey bar.

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Comfort food is still the American way

It seems like current consumer trends are all about health food, but if that was true there would be no sweets shops in business. While we are seeing more customers interested in sustainable, healthy eating, indulgences are just as popular as ever, and many restaurants are happily meeting the demand! This article from Nation’s Restaurant […]

Published April 15, 2015

Bourbon: A BBQ sauce secret ingredient

Are you looking to add a little something extra to your specialty BBQ sauce? Consider a little bourbon! The aged whiskey has risen in popularity over the last few years as a sauce ingredient and restaurants are selling wings faster than they can freeze them. The use of bourbon in barbecue sauce is more common […]

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Waste Reduction Saves You Money

Running a business is expensive, and finding ways to cut expenses is just as important as increasing sales and revenue. One way you can lower your costs and help the environment at the same time is by implementing a great waste reduction strategy, and if you advertise your success you could bring more people through your doors.

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Unusual and delicious food trends of 2015

Food trends are fascinating. They give a picture of what consumers are looking for in a restaurant, and you can use that to your advantage. This article from Shiftgig lists six trending foods including cupcakes, bitter foods, animal fats and even cricket flour (made from actual insects!). It seems like restaurant-goers are adventurous and eating […]

Published April 14, 2015

Boost business and add class to your menu with upscale ingredients

Are you looking for a way to change things up a little in your restaurant, but aren’t sure what direction to go? Consider adding some premium ingredients to your menu to add value and draw people in. Premium proteins like lobster, shrimp, and high end steak can draw a crowd, while fancy beverages and unusual […]

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3 Tips for Effective Social Media Marketing

It’s incredible how much technology is integrated in our daily lives. For many of us, most of our interaction with other human beings is done through the use of a screen. Capturing the attention of your customers through digital social media is important to stay afloat in these changing times.

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So you want to be a Sous Chef

The Sous Chef is one of the most important jobs in the kitchen. Second only to the Chef, the Sous Chef makes sure the kitchen and its staff are doing everything exactly to the standards set by the Chef. If you’re interested in becoming a Sous Chef you should check out this article from Shiftgig […]

Published April 13, 2015

A world of flavor, right here at home

Technology has made the world feel a little smaller, but the spread of world cuisines has had a hand in it too. Living in any metropolitan area exposes people to more exotic flavors and drinks than ever before, and they’re also adapting to local, sustainable food practices by sourcing their ingredients close to home. Read […]

Monthly Archives: April 2015

Published April 16, 2015

Many Americans are not sushi savvy

Published

Whiskey and Seafood – An Interview With Chef Brooke Williamson

Published

Comfort food is still the American way

Published April 15, 2015

Bourbon: A BBQ sauce secret ingredient

Published

Waste Reduction Saves You Money

Published

Unusual and delicious food trends of 2015

Published April 14, 2015

Boost business and add class to your menu with upscale ingredients

Published

3 Tips for Effective Social Media Marketing

Published

So you want to be a Sous Chef

Published April 13, 2015

A world of flavor, right here at home

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