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There comes a time in every restaurant owners life where they will need to get their appliances serviced. While we are huge believers in having them serviced regularly, sometimes it’s hard to keep the schedule up, and things get forgotten. If you haven’t serviced your equipment in a while, here is a quick guideline for when different items will need to be worked on. Refrigerators & Freezers There are a few key observations that will show when your fridge needs to be serviced. Ice on the exterior is one of the first warning signs. This can mean that the temperature is not correct on the inside. Temperature problems are another issue that you will find in refrigeration, whether it’s getting too cool or warming up. Door issues can come up with the unit won’t close or seal properly. Sometimes issues just come up from age. If your unit is more than 10-15 years old, it will probably need regular maintenance. Ice Machine Ice machines are heavily used, and can experience some po...

We featured some delicious and fun appetizers on our blog a couple of weeks ago, and we still have more to share! In part 1, we talked about trends that include octopus, cauliflower, vegan, and Asian influences. If you want to go back and check out those trends, you can read it here: Five-Star Appetizers for Your Restaurant. Apps are an easy way to try out new flavors and textures. You can see how well they go over, and then decide if it warrants a test on the main course spot. Here area few more that your Mid-Missouri restaurant may want to try out. The Wing Thing Did you know that 44% of menus feature wings, and the number is still growing? There are obvious restaurants who focus on wings primarily, and any good sports bar is going to have at least a few choices - however, they don’t have to be limited! Wings are fun to eat and serve as a wonderful vessel for many different sauces and flavors. Play around with the sweetness, the spicy tones, and come up with something signatu...

June 16th is Fresh Veggies Day, so it’s the perfect time to learn about selecting and storing your vegetables. As a restaurant owner, it’s important to make sure that your vegetables are properly cared for, but even more so, chosen. Because we care about your business, your restaurant, and obviously your equipment, here are a few hints to help. Choose Produce Carefully When getting high quality produce, the key is to make sure that you come back with pieces that aren’t damaged or bad. No amount of storage will make a difference if the produce is too far gone. Need to Stock Up? If you’re buying bulk, plan on grabbing the root vegetables. These are notorious for lasting long and staying fresh. Wanna keep it longer? Try separating the greens from carrots or beets to help keep them from pulling moisture. Getting Greens? Lettuces are fragile, but kale and collards will last longer. Especially when you take the rubber band and plastic bag to give it room to breathe. Other op...

April is Garden Month, and while most kitchens aren’t going to be able to keep up with their supply through a local garden, there are several ways that you can improve the quality of the fruits and veggies that you are serving in your St. Louis restaurant . Of course, our blog wouldn’t be complete without also sharing how to keep them fresher longer by having well-maintained equipment, so stay tuned for some great info! Choosing Fresh Produce For Your Restaurant There are SO many labels on food now, organic, locally sourced, farm to table, and the list goes on. It can be easy to get wrapped up in all of the labels and end up just saying “forget it,” but with a little bit of research, as well as knowing what is important to you, you can choose high-quality ingredients that match your needs and your budget. One of the first things that you may want to consider is what will be important to your customers. Certain areas (specifically college towns and bigger cities) may put a lot ...

St. Patrick's Day is THIS weekend, which means that people will be flocking to their local pubs and Irish restaurants to flaunt their green and look for a pot of gold at the end of a “rainbrew”. Many restaurants add fun St. Patrick’s Day themed foods to their menu for this lucky holiday, so we thought we’d take a look at some authentic Irish foods that are enjoyed during this fun holiday. Irish Fare For St. Patrick's Day While many items that are served on St. Patrick’s Day in the US are actually Irish-American fare, they are still traditional, delicious, and a fun way to spruce up a menu. Here are some fun St. Patrick’s Day favorites as well as a few new/fun ideas - will you be featuring any of these in your restaurant? Corned Beef & Cabbage Irish Soda Bread Shepherd’s Pie Potato Bowls Irish Stew Sauteed Cabbage Shepherd's Pie Colcannon St. Patrick’s Day Spinach Pancakes & Corned Beef Hash Irish Guinness Brown Bread Irish Coffee Beef Potpies wi...

Have you ever wondered what are the most popular types of restaurants in the St. Louis area ? We did a little bit of research and while some aspects surprised us, there are others that were no surprise at all. Did you know that our little Midwest corner of the world is basically pizza central? This includes Missouri and Illinois, which are both states that we service with our commercial kitchen services in St. Louis . Here are a few of the most popular food types that you’ll find in St. Louis based on trend examples by Google News Lab & Cart. Check them out and see if you agree! Most Popular Restaurant Types in St. Louis These are not in any specific order, but these are the most popular types of restaurants that you’ll find in the St. Louis area. Because we are all about the equipment in the kitchen, certain types of restaurants will need specific tools - and we’re going to share them with you! We are also listing a few popular restaurants within each type. These restau...

It should come as no surprise to you that your fryers can get really dirty, really fast. Because of this, it’s important to include regular maintenance into your routine. This is for the benefit of maintenance, food quality, public health, and even kitchen safety. When working with fryers, you’re not playing with fire, but you basically are. Hot oil can cause serious burns if not properly used, and if your fryer isn’t clean, it’s easier for things to catch fire and cause bigger issues. There is some debate about how often a boil-out should be performed, but we’re going to give you some details and let you make up your own mind. Daily Cleaning Routine for Your Fryer If you perform daily cleaning, you will find that other deep cleaning can be a little less frequent. Do you have to move your fryer to clean it? Start by disconnecting the power, and if it’s a gas fryer, close the gas supply inlet and turn off the pilot light. Always wait for any oil inside to cool completely before m...