Restaurant Daily News • May 22, 2023

RESTAURANT

B y D a v i d M o r e l a n d , P r e s i d e n t , S m a r t Buffet Ware

Smart Buffet W a r e h a s developed the world’s greenest induction system for buffets, catering or any

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White Coffee is a f a m i l y - o w n e d , c e r t i f i e d w o m a no w n e d b u s i n e s s , started in 1939 As t h i r d - g e n e r a t i o n i m p o r t e r o f f i n e

Varstar Alliance is a leading freight brokerage company and trusted provider of t r a n sp o r t a t i o n s e r v i c e s across the North American supply chain. The Varstar network of transportation

T h e B i z z y B a g , a screen-free entertainment solution for kids on the go, i s s h o w c a s i n g a t t h i s y e a r ’ s s h o w . T h i s w i l l b e T h e

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RESTAURANT

Fiorucci: Truly Authentic Italia

BOOTH #10309

Fiorucci is the brand of specialty meats a n d s n a c king products that delivers t h e t r u e taste of Italy For over 170

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Breville Commercial Announces New Blenders

BOOTH #1040

Save Up to 50 Percent on Cooking Oil

BOOTH #1262

OiLChef is the industry disruptor that h e l p s r e s t a ur a n t s , h o t e l s , caterers, pubs, c h i p p i e s a n d t a k e - a w a y s focus on food

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Captain Ken’s Celebrates

More Than 55 Years

BOOTH #8262

Choose Corby Hall for High Quality Tableware

CHICAGO MAY 22, 2023

Oser Communications Group

Montague: Exceptional Quality & Performance

BOOTH #5013

A n i n t e r v i e w w i t h J o e D e c k e l m a n , President, The Montague Company

R D N : W h a t a r e y o u r e x p e c t at i o n s f o r t h e c o m i n g y e a r i n

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Quality & Innovation

Never Go Out of Style

BOOTH #7445

The Super Q™ Pro is the next generation of commercial super blenders Preset functions feature optimized times and speeds

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Go Green with the Natural Eco-System

BOOTH #8021

B y D a v i d M o r e l a n d , P r e s i d e n t , S m a r t Buffet Ware

Smart Buffet W a r e h a s developed the world’s greenest induction system for buffets, catering or any

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B y M i k e T r a x l e r , Co-Owner, Captain Ken’s Foods, Inc

Great foods often originate in unlikel y p l a c e s I n f a c t ,

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White Coffee an Industry Leader

White Coffee is a f a m i l y - o w n e d , c e r t i f i e d w o m a no w n e d b u s i n e s s ,

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e s w i t h q u a l i t y

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Varstar Ready for Challenges and Opportunities

Varstar Alliance is a leading freight brokerage company and trusted provider of t r a n sp o r t a t i o n s e r v i c e s across the North American supply chain. The Varstar network of transportation

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Waring Ushers in the Future of Blending

BOOTH #637

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The Bizzy Bag Debuts Screenless Entertainment

BOOTH #2545

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Pick On Us Debuts a ‘Happier’ Eco-Friendly Coffee Lid Plug

Pick On Us introduces the United States and Canada to a more sustainable hot cup solution, a wooden coffee lid plug. T h e p l u g s , s o m e t i m e s c a l l e d s p l a s h guards, stoppers, whatchamacallits or splash sticks, help prevent hot beverages from splashing up and out of sip holes. They are added to hot to-go beverage lids for easy splash-free traveling. Fits most standard hot cup lids. Guests' eyes light up when they see them in their drink, as they are made of natural wood and have a smiley face on them

“We tested them thoroughly in the

l o c a l m a r k e t a n d t h e f e e d b a c k w a s extremely positive,” says Aaron Motola, President of Pick On Us. One review from coffee shop owner Stephanie D. exclaimed, “These smiley-face beverage plugs are perfect! Our customers love them. They, without fail, put a smile on every customer’s face. I’m so happy to have ditched the plastic plug, too!”

Motola mentioned, “We saw a significant need for this product as there are no other eco-friendly versions of the Coffee Lid Plug on the market that are disposable ” Customers can toss

Why You Should Choose Marra Forni

M a r r a F o r n i , b a s e d i n B e l t s v i l l e , Maryland, manufactures all of its oven products in the United States These o v e n s a r e I t a l i a n - i n s p i r e d , a n d a l l equipment is ETL certified to UL/NSF quality standards of domestic manufacturing.

Manufacturing Origin

Marra Forni’s design standards are very different from any domestic or internat i o n a l m a n u f a c t u r e r . T h e t y p e a n d quality of materials used in engineering design, construction and insulation

a r e d e s i g n e d t o e n s u r e t h a t o v e n s operate at high efficiency and consistently perform under peak demand conditions

Materials and Construction

Only Marra Forni brick ovens feature MarraStone, a proprietary brick material imported from the Naples region of Italy This unique material is at the heart of every Marra Forni brick oven The MarraStone is refractory (made to consistently withstand very high opera t i n g t e m p e r a t u r e s ) a n d h e a v i l y

out or compost the plug and not worry about harming the planet Now that's

porous (designed to absorb heat, retain thermal mass and then give that heat up to the food being cooked in the oven) Additionally, Marra Forni brick ovens feature six layers of insulation,

Benefits of the SKECHERS Direct Corporate Shoe Program

Are you tired of costly slip-and-falls? Are you frustrated with your current shoe program? The SKECHERS Direct Corporate Shoe Program is the answer! This program is cost-free with no minim u m p u r c h a s i n g r e q u i r e m e n t s o r setup fees – your employees buy direct from SKECHERS and save!

ARY Inc Brings Innovation and Experience to Your Door

with 200 or more employees and who a r e b a s e d i n t h e U n i t e d S t a t e s o r Canada The program offers employees a year-round 30 percent discount on S K E C H E R S s l i p - r e s i s t a n t w o r k s h o e s a n d s a f e t y t o e f o o t w e a r A l l o f t h e SKECHERS slip-resistant work shoes are tested to meet or exceed industry standards

SKECHERS will put together a cust o m e c o m m e r c e s i t e a n d w i l l c u stomize the selection based on your r e s t a u r a n t ’ s u n i f o r m n e e d s . Y o u r employees can purchase shoes online with free shipping and free returns or by shopping at any of the 500-plus SKECHERS Retail stores in the United States and Canada.

“This cost-free program has some incredible benefits and will provide your employees with a substantial discount on safe, comfortable and durable t r e n d - r i g h t f o o t w e a r r e s u l t i n g i n improved worker safety, morale and overall efficiency,” says National Sales Manager Harold Surabian.

The SKECHERS Direct program is available to restaurants and companies

Included in the program is the SKECHERS $5,000 slip and fall warranty that helps protect your company from costly slip-and-falls In a d d i t i o n , e m p l o y e e s w i l l b e n e f i t from SKECHERS Quarterly Friends and Family Days events on shoes for the entire family, including kids’ shoes, walking shoes, running shoes and more (30 percent off on over 3,000 styles).

Y o u m a y a l s o o f f e r y o u r e m p l o ye e s a p a y r o l l d e d u c t i o n p r o g r a m f o r t h e i r s h o e p u r c h a s e s , w h i c h w o u l d e n a b l e t h e m t o s p r e a d t h e c o s t o f t h e i r s h o e s o v e r m u l t i p l e p a y c h e c k s . T h i s p a r t o f t h e p r o g r a m i s e n t i r e l y o p t i o n a l f o r t h e e m p l o y e r , a n d y o u n e e d n o t o f f e r a p a y r o l l d e d u c t i o n p l a n t o e n a b l e y o u r e m p l o y e e s t o e n j o y a l l o f t h e o t h e r b e n e f i t s o f t h e S K E C H E R S D i r e c t C o r p o r a t e S h o e P r o g r a m .

For more information, call 855.759.7463, email info@skechersdirect.com or stop by booth #3154.

Safeguard Your Food & Your Bottom Line

By Thom Schmitt, Vice President of Sales, ComplianceMate™

Every organization in the foodservice industry must balance operating costs while exploring n e w i n d u s t r y s o l u t i o n s t h a t improve their ROI. The majority of foodservice establishments accomplish this by utilizing an FSMS – food safety management system An FSMS helps b u s i n e s s e s t o i m p r o v e f o o d h a n d l i n g , f o o d q u a l i t y , f o o d safety and overall productivity

Reduced Time and Labor

The time it takes to complete certain paper-based tasks, such as temperature checks, can be drastically reduced with the use of digital checklists They benefit both employees and managers by maintaining HACCP guidelines and s t r e a m l i n i n g p r o c e s s e s w h i l e g i v i n g managers instant access to data needed to ensure smooth operations

Reduced Spoilage

Food spoilage costs businesses hundreds of thousands of dollars per year

Whether through unchecked temperature or undetected equipment problems – food waste can impact your budget with costly repairs and undercut your bottom line

When nonmodifiable data, relating t o t e m p e r a t u r e c o n s i s t e n c y , i s c a ptured and instantly made available to operations managers, it can provide a l a r g e r v i e w o f t h e i r i n v e n t o r y a n d

processes with total clarity

With automated digital food safety programs, operations and FSQA managers can review temperature logs for inconsistencies that may indicate the n e e d f o r e q u i p m e n t m a i n t e n a n c e , upgrades or replacement Additionally, f o o d m a n u f a c t u r e r s c a n a v o i d a n y potential food product recalls

For nearly 50 years, ARY Inc has been bringing innovation and a wealth of experience to restaurateurs and foods e r v i c e p r o f e s s i o n a l s a l i k e I t b e g a n when the company’s founder gained a unique insight into the challenges and shortfalls of the prof e s s i o n a l c u t l e r y a v a i l a b l e t o t h e f o o d i n d u s t r y A d e s i r e t o i m p r o v e these conditions led h i m t o f o u n d A R Y Cutlery The goal to p r o v i d e q u a l i t y , comfortable cutlery a t a n a f f o r d a b l e price won the business of many in the foodservice and food processing industry. Innovations such as double-injected handles ensure a long-lasting and sanitary knife that can stand up to r e p e t i t i v e u s e i n a f a s t - p a c e d w o r k environment. An economy line that is capable of perfect cuts time and time again but is perfectly priced for buying in bulk. Creating designs that earn NSFapproved ratings or color-coded handles that help with your HACCP program to reduce worries during inspections.

For years, VacMaster, a division of ARY Inc, has been the standard in comm e r c i a l - g r a d e v a c u u m p a c k a g i n g equipment for restaurants. It began

Instant Alerting

When IoT sensors are installed, data is automatically recorded, and alerts are triggered and sent instantly when temperatures or humidity changes occur outside of an acceptable range This f a c i l i t a t e s a m o r e proactive reaction to ( a n d m a n a g e m e n t o f ) a n y p o t e n t i a l problems and avoids a n y c o s t l y e q u i pm e n t f a i l u r e , u l t im a t e l y e n s u r i n g a m u c h s a f e r f o o d environment

Maximized Productivity

The time to train an employee is also reduced because the software is easy to learn, easy to use and can be mastered in under five minutes

C o r r e c t i v e a c t i o n s a r e p r o v i d e d immediately, which minimizes disrupt i o n i n t h e w o r k f l o w p r o c e s s a n d increases productivity exponentially.

M a n a g e r s c a n r e f e r t o t h e d a t a t o review employee efficiency and modify any corrective action where necessary.

Mitigation of Labor Shortages

Most tasks, once automated, can eliminate the need for human intervention.

over 30 years ago when there were little to no options for quality, yet afforda b l e v a c u u m p a c k a g i n g m a c h i n e s VacMaster filled that void and quickly became a favorite of foodservice prof e s s i o n a l s T h r o u g h o u t t h e y e a r s , t h e p r o d u c t line has expanded to prov i d e p a c k a g i n g e q u i pment to fit any budget And it isn’t just packaging solutions they prov i d e F o r r e s t a u r a t e u r s a n d c h e f s w a n t i n g t o offer a unique experience f o r t h e i r c u s t o m e r , V a c M a s t e r h a s d e v e lo p e d t h r e e s o u s v i d e immersion circulators that deliver consistent, flavorful results even at scale. ARY Inc. continues to innovate and develop solutions for those in the foodservice and food production industry. W o r k i n g w i t h b o t h f o o d p r o c e s s o r s and restaurant staff, it has developed a line of personal protection equipment that delivers on quality and affordability. It is the company’s mission to provide customers with PPE that meets or exceeds regulatory standards, provides worker comfort and safety and gives owners peace of mind.

For more information, call 800.821.7849, go to www.vacmasterfresh.com or stop by booth #1068.

Automating allows managers to focus on maximizing the productivity of existing employees with other tasks and responsibilities with no need for additional staff

The Solution

The multifaceted solution of workflow automation and temperature sensor monitoring helps owners and managers achieve food safety and quality across an unlimited number of locations

C u s t o m i z a b l e h i e r a r c h i c a l d a s hboards provide access to view and analyze their data from anywhere on any web-enabled device and create custom reports, all with enterprise-grade data security

Wireless Bluetooth capability, long battery life and complete portability allow employees to complete a wide range of checks in seconds Each probe can transmit data to Android, Windows and other devices with an internet connection

Read the full story here: www.compliance mate.com/blog/how-to-improve-yourroi-with-food-safety-technology

For more information, go to compliance m a t e . c o m , e m a i l s a l e s @ c o m p l i a n c e mate.com, call 678.346.0380 or stop by booth #9016.

Attract More Customers with Wilpack Packaging

In the competitive restaurant business, restaurateurs are always looking for an edge to attract more customers Now several proactive restaurateurs from m o m - a n d - p o p s h o p s t o r e g i o n a l chains are looking beyond the dining room to boost their business and brand with portion packaging to go

P o r t i o n p a c k a g i n g p l a c e s f o o d items in conveniently sized containers from small, dipping sauce-size cups to large family-size deli cups that can be neatly used anywhere to satisfy today’s i n c r e a s i n g l y o n - t h e - g o c o n s u m e r lifestyle

T o o p t i m i z e p o r t i o n p a c k a g i n g , m o r e r e s t a u r a t e u r s a r e f o i l - s e a l i n g items on-site or at central prep areas to eliminate take-out and delivery spills, while enhancing safety, freshness, food preparation, as well as allow for prepackaged, over-the-counter retail sales.

W i l p a c k P a c k a g i n g ’ s n e w s e m iautomatic portion cup filling and seal-

ing machine is a perfect match for restaurants and small production runs

Improving Take Out and Delivery

While takeout and delivered orders can be an important part of a restaurant's business, too often it can make the wrong impression if the product spills in the bag or car on the way home, making a mess At fault are the “clamshell” food containers and plastic “snap cap” cups typically used for transport These not only do not seal securely, but also do not provide an oxygen barrier This means the takeout and delivered food will not stay fresh long

To prevent spilling liquid or semi viscous products from soup, sauce, salsa, syrup and salad dressing to gravy, curry, chili, pudding, hummus, coleslaw, potato salad and mashed potatoes, more restaurateurs are turning to conveniently portion packaged, foil-sealed cups. These eliminate spills and mess, while

Customers Will Love This Level of First-Class Service

Customer service is an important part of any business, especially when there is so much competition entering the market every day How can you stand out? What can you do so your customers remember your business? Do they experience something remarkable enough to tell their friends about it?

G i v e y o u r c u s t o m e r s f i r s t c l a s s treatment with a pre-moistened, 100 percent cotton terry cloth refreshment t o w e l b e f o r e , o r a f t e r , t h e i r m e a l

Served refreshingly chilled or soothingly warmed, your customer will remember that touch of first-class service they received

White Towel Services offers a full range of affordable pre-packaged, premoistened, single-use, terry cloth towels sized from 8 inches by 8 inches up to 12 inches by 12 inches Each towel comes scented with lemon or lavender essential oils for the ultimate in a luxury towel Also available in peach-mango and unscented

White Towel Services also has a towel warmer for easy heating! Just

add the pre-moistened towels at the b e g i n n i n g o f s e r v i c e a n d t u r n t h e warmer on Your towels will be hot and ready all day Each warmer has a 100 percent money back, lifetime warranty and is UL Listed

Add Your Name and Logo to Each Package

Y o u r c o m p a n y h a s i t s o w n u n i q u e identity, from your signature products and services to the special relationships you've created with your customers Now it’s time for you to build your most precious asset – your good name – by creating your own prestige brand

Design the towel packaging any way you wish Convey your marketing message creatively and stand out from your competition!

White Towel Services, Inc is the original source for hot and cold towel service

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Optimizing Food Prep and Retail

S i n c e t h e f o i l s e a l extends the freshness, you c a n e l i m i n a t e t h e d a i l y prep of your products in favor of prepping batches once a week, twice a week

o r j u s t w h e n e v e r d o w n time allows you to

For restaurants with p o p u l a r s p e c i a l r e c i p e s , such as a signature barbecue or spaghetti sauce, foil sealing portion control cups can even enable prepackaged retail sales Existing restaurant staff can package these items during non-peak service hours This can create an additional revenue stream for the restaurant to promote its brand, with its name, logo or other information imprinted on the foil seals or portion control cups

Larger chains are benefitting from

more automatic, high-volume fill and seal systems “Originally, we used snap cap cups for various sauces, but it was too messy and labor intens i v e , ” s a y s M i c h a e l B r i n k m a n , P r e s i d e n t o f B u d ’ s C h i c k e n a n d Seafood Restaurants, one o f t h e l a r g e s t f a m i l yo w n e d a n d o p e r a t e d c h i c k e n a n d s e a f o o d restaurant chains in South Florida today with multiple locations

“One employee at our commissary can now prod u c e w h a t s e v e r a l d i d m a n u a l l y a t i n d i v i d u a l r e s t a u r a n t s i n t h e p a s t , ” c o n c l u d e s Brinkman “Since our Wilpack sealer is faster and more compact than our previous machine, it has doubled our production speed and simplified operations in the same floor space ”

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w w i l p a c k p a c k a g i n g c o m , e m a i l s a l e s @ w i l p a c k p a c k a g i n g c o m , c a l l 815 490 9235 or stop by booth #10216

The Versatile iSi Gourmet Whip: More Than Just Whipped Cream

Thanks to the perfectly coordinated system made of high-quality materials, the iSi Gourmet Whip is a must-have in any commercial kitchen The Gourmet Whip is a multi-functional food whipp e r f o r a l l h o t a n d c o l d a p p l i c a t i o n s : w h i p p i n g c r e a m , m a k i n g e s p u m a s , d e s s e r t s , s a u c e s , s o u p s , c o c k t a i l f o a m s a n d r a p i d infusions The iSi system is even powerful enough to whip up non-fat and dairyfree toppings to meet the n e e d s o f t o d a y ’ s l i f e s t y l e diets

In addition to its versatility, the iSi Gourmet Whip is a high-quality tool made w i t h l e g e n d a r y i S i q u a l i t y and consistency The NSFcompliant Gourmet Whip is e a s i l y m a i n t a i n e d a n d washed, and because it is h a n d h e l d , m a n y c r e a t i o n s can be served tableside for that added quality experience that patrons love

With many accessories available, the iSi Gourmet Whip provides even more inspiration for your culinary creations From decorating tips to a rapid flavor infuser, t h e r e a r e e n d l e s s p o s s i b i l i t i e s f o r experimentation

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r e l i e d u p o n i S i w h i p p e r s a n d c h a r ge r s f o r m o r e t h a n f i v e d e c a d e s . T h e y i n s i s t o n i S i b r a n d f o r d u r a b i l i t y , p e rf e c t l y e n g i n e e r e d l e v e r a c t i o n a n d

c o n s i s t e n t l y f i l l e d c l e a n g a s c h a r ge r s L e g e n d a r y i S i q u a l i t y d e l i v e r s t h e a b i l i t y t o w h i p u p c r e a t i o n s t h a t s a v e m o n e y a n d t i m e i n a b u s y k i t c h e n

Experience the versatility of the system for yourself and elevate your culinary creations to the next level

Visit booth #268 to see our culinary ambassadors and the Gourmet Whip in action and learn more about its capabilities.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w

.isiecoseries.com or stop by booth #268.

Shared Experience: How the Collective Inspires Next-Generation Chefs with Waring Products

Waring Commercial has launched The Collective, a partnership program featuring talented and influential chefs c o m m i t t e d t o s h a ring knowledge, raisi n g a w a r e n e s s a n d sparking innovation.

With a diverse range of culinary skills and p e r s p e c t i v e s , t h i s group forms a powerful bloc of profess i o n a l s d e v o t e d t o p r o m o t i n g c h a n g e , i n t r o d u c i n g n e w ideas, and educating others on best practices that can make a difference in the industry.

T h e a c c o m p l i s h e d c h e f s o f T h e Collective share their unique experi-

e n c e a n d i n s i g h t s t h r o u g h s o c i a l media, master classes, in-person training and Waring’s video series of interv i e w s a n d r e c i p e d e m o n s t r a t i o n s , d i splaying their talent for transforming food into f e a s t u s i n g W a r i n g ’ s range of professional p r o d u c t s . E a c h c h e f maintains fresh, original and engaging cont e n t t h a t ’ s u p d a t e d regularly to showcase n e w r e c i p e s , W a r i n g t o o l s a n d t e c h n i q u e s that inspire.

C h e f J a m i e S i m p s o n , E x e c u t i v e

Frying Oil Management with VITO –Going Green with Benefits

Working more sustainably and becoming more green-minded is an increasingly important part in the HORECA i n d u s t r y R u n n i n g a r e s t a u r a n t “ t h e green way” sends a great message to e x i s t i n g a n d p o t e n t i a l c u stomers and prov i d e s p e a c e o f mind for owners a n d o p e r a t o r s doing something g o o d f o r o u r planet

W a l k i n g t h e eco-minded path often comes with increased operat i o n c o s t s Luckily, that is not the case when it c o m e s t o f r y i n g oil management

Done right, your b u s i n e s s i s n o t o n l y m o r e s u stainable, but also more profitable and able to offer products with increased quality

With the right handling and maintenance of frying oil, its lifetime can be doubled, which automatically leads to a positive impact on the environment

Less oil usage leads to fewer oil orders, leading to less delivery and disposal trips, resulting in lower gasoline consumption and decreased CO2 output. The less oil needed, the smaller the amount of packaging material thrown away for new oil orders. Lower o i l c o n s u m p t i o n a l s o d e c r e a s e s t h e agricultural space needed for oil pro-

duction E v e r y r e s t a u r a n t c u t t i n g t h e i r o i l u s a g e i n h a l f c a n e a s i l y c o n s e r v e a r o u n d o n e f o o t b a l l f i e l d w o r t h o f p l a n t s p e r y e a r , a n d l o w e r i n g o i l

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t i o n s , r i g h t f r y i n g t e m p e r a t u r e s a n d a g o o d f i l t r a t i o n s y s t e m w i l l d o t h e t r i c k I t i s p r o v e n t h a t a h i g h - e f f ic i e n c y f i l t r a t i o n s y s t e m l i k e t h e

VITO oil filter system can save up to 50 percent on oil c o s t s a n d s l o w s d o w n t h e f o r m ation of acids and acrylamides in the p r e p a r e d f o o d With the right oil filtration, the food quality is tremendously increased, and customers can taste and see the difference Satisfied and well-fed customers are the result

By managing the oil with the right procedures and the right filtration syst e m , o p e r a t o r s w i l l h a v e a p o s i t i v e i m p a c t o n t h e e n v i r o n m e n t a n d increase customer satisfaction, quality and profits

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o www.vitofryfilter.com, call 847.859.0398, e m a i l i n f o @ v i t o f r y f i l t e r . c o m o r v i s i t booth #5412.

Top Chef Master winner, specializes in farm-to-table, plant-forward cooking

In the kitchen, Jamie designs dishes around micro-seasonal cooking utilizing every part of a vegetable’s life cycle

H e a l s o f o r a g e s , k e e p s b e e s , d e h ydrates and ferments foods as part of his c o m m i t m e n t t o t h e e n v i r o n m e n t , treating food sources with the utmost respect

Elite Miami-based pastry chef, author and Collective member Karina Rivera swears by Waring products To prepare her highly sought-after seasonal macarons, she says, “I use Waring products because they allow me to achieve a product I feel proud of My favorites would include the food processor and the Bolt immersion blender This equipment is all that I need to make beautiful and delicious desserts!” The results? Mouthwatering macarons, mousses, pavlovas and more

I n a d d i t i o n t o s h a r i n g i n s p i r i n g new culinary creations, many chefs in The Collective also offer sustainable and easy-to-adopt culinary practices

for reducing food waste by maximizing the use of foods that are regularly discarded and converting them to profit

S p e a k i n g t o t h e i n f l u e n c e o f T h e Collective, Chef Douglas McMaster, the owner of Silo London – the world’s first zero-waste kitchen – offers high praise:

“The Collective is such an amazing pers o n a l a n d i n t e r p e r s o n a l a c t i o n t h a t Waring has taken to amplify the key messages behind making the industry a little bit better Waring,” he continues, “is one of the most transformative companies in that way ”

From celebrity restaurateurs, cutting-edge kitchen innovators, private chefs and elite educators to koji fermenters, master chocolatiers, mirrorglaze pastry chefs and celebrated pizz a i o l o s , e v e r y m e m b e r o f T h e Collective shares their vast and varied experiences to educate the next generation of chefs and inspire and influence the world of commercial cuisine

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , s t o p b y b o o t h #637

Rak Porcelain USA Sets the New Standard in Tabletop

By Tanya Goggans, Marketing Director, RAK Porcelain USA

RAK Porcelain USA continues to innovate with new dinnerware, flatware and glassware as we garner new excitement in the HORECA and hospitality industry.

This season we have set our sights on offering a wide variety of tabletop s o l u t i o n s . W e t a k e pride in setting the bar high to redefine and enhance lifestyle dini n g e x p e r i e n c e s ; w e believe with some of o u r n e w i n n o v a t i o n , we are ready to soar!

RAK Porcelain has taken inspiration from a r o u n d t h e w o r l d t o c r e a t e a u n i q u e , y e t sensory collection of dinnerware, RAK Earth. We have mastered an exclusive matte glaze process to give the appearance of beautifully hand-crafted pottery reminiscent of authentic terracotta and clay, while keeping the smooth non-porous and durability composition of porcelain This collection invites you to embark on a culinary voyage through time and discover the origins a n d i t s i n f l u e n c e s a c r o s s t h e s e v e n seas Share memories through food and culture, creating new traditions with elevated tableware Welcome to RAK EARTH explore the territories of Tero, Argila, Baantna and Ghera

Our iconic Le Ballet Bone China collection continues to elevate the dining standard with the newest introduction, Spectra It is the perfect combina-

tion of where our noble material mirrors the fragile appearance of ballerinas but embodies the strength of their p e r f o r m a n c e L e B a l l e t s h o w s g r e a t chip resistance, luminosity and ethereal beauty Spectra is enchanting and alluring, featuring elegant lines to captivate your senses and make culinary masterpieces take center stage.

Our Youngstown collection is setting a new standard in commodity tableware. Not only will we charm you with compelling new dinnerware, but w e a r e i n t r o d u c i n g n e w g l a s s w a r e a n d f l a t w a r e t o complement the tabletop.

Stolzle will continue to s h i n e w i t h b r i l l i a n t n e w stemware and barware, elev a t i n g c o c k t a i l s e r v i c e t o n e w h e i g h t s w i t h s t r i k i n g v e r t i c a l a n d g e o m e t r i c l i n e s o f Symphony, Club, Manhattan and Soho. With extravagant shapes and alluring lines that will captivate you, these new shapes will be sure to please.

Our collection of tabletop is unparalleled, featuring high alumina dinnerware that reflects high quality, durability and beauty, stylish flatware and the most compelling crystalline partnership in the market – Stolzle RAK Porcelain has been a reliable partner and a onestop tabletop solution provider to hospitality professionals in search of excellence and innovation, and we look forward to serving you in the future!

For more information, email info@rak porcelainusa com, visit www rakporcelain com/us-en or stop by booth #6222

Chef Liaison at The Culinary Vegetable Institute at the Chef’s Garden and 2012

Break Free from the Limits of Traditional Channel-Based Timers

F e a t u r i n g a 6 8 - i n c h t o u c h s c r e e n ,

Renau’s SKT/Smart Kitchen Timer sets the new industry standard by eliminating traditional product channels and replacing them with intuitive, virtually limitless tiles Operators can program up to 1,000 of these tiles, each containing a unique image icon, description, timer, duty cycle(s) and action mess a g e ( s ) T h i s l e v e l o f c u s t o m i z a t i o n essentially makes the SKT an all-in-one kitchen timer with the ability for a single unit to handle every single timed event, process and task in the commercial kitchen

The SKT features two different UI styles: one for “Cook Mode” and anoth-

er for “Hold Mode ” With modularity in mind, the SKT is also configurable in either horizontal or vertical orientation This versatility allows for quick and easy mounting virtually anywhere in the kitchen These areas include the grill, retherm station, fryer, hot/cold h o l d i n g b i n s , p r e p t a b l e a n d d r i v e through window

Continuing Renau’s long tradition of setting standards, the SKT revolut i o n i z e s c o n f i g u r a t i o n a n d p r o g r a m updates Instead of programming on the device itself, users connect their SKT to the powerful Configuration Tool From there, the only limitation is the imagination Users can create nearly an

e n d l e s s n u m b e r o f p r o d u c t / p r o c e s s timers, task reminders, alerts messages, groups, job aids and more Need to program more than one device? No problem! Simply create a master configuration file containing all of your programming and upload it to any additional SKTs What’s more, with Renau Cloud compatibility users have the ability to make wireless changes and push the update to all SKTs in the field

A s p a r t o f t h e S m a r t K i t c h e n System line of products, the SKT provides full compatibility with its Wireless Sensor Modules and various probes and sensors Adding temperature monitoring to a walk in or holding bins not only increases product freshness, but

also provides operators with valuable information on equipment health This in turn provides ample warning when preventative maintenance may be necessary

Renau’s Smart Kitchen Timer provides a much-needed alternative to the big, expensive and low function channel-based timers that have become so common in the kitchen The SKT helps foodservice operators reduce waste, cut costs, increase quality, prioritize and maintain food safety, boost efficiency and improve customer satisfaction F

r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t www renau com or call 818 341 1994

Quality & Customer Service are Key for Rotella’s Italian Bakery

Rotella’s Italian Bakery has never been afraid of progress For more than 100 years now, the family-owned operation has been growing, evolving and innovating – without sacrificing quality and customer service

Once a regional wholesale operation, Rotella’s is now one of the country’s premiere high-speed bakeries Its more than 500 employees work to offer about 500 fresh and frozen bread products to retail and foodservice accounts

n a t i o n w i d e , i n c l u d i n g r e s t a u r a n t s , national chains and commercial assemblers

“He always would say, ‘If you have a good horse, he’ll take you where you need to go, and that’s what I have in you,’” said Louis Jr

A l s o i n t h e 1 9 8 0 s , R o t e l l a ’ s launched a national campaign to sell fresh, frozen bread; steadily increased route distribution; and entered into sales agreements with regional and national restaurant chains

In 1989, Rotella’s moved to its 40acre campus in La Vista, which includes 5 0 0 , 0 0 0 s q u a r e f e e t o f p r o d u c t i o n s p a c e T h e S o u t h b a k e r y p r o d u c e s buns, rolls, hoagies, ciabatta and bread The East facility houses a bun and roll line; the segregated gluten-free bakery; and a test kitchen where customers can d e v e l o p n e w p r o d u c t s w i t h Rotella’s corporate R&D chef. Rotella’s plans to add another ciabatta line to its East facility this year.

Company and family pillar Louis Rotella Sr., who died in 2009, was recently inducted into The American Society of Baking’s Baking Hall of Fame along with his son Louis Rotella Jr., the bakery’s current President and Chief Executive Officer. They were honored for their vision, hard work and leadership that helped transform the bakery that Alessandro Rotella founded in 1921

Louis Jr said his father’s dream has come true, “because he’s being honored for having one of the best bakeries in the country, and I’m so glad that I’ve gotten to be a part of it ”

The two began partnering after Louis Jr graduated from college in 1972 By 1980, they were looking beyond Omaha Louis Jr credits his father’s support with Rotella’s success in expanding – first to Lincoln, Nebraska, then to Des Moines, Iowa, and beyond

“From the time I was a kid to what the bakery is today, you sit back and think, ‘This is unbelievable.’ That’s what makes you proud,” said Louis Jr. As Chief Executive Officer, Louis Jr. p r i o r i t i z e d p r o d u c t i n n o v a t i o n a n d automation, allowing the century-old company to grow into the national leader his father envisioned. He is now empowering the future. Louis Rotella Jr. has passed on day-to-day operations to the fourth generation, includi n g h i s s o n s L o u R o t e l l a I I I , C h i e f Operating Officer; and John Rotella, General Manager

For all the growth and change the b a k e r y h a s e x p e r i e n c e d o v e r t h e decades, Louis Jr said success comes down to two things: quality product a n d e x c e l l e n t c u s t o m e r s e r v i c e :

“Quality and service is everything; if you skimp on that, you’re losing ”

For more information, go to www rotella sbakery com or call 1 800 759 0360 or stop by booth #9924

Drop-off Catering is Back

An interview with Thaddaeus Smith, Exec Chef, Sterno.

RDN: Drop-off catering is experiencing a resurgence. Tell us about the products operators should be using to grow their business.

TS: Drop-off caterers have turned to Sterno’s line of chafing f u e l a n d w i r e r a c k c h a f e r p r o d u c t s f o r y e a r s A n d f o r g o o d r e a s o n : T h e s e l i g h tweight, reliable, easyto-use kits keep food at a safe and ideal serving t e m p e r a t u r e T h e s e u n i t s t y p i c a l l y u s e Sterno 2-hour chafing f u e l S o , f o r d r o p - o f f e v e n t s l a s t i n g l o n g e r than an hour, they are ideal

RDN: What about for events lasting under an hour? Most corporate lunches, for example, last for 45 minutes to 60 minutes

TS: You’re right, and corporate lunches are a perfect example As you mentioned, these types of events don’t require the performance capacity of a wire-rack set up Additionally, some venues may have open-flame restrictions To fill this gap, Sterno offers SpeedHeat®, a first-of-its-kind flameless

food warming system designed primarily to meet drop-off catering events that typically last under an hour.

RDN: Can you go into a bit more detail?

TS: Sterno SpeedHeat is changing the way caterers and restaurateurs think about their catering operations, especially when it comes to corporate lunches SpeedHeat is flameless and has only a few pieces, which means added safety and can be set-up in minutes by even n o n - f o o d s e r v i c e p r o f e ssionals Finally, unlike traditional chafing equipment that can take up to 20 minutes to ramp-up to the nece s s a r y t e m p e r a t u r e , t h e SpeedHeat packets provide i n s t a n t f l a m e l e s s h e a t w h i c h i s i d e a l f o r t h e s e shorter events

RDN How are the SpeedHeat packets activated?

TS: The SpeedHeat system has been carefully designed, so that its components work together to produce the maximum amount of heat in a safe, efficient and attractive unit For instant, flameless heat, place one SpeedHeat packet in each reservoir and fill each reservoir to the top with room temperature water It’s that easy

LFC Biodigester: Turning Food Waste into Water Like Magic

An interview with Iain Milnes, Founder and President, Power Knot

RDN: Why is food waste an issue?

IM: Every commercial k i t c h e n g e n e r a t e s food waste, whether it is from preparation o r l e f t o v e r s F o o d

w a s t e h a s a l w a y s

b e e n a n i s s u e , b u t w i t h a n i n c r e a s e i n p o p u l a t i o n , t h e v o lu m e o f f o o d w a s t e h a s g r o w n d r a m a t ic a l l y e v e r y y e a r W h e n f o o d w a s t e goes to a landfill, it rots and releases methane which is a climate super pollutant and 87 times worse than carbon dioxide for the environment

RDN: How does food waste dovetail with global warming?

I M : T h e r e i s a l a r g e c a r b o n f o o t p r i n t

a s s o c i a t e d w i t h s e n d i n g f o o d w a s t e t o a l a n d f i l l T h e r e i s a b o u t o n e p o u n d o f C O 2 e a s s o c i a t e d w i t h t h e p r o d u c t i o n a n d d e l i v e r y o f o n e p o u n d o f v e g e t a b l e s t o a r e s t a u r a n t b u t f o u r t i m e s t h a t i f t h a t o n e p o u n d i s d i sc a r d e d i n a l a n d f i l l I n t h e U n i t e d S t a t e s , w e w a s t e a r o u n d 3 0 t o 4 0 p e r c e n t o f t h e f o o d t h a t i s p r o d u c e d

R D N : W h a t i s P o w e r K n o t a n d t h e L F C ® biodigester?

IM: Power Knot develo p e d t h e L F C b i o d ig e s t e r i n r e s p o n s e t o c u s t o m e r demand to make a significant impact on its carbon footprint Power Knot d e s i g n s a n d m a n u f a c t u r e s t h e L F C biodigester in Silicon Valley, California T h e L F C b i o d i g e s t e r i s a f u l l y e n c l o s e d a u t o m a t i c f o o d w a s t e d i g e s t e r t h a t d i s p o s e s o f m o s t f o o d w a s t e w i t h i n 2 4 h o u r s I t u s e s a n a t u -

RDN: Why should restaurants invest in d r o p - o f f c a t e r i n g a n d c o n s i d e r SpeedHeat?

TS: For a relatively low cost, restaurants can add a high dollar and high margin offering with drop-off catering For a typical $200-plus business lunch order, the food, pans and SpeedHeat are only roughly 30 percent of the sale, leaving t h e l a b o r a n d d e l i v e r y c o s t W e ’ v e h e a r d s o m e r e s t a u r a n t s h a v e r e a l l y made it a nice profit center by extending their business into drop-off catering Adding SpeedHeat as the method of keeping the food hot, just makes it easier for an operation that is new to drop-off catering by having a safer and simpler setup for their customers

RDN: Can the SpeedHeat heat packets b e u s e d i n d e p e n d e n t l y f r o m t h e SpeedHeat system, with a traditional chafer, for example?

TS: Yes, we have a number of customers who use the refill system in traditional chafers It’s important to note that the packets and trays must be u s e d t o g e t h e r t o a c h i e v e o p t i m a l results.

RDN: Any final thoughts?

TS: Stop by and see us at booth #7012. We’d love to help you grow your business.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w .sterno.com, call 961.682.9600 or stop by booth #7012.

r a l p r o c e s s c a l l e d a e r o b i c d i g e s t i o n i n w h i c h m i c r o o r g a n i s m s e a t t h e f o o d w a s t e a n d t u r n i t i n t o w a t e r . T h e r e a r e e i g h t d i f f e r e n t s i z e s t h a t d i g e s t f r o m 1 0 k g ( 2 0 p o u n d s ) p e r d a y t o 3 0 0 0 k g ( 6 6 0 0 p o u n d s ) p e r d a y o f f o o d w a s t e

RDN: How does Power Knot envision the LFC biodigester changing the face of waste management?

IM: Traditional waste management is expensive and time consuming Most w a s t e m a n a g e m e n t s e r v i c e s c h a r g e w a s t e h a u l i n g a n d t r a n s p o r t c o s t s based on weight of the waste and distance to the waste facility

T h e L F C b i o d i g e s t e r r e m o v e s w a s t e m a n a g e m e n t s e r v i c e s a s t h e middleman and offers an inhouse solution that is simple and effective They i m p r o v e o p e r a t i o n s b y r e m o v i n g smelly bins outside that can attract pests and the need for personnel to carry that waste from the kitchen or galley to that bin

RDN: Why should we care about waste data analytics?

I M : Y o u c a n ’ t c o n t r o l w h a t y o u c a n ’ t m e a s u r e A l l L F C b i o d i g e s t e r s a u t o -

STAR DoubleStuffed Jalapeño and Garlic Olives

A great product for your category! Both garlic stuffed and jalapeño s t u f f e d v a r i e t i e s a r e g r o w i n g f a s t e r than the category and STAR has combined the two popular flavors into its n e w , c o l o s s a l s i z e d , f l a v o r - p a c k e d olives

Introducing STAR Double-Stuffed Jalapeño and Garlic Olives Harvested w h i l e s t i l l y o u n g , t h e s e l a r g e - s i z e d olives pack a whole lot of flavor

Featuring artisanal quality, these are the perfect balance of flavors, not t o o s p i c y a n d n o t t o o s a l t y E n j o y straight out of the jar, in charcuterie platters or use as a spicy garnish to your favorite drinks

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m a t i c a l l y c o n n e c t t o t h e L F C C l o u d , P o w e r K n o t ’ s r e v o l u t i o n a r y c o n t i n uo u s d a t a a n a l y t i c s s y s t e m . T h r o u g h t h e L F C C l o u d , c u s t o m e r s c a n t r a c k h o w m u c h w a s t e i s b e i n g d i g e s t e d a n d h o w m u c h c a r b o n d i o x i d e e q u i va l e n t i s d i v e r t e d f r o m t h e l a n d f i l l T h e m a c h i n e s c a n a l s o a c c o u n t f o r t h e t y p e o f w a s t e o r t h e s o u r c e o f t h e w a s t e t o f u l l y c a t e g o r i z e t h e w a s t e W i t h t h e L F C b i o d i g e s t e r , a n y c o mm e r c i a l k i t c h e n o r b u s i n e s s i s a b l e t o g e t a b e t t e r u n d e r s t a n d i n g o f w h e r e i m p r o v e m e n t s c a n b e m a d e w i t h a r e s u l t o f w a s t i n g l e s s a n d i m p r o v i n g p r o f i t a b i l i t y

RDN: Who is currently using the LFC biodigester?

I M : P o w e r K n o t h e l p s a n y o r g a n i z at i o n t h a t h a s a c o m m e r c i a l k i t c h e n o r g e n e r a t e s l a r g e a m o u n t s o f o r g a n i c w a s t e W e h a v e m a c h i n e s i n s t a l l e d o n s i x c o n t i n e n t s a n d m a n y o f t h e w o r l d ’ s o c e a n s C u s t o m e r s i n c l u d e r e s t a u r a n t s , a l l m a j o r h o t e l l i n e s , s t ad i a , m i l i t a r y b a s e s , u n i v e r s i t i e s a n d c r u i s e s h i p s F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , a c c e s s w w w p o w e r k n o t c o m o r e m a i l i n f o @ p o w e r

Eurodib Introduces New Products This Year

An interview with Alexandre Dumaine, Vice President, Eurodib

RDN: Tell our readers about your company What’s your main line of business?

A D : T h a n k y o u f o r h a v i n g m e I ’ m Alexandre Dumaine, Vice President of Business Development at Eurodib, a l e a d i n g i m p o r t e r a n d d i s t r i b u t o r o f European foodservice equipment and supplies in North America We offer innovative and reliable equipment for commercial kitchens

RDN: What would you say makes your company unique?

AD: Eurodib is unique due to our famil y - o w n e d n a t u r e , s t r o n g N o r t h American presence and comprehensive approach to customer service. Our e x p e r t t e a m p r o v i d e s g u i d a n c e o n equipment selection, installation and m a i n t e n a n c e , e n s u r i n g c u s t o m e r s receive the best value from their investments.

RDN: Are you introducing any new products?

AD: This year, we’re introducing new products, including the KAZE vacuum machine range for diverse commercial kitchen needs, roll-in blast chillers for l a r g e - s c a l e o p e r a t i o n s , h i g h - e n d dough mixers for professional bakers and pizzerias and state-of-the-art meat aging cabinets to enhance flavor and tenderness

RDN: What distinguishes your products from the competition?

AD: What distinguishes our products is our commitment to offering a diverse range of options within each category, catering to different budgets and specific needs We source our products f r o m t o p E u r o p e a n m a n u f a c t u r e r s , ensuring high standards of performance and durability

RDN: How do you see the next year in

Reduce Oil Consumption and Waste with Magnesol

terms of economy, sales, technology and product evolution?

An interview with Kevin Ryan, Director of Foodservice Sales – North America

RDN: Tell our readers about The Dallas Group, the manufacturer of Magnesol®

KR: The Dallas Group of America (DGA) is a family-owned company, started by our Founder Robert Dallas in 1989 DGA manufactures products for the filtration of edible oils, both for industrial manufacturing and foodservice applications We operate multiple m a n u f a c t u r i n g a n d p a c k a g i n g f a c i l i t i e s in North America, Europe and China

RDN: Magnesol is a unique means of oil filtration What is it and how does it work?

ly see a 40 percent or greater extension of frying oil life This could mean a savings of $500 for a small single fryer or up to $20,000 annually per store for a large volume chicken restaurant We are conducting oil savings analyses onsite at the NRA Show in booth #5233 for any attendees interested in seeing how much Magnesol could benefit their operations

R D N : I s t h i s p r o d u c t simple to use? Is training necessary?

AD: In the coming year, we expect the f o o d s e r v i c e i n d u s t r y t o f o c u s o n increasing productivity, enhancing relia b i l i t y a n d o f f e r i n g e c o n o m i c a l l y a c c e s s i b l e s o l u t i o n s . W e a n t i c i p a t e growing demand for equipment that improves productivity and efficiency, and foresee increasing emphasis on a u t o m a t i o n , u s e r - f r i e n d l y i n t e r f a c e s and energy efficiency. Eurodib is wellp o s i t i o n e d t o m e e t t h e s e d e m a n d s with our comprehensive product range and ongoing adaptation to new technological advancements and market trends.

RDN: To what do you attribute your company’s success?

AD: Our success can be attributed to our flexibility as a business, dedication to customer service, exceptional warranty service and outstanding product portfolio We continuously adapt to t h e e v o l v i n g m a r k e t a n d c u s t o m e r n e e d s , f o s t e r i n g l o n g - t e r m r e l a t i o nships built on trust and mutual benefit

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t t o w w w e u r o d i b c o m , c a l l 8 8 8 9 5 6 6 8 6 6 , email customerservice@eurodib com or stop by booth #6647

UNOX, Inc. Expands with New Manufacturing Facility in United States

In an ongoing effort to reduce lead times and meet growing demand in the United States, Unox, Inc. will open a state-of-the-art production facility near Charlotte, North Carolina.

The Italian-based smart oven manu f a c t u r e r , k n o w n f o r i t s i n n o v a t i v e c o m b i o v e n t e c h n o l o g y , w i l l s o o n e x p a n d p r o d u c t i o n t o t h e U n i t e d

States Headquartered in Padua, Italy, w i t h a w o r l d w i d e s a l e s a n d s e r v i c e presence, the move to open a new assembly facility in the United States is both a response to rapidly growing demand in the North American market and a way to get ahead of supply chain challenges forecast to continue.

While many equipment and supply

K R : M a g n e s o l i s a s a f e , f o o d - g r a d e powder that removes both solid and dissolved impurities from used frying oil to provide extra oil life and enhance food quality Our product is trusted and used globally in over 115 countries every day, thanks to our valued distributors

RDN: There are many oil filtration systems on the market Why should someone choose Magnesol?

K R : M a g n e s o l c o n t i n u e s t o b e t h e industry standard that all other filter media are compared to We service the world’s largest restaurant chains, and they continue to recognize Magnesol as the most effective, economical and simple way to ensure the highest quality fried products and tremendous cost savings We also provide extensive oil t e s t i n g i n o u r l a b o r a t o r i e s t h a t a r e staffed by AOCS-certified chemists

RDN: What kind of savings would an average restaurant see using Magnesol?

KR: There are many variables (volume of oil, type of products being fried, hours of operation, cooking temperature, etc ) when it comes to savings, but we typical-

companies continue to be affected by s h i p p i n g d e l a y s , m a t e r i a l a n d l a b o r s h o r t a g e s a n d p r o d u c t i o n b a c k l o g s , U n o x o v e r c o m e s t h e s e c h a l l e n g e s through lean vertical integration – a model the company adopted since its inception in 1991 Ninety-five percent of every Unox oven is made “in house,” either in their primary manufacturing facility or through one of their subsidiary companies that manufactures specific parts and components.

“From metal to circuit boards to detergents and many other key compo-

KR: It couldn’t be easie r ! S i m p l y a d d t h e Magnesol powder duri n g t h e f i l t r a t i o n process The powder remains in the filter box and acts like a magnet to attract and remove impurities from used edible oils Plus, we have a full team of oil m a n a g e m e n t e x p e r t s s t r a t e g i c a l l y located around the globe to assist you with onsite training, if needed

RDN: Is Magnesol safe to use? Does the powder remain in the oil?

KR: Magnesol is food grade and completely safe Our product meets all the food-grade specifications of the U S Food and Drug Administration (FDA), National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) and the Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) of the World Health Organization (WHO) Frying oil passes through Magnesol filter powder during the filtration process The filter powder does not remain or dissolve in the frying oil These findings have been third-party verified R D N : H o w d o e s M a g n e s o l i m p r o v e sustainability?

K R : B y u s i n g M a g n e s o l , r e s t a u r a n t operations will reduce oil consumption a n d w a s t e , r e s u l t i n g i n a p o s i t i v e impact on our environment and a safer workspace for employees

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w magnesol com, call 800 367 4188, email m a g n e s o l @ d a l l a s g r p c o m o r s t o p b y booth #5233

nents, we have integrated almost everything into our manufacturing process,” says Nicola Michelon, Global Chief Executive Officer of Unox “This gives us more control in the overall product quality as well as the time involved to fulfill orders It means we’re much less vulnerable to delays and backlogs ” While some components will be manufactured in the new facility, others will continue to be manufactured in I t a l y , w i t h s u b s t a n t i a l s t o c k t o b e

Plant-Based Foods from Beleaf

Beleaf Corp is a California plant-based meat and seafood company providing high-quality foodservice products to the industry of vegan and plant-based r e s t a u r a n t s , d i s t r i b u t o r s a n d c o nsumers As a growing company with o u r o w n m a n u f a c t u r i n g p l a n t i n Taiwan, there are current plans in p l a c e t o b e g i n the expansion of our state-of- thea r t f a c i l i t y t o a c c o m m o d a t e future global dist r i b u t i o n T h i s expansion is just one of the many ways we, as an established company, are committed to bringing our d e l i c i o u s , h i g h l y v e r s a t i l e p l a n tb a s e d / v e g a n p r o d u c t s t o e v e r y o n e , everywhere

Beleaf is a veteran in the vegetarian and vegan food industry with a history tracing back to the 1988 family-founded Pure Brother Co , a Taiwan-based food manufacturing company Jason Chiu, Beleaf’s Corp Chief Executive Officer, having a desire to keep his family’s legacy going, established Beleaf Corp in the United States to introduce western markets to these high quality food products The four hero products: Award-winning Konjac Shrimp, Smoked Chicken

Drumsticks, Bacon and SunnySide Up Egg, have all been vegan-certified and are currently used by many chefs and restaurants These products – along with its plant-based snack line of jerky, kitchen must-haves of vegan oyster sauce and vegan broth seasonings, sashimi, pork, chicken and soybean meat – make the vast array of products that the company offers Beleaf strives to have something for everyone – for those who are plant-based/vegan or just someone looking to enjoy a tasty familiar alternative

B e l e a f I n B e t t e r Beleaf envisions that a b e t t e r , m o r e s u s t a i n a b l e f u t u r e begins with incorporating plant-based foods into the daily diet Beleaf’s miss i o n i s t o i n s p i r e w e l l n e s s t h r o u g h a d o p t i n g a p l a n t - b a s e d l i f e s t y l e because Beleaf believes when you feel good, you do good Integrity, quality and the greater good drive Beleaf’s purpose Beleaf is passionately dedicated to introducing consumers to more cruelty free and environmentally sust a i n a b l e c h o i c e s t h a t c a n m a k e a n impact well beyond the dinner plate

For more information, go to www beleaf vegan com or stop by booth #185

Food For Life Committed to Health of Customers

Food For Life Baking Co ® , makers of the i n c r e d i b l y d e l i c i o u s a n d n u t r i t i o u s

Ezekiel 4:9 ® Sprouted Grain Bread, is committed to the health of its customers since its inception over 50 years ago

The lineup includes: Ezekiel 4:9, 7 S p r o u t e d G r a i n a n d G e n e s i s 1 : 2 9 ® breads, English muffins, tortillas, buns, cereal and pocket bread

Sprouting maximizes digestibility a n d n u t r i t i o n w h i l e l o w e r i n g t h e

glycemic index in its flourless bakery products

Food For Life meticulously chooses its ingredients and refuses to use acidifying agents such as: cultured wheat s t a r c h , v i n e g a r , c a l c i u m p r o p i o n a t e and ascorbic acid – all preservatives This is why the company primarily sells Food For Life breads frozen

For more information, go to www food forlife com or stop by booth #1482

Greater Savings with FILTROX SUPERSORB

F I L T R O X S U P E R S O R B ® c a r b o n f i l t e r pads have been proven to perform in

envelopes and pleated filters extend the useful life of frying oil by trapping damaging particles 500 times smaller than a grain of sand

Among the benefits are less oil usage, fewer oil change outs, cleaner oil, greater savings and more consistent food quality

shipped to the Americas and housed in t h e N o r t h C a r o l i n a a s s

e m b l y p l a n t

According to Mark Klindera, president o f U n o x , U S A , t h i s w i l l c r e a t e a smoother, more cost-effective flow for fulfilling a growing number of orders in the North American market

“The primary benefit of bringing production to the U S is being able to get finished products to our customers on this side of the world more quickly,” Klindera says “Components from our Italian subsidiaries can be housed in t h e N o r t h C a r o l i n a a s s e m b l y p l a n t , making parts easily accessible and creating a faster line of production Then once the ovens are assembled, domestic shipping will save time and costs for U S -based customers It’s a win-win ”

In addition to improving the production process, the new facility will also mean expanded job opportunities in the Charlotte area The new state-ofthe art facility is projected to bring 30 new jobs to the area, including positions related to engineering, research and development, technical support, sales, production and warehouse management

“We’re growing in so many ways,” s a y s K l i n d e r a “ W e ’ v e a l s o r e c e n t l y e x p a n d e d o u r s a l e s a n d m a r k e t i n g team, and technical support team True

growth doesn’t happen in a bubble; if one aspect of the company is growing, o t h e r s w i l l s u r e l y b e i m p a c t e d a n d grow as well This is very good news for Unox, USA and the Unox brand as a whole ”

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o www unox com

top foodservice operations, consistently out-performing other types of frying oil filtration media

S U P E R S O R B c a r b o n f l a t p a d s ,

Food products cooked in clean oil cook faster, absorb less oil a n d h a v e a c r i s p e r t e x t u r e Simply drop a SUPERSORB carbon filter pad into your fryer f i l t e r p a n t o d a y a n d s t a r t enjoying the benefits of cleaner oil

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w filtrox com or stop by booth #9806

Unox (Cont’d from p 51)

Increase Your Bottom Line with Compaction Technologies

As a restaurant owner or operator, you know that labor shortages are a real problem With restaurants unable to fill s h i f t s , y o u ’ r e l e f t w i t h e m p l o y e e b u r n o u t a n d a p o o r guest experience

But there is a way to reduce dining room t r a s h c h a n g e s b y 8 5 p e r c e n t a n d e m p t y t h e m q u i c k l y a n d e f f o r t l e s s l y A n d i t costs only about $6 a day – much less than the cost of hiring a pers o n t o b a b y s i t y o u r trash

Automation is the answer to your trash woes.

I n t r o d u c i n g O r i g i n a l e c o t r a s h . ® . This hands-free, motion sensor-activated trash compactor is perfect for busy restaurant dining rooms. It’s also much quieter than traditional trash disposal systems, so your guests won’t even know it’s there.

P l u s , C o m p a c t i o n T e c h n o l o g i e s ’ innovative design means that you can rethink the way you handle trash. With contactless disposal, you'll be able to meet guest expectations and ensure a c l e a n e r f r o n t - o f - h o u s e e n v i r o n m e n t , which is more important than ever as we’re emerging from lockdowns and closed dining rooms.

Original ecotrash is plug-in and play, easy to install and doesn’t require any technical knowledge to operate.

Compaction Technologies aims to

foodservice?

JD: After a couple of challenging years, the foodservice industry is definitely turning a corner. Health and safety restrictions are being eased, restaurant sales improved in 2022 and operations saw more diners. In addition, predictions indicate that 2023 is going to be the year of “Experience Dining,” with kitchens providing not only great food but also being featured as the visual centerpiece of the restaurant

RDN: How does Montague equipment help in this category?

JD: Montague is famous for designing and building custom island cooking suites, the genesis of “theater display cooking ” Our double-depth Excalibur® suites are the focal point of many busy o p e r a t i o n s w h e r e h i g h - v o l u m e demand, chef communication and efficient workflow are essential We custom design and manufacture to any operation’s specific needs and help

reduce the volume of waste and divert it from landfills to be a viable resource It delivers user-friendly, intuitive techn o l o g y t h a t e n a b l e s o p e r a t o r s a n d

Transport Large Equipment with SalesMaker Carts

o w n e r s t o d e c r e a s e t h e v o l u m e o f waste sent to landfills and incinerators and divert it to recycling and composti n g . C o m p a c t i o n T e c h n o l o g i e s p r ovides cost-effective and environment a l l y c o n s c i o u s w a s t e m a n a g e m e n t products and services.

M o s t i m p o r t a n t l y , C o m p a c t i o n Technologies helps you increase your bottom line and maximize your workforce talent to focus on the tasks and people who matter the most.

So if you’re looking for an autom a t e d , s u s t a i n a b l e a n d c o n t a c t l e s s solution to your trash problems, then visit Compaction Technologies at the show and see how the Original ecotrash can help your business thrive.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , s t o p b y b o o t h #3982.

t h e m c r e a t e t h e i r u l t i m a t e c o o k i n g environment. And with the extraordinary finishing touches we can include on these dream kitchen suites, there’s no limit to the beauty and style that can be incorporated to match the FOH décor and design.

RDN: What’s some of the most popular equipment included in these suites?

J D : T r a d i t i o n a l l y s i z e d b e t w e e n 8 4 inches and 96 inches wide, core equipment includes ranges, broilers, griddles, ovens, salamanders and fryers, and from there the possibilities are endless Integrated refrigeration can be included for maximum “hot and cold” efficiency; a pass-thru oven and hightemperature searing planchas are popular additions for visual appeal There’s just no limit to the customizations that c a n b e i n c l u d e d W e ’ r e a l s o s e e i n g more requests for induction cooking capabilities This technology provides instant electrical heat without creating excessive ventilation issues

RDN: What about smaller operations

S i n c e 1 9 9 2 , S a l e s M a k e r C a r t s h a s b e e n p r o v i d i n g i t s o n e - o f - a - k i n d , s i ng l e - p e r s o n o p e r a t i o n m a t e r i a l h a nd l i n g s o l u t i o n s t o c u s t o m e r s l o o k i n g t o s a f e l y t r a n s p o r t h e a v y e q u i p m e n t f r o m s i t e t o s i t e . T a k i n g t h e s a m e a p p r o a c h a n d c a r e a s a n a m b u l a n c e g u r n e y t r a n s p o r t i n g p a t i e n t s , S a l e s M a k e r C a r t s h a s d e v e l o p e d a p r o d u c t l i n e o f f o l d i n g c a r t s f e a t u r i n g r o c k - s o l i d r e l i a b i l i t y a n d t i m e - t e s t e d s i m p l i c i t y t o c a t e r t o t h e n e e d s o f t h e r e s t a u r a n t a n d f o o d s e r v i c e t e c h n ic i a n s a n d i n s t a l l e r s . I f y o u h a v e e v e r n e e d e d t o t r a n sp o r t a c o m b i o v e n , c o m m e r c i a l c o ff e e m a c h i n e o r m u l t i - h e a d b e v e r a g e d i s p e n s e r , y o u k n o w i t c a n b e a c u mb e r s o m e p r o c e s s r e q u i r i n g m u l t i p l e p e o p l e a n d a b o x t r u c k . T h e D e m t r u k r a n g e f r o m S a l e s M a k e r C a r t s s o l v e s t h i s p r o b l e m , u t i l i z i n g a n i n d u s t r y

who can’t fit a double-depth suite in their kitchen?

JD: Smaller operations may want to consider a single-depth island suite, our Crusader® model. Crusader offers all of the customization and design options as the Excalibur double-depth suite, but often ranges in width from 42 inches and 48 inches wide and again, offers an unlimited length. Crusaders provide smaller or space-challenged operations with their dream kitchen w h i l e s t i l l i n t e g r a t i n g a l l t h e g r e a t equipment options as a double-sided suite

RDN: What are the solutions for operations that want to feature display cooking but frequently change menus?

JD: There are modular island suites like t h e M o n t a g u e U D C “ P l u g - N - P l a y ”

Island Suite The UDC provides all the benefits of our double- and singledepth suites, but unlike those models, it offers added flexibility and interchangeability of individual equipment

This modular system features central-

f i r s t r o l l - o f f p l a t f o r m f o l d i n g c a r t i n c o r p o r a t i n g a n a d j u s t a b l e h e i g h t d e s i g n , a l l o w i n g a s i n g l e o p e r a t o r t o t r a n s p o r t u p t o 5 0 0 p o u n d s a n d i n a n d o u t o f a v a n , S U V o r e v e n p i c k - u p t r u c k s w i t h c a r g o b e d s u p t o 3 5 i n c h e s t a l l

T h e r e c e n t l y r e f r e s h e d Demtruk lineup now gives the customer options of a 24 inches or 26 inches wide platform with lengths of 27 5 inches, 33 5 inches, 42 inches and 48 inches long for your larger pieces of equipm e n t A l s o i n c l u d e d i n t h e refreshed lineup is a new removable lower shelf and brakes on all f o u r w h e e l s , i d e a l f o r p r o d u c t demonstrations and loading on sloped terrain, now standard with each Demtruk cart order.

T h e s e b a c k s a v i n g c a r t designs from SalesMaker Carts help businesses save cost by reducing the manpower required for each delivery or technician service call, and protecting from injuries while out in the field d u r i n g s t a n d a r d d a y - t o - d a y o p e r ations.

Contact the SalesMaker Carts team t o d a y a t 8 0 0 . 8 2 1 . 4 1 4 0 o r v i s i t www.SalesMakerCarts.shop to discover how their range of carts and dollies can help your company’s technician and sales fleet streamline their equipment transportation processes and improve overall efficiency.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w .salesmakercarts.shop.

ized gas and electric connections, making it easy for chefs to reposition or even replace key equipment without a major remodel. This flexibility means an island suite can be easily adapted to s u p p o r t m e n u c h a n g e s o r u p d a t e d w i t h a n e w p i e c e o f e q u i p m e n t t o expand menu options.

R D N : O t h e r t h a n y o u r e x c e p t i o n a l equipment, what else does Montague do to enhance an island suite purchase?

J D : F r o m s t a r t t o f i n i s h , M o n t a g u e helps our customers build their dream kitchen – the ultimate heart of any h i g h - v o l u m e o p e r a t i o n W h e n c o mpleted, customers receive our exclusive Entire-Site ETL Design Certification that includes a Montague factory technician onsite to supervise installation

We invite you to stop by our booth d u r i n g t h e s h o w a n d s e e w h a t Montague can do for you

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w m o n t a g u e c o m p a n y c o m , c a l l 800 345 1830 or stop by booth #5013

Montague (Cont’d. from p. 1)

Faster, Fresher, Cooler –Produce Logistics with Americold

Where in the world are you importing from or exporting to? South America?

E u r o p e ? A u s t r a l i a o r N e w Z e a l a n d ?

Probably all of those and more How many service providers are involved with the picking, packing, shipping, repacking, storing and delivery of your products? Your supply chain is already

White Coffee (Cont’d from p 1)

Arabica coffee, White Coffee sells the finest coffees to thousands of residents in New York and across the United States each year As the company has grown, White Coffee has helped pio-

complicated and the demands of your customers won’t stop They want produce fresher, faster and more frequently Cost pressures are likely restricting you from adding to your team, so what can you do?

It’s a lot Americold understands and is here to assist With a vertically

neer the growth of the specialty coffee industry

Today, White Coffee continues to be an industry leader in sourcing and roasting the finest coffees available as w e l l a s f e a t u r i n g w o r l d - f a m o u s licensed brands such as newly added

integrated supply chain model and industry experts who’ve been in your shoes, Americold has the infrastructure, the knowhow and the port-adjacent locations with a full suite of value-added services that can alleviate the stress you and your supply chain are under Importing from Spain? Americold has locations throughout the Iberian Peninsula Growers in South America?

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Peanuts, Baileys and Mars Wrigley, to name a few The company has built its business one customer at a time, cup b y c u p , w i t h e x c e l l e n t q u a l i t y a n d attentive customer service

States? Americold has produce-specific operations at the ports of Philadelphia, Savannah, Houston and Los Angeles, and other facilities close to eight other ports, too

Using Americold’s vertically integrated services will simplify your supply chain and give you back valuable time to focus on your core business

For more information, go to www ameri c o l d c o m , c a l l 8 8 8 8 0 8 4 8 7 7 , o r e m a i l info@americold com

tion, certified woman-owned business, in operation since 1939 Its products are available in retail outlets throughout the United States and online

Varstar (Cont’d. from p. 1)

Like nearly all businesses and families over the past two and half years, Varstar has dealt with the challenges p o s e d b y C O V I D - 1 9 . V a r s t a r h a s emerged as a stronger company – a company that is ready for the future.

Captain Ken Freiberg developed his famous Firehouse Oven-Baked Beans while on duty at Firehouse No 14 in St Paul, Minnesota Over 55 years later, this signature recipe (plus many others) is made with the same attention to d e t a i l , c o m m i t m e n t t o q u a l i t y a n d homemade taste

The story of Captain Ken’s Foods began in the summer of 1943, when Ken Freiberg joined the St Paul fire department In 1953, he was promoted to Captain As was custom at most fire stations, each fireman took turns cooking meals for his fellow firefighters

G o i n g f o r w a r d , t h e f o c u s o f Varstar’s business remains on providing exceptional service to customers, which has meant doubling down on a commitment to enhance and upgrade technology to meet the needs of and o p p o r t u n i t i e s f o r t h e t r a n s p o r t a t i o n industry.

As Varstar welcomes a return to a normal day-to-day business environment, the company is also encouraged to see so many people outside of the t r a n s p o r t a t i o n i n d u s t r y n o w f u l l y

h o p i n g t o s a m p l e s o m e o f C a p t a i n K e n ’ s h o m e c o o k e d b a k e d b e a n s , made the old fashioned way – oven baked – not canned

As Ken’s bean recipe grew in popularity, his fellow firefighters urged him to start a business, but Ken wasn’t ready to give up life as a firefighter In 1963, though, he used his two-week vacation to sell his oven-baked beans from a food stand at the Minnesota State Fair The beans were a popular hit A few years later in 1967, at age 55, Ken retired early from the fire department to start Captain Ken’s Foods It didn’t take long for Captain Ken’s reputation for making quality food products to grow

White Coffee is based in Long Island City, New York, and is a third-genera-

aware of the importance of an efficient continental supply chain to their dayto-day lives

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w whitecoffee com companies and logistics professionals is also dedicated to providing successful solutions that meet the diverse needs of their individual customers in today's rapidly changing marketplace.

Ultimately, the Varstar family has the interests of families in both the United States and Canada front and center every day. Varstar plays a critical role in ensuring that everything from what goes on the kitchen table to products for the home arrives on time.

Varstar’s commitment to technology centers on a management system

s e g m e n t s T h e c o m p a n y f e a t u r e s a broad line of award-winning chilies, made-from-scratch oven-baked beans ( n o t c a n n e d ! ) , s p e c i a l t y t a c o m e a t s , varied flavored macaroni and cheese r e c i p e s a n d m o r e O t h e r c u s t o m e r f a v o r i t e s i n c l u d e S l o p p y J o e M e a t Sauce, Chicken Pot Pie Filling, Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes, Spanish Rice and Home-style Chicken Chow Mein All p r o d u c t s a r e m a d e u s i n g p r e m i u m ingredients No additional preparation is needed Just heat and serve This convenience allows operators to focus on other pressing business demands of the day such as labor needs, new menu items, marketing and customer service

(TMS) that combines state-of-the-art technology in an easy formula providi n g a w i d e r a n g e o f f u n c t i o n s t h a t enables the company to be a shipper’s one-stop-shop. The investment in TMS n o t o n l y m a k e s V a r s t a r ’ s j o b m o r e focused, but offers the most value to any shipper and provides an unlimited strategic potential for all parties along the supply chain.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o www.varstaralliance.com.

inspected and certified plant Package types range from institutional size onegallon pouches to single serve containers Products are distributed by national and regional broad-line distributors End-user operators include restaurants, c a f e t e r i a s , r e s o r t s , c a s i n o s , c a t e r e r s , convenience stores, delis, healthcare facilities, schools and more

All Captain Ken’s products offer q u a l i t y , c o n s i s t e n c y a n d v a l u e Employees take great pride in making great tasting food products and continuing the commitment to quality that Founder Captain Ken Freiberg started more than 55 years ago

Captain Ken’s specialty was making oven-baked beans with bacon Word spread, and people from the neighborhood would stop by the fire station

Today, Captain Ken’s makes and markets a diverse range of quality food products for operators and consumers in the foodservice and retail market

F o o d & B e v e r a g e a n d M e e t i n g s + E v e n t s , F o r b e s c o n t i n u e s t o b r i n g w o r l d - c l a s s h o s p i t a l i t y p r o d u c t s t o t o d a y ’ s h o s p i t a l i t y a n d r e s t a u r a n t i n d u s t r i e s . T h e s e i n n o v a t i v e m o b i l e p r o d u c t s m a k e i t e a s y t o g i v e y o u r g u e s t s f i v e - s t a r s e r v i c e , w h e n a n d w h e r e t h e y e x p e c t i t .

C a p t a i n K e n ’ s F o o d s i s f a m i l y o w n e d a n d o p e r a t e d P r o d u c t s a r e m a n u f a c t u r e d a t t h e c o m p a n y ’ s S t Paul facility, which is a USDA- and FDA-

ing equipment and revenue generation) that improve all areas that chall e n g e t h e e v e r - c h a n g i n g i n d u s t r y landscape.

A s a g l o b a l p r o v i d e r o f m o b i l e e q u i p m e n t f o r H o t e l O p e r a t i o n s ,

Forbes’ commitment to excellence never stops and it is always looking for w a y s t o i m p r o v e g u e s t s a t i s f a c t i o n through the products hoteliers rely on every day. That’s why Forbes has spent m a n y y e a r s w o r k i n g w i t h h i g h - e n d hotel brands to develop systems that work for them, streamlining systems (i.e., space-saving storage, labor-sav-

T h i s d e d i c a t i o n t o t h e c u st o m e r s ’ s u c c e s s h a s h e l p e d F o r b e s t h r i v e a s a w o r l d - r e n o w n e d g l o b a l h o s p i t a l i t y a n d r e s t a u r a n t e q u i pm e n t p r o v i d e r . T h e y s k i l l f u l l y c r e a t e w h a t t h e h o t e l i e r c a n e n v i s i o n a n d

b e y o n d ; c o n s i d e r F o r b e s M o b i l e

M i x o l o g y C a r t s . F o r b e s w o r k e d w i t h i n d u s t r y l e a d e r s a n d m i x o l o g y

e x p e r t s t o d e v e l o p t h e u l t i m a t e m o b i l e c o c k t a i l e x p e r i e n c e . T h e s e

t a b l e s i d e p o r t a b l e b a r c a r t s p r o v i d e

a c o m p l e t e m i x o l o g y s o l u t i o n

d e s i g n e d t o o f f e r a n e l e v a t e d g u e s t e x p e r i e n c e T h e e n d r e s u l t i s i n c r e a s e d r e p e a t b u s i n e s s , a d d i t i o n a l r e v e n u e s t r e a m s , a w o r r y - f r e e R O I a n d a l o w e r c o s t o f o w n e r s h i p .

Forbes welcomes the opportunity to create customized solutions that contribute to customers’ success. You can rely on its ability to design and produce products that the hotel industry can’t seem to get from anyone else.

F o r b e s p r o d u c e s p r o d u c t s o l u t i o n s that project an image of long-lasting quality. No hassles, no worries, just innovations that work.

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t w w w c a p t a i n k e n s c o m , c a l l 8 0 0 5 1 0 3 8 1 1 , c o n t a c t M i k e T r a x l e r a t m t r a x l e r @ captainkens com or stop by booth #8262 mobile products for over 100 years All F o r b e s p r o d u c t s a r e d e s i g n e d a n d engineered to be safe, durable, functional and attractive. They start with premium raw materials and pay close attention to the details to produce outstanding quality and designs. Each product is manufactured in a state-oft h e - a r t f a c i l i t y i n C a l i f o r n i a a n d s h i p p e d w o r l d w i d e . F o r b e s ’ m o b i l e hospitality products are built to last, giving you a better ROI and lower cost of ownership.

For more information, visit booth #7445.

Captain Ken’s (Cont’d from p 1)

Forbes (Cont’d. from p. 1)

The Evolution of Sparkling Clean Glassware

brush Electric Glass Washing Machine as the “World’s Most Efficient Glass Washer ” With five spinning brushes to

temperature holding application. The patented system is so green that it can be used with their battery systems. The battery-operated Natural Eco-System can run three chafers up to 16 hours on a single charge No other system in the world even comes close

The Smart induction is also available in an AC model The AC is daisy chainable in sets of four In fact, it’s so green you can run four sets of four on a single standard 20-amp circuit That’s 16 chafers! There is no need to bear the

The Bizzy Bag (Cont’d from p 1)

Bizzy Bag’s debut trade show, and its game-changing products are featured i n t h e c e n t e r o f t h e S o u t h H a l l i n Startup Alley.

The Bizzy Bag provides more than 30 minutes of screen-free entertainm e n t f o r a n y b u s i n e s s o r s e r v i c e provider who wants to offer an extended and more enjoyable experience for families The reusable bag contains a mix of kids’ items to keep them happy and healthy, including:

• A v a r i e t y o f f o u r S T E M - b a s e d teacher-approved toys for ages 3 and up

• One small healthy snack

y e a r s , F i o r u c c i h a s u s e d o l d - w o r l d recipes to produce a full line of authentic Italian deli meats and snacks, using only hand-trimmed cuts of premium pork and the finest ingredients, then slowly aging them to perfection

Since 1850, the Fiorucci family has been creating authentic Italian inspired products, which honors the tradition of the Italian dinner table Its portfolio includes a variety of pre-sliced, diced

OiLChef (Cont’d from p 1)

quality rather than oil quality

T h e f o o d s e r v i c e a n d h o s p i t a l i t y industry has suffered since the shutdowns started in 2019 and the cost of food and energy has risen One food group – cooking oil – has more than doubled in price and is set to rise even further Supply chains have been hit with rising costs of fuel, labor, production and distribution

How can the foodservice and hospitality industry protect against these r i s i n g c o s t s ? T h e a w a r d - w i n n i n g

simultaneously scrub the inside and outside of glasses, it proved an economical way to ensure the fast, easy removal of tough stains such as lipstick a n d f r u i t p u l p T h e c o m p a c t s u b -

cost to rewire your facility.

I visited a hotel once that had purchased one of our competitor’s systems They had waited six weeks for it to come in, then realized to use the new system they would need to rewire the facility They didn’t have the budget for this, so the whole new system sat in boxes for a year until they had next year’s budget to rewire

One of the biggest pollutants in our industry is canned fuel; the cost of which has quadrupled in the last 10 years This is due to environmental impact taxes like those on gas and

• An antibacterial wipe and trivia/jokes to stimulate conversation

Additionally, items in the bag are e v e r - c h a n g i n g , a l l o w i n g f o r n e w excitement upon each encounter

“The Bizzy Bag launched with great success in over 70 restaurants, breweries, hotels, car dealers and retail since we opened the doors in early 2021 We are looking forward to taking the next step and introduce and educate just how the Bizzy Bag can enhance the e x p e r i e n c e o f p a r e n t s a n d c h i l d r e n alike to the NRA’s wider audience,” said Lauren Radie, Co-Founder of The Bizzy Bag “As parents of toddlers, we were tired of spending money on a nice evening out, but having to rush the

and bulk meats including Prosciutto, Pancetta, Salami, Pepperoni, Sopressata, Capicollo, Mortadella, Chorizo and other specialties, including the popular Paninos and Appetaggios snacking lines Fiorucci also offers an entire portfolio of all-natural snacking and deli meat products with no artificial flavors, colors, ingredients, preservatives, antibiotics, hormones, nitrates or nitrites, available in a variety of formats

Fiorucci has a versatile sliced, diced a n d w h o l e p i e c e I t a l i a n d e l i m e a t s

OiLChef accessory makes cooking oil last longer In fact, OiLChef – a catalyst for deep fryers – is doing just that

It keeps the cooking oil in a fresher condition by slowing down oxidation, stopping polymerization of the oil molecules, and by retarding the buildup of free fatty acids, peroxides, total polar materials and, most importantly of all, the carcinogenic acrylamides in frying oil

The OiLChef device is not a filter –it adds nothing to the oil and takes nothing out of the oil – and is an inorganic device that keeps your oil alive for longer The trade secret formula-

m e r s i b l e E l e c t r i c G l a s s W a s h e r , a n d l a t e r t h e u p r i g h t m o d e l , q u i c k l y became the professional bartender’s choice for durability, efficiency and size small enough to fit in almost any bar s i n k a n d r e m a i n s t h e n u m b e r o n e choice of bartenders today

To complement its line of electric glass washers, the company developed a line of brushes to clean virtually any

glassware size and shape; added the c o n c e n t r a t e d , g r e a s e - c u t t i n g , c l e a nrinsing LoSUDS Detergent; and later the SANI-MAID Disinfectant, Sanitizer and Deodorant Tablets and Sanitizer Test Strips for the ultimate in glassware sanitation

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t b e s t i n thebar com

typical three-star hotel spends about $30,000 a year on canned fuel Using canned fuel will pollute the environment more than burn-

k i n g , t h e S m a r t Buffet Ware induction and chafer systems will pay for themselves in six to nine months I’m not just talking about

meal to either get back to a sitter on the clock, or to avoid a meltdown. Crayons and sugar packets weren’t cutting it, and the guilt of the screen time sunk too deep – something had to be done So here we are!”

“We have seen great success by i n t r o d u c i n g T h e B i z z y B a g t o o u r menu,” said Trevor Baird, Owner of award-winning restaurant Trevor’s at t h e T r a c k s i n S a n J u a n C a p i s t r a n o , California “We have partnered with The Bizzy Bag, and with co-branded bags, Trevor’s at the Tracks’ families know that they can come to our establishment and their kids will be excited to join The Bizzy Bag is hands down the best solution we have found to provide

assortment that is great for restaurant operators to help reduce back-of-house prep and labor, with ready-to-eat and serve solutions Fiorucci’s products also h e l p m i n i m i z e f o o d w a s t e t h r o u g h s m a l l e r , r e s e a l a b l e p a c k s i z e s w i t h longer shelf-life, and help with portion control through individual slices

Some recently launched favorites i n c l u d e S l i c e d H o t S o p r e s s a t a ,

Charcuterie Salami, Classic Sopressata, Imported Prosciutto di Parma, Diced Genoa Salami and Pepperoni, along

tion of silver, combined with other rare and precious metals, works as a catalyst on the oil at a molecular level

The technology increases the thermal conductivity in the oil, enabling a faster heat recovery and allowing you to cook food quicker and at a lower temperature

V i r t u a l l y m a i n t e n a n c e - f r e e , t h e

OiLChef device is fully guaranteed for three years and has a life expectancy of three years and three months

A simple two second installation, the OiLChef is unbreakable in a kitchen and is virtually maintenance free There

the induction. The savings will pay for the complete system, chafers and all. The savings comes solely from eliminating the cost for the canned fuel This doesn’t even take into consideration the fire hazard from the open flame Then, the savings add up for years to come Go green and save green at the same time It is good for your property, for your employees and for the planet It’s great for your budget!

For more information, go to www smart buffetware com or stop by booth #8021

the highest quality and most soughtafter family-friendly experience.”

About The Bizzy Bag

The Bizzy Bag’s mission is for parents to e n j o y t h e i r e v e n i n g o u t ! L e a v e t h e tablet and babysitter behind Get to know your kiddos with the Table Talk while you wait for your food Let them explore the educational STEM based toys while you actually eat a warm meal Let them engage in independent play while you have an adult conversation or watch the big game

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , v i s i t w w w thebizzybag com, email info@thebizzy bag com or stop by booth #2545

with traditional offerings like Sliced Hot Capicollo, Mortadella, Salami Varieties, Prosciutto, All-Natural Pepperoni and Diced Pancetta Its Italian inspired deli meats are great for charcuterie and grazing boards, sandwiches and wraps, pastas and casseroles, pizzas and calz o n e s , s a l a d s a n d s o u p s , o r y o u r favorite chef-inspired recipes

For more information, visit www fioruccifoods com, email cfa marketing@ campofriofg com or stop by booth #10309

are no maintenance contracts, no software apps and wires or chemicals or costly monthly consumables to be purchased Each device costs less than a tenner per week and the oil and energy savings make the ROI very quick indeed! OiLChef comes with a money back guarantee and this is very reassuring for new clients who are facing rising costs every month and are searching for innovative ways to reduce running costs without negatively affecting food quality

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w oilchef com or stop by booth #1262

Fiorucci (Cont’d from p 1)

that propels you beyond limits The b r a n d - n e w W a r i n g ® C o m m e r c i a l E l l i p s e ™ B l e n d i n g S y s t e m h a s b e e n designed to change the way you think of blending with shorter blend cycles, greater output and more consistent results The Ellipse blender revolutionizes blending with a dual-motor system that maximizes speed and power to let you serve more customers in less time Blend beyond boundaries without the r e s t r i c t i o n s o f l i m i t i n g e q u i p m e n t You’re now free to go beyond traditional blending No longer let ingredients, time or manpower limit you!

The Ellipse blender will allow you to maximize your blending output with

Corby

h i g h - q u a l i t y a n d c o s t - e f f e c t i v e f l a tware, dinnerware and hollowware for over 40 years All Corby Hall tableware is manufactured in Europe for consistent quality, a quicker lead time and competitive pricing

When it comes to budgeting, purchasing and quality control, companies need a trusted partner who understands,

a p o w e r f u l a n d v e r s a t i l e , a l l - i n - o n e b l e n d i n g s o l u t i o n T h i s n e x t - l e v e l b l e n d i n g b r e a k t h r o u g h i s s u r e t o increase sales at your foodservice operation Designed to take on every blendi n g t a s k w i t h o p t i m a l e f f i c i e n c y b y blending any product in record time Q u i c k e r - b l e n d e d s m o o t h i e s m e a n s increased efficiency in your operations, allowing you to serve more customers in a shorter amount of time, getting your customer in and out the door in a timelier manner, leaving them satisfied and eager to come back

The Ellipse blending system feat u r e s a r e c h a r g e a b l e m o t o r - d r i v e n dasher that cuts blending times and boosts productivity The unique dasher technology significantly reduces bridg-

and creates products to help alleviate stress This is where Corby Hall shines!

Corby Hall specializes in long-lasting bright white porcelain dinnerware, and 18/10 stainless steel flatware and hollowware In fact, its 40-plus flatware patterns range from modern to traditional with a variety of finishes including mirror, satin and silverplate; each pattern has a minimum of 13 pieces

All Corby Hall dinnerware is manu-

timer that will auto-stop the blend.

ing by automatically rotating within the jar to scrape ingredients from the walls, and push them back into the blade, therefore breaking up air pocke t s a n d e l i m i n a t i n g t h e n e e d f o r a tamper or any manual manipulation of y o u r p r o d u c t w h i l e b l e n d i n g T h i s results in making quick work and less manual operation of heavy-duty blending jobs for smooth, consistent results

The newly designed sound enclosure automatically activates the motord r i v e n d a s h e r s y s t e m w h e n c l o s e d , meanwhile ensuring quiet operation, further reducing noise and vibration, proving you can still have commercial power without commercial strength noise The removable coupling system makes the unit easy to maintain, with

f a c t u r e d i n E u r o p e f o r s e v e r a l w e l l thought-out reasons: consistent quality, shorter lead time from the factory and pricing stability Durable bright white porcelain is what Corby Hall specializes in; its shapes can be found in some of the highest volume banquet operations in the world

Customer service is everything to Corby Hall, which is why it invests in inventory to ensure that not only your

less down time The Ellipse utilizes the strongest and most powerful blender base in the Waring Commercial line, t h e M X 1 5 0 0 p r o v i d i n g y o u w i t h unmatched power – 3 5 Horsepower and 30K RPM motor

From the thickest smoothies to robust sauces, the Waring Commercial Ellipse Blender is a must for maximum output with minimal work and waste The Ellipse blending system is a powerful new tool that will revolutionize your mixing experience With better consistency and speed, this blender will save you time, money and frustration in the kitchen

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , s t o p b y b o o t h #637

first order, but also reorders, are ready to ship right away Once you’ve joined the Corby Hall family, it is committed to treat you like family and will be available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week to meet your needs – and that is why you will find Corby Hall in the best restaurants, resorts and casinos in the world

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w corbyhall com

to produce the smoothest, silkiest blends with one-touch operation. These functions include Pulse/Ice Crush, Smoothie, Stir, Boost and A Bit More®. The powerful 1800-watt motor (3 peak hp) delivers blade tip speeds of 186 mph under load, while utilizing innovative noise suppression technology to deliver exceptional results, while being easy on the ears without the need for a sound shield A precision speed control dial allows the user to set the perfect blending speed in conjunction with a built-in

Marra Forni (Cont’d from p 4)

further enhancing thermal retention and cooking performance while reducing utility costs

Marra Forni’s brick ovens are handmade, brick-by-brick, honoring the tradition and technique of the artisan I t a l i a n m a s o n s T h e c o o k i n g d o m e structure is engineered to ensure thermal retention and even thermal distribution throughout the oven The result is that these ovens sustain optimal prod u c t i o n e f f i c i e n c y a n d p e r f o r m a n c e during peak production periods

Imported ovens often use a “kit” c o n s t r u c t i o n d e s i g n i n w h i c h t h e

Pick On Us (Cont’d from p 4)

something to smile about

Pick On Us wooden coffee lid plugs are available online at www pickonus com Custom branded (with your logo) wooden coffee lid plugs are also available for purchase

The 68 fluid ounce Tritan jug features smooth contours making it easy to extract the maximum possible yield of your blend with the included scraper tamper The preset Auto Clean feature removes stubborn purees from underneath the blades where it can otherwise be hard to reach by hand Two jugs are included for optimal workflow efficiency

T h e J u i c e F o u n t a i n ® X L P r o b r i n g s t h e b a r i n d u s t r y ’ s f a v o r i t e c e n t r i f u g a l j u i c e r f r o m B r e v i l l e ® t o t h e c o m m e rc i a l s p a c e A s p e e d s e l e c t i o n d i a l

cooking dome is composed of four p r e - m o l d e d c e m e n t q u a r t e r p a n e l s , which are then covered by a single layer of insulation and then finished While these ovens may look similar on the outside (tiled finish), the design, construction and materials are very different which will impact oven quality, durability and cooking performance

Performance

M a r r a F o r n i i s t h e i n t e r s e c t i o n o f A r t i s a n a n d T e c h n o l o g y I n n o v a t i o n

The brick oven is a 2,000-year-old cooki n g a p p l i a n c e t h a t M a r r a F o r n i h a s redesigned and incorporated modern

About Pick On Us

Pick on Us is an industry leader of ecofriendly cuisine décor tools for baristas and chefs For over 35 years, Pick On Us has helped creative baristas and chefs wow their guests by presenting their beverages with unique drink stirrers, cups and other café accessories, made

a l l o w s y o u t o m a x i m i z e y o u r j u i c e y i e l d w h e t h e r y o u ’ r e w o r k i n g w i t h c i t r u s , s o f t f r u i t s o r h a r d v e g e t a b l e s .

T h e e x t r a w i d e 3 . 5 - i n c h f e e d c h u t e a l l o w s y o u t o j u i c e w h o l e f r u i t s a n d

v e g e t a b l e s w i t h o u t p r e - c u t t i n g , s h o r t e n i n g p r e p t i m e A n i n c l u d e d

7 0 - o u n c e j u i c e j u g a n d p u l p b i n m e a n s y o u c a n j u i c e m o r e a n d c l e a n l e s s T h e j u i c e n o z z l e e l i m i n a t e s m e s s w h e n j u i c i n g d i r e c t l y i n t o s e r v i n g c u p s I n n o v a t i v e C o l d S p i n

T e c h n o l o g y ™ a l l o w s j u i c e t o f l o w u p a n d t h r o u g h t h e s t a i n l e s s s t e e l c u tt i n g d i s c s u r r o u n d e d b y a n I t a l i a n -

technology into so that the equipment i s r e l e v a n t i n t o d a y ’ s c o m m e r c i a l kitchen environment

The Marra Forni brick ovens feature dual-stage forced-air power burners, whereas competitive models still utilize less efficient atmospheric burne r s T h e b e n e f i t s i n c l u d e e f f i c i e n c y , utility cost reduction and greater production capacity Additionally, the gas a n d e l e c t r i c o v e n s f e a t u r e t h e

MarraSmart digital touchscreen cont r o l s w h i c h p r o v i d e a s i m p l e u s e r interface, programmability, precision operational control and the ability to c o o k c o n s i s t e n t l y i n a t e m p e r a t u r e r a n g e f r o m 2 0 0 t o 9 5 0 d e g r e e s

r o m d i s p o s a b l e b a m b o o T h e e c ofriendly products can be found in commercial kitchens and cafés all over the country Pick On Us services luxury hospitality chefs, baristas and caterers at resorts, casinos, restaurants, cafés and country clubs With over 7,000 clients and year over year annual sales

m a d e m e s h f i l t e r t o e n s u r e a n i n s i g n i f i c a n t t e m p e r a t u r e i n c r e a s e f o r o p t i m a l f l a v o r , c o l o r a n d n u t r i t i o n . Breville Commercial is the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge equipm e n t f o r c h e f s a n d m i x o l o g i s t s B y b r i n g i n g p r e c i s i o n , i n n o v a t i o n a n d great design to the culinary world, it aims to build products that give operators ultimate control so they can focus on delivering their best creative work

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w b r e v i l l e c o m m e r c i a l c o m o r s t o p b y booth #1040

Fahrenheit

The Marra Forni Rotator brick oven features a rotating cooking deck that is reversible and can be set to the second so that cooking results are consistent r e g a r d l e s s o f w h o i s o p e r a t i n g t h e oven Additionally, the oven automates the food manipulation process in the oven eliminating the need for a higherpaid employee skill set Marra Forni is committed to inspiring its customers, and is changing the way the industry cooks – one brick at a time!

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w marraforni com or stop by booth #2708

growth, the company has remained on the cutting edge of cuisine and beverage decor, spotting and setting the trends

For more information, go to www pick onus com, email info@pickonus com or stop by booth #8126

Hall (Cont’d from p 1)

Breville (Cont’d from p 1)