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With new labor laws going into effect, restaurants are starting to feel the pinch—and they’re responding. Here are just a few ways you can tackle the rising labor costs: 1. Automation At a bustling 2-story restaurant in San Diego known for cheap beers and tacos, raising food prices wasn’t an option. …

With an estimated 2 billion smartphone users in the world, it’s safe to say technology is here to stay. As tableside ordering and payment becomes more common, you may be asking what’s next for the humble guest check. Guest checks have long been helpful for recording orders (including sides, substitutions …

Hood filters might not be the most glamorous item in your kitchen, but you’d be amiss without it. Hood filters are designed to remove smoke, grease and other debris from the air before it hits your ventilation system. Without this line of defense, these materials would build up in your air …

When you think of sustainability in your restaurant, chances are you’re thinking about one of the following: Food waste Energy waste Single-use (disposable) waste But have you thought about glassware waste? That’s the question Root Down was faced with after examining the amount of glassware breakage in the restaurant. Considered …

A high-powered culinary blender is a must in any commercial kitchen, and the Expeditor™ 500 from Hamilton Beach is no exception. Boasting a strong, 1HP motor paired with an all-metal drive coupling and stainless steel blades, this powerhouse blender can chop, grind, blend, puree and emulsify in seconds! Plus, with …

I first came across preserved lemons on a trip to NYC back in 2012. A seemingly ordinary pasta dish suddenly became extraordinary with the addition of one simple ingredient. There was a slight citrus in the dish, but not overpowering; it was soft and subtle, and its aroma rivaled that …

What is it about getting older that makes us naturally risk-averse? In our youth we’re fearless. We don’t think twice about cliff diving off a coast into the Pacific, or telling our manager that we deserve to be making 6 figures because we have a graduate degree (and no work …

Usually when an ingredient rises to critical acclaim status it’s because a chef took an innovative spin on its preparation or made it more palatable. Take kale, an ingredient long relegated as a garnish beneath a scoop of chicken salad finally received its turn in the spotlight when it was …

Summer screams the need to be outside, and if you’re like us, you’ll love any excuse to have a party. Here’s our list of 10 things you’ll want in (and out) of the kitchen to throw a wicked party on your patio. Chef’s Knife We can’t think of a more …

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) isn’t a new concept, but there are still a lot of people who aren’t familiar with it. If you’re one of those people, not to worry—I’m here to help! Here’s how it works: A CSA program provides individuals with direct access to high quality, fresh produce …