Here in the U.S., Memorial Day is typically seen as the unofficial start of grilling season (though we must note—approvingly—that people are increasingly grilling year round). By late May, the weather is predictably warm (for the most part—Colorado is an exception) and backyards are in full bloom, so it just …
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Organize Your Kitchen with the Focus EZ Wall! [Video]
Running low on storage space in your kitchen? Create a functional shelving unit out of almost any empty wall space with the EZ Wall from Focus Food Service! The EZ Wall is easy to install, and can be customized endlessly to fit your exact needs! Before taking action from the …
Read More »Top Concession Supplies to Prep for Summer
May is a great time of year, because we know that summer is upon us, which means warmer months, plenty of poolside visits, and outdoor events. Of course, one of the best parts of the summer is all the new food that starts popping up on the menu, especially at …
Read More »How to Install or Replace a Gas Hose [Video]
Is it time to replace your old and worn out gas hose? Or are you installing a new piece of equipment and need a new gas hose to go along with it? Either way, installing or replacing a gas hose is easy, and will keep your kitchen safe and functional! …
Read More »Food Allergy Awareness in the Restaurant
> In honor of Food Allergy Awareness Week, May 11-17, 2014, I thought I’d pull together some food allergy facts and how you can better prepare your restaurant for food allergen customers. First, I think I’ll start with my own story on food allergies. My youngest son has a severe …
Read More »Recipe: Cinco de Mayo Guacamole
Here’s the unvarnished truth about store-bought guacamole: it’s the Worst. (So bad it merits a capital W.) Like margarine or Velveeta, pre-fab guac is an inferior imitation of the real thing. It’s not worth your money. It’s not even worth sacrificing a single tortilla chip. If there were commandments associated …
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