Operations
Cold cases
Unlike back-of-house equipment, refrigerated display cases are on the front lines, seen day in and day out. Not only do they need to perform efficiently, they have to look attractive.
NRA finds organics hot in family dining
Requests for organic items increased more sharply within family restaurants between 2002 and 2004 than orders for any other menu item except chicken, according to a National Restaurant Association survey.
"Bold" is becoming a boring mantra on menus; flavor-craving customers want more. To tempt their taste buds—and wallets—chefs and menu developers across all segments are experimenting with flavor enhancing cooking techniques, layering flavors for maximum effect and punching up dishes with housemade condiments.