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Monical's secret to success

If you’re familiar with the Monical’s brand, it’s likely because of the wave of publicity the chain received back in 2003, when for a 17-month period it experienced zero turnover among management—a statistic that’s virtually unheard of in this business.

What ales beer?

The price of hops, that's what.

Founded in Brockton, Mass., more than 60 years ago, Cirelli Foods serves more than 4,000 customers in the Northeast, including independent restaurants,...

A good design serves a function. The function of a buffet is to serve the guest. Therefore, a properly devised buffet design places foods logically. Guests should be able to identify what they are eating and reach the food easily with appropriate service tools, including plates and silverware, strategically positioned.

(April 8, 2010)— Ten fruitand flavor pairings appear on Dole's foodservice Web site, meant to give chefs and restaurant operators ideasto inspire their own...

(January 20, 2011)—This month, the School Nutrition Association's "Tray Talk" series makes sense of new legislation and regulation on food sold in schools...

August is a dream month for sourcing local fruits and vegetables all over the U.S.

As we head into the new year, the mega-trends driving menu and product development fall into three major buckets: health and wellness, big flavors and breakfast. Sound familiar? While there are many cutting-edge mini-trends emerging, those feeding the mainstream are sticking to what customers want right now. But both operators and manufacturers are offering unique twists to differentiate themselves within these buckets.

The arrival of ramps—also known as wild leeks—is one of the first culinary pleasures of Spring. Foragers are currently supplying chefs and farmers markets with these fresh, green members of the spring onion family. Here are some places where ramps are sprouting up on the menu.

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