Foodservice News

Leading healthcare foodservice executives met at the Sheraton LaGuardia last month for the AHF-NY 2018 Educational Seminar and Vendor Exhibition with a theme of: “Challenges and Changes in the Healthcare Foodservice Industry”.

“Prosciutto has certainly evolved into something far more than something wrapped around melon balls,” noted Legacy Records Chef Ryan Hardy. The affable toque hosted a number of the nation’s top food writers and bloggers in his private kitchen at the new Hudson Yards eatery.

You thought adding a bar to your restaurant was going to be fun. But you realized pretty quickly that running a bar is definitely NOT easy!

Mayor Bill de Blasio was asked a question from the NYC Hospitality Alliance about allowing restaurants the option of using a clearly disclosed surcharge on menus. We were astonished by the Mayor’s response.

It was a special evening for all as the AJC 2018 Foodservice Division Reception took center stage recently at the ballroom of the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx. 

Many questions arose after the untimely death of Anthony Bourdain spanning from how could somebody who had it all have such a dark side, to the challenges of the restaurant and foodservice industry and the kitchen stress it can create, that Bourdain left behind.

As a business owner or operator, you’re bound to encounter some supply chain disasters at some point in your business operations. But, you don’t have to make the same mistakes as KFC did. Viewing logistics as a cost center could be a mistake.

Instantly recognizable for their culinary talents and experience in New York City and beyond, David Burke and Andrea Correale plan to expand David Burke Off-Premise Catering to become the fastest growing off-premise residential and corporate caterers in New York City.

Food loses its crisp because of the problems associated with moisture retention. This new solution called Keeping It Crisp will eliminate the problem and make sure that the food arrives fresh and crispy every single time.

We’ve taken a look at hospitality and foodservice trends from this year and identified several that are here to stay that will also have a positive impact on your business’ bottom line.

Since the Summer of 1992, more than any other culinary event, New York City’s Restaurant Week brings together a community of restaurants to celebrate all of the elements that make dining out meaningful to our guests.

Last month, NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio signed into law a comprehensive package of legislation designed to strengthen New York City’s anti-sexual harassment policies and combat workplace sexual harassment.

How do large restaurant chains turn their menus on a dime either when sales are slumping or a competitor sneaks in with a solid menu engineering strategy? And what can other emerging brands do to make similar business decisions?

B.GOOD, the industry pioneer in providing great tasting, locally sourced burgers, bowls, salads and smoothies, today announced the appointment of Chris Fuqua as the company's new Chief Executive Officer.

Behind the stick, there is nothing that beats lemonade for sheer refreshment. Here are four ways to enjoy lemonade as spring shifts into summer.

The Mediterranean Diet Roundtable is an inspirational and networking conference, where scientists and Food Industry leaders discuss dietary trends in America. An elite gathering, the MDR has attracted hundreds of professionals from all over the U.S. and the Mediterranean Countries.

The LMT team has returned from this year’s National Restaurant Association show with the latest tabletop trends and developments that have us buzzing with excitement going into summer.

Good design is good business. In an increasingly challenging market for new products, it’s important to take advantage of any competitive edge you can find.

Most of my restaurant friends thought this neighborhood that was gentrifying was a crappy location. Boy were they wrong and I went on to open more restaurants and the formula held true.

Resorts World Catskills, NY’s largest commercial casino resort, continued its Grand Opening celebration late last month with the official opening of Chef Scott Conant’s Italian inspired steakhouse, Cellaio.

Total Food Service sat down with new Connecticut Restaurant Association Executive Director Scott Dolch to discuss key issues, government support, and important upcoming events for the CRA.

Imperial Dade has acquired Gulf Coast Paper Co., Inc. The transaction represents the 16th acquisition for Imperial Dade, a leading national distributor of disposable food service and janitorial supplies, under the leadership of Robert and Jason Tillis, CEO and President of Imperial Dade, respectively.

Total Food Service's June 2018 Digital Edition features an exclusive Q&A Interview with Chef Michael Symon, as well as exclusive news and interviews from the Metro NYC foodservice community.

Celebrity Chef and President, Michael Symon Restaurants

ZUMEX Group continues its growth in the U.S.A. and Canadian markets and attended the 2018 NRA Show in Chicago where ZUMEX introduced their new Speed S +plus line, as well as the new Versatile Pro machine with 1Step Extraction Kit.

World Tea Expo, the leading tradeshow focused on advancing the business of tea, will present the 2018 World Tea Awards (#TeaAwards) from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nev.

Having your customers talk positively about your restaurant has huge advantages, and there is a psychological aspect to UGC that underpins its effectiveness. Here are several reasons why consumers love user generated content...

Now available in the U.S., Maestri Pastai is bringing their high-quality artisan durum wheat pasta of U.S based foodservice operators. Located in Mercato San Severino, Campania, Italy, with experienced master pasta makers from several generations, Maestri Pastai can be translated into “Masters of the Pasta”.

Consumer behavior in the food industry is transforming, thanks to emerging e-commerce and technological trends. The face of dining out and food establishments has changed from the traditional brick and mortar image.

There’s no question that the price of real estate has had a major impact on the use of small plates. The operator is paying so much per square foot. A big plate takes up a lot of room which then requires a larger table.

The $1.2 billion Resorts World Catskills has opened its doors in Monticello, NY and is the largest full-scale casino in New York and bringing hope that it can revive the region’s once robust tourism industry.

The 99th annual Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show® was held at Chicago’s McCormick Place from May 19-22. As the foodservice industry’s largest and most comprehensive annual event worldwide, the 2018 National Restaurant Association Show brought together a wide range of industry sectors in one space.

There's an exciting development for Miami-based celebrity chef, Adrianne Calvo, as she has been nominated for the People's Choice Best Chef of Miami 2018 award by the Miami New Times...

Anyone who has worked in restaurants knows sexual harassment is rampant in the industry. Some explain it away as the nature of the restaurant business, but it is essential to take a harder line on sexual harassment to protect your employees and your business.

Although the focus of each of the two conferences I attended was different (with the former focusing on the larger commercial trade and its major exporters, while the latter has an emphasis on smaller retailers/products for them), common trends emerge that we ignore at our peril.

Outstanding culinary students from public high schools were awarded scholarships to continue their culinary studies at the Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) New York Awards Breakfast at The Pierre Hotel. C-CAP President Karen Brosius awarded over $650,000 in scholarships and opportunities...