Tag: culinary education
PDO and PGI: The Importance of Protected Products
Why do PDO and PGI certifications matter? Since PDO and PGI certifications respectively have much (or everything) to do with the specific place where they are made, the products themselves are representative of their respective country/geography of origin on the world’s stage.
A Rose by Any Other Name Would Smell as Wheat
It’s July, which means its summer, full of festivity and merriment, made up of long sunny days and hot summer nights, filled with warm weather culinary favorites. This time of year is also a crucial time for certain harvests, in particular, that of wheat. However the air feels a bit heavier because it...
Hospitality Educator Blends Practical With Theoretical to Prepare Tomorrow’s Leaders
Karen Goodlad, CSW, is an Associate Professor at New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York where she was recently named the Interim Chair of the Department of Hospitality Management. Specializing in beverage management, she teaches an array of courses...
Epiros USA Brings Broad Portfolio of Menu Solutions To Nation’s Operators
Following the return to in-house dining many restaurants and foodservice operators are looking for ways to both strengthen their menus, as well as making them healthier. One of the ways those goals can be achieved is by using high quality, health-conscious cheeses. Epiros, a family-owned company...
Where Have You Bean All My Life? A Tale of Beans...
I can’t help but love the month February – sure, it can often be the coldest month of the year (at least in New York, where I’m based), but it’s also the second month of the year, the month of love! In Greek we have a saying, ‘Kryo Kryo Kairos, Yia Dyo’ which translates to, ‘when it’s cold...
Loumidis Foods Brings Tradition of Authentic Greek Taste To Nation’s Commercial...
With innovative ideas, a passion for success, and a desire to bring customers a premium product, Loumidis Foods has become a reputable Greek brand. Having started in 1920, the latest generation of the Loumidis family strives to maintain the traditional preparation of Greek cuisine, but with a modern...
Olive Oil – Makes Life Taste Better… and Healthier!
Tasting olive oils is essential not only to learn whether an olive oil is good or bad. But much like wine, the different qualities of different oils made from different olives lends a whole new element to culinary applications.
Loumidis Foods Makes Every Meal Great With Authentically Greek Products
With a rich history that began as an iconic Greek coffee brand, Loumidis Foods has become the source for the restaurant and foodservice professional looking for authentic Greek menu solutions. The Lyndhurst, NJ based firm has led the way to drive growth of the Mediterranean diet in...
