Elf on a Shelf at Houston’s

The holidays just aren’t complete without plenty of festivities, and this year we were lucky enough to have a friendly little elf visiting us in the office to help spread Christmas cheer.  As the story goes, he traveled to us all the way from the North Pole to see what we were up to.  But…

Presentation is Key

Do you eat with your eyes?  Studies suggest that this old saying may have some truth to it.  A group at Oxford University tested the idea that diners find artistically presented meals more appealing, according to The Guardian.  The team presented a sampling of people with one of 3 salads with identical ingredients, each arranged…

If The Oven Mitt Fits, Wear It

When it comes to foodservice hand safety, San Jamar has got you covered.  For as much as your hands are used in the kitchen, it is important to keep them completely protected.  Accidents can happen, especially when working quickly in a busy kitchen, but San Jamar’s wide selection of functional hand protection are here to…

De-stress with a Warm Beverage

Is holiday shopping or the cold weather getting you down? Let these warm holiday beverages melt your stress away. Delicious for a relaxing evening around the fire or a party with friends. Cinnamon Toddy Ingredients: 2 oz. gin 1 oz. lemon juice 1 oz. Torani Cinnamon Syrup 2 oz. boiling water dash of Angostura Bitters…

10 Essential Food Service Smallwares for the Holiday Season

There are a lot of food and festivities that occur during the holidays and it’s helpful to be prepared in the kitchen and around your establishment.   Here’s a list of 10 essential items to help you avoid last minute scrambles and make the holidays a success! Cutting Boards:  When we think of the holidays, one…

Fire Prevention: Are You Prepared?

Is your restaurant at risk for fire?  If you aren’t certain how safe your establishment is, keep in mind that, according to Claims Journal, as recently as 2011 “an estimated 5,900 restaurant building fires occur annually in the United States, resulting in an estimated average of 75 injuries and $172 million in property loss.”  Investing…

Torani Sweet Heat Brownies

Who likes brownies? Likely there are a lot of fans of this cake-like, cookie treat out there. Whether it’s cakey or fudgy, filled with nuts or chocolate chips, chocolate or blonde, there is a variety out there to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. National Brownie Day is on the 8th of December and it’s the perfect…

Vendor Spotlight: Clean Up With Quest Specialty

When in need of a powerful cleaner for your restaurant equipment, Quest Specialty has you covered. They are a trusted manufacturer of specialty chemicals including aerosols, liquids, powders, and wipes for use in sanitary supply, industrial specialties, foodservice, and automotive industries. Located in Brenham, Texas and St. Louis, Missouri—Quest Specialty has been offering quality commercial…

Boost Your Beverage!

Most of us want to lead healthy lives, but all too often life gets in the way.  We don’t tend to have the time, effort, or energy to make sure we get enough of the nutrients we need from our food to help our bodies function the best they can be.  In addition to a…

Dairy Alternative Beverages

When it comes to choosing a dairy free alternative sometimes the sea of options can seem vast depending on your needs. It is common to see numerous restaurants and coffee shops offering alternatives to dairy so that more consumers can enjoy their products. Many people are going dairy free whether it be because they are…