With the cell phone becoming such an integral tool of our personal and work lives, we are all faced with the added challenge of how to safely manage cell phone use while driving. There are few professions that are more difficult to incorporate safe cell phone use than commercial driving. In recent meetings with Houston’s…
Supply chain issues are all over the news these days, which means foodservice manufacturers and shippers are finding it difficult to keep up with demand. We wanted to share some of the key issues and how our team is working to minimize their impact. LABOR SHORTAGE Labor shortages are impacting many industries. For our manufacturers…
It’s easy to have misconceptions about how to appropriately care for coffee equipment. Oftentimes it’s smooth, bright, and reflective on the outside, giving the impression that it’s clean. We may occasionally wipe it down to keep dust and grime off, but at a glance it doesn’t seem to require much maintenance. However, there’s so much…
Matcha may seem like the newest coffeehouse fad, but the truth is that this green tea beverage has been around for quite some time. This tea’s history dates as far back as China’s Tang Dynasty in the 7th Century, though it was really popularized during the Song Dynasty around the 11th Century. It was during…
Whether red or white, sweet or dry, full-bodied or light, wine requires specific serving procedures in order to tap into the full potential that it has to offer. Understanding the different types of glassware and how they complement your wine will help amplify your overall wine drinking experience! Welcome to Wine Glasses 101. Parts of…
Since cellphones emerged and rose to the forefront of technology in the 1980’s and 90’s, restaurateurs have questioned the etiquette of cell phone use during dining, and the impact that technology use has on other patrons. Between talking loudly at the table, or paying attention to a phone rather than reading the menu these technologies…
Earth Day is fast approaching and kids are talking in school about planting trees, moving more of their garbage to recycling, and how to use less water. It makes us think about how Houston’s can help the world reduce, reuse, and recycle. Here are a few tips for both distributors and restaurant operators to make…
Recently I was watching Rene Russo in The Thomas Crown Affair (1999) with her co-workers scoffing at the green drink she would religiously drink every morning, while those co-workers went back to their coffee. Now I imagine those co-workers are the people in line for the newest green drinks like Matcha. Since 2013 Google searches…
Spring has sprung and with all the light coming into your kitchen/bar after Daylight Savings Time you see what winter has done to your floors, walls and seating. It may be time to do some spring cleaning to clean out the dark days of winter and welcome in the warmer days and floral smells. Dining…
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…