Big Train frappes

Vendor Spotlight: Kerry Foodservice

Beginnings The name Kerry is well known within the beverage and foodservice industries as an innovator, delivering a wide variety of operator-friendly offerings, while maintaining a high quality experience for the end customer. Originating as a dairy operation in southwestern Ireland in 1972, Kerry has grown over the past 50 years to serve a global…

Immunity & Wellness for the New Year

Every January, people across the country think about their resolutions and goals to achieve for the coming year. These days, it’s common for New Year’s resolutions to include health and wellness goals, which means consumers will be reaching for foods and beverages that support their endeavors. For café, restaurant, and smoothie shop operators, this means…

A foamy frappe

The Fantastic Frappé

The frappé is one of the most popular café offerings among customers due to the wide variety of flavor options, rich texture, indulgent toppings like whipped cream or caramel, and the opportunity for a kick of caffeine at the right time of day. Frappé aficionados know that the beverage typically consists of coffee mixed with…

Oregon Children's Outreach (logo)

Donating Sweet Treats to OCO

Founded with the vision of “nourishing the future,” Oregon Children Outreach (OCO) is a local non-profit 501(c)3 organization that provides food for children in need. Functioning as the connection between major corporations and children, OCO collects donations from willing organizations before sorting and redistributing the goods to children in need. Volunteers work behind the scenes…

The Monbana & Houston's teams at Coffee Fest Dallas (2016).

Vendor Spotlight: Help Us Welcome Monbana Chocolaterie!

If you attended Coffee Fest Dallas a couple of weeks ago, you may have noticed the hubbub around booth 401. Newcomer to the U.S. foodservice industry, Monbana Chocolatier, was not only passing out free dark chocolate squares, but also handing out tasty treats for all who wandered by. Monbana’s premium hot chocolate and frappe powder…

SCAA 2016 in Atlanta, Georgia (Credit: C. Graiff)

Kicking off the Foodservice Show Season

Spring and Summer are busy show seasons for the food service industry. SCAA, Coffee Fest (all 3 shows), the NRA show, NAFEM (every other year), and of course broadline distributor shows such as FSA and Nicholas & Company. Each show provides the opportunity to discover new and exciting products and flavors. The 2016 show season…

These Spring Flavors are No Joke!

Spring is a time for new beginnings, which also means trying new flavors.  We get used to our favorite drinks at the coffee bars to the point that the barista may be able to start making it when we walk in the door.  If you feel like you are stuck in a flavor rut, try…

Monin Chocolate Innovations Recipes

The Ultimate Chocolate Beverages

Whether you prefer hot or cold drinks in the winter, Monin® has you covered with these four fabulous chocolate drinks. Chocolate Cherry Syrup indulges your fruity side, while Chocolate Fudge Syrup is always a decadent treat. Try one, or try them all!

National Frappe Day: Monin Dulce de Leche Frappe

Monin® Dulce de Leche Frappe ½ oz Monin® Dulce de Leche sauce 1 oz Monin® Iced Coffee Concentrate 2 oz vanilla frappe powder 3 oz milk 16 oz ice Combine ingredients, except ice, in blender Add ice Blend until smooth Pour into serving glass and garnish as desired.