How To

April 15, 2024

15 Tips to Prepare Your Restaurant for Mother’s Day

Moms are special and we want them to know.  Restaurants, bistros, bars and buffets are swamped on Mother’s Day – the busiest day of the year for foodservice – as customers flock to celebrate the real rockstars of the world. Here are 15 amazing tips to help your restaurant prepare to celebrate it with your customers and make lasting memories while staying organized and
January 19, 2024

How to Care for Professional Knives 

Professional chefs know that the heart of a great kitchen lies in its knives. The effort put into honing, sharpening, storing, and caring for these knives not only preserves their functionality and safety but also reflects the value placed on your commercial kitchen’s food preparation. A well-maintained chef or kitchen knife is a testament to the chef's commitment to their craft. Investing in quality collection of knives and adhering to recommended maintenance practices will extend the lifetime of your blades. This comprehensive guide delves into the essential aspects of maintaining professional knives, ensuring their optimal sharpness and your safety.
September 15, 2023

Three Core Concepts of Highly Successful Commercial Kitchen Design

Many collaborators and contractors are involved in a commercial kitchen design project—architects, interior designers, general contractors, and other tradespeople. Kitchen consultants fill the gaps between kitchen operators and these other collaborators.
August 4, 2023

Improve Your Food Transport System with Food Carts

Food delivery carts and insulated containers keep meals and ingredients fresh and hold them at food-safe temperatures during transportation. Insulated carts keep food hot or cold or both; models like the Cambro Pro Cart Ultra use electricity and multiple temperature zones to store hot and cold food at the same time. Let's explore the uses, types, and benefits of investing in carts for your commercial kitchen operation.
August 1, 2023

Is Restaurant Equipment Financing Right for Your Commercial Kitchen?

By far, cost is the greatest obstacle when purchasing new equipment. Fortunately, there are many cash-flow-friendly options for financing restaurant equipment. Leasing or renting equipment is a great way to maximize borrowing power while maintaining flexibility. Best of all, renting equipment may be tax deductible.
July 28, 2023

How to Meet Customer Demand for Asian-inspired Foods

Consumer demand for Asian cuisine isn't going away anytime soon; Chinese food is currently Canada's third largest restaurant segment (after Canadian and American). But how can restaurateurs and kitchen operators keep up with the demand? Fortunately, Russell Hendrix features many flexible and efficient pieces of equipment to help your business meet the demand for Asian-inspired food.
March 1, 2023
Sustainability

Sustainability in the Foodservice Industry: Reducing Ecological Footprints

Sustainability is crucial to reducing ecological footprints, but how can you bring that into your food service business to be an environmentally conscious business person and still turn a profit? Read on for useful tips that can help reduce costs, bring variety to your menu, and help the planet!
September 9, 2020

Extending Your Patio Season

Getting the most out of your outdoor space can increase revenue, help alleviate a potential second wave, and offer your customers a unique outdoor experience as the temperatures start to drop.