Foodservice Equipment & Supplies articles from December 2007

Foodservice Equipment & Supplies archives from December 2007

Planning Ahead.
December 1, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Non-commercial foodservice operations can do a number of things to plan ahead in the event of a disaster. Disaster plans are typically not at the top of most school and hospital foodservice...

Monica McCabe.
December 1, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor The Boelter Cos., Lincolnwood, Ill. Success comes easier to those who can combine their interests with their strengths. Monica McCabe, sales representative and tabletop specialist at The Boelter...

Servicing Seniors.
December 1, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor With the increasing number of senior citizens, assisted living centers continue to become more prevalent and incorporate more elaborate foodservice programs that better cater to their residents. Look...

Keep the Customer Satisfied.
December 1, 2007... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief When an organization such as NAFEM or the NRA opens the doors to its tradeshow, the products tend to take center stage. And with good reason: Having quality products to sell or use tends to be an...

Council Oak Restaurant at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tampa, Tampa, Fla.
December 1, 2007... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor The evolution of the kitchen as center stage for entertainment, interaction and education takes on a new dimension at this hotel and casino's steakhouse featuring a butcher shop, an island suite,...

Chain Update: Einstein Bros. Bagels.
December 1, 2007... Staff No pun intended, but Einstein Bros. Bagels has been on a roll as of late. The quick-serve, bagel and coffee chain signed more than 100 licensed locations just this year, 70 percent of which have opened or will open on college and...

NAFEM Honors Industry Leaders.(North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers)
December 1, 2007... Staff The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) recognized a series of individuals for their contributions to the foodservice industry during The NAFEM Show in October at the Georgia World Congress Center in...

Aga Foodservice to Sell Commercial Foodservice, Bakery Equipment Units.
December 1, 2007... Staff U.K.-based Aga Foodservice Group Plc announced a conditional agreement to sell its commercial foodservice and bakery equipment business, Aga Foodservice Equipment, to Italian private company Ali SpA for GBP 260 million in cash,...

Rankin-Delux Sold.(acquisition of Rankin-Delux Inc.)(Brief article)
December 1, 2007... Staff Two foodservice industry veterans have purchased St. Louis-based Rankin-Delux, maker of underfired broilers, griddles and other equipment. The new owners are Ed Stephenson, former Rankin-Delux general manager of operations, and L....

Patterson New Vollrath VP.
December 1, 2007... Staff The Vollrath Co. appointed Martin Patterson vice president of national accounts. Patterson's past industry experience includes work for a family-owned restaurant equipment dealership, product management, and extensive experience...

Hagge Joins American Metalcraft.(Eric Hagge )(Brief article)
December 1, 2007... Staff American Metalcraft named Eric Hagge the company's western regional sales manager. Hagge comes to American Metalcraft from The Sterno Group where he held a variety of sales and managerial positions for several years. In his new...

Bargreen Ellingson Opens Denver Office.(Bargreen-Ellingson Inc.)(Brief article)
December 1, 2007... Staff Long a staple in the Pacific Northwest, Bargreen Ellingson has extended its presence into the Denver market with the opening of a three-person sales office in that city. Initially, the location will focus on contract sales. ...

InBrief.
December 1, 2007... Staff Escanaba, Mich.-based Hiawatha Chef Supply named Mary Feldhusen its general manager - Nor-Lake Inc. appointed Robert Emig and Associates of Sewicklley, Pa., to represent its equipment line in the Upstate New York territory- Perlick...

Correction.(Correction notice)
December 1, 2007... Staff In its October 2007 edition, FE&S misspelled the name of Eric Flatt of Tonto in the magazine's coverage of its 2007 Tabletop Performance Awards. FE&S regrets the error.

The Foodie Connection Completes Second Donation to Second Harvest.
December 1, 2007... Staff To mark its second publication, The Foodie Connection donated $10,000 to Second Harvest's Atlanta Food Bank. The donation was presented to Second Harvest's Bruce Donnelly during The NAFEM Show in Atlanta. The donation was presented...

Chain Operator of the Year: Bravo Cucina Italiana and Brio Tuscan Grille.
December 1, 2007... By Amelia Levin, Associate Editor A steady and sustainable growth plan that focuses on adding units and increasing same-store sales has these two BDI-owned concepts on the precipice of bigger things. Take a look around. How often do...

Speeding Along the Green Highway.
December 1, 2007... Richard Young, Director of Education PG&E Food Service Technology Center San Ramon, Calif. ryoung@fishnick.com Sustainability generates a lot of talk at foodservice gatherings these days and rightfully so. All of the raw ingredients used in...

Product Marketplace.
December 1, 2007... Staff Alto-Shaam Inc. The Combitherm[R] 610ES combi oven/steamer comes equipped with an automatic steam venting system and a self-adjusting, flush-mounted rotary door handle. The countertop unit accommodates six full-size pans or six...

Phillips Seafood Express.(management and services of Phillips restaurants)
December 1, 2007... By Donna Boss, Contributing Editor The newest addition to the Phillips restaurants, express units hold a small equipment package assembled so just a few staff can efficiently produce a large volume of products. Phillips Foods...

Consultant's Viewpoint: If It Ain't Broke -.
December 2, 2007... Michael Lawshe, President Paragon Solutions Fort Worth, Texas mlawshe@paragon4design.com Why do we, the convenience store community, keep trying to 'fix' the foodservice industry as we integrate their concepts into our retail developments?...

Editor's Perspective: A New Era of C-Store Foodservice.
December 2, 2007... Joseph M. Carbonara, Editor in Chief When the subjects of convenience stores and foodservice come together in conversation, my first thought used to be a not so pleasant one. That's because in the area where I grew up, convenience store...

Lampron Energy, Standish, Maine.
December 2, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor This convenience store offers an extensive foodservice program featuring traditional meals and freshly baked items that has given area restaurants a run for their money. With the growing number of...

NexStore Market, Boca Raton, Fla.
December 2, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor An expanded grab 'n go program, focusing on individually portioned fresh meals, has made this growing chain a destination for customers. Although it only has two locations and has been in operation...

Open Pantry Food Marts of Wisconsin, Pleasant Prairie, Wis.
December 2, 2007... By Amelia Levin, Associate Editor Burritos and coffee are the cornerstone menu items for this Wisconsin-based chain that counts so-called soccer moms as its target audience. In the past, convenience store food consisted of your basic...

Shop Rite/Bourbon St. Deli, Crowley, La.
December 2, 2007... By Amelia Levin, Associate Editor A compact but efficient equipment package allows this Louisiana c-store to provide customers with high-quality, freshly prepared food. It's truly a gift when a convenience store has regular customers...

Triple S Petroleum/Signature Austin, Austin, Texas.
December 2, 2007... By Lisa White, Contributing Editor Focusing on breakfast and lunch, this Texas convenience store chain discovered simplicity equals success when it comes to its foodservice program. While restaurants typically make the bulk of their...

Spinx/Stewart's Chicken & Biscuits, Greenville, S.C.
December 2, 2007... By Amelia Levin, Associate Editor To stem the tide of declining profits from historically low-margin items, this South Carolina-based c-store added a foodservice program that serves all dayparts. While Greenville, S.C.-based Spinx Co....