Trends in foodservice come and go, but food trucks have proven they’re here to stay. A food truck hot box—also known as a holding cabinet or drawer—keeps cooked food at safe, precise temperatures until it’s ready to serve, helping you maintain quality and speed during busy shifts on the road. Food trucks first made the […]
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Warming cabinets (a.k.a. holding cabinets, hot boxes, etc.) are the secret weapon in many commercial kitchens. They make it possible to keep prepared food at a safe and consistent temperature until it’s ready to be served. Winston’s CVap® Holding Cabinets are the most precise warming cabinets in the foodservice industry. But it’s important to remember
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It’s tempting to consider buying used commercial kitchen equipment instead of new. But is it a sound investment? It’s essential to look beyond the purchase price to understand the pros and cons of buying new vs. used. First, let us be upfront. Winston doesn’t sell used equipment. Although you can find our products on used
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Lamb is an under-appreciated protein. Globally, it ranks a distant fourth in meat popularity (behind pork, chicken, and beef). But it’s a lovely, mellow-flavored meat many folks would appreciate if they tried it. And it’s the healthiest red meat, containing high levels of protein and vitamin B12. Lambs and sheep are the same animals. Lambs
Al pastor (from Spanish, “shepherd style“) is a traditional preparation of spit-grilled slices of pork. The dish originates in the Central Mexican region of Puebla and Mexico City. Today it is a common menu item found in taquerías throughout Mexico and the United States. The method of preparing and cooking al pastor is based on
Summer is upon us, and for the majority of our nation’s children, that means a break from the grind of school life and a couple of months just to be a kid. No books, no teachers, no homework, just lazy days and fun in the sun (all thoroughly documented on social media of course). For
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Ah, chocolate. It’s one of life’s great pleasures. The variety of ways it can be prepared is impressive. We wanted to show off our CVap oven’s bathless baking capabilities. This recipe is inspired by one published in the New York Times. It’s delectable, with a deep, rich, complex chocolate flavor. By the way, “Pots de
Ah, prepping plant-based meats. Despite murmurs to the contrary, plant-based meats are expected to continue gaining popularity. Experts say that by 2027 the plant-based meat market is expected to reach 15.7 billion USD globally. With a growing number of operations adding plant-based dishes to their menus, we wanted to test the best way to cook
Dulce de leche, or caramelized milk, is a popular Latin American confection. When prepared old-school, sugar, and milk are slowly heated for several hours. The resulting substance has a spreadable, sauce-like consistency. Dulce de leche derives its rich flavor and color from non-enzymatic browning. It is typically used to top or fill other sweet foods.
