What is Batch Cooking? Batch cooking, also known as cooking to hold, involves preparing large quantities of food and then holding it hot at a safe temperature until serving. The advantage of batch cooking is that it streamlines labor. Let’s say that you’re preparing lasagna from scratch. If you have all the ingredients mise en […]
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en español Trends come and go. This is particularly true in foodservice (remember molecular gastronomy?). But occasionally, a trend comes along that has true staying power. Such is the case with food trucks. Holding cabinets for food trucks help extend and enhance your operation. Food trucks first made the scene in a big way about
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Keep it Hot, But Don’t Try to Cook Warming cabinets are designed to maintain hot food at a specified temperature. But don’t let the name fool you. Food must already be hot before placing it in a warming cabinet. Although the cabinets are heated, operators should not use holding equipment for cooking or retherming. That’s
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Chicken is a ubiquitous protein. The average American consumes over 100 pounds annually. In an increasingly health-conscious world, chicken is considered healthier than most red meat. If you’re a foodservice operator (or planning to be), you should consider expanding chicken options on your menu. Chicken is nutrient-dense, relatively inexpensive (at the moment), and can be
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According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly twenty percent of foodborne illnesses are caused by poor food safety. In real-world numbers, that’s approximately 3,000 deaths in the U.S. annually. No commercial kitchen operator wants to be the source of an illness outbreak. There are several steps you can take to minimize the risk.
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Caterers, like others in the hospitality industry, face their share of challenges. Amongthem are assuring food safety, maintaining food quality, and providing fastservice. Critically, falling short in any of these areas can damage your reputation and threatenyour business. Winston’s CVap® equipment can provide solutions Maintaining Safe Food Temperatures According to the CDC, one of the top causes of
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Obviously, there are lots of holding cabinets (warming cabinets). Naturally, you might think they’re pretty much the same. However, they are quite different. In fact, there are three basic holding cabinet categories: dry, passive humidified, and humidified. First, let’s compare the different types. Dry Cabinets Indeed, dry cabinets are simple metal boxes with heating elements.
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Everyone knows that tasty snacks enhance the enjoyment of televised sports. Whether you’re watching the big game, college basketball, or Olympic curling, great munchies will make it all the more epic. Every great party needs a great dip. This 1-2-3 Spicy Dip is just the ticket. Dip Ingredients 1 lb. spicy sausage (we recommend Jimmy
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If 2020 showed us anything it is that cloud kitchens are here to stay. Consumer habits have shifted. For example, app services like DoorDash, GrubHub, and UberEats are more popular than ever. The public’s reliance on food delivery is unlikely to fade. Thinking of starting a cloud kitchen? Consider what equipment you will need. Maximize space, efficiency,
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Since 1969 Winston Foodservice has manufactured the best commercial foodservice equipment in the industry. Winston’s CVap® and Collectramatic® equipment are known for producing precise, repeatable results in kitchens worldwide. From schools to chains, to healthcare, to fine dining; you’ll find us wherever good food is served.