Commercial pressure fryers have been around for decades. Colonel Harland Sanders was the catalyst behind the development of commercial pressure fryers. Among his favorite cookers was the Collectramatic®, designed by Winston’s founder, Winston Shelton. Shelton perfected the early fryer designs of the 60s, creating the fryer that the Colonel preferred. Over 50 years later, the Collectramatic brand is still …
People love fried chicken. A recent poll found that a whopping 95 percent of Americans like eating fried chicken. The southern staple has grown in popularity for the past 50 years (thanks primarily to good ol’ Colonel Sanders and his addictive herbs and spices). Fried chicken is a butt-kicking addition to any menu. If you …
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America loves fried food. It’s a love affair that’s persisted for decades. If your operation serves fried foods, you need a great fryer. And to make the most of that fryer, there are essential commercial fryer accessories that will make your job easier (and your fried food better). There are many commercial fryer brands. Honestly, …
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Commercial pressure fryers are very different from household fryers or commercial open fryers. Fried food’s appeal is universal. You can easily find fried foods anywhere. Southern fried chicken, beer-battered fish and chips, you name it – thanks to their crispy texture, delicious flavors, and tantalizing aromas. Ultimately, that’s why many restaurants are likely to have …
I have wanted to deep fry a turkey since I took on the role of Corporate Research Chef here at Winston. You see, Winston was built on pressure fryers. For example, the company’s first product was the Collectramatic® Fryer, designed for Colonel Sanders himself. I’m happy to have had the experience! Cooking a turkey is …
Poultry Trivia: More than half of all chicken entrees ordered in restaurants are for fried chicken. In 2020, 95% of commercial restaurants had fried chicken on their menu. The average American eats over 80 pounds of chicken each year. According to the National Chicken Council, more than 1.4 billion wing portions were consumed on Super …
Winston Collectramatic Pressure Fryer: Benefits for Fried Chicken Read More »
Since joining the Winston Foodservice team, I have always heard “Collectramatic fries the best fried chicken.” When I started in 2002, I just thought this was a biased opinion. “Of course, you say we make the best fried chicken because we build the best fryers!” It tasted great, but was it the best fried chicken? …
Collectramatic Testimonial: Richard Walsh Richard Walsh of Aarsand Management explains why he loves our Collectramatic Pressure Fryer, which he’s been working with for over 30 years. What’s his favorite thing about Collectramatic cookers? They’re easy to keep clean! View all Videos
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.