Restaurants & Institutions back issues from March 2003:
Smoke and mirrors. (Viewpoint).(Editorial)
Mar 01, 2003 ... Obesity and the role that foodservice plays in Americans' lack of dietary restraint is not the first debate to polarize the industry's various constituencies. Long before calories grew out of control, the issue of restaurant smoking began to smolder, with the voice of dissent becoming ...
Bocuse d'Or culinary competition. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... I CERTIFIED MASTER CHEF Hartmut Handke won top prize in the meat category at the recent Bocuse d'Or culinary competition ...
Hardee's beefs up its menu. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... As traditional quick-service business falters amid health concerns and discount wars, one chain is betting that Americans still love their burgers. St. Louis-based Hardee's is introducing a streamlined menu built around premium sandwiches dubbed Thickburgers. The menu has been installed in ...
Tipping the scales. (Food for Thought).(niversity of North Cardlina at Chapel Hill releases report that increasing food portions is cause of obesity)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... Just as Hardee's was announcing its Thickburgers menu findings of a portion-size study conducted by the University of North Cardlina at Chapel Hill (UNO) were released Food portions have increased significantly in recent years, the study concludes adding pounds to Americans paunch and ...
Menu focus. (Food for Thought).(Alaskan black cod)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... Alaskan black cod, also known by more glamorous monikers such as sablefish and butterfish, is becoming a menu darling. A member of neither the cod nor butterfish species, it is favored for many attributes. Fillets are firm but soft textured with high oil content, making it ideal for a host ...
Still cooking. (Food for Thought).(mulitple industry briefs)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... Even in a slow-growth economy there is no rest for enterprising businessmen in toques. Chef-restaurateur Daniel Boulud of New York City's Daniel is readying Cafe Boulud Palm Beach (Fla.) for an April opening. The 130-seat restaurant in The Brazilian Court hotel will be his fourth ...
Krystal goes to college. (Food for Thought).(Krystal Co. and Sodexho USA agreement to open Krystal restaurants in colleges)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... Students seeking small, square burgers by the sackful soon will be able to satisfy their cravings, thanks to a recent agreement between The Krystal Co. and contract-foodservice giant Sodexho USA. The Gaithersburg, Md.-based contractor plans to open Krystal restaurants in its accounts ...
Bills of fare. (Food for Thought).(laws and regulations regarding obesity lawsuits)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... The national debate over obesity didn't begin with Subway spokesman Jared Fogle (below) and won't end with the recent dismissal of a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against McDonald's Corp. The forum simply has shifted for now from courtrooms to legislatures. At the national level, ...
Ivy idea. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... When a member of the kitchen staff at Bayona (Ivy, '96), New Orleans, resigns, it has become tradition that they prepare the staff meal on their last day, says Chef-owner Susan Spicer. "Most people choose to prepare something from their ...
Pancakes at midnight. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... Monthly theme dinners at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond have become big meals on campus. Dinner attendance--typically 1,500 students--jumps when special menus, from Mexican and Asian to Italian, are featured. When chefs and managers created Breakfast at Dinner night last ...
New takes on cakes: The most beloved and enduring are the simplest in concept. (Food).
Mar 01, 2003; ... For the two decades that Sara Brooks has been a baker, her preference has been for showstoppers, the sophisticated multicomponent cakes that stun in both flavor and appearance. After years of preparing genoises, meringues, specialty fillings and gold-leaf garnishes, it is no ...
Mapping out menus: a strong focus on the culinary side leads to high scores and strong customer loyalty. (Food).
Mar 01, 2003; ... At Panera Bread, Farmers Market Bisque, Fandango Salad and Asiago roast beef sandwiches are big sellers. Olive Garden touts its capellini pomodoro and chicken Parmigiana while at Krispy Kreme, perfectly round cakes of sugar-coated bliss are the superstars. These concepts are all ...
The popular vote: for perennial winners and newcomers alike, building relationships pays off for America's favorite chains. (Exclusive: 2003 Winners).
Mar 01, 2003; ... In a year characterized by an unstable economy at home and volatile politics abroad, the best restaurant chains met the challenges, growing in their roles as providers of the reassuring comfort of a favorite meal. The winners of Restaurants and Institutions' 2003 Choice in Chains survey ...
Artistry meets technology: menu research and development is culinary science. (Business).
Mar 01, 2003; ... Arby's Roast Turkey Ranch & Bacon sandwich, O'Charley's salmon with chipotle barbecue sauce and the salt-crusted calamari with tamarind sauce served at Abacus restaurant in Dallas are dissimilar in flavor, presentation and price. Still, all resulted from similar journeys from idea to ...
Screen pass: touch-screen ordering's accuracy and speed improve guest satisfaction. (Operations).(restaurants and food services use touch screen ordering systems)
Mar 01, 2003; ... There are fewer wrong meal orders these days at Johns Hopkins University. At MEGAbytes Cafe on the university's Baltimore campus, students enter their choices using touch-screen menu panels. After paying with swipe cards, they pick up orders at nearby counters. Introduced last ...
Bush administration ups food-safety spending: 5.6% increase will fund hiring of processing-plant inspectors and new education programs. (Operations).
Mar 01, 2003; ... Making good on earlier pledges to keep the safety of the nation's food supply a top priority despite spending cutbacks for other programs, the Bush administration announced increased support for food-protection agencies. The federal government's fiscal-year 2004 budget sent to ...
Playing taps: niche marketing, customer education raise beer awareness and increase sales. (Beverages).(restaurants and pubs sponsor beer promotions)
Mar 01, 2003; ... When planning beer promotions, opera-should tars play to their market segment, advises Paul Leongas, owner of The Curragh, a 4-year-old Irish pub and restaurant in Schaumburg, Ill. With overall annual sales of $2.7 million, The Curragh's Celtic-themed brew promotions earn the operation a ...
The job at hand. (Products).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003; ... Thorough hand washing is the crucial first step in kitchen food-safety vigilance, but proper use of gloves follows closely as a next step. Gloves do not mitigate the need for clean hands--employees always should do a soap-and-warm-water washing before gloves are put on--but if correctly ...
Food-safety gloves. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Embossed gloves from Handgards[R] Inc. are strong, safe, easy to put on and provide excellent dexterity. Available in a range of sizes, their angled ...
Glove-dispensing system. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... The Dispense Safe[TM] Glove-Dispensing System from Safety Today makes clean gloves convenient to any work area, increasing employee compliance and reducing the risk of foodborne illness. The system features patented one-at-a-time disposable-glove ...
Non-Latex alternative. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... When used properly, the C-Kure Non-Latex Glove from C&K Mfg. is an ideal food-safety solution, helping to prevent foodborne illness resulting from improper food handling. The gloves also help customers ...
Appetizer excitement. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... As an appetizer, McCain [R] X-Treme Fries [R] provide low food cost with high-margin potential for excellent profitability. Their unique appearance and flavors make them ideal for creating dynamic new appetizers to ...
Ancho flavor. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Versatile ancho-chile seasoning from Durkee [R] adds a richer, zestier bite to many of the foods you're already menuing such as chicken wings, spinach dip, and grilled steak. Anchos, the ...
Tough Plate Covers. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Polyglass Plate Covers from Carlisle have excellent insulation properties and are heat resistant to 300F. The Impact-resistant covers are quieter and won't dent like ...
Tender alternative. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... The soft, chewy wheat grain of Ebly [R] Tender Wheat [TM] is a unique alternative to pasta, potatoes, rice and other traditional starches. The wheat's mild flavor and ...
Loco for Leche. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Love and Quiches Desserts' new 10-in. Dulce de Leche Tart has rich, sweet cream custard, silky dulce cream and caramel kissed with white chocolate that create a smooth, ...
Convection and steam. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... CombiCraft [TM] Chef Series convection ovens/steamers provide a combination of heat and humidity that gives food a finished, browned surface while maintaining moisture inside. The double door with air gap prevents excess heat and humidity from escaping. The CombiCraft offers ...
Translucent pans. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Cambro[R] translucent food pans are made of polypropylene for high chemical resistance and to handle temperatures from -40F to 160F. The pans' translucence helps with inventory identification while the ...
Cup redesign. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Dannon[R] Away From Home has redesigned its entire cup line to a fresh, new look that merchandises beautifully. Lively fruit illustrations and simple color coding allow patrons to quickly select ...
Roasted Turkey Breasts. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Perdue[R] Oven Roasted Turkey Breasts are fully cooked with 100% yield to use any time, in any recipe. The turkey breasts come in unique KeepEasy[TM] packaging to ...
Customized dessert menus. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Dessert Designer is an online program that lets operators create customized dessert menus and inserts in minutes. Each unique menu design allows for up to seven items, and each menu insert has space for up to four items. Simply ...
Back at the Ranch. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Indulge customers' tastes with two new salad dressing sensations from Kraft[R]: Three Cheese Ranch, a creamy blend of real Parmesan, Romano and Cheddar; and Blue Cheese Ranch, made with ...
Kids' breakfast Pastry. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Egg 'N Cheese Pastry from Michael Foods is moist and flavorful, loaded with eggs and cheese and wrapped in a flaky pastry crust for a great taste that kids ...
Beyond the Buffalo. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Franks[R] RedHot[R] Sauce has the balanced flavor that appeals to patrons and chefs alike. The proprietary blend of cayenne peppers gives just the right kick and heat without overpowering food ....
Timeless turkey. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... The Hormel[R] Holiday Classic[TM] turkey breast is juicy, fully cooked and needs little preparation. The premium, whole-muscle, boneless breast has no binders or extenders and is browned for an ...
Smile and say ahh-siago. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Traditionally known as a grating cheese, the sharp, full flavor of BelGioioso sliced Asiago is great for sandwiches, burgers, lasagna, pizza and deli trays, ...
Popcorn Fish. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Icelandic[R] Popcorn Fish is a robust appetizer made from premium, deep-skinned Alaskan pollock and is available in four varieties: Cajun, with Chef Paul Prudhomme's Magic Seasoning Blends; Island Coconut, rolled in real Coco Lopez[R] pina colada ...
Pan Release. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Prep[R] Pan Release from ACH Food Companies offers high-value anti-stick spray with a proven formula that covers more pans and releases products better. For ...
Thinfully delicious. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Lamb's Natural[R] Chips are made from the finest potatoes, thinly sliced with the skin on for a fresh, kitchen-cut appearance. The extra-thin cut delivers crisp and crunchy chips with full ...
Mashed comfort. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... With the peeling, cooking and mashing done for you, it's easy to serve consistently delicious mashed potatoes. Simplot Classic Mashed[R] potatoes are fully prepared and perfectly ...
Fryer shortening. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Frymax [R] deep-flyer shortening from ACH Food Companies has a longer frying life that allows operators to produce more clean, ...
Raisin the bar. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Kellogg's[R] Food Away From Home has added Raisin Bran Crunch(r) to its Cereal-In-A-Cup line. In addition to the classic Kellogg's cereals your customers know and love, Raisin Bran Crunch(r) features ...
Chicken choices. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Tyson[R] offers the right mix of tenderloins, tenders and strips for appetizers and beyond. More than 40 varieties are available in fully cooked, ready-to-cook, breaded and glazed ...
Loaded bases. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Versatile LeGout[R] 095[TM] bases are the starting point for hearty soups and stews, gravies, casseroles, pasta dishes and much more. The shelf-stable bases are available in a variety ...
Taco alternative. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Taco Chalupas from Coyote Grill[R] are boat-shaped, crispy corn shells filled with Cheddar and mozzarella cheeses and zesty ground beef. An excellent alternative to ...
Hot-display merchandiser. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... The new Zone-4 Island from Hardt Equipment helps maximize impulse sales in locations with limited space. The four-sided unit features illuminated indicators, built-in timers and ...
Shrimp recipe booklet. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Fishery Products' Ice Shrimp[TM] is fully cooked, peeled and ready to serve. The shrimp has a mild, sweet flavor, vibrant pink color and no preservatives. Order your free recipe booklet, Eight New Ways to ...
Number stands. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... American Metalcraft offers two decorative number stands for tabletops: Revue-number stands are available in four sizes and feature a two-tone brass and stainless-steel finish that coordinates with any place setting. its highly polished solid-brass base is ...
Web site. (Products).(www.culinaryfoundations.com)(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... The Campbell's[R] Culinary Foundations Web site (www.culinaryfoundations.com) makes recipes, trend information and other resources available to operators at any time of day. Each flavor of ...
Jamaican Jerk Sauce. (Products).
Mar 01, 2003 ... Knon[R] Ready-To-Use Jamaican Jerk Sauce brings the sweet-hot flavors of the Caribbean to poultry, pork and seafood dishes with a combination of real Jamaican-style allspice, pineapple ...
Juicy news. (Products).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... At Dispenser Juices new Web site, www.dispenserjuice.com, you can add beverages, request service or exchange your dispensing equipment for a smaller-footprint, ...
Award-winning packaging. (Products).(Brief Article)
Mar 01, 2003 ... A recent packaging awards competition honored chain operators who used International Paper Foodservice Business products. IPFB drink cups with high-quality graphics helped Panda Express earn a gold award; KFC also took gold for consumer ...
Beyond the cover.(Salvatore Fristensky, chef and co-owner at Rouge in Boston)(Brief Article)
Mar 15, 2003 ... Though Salvatore Fristensky was born and raised in New Jersey, his cooking style speaks of the South. After graduation from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y., he headed first to the Carolinas to eat, cook and experience Low Country cooking, and from there to live in New ...
Game face. (View Point).(Tommy Lasorda speaks at the annual International Foodservice Manufacturers Association's Chain Operators Exchange)
Mar 15, 2003 ... Tommy Lasorda swung into the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association annual Chain Operators Exchange (COEX) in Miami last month, posing for pictures and talking about the foodservice industry's work force and training issues. Asked in a one-on-one what he misses most about his ...
SYSCO. People and products you can count on.
Mar 15, 2003 ... At SYSCO[R], we believe in being more than just a great place to buy fresh produce--like richly colored flowering kale, crisp Salad Savoy leaves and dark-green, ready-to-use spinach. That's because we've seen what happens when the leading foodservice distributor in North America teams up ...
Au Bon Pain's new drawing card. (Food for Thought).(in-store wireless internet service testing)(Brief Article)
Mar 15, 2003 ... Seeking to tap the notebook-computer set and the college market, Boston-based bakery/cafe chain Au Bon Pain is testing wireless Internet connectivity in three stores. Units selected for testing are in cities with large university populations: Boston; New Haven, Conn.; and Providence, R.I. ...
Taking a flier. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 15, 2003 ... These are difficult economic times for airlines but the demise of on-board foodservice and longer airport waiting times are making air travelers an increasingly appealing market. Portland Ore-based McCormick & Schmick's this fall will join chain operators targeting travelers ...
Menu focus. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 15, 2003 ... Kid-friendly menus may always offer traditional favorites such as macaroni and cheese and chicken fingers. But that doesn't mean operators can't cater to pintsized customers increasingly discerning palates. In fact, kids' menus are growing up, including more sophisticated fare. ...
Ivy idea. (Food for Thought).(Brief Article)
Mar 15, 2003 ... World Traditions, a new concept in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union food court at Bowling Green State University (Ivy '91) in Bowling Green, Ohio, each week features a different regional menu such as Asian, Latino, Continental or Mediterranean. The ...
Fast-casual cool-down? (Food for Thought).(fast-casual sales slowing)(Brief Article)
Mar 15, 2003 ... The fast-casual bubble has not burst, but it may be showing some softness around the edges. While annual growth in the emerging category continues to outpace the rest of the industry, quarterly fast-casual sales volume and traffic counts are slowing, according to a recently updated study ...
Diana Wynne. (Inter Face).(enior vice president and treasurer at Metromedia Restaurant Group)(Interview)
Mar 15, 2003; ... It is easier for Diana Wynne to deflect credit than to accept it: Her professional successes have come from people opening doors, she says. But those close to her insist she has a gravitational pull that connects people. A foodservice career that began as an auditor with the ...
Cachet of the day: the versatility of shrimp makes this shellfish consumer's first choice in seafood. (Food).
Mar 15, 2003; ... After decades of stringing along behind tuna, shrimp has landed in the No. 1 spot as America's most widely consumed seafood. Abundant supply and resulting favorable market prices allow this ever-popular favorite to show up on menus in nearly every industry segment. Shrimp is as ...
Heady spaghetti: trendy shapes come and go, but these simple strands of pasta hold their appeal. (Contemporary Classics).
Mar 15, 2003; ... Spaghetti and meatballs has become as iconic as hamburgers, a menu stalwart that comfortably spans all segments. What is it about this simple dish that makes it such a mainstay, its popularity unchallenged by all the trendy pasta shapes that mingle in complex sauces? For many, ...
Making an enterance: choosing new markets for expansion calls for research, solid planning and a bit of intuition. (Business).
Mar 15, 2003; ... Three stuffed fish reside in Kent Taylor's office: one from the waters off Sarasota, Fla., one from Clearwater, Fla., and one from the Ohio River at Cincinnati. All three are markets in which the founder and president of Texas Roadhouse opened units in the mid-1990s with "too much haste ...
Inside out sourcing: how many departments does it take to run a foodservice business? Fewer than once was believed. (Business).
Mar 15, 2003; ... Office parties aren't the same at Texas Land & Cattle Steak House. Neither is the office. During 2002's fourth quarter, the 24-unit, Dallas-based casual-dining chain transitioned responsibilities for its corporate accounting, payroll and information-technology (IT) departments ...