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October 2021

In honor of National Chocolate Cupcake Day, here are three products that will assist in baking the perfect cupcake! The Matfer Bourgeat disposable pastry bag is the ideal bag for decorating, as the bag is made of polyethylene. This pastry bag is tougher than typical disposable bags to reduce the risk of rips. The disposable pastry bags come in a few different sizes–12, 18 and 21inches. All three sizes are able to withstand temperatures of 158 degrees Fahrenheit. The leak proof design allows for a translucent quick fill, twist to close and pipe. These disposable bags will allow for refilling to complete the task, but eliminates the need for cleaning up or waiting for a reusable pastry bag to dry. Matfer […]

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September 2021

September brings National Pizza Day.  Regardless of your favorite toppings, here are three products to assist in getting the perfect slice of pizza. The Waring medium duty Pizza oven is the perfect countertop appliance for small operations that want to expand their menu without breaking the bank or having to renovate a space. This 120V appliance is only 23 inches wide and 18 inches deep and has a temperature range of 280 – 600 degrees Fahrenheit. This unit is designed to accommodate a 14-inch diameter pizza, but can be used for reheating items out of a displaycase or other baking items–thanks to the manual fifteen-minute timer. It has everything you need to start cooking right out of the box– a […]

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August 2021

In honor of National Bratwurst Day, check out these three products to ease the process of enjoying a sizzling hot bratwurst and cold beer! The Waring countertop griddle is the ideal solution for facilities that are looking to save space or create a unique action station. This compact, heavy-duty electric griddle offers the best of both worlds– durability and performance along with a stainless-steel cook top. Just like traditional gas griddles, there is an adjustable thermostat that has a maximum temperature of 570 degrees, but perhaps the best feature are the splash guards along the sides and back to prevent grease splatters. Combine the splash guards with the 11-inch easy to remove grease trap and there should be no reason […]

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June 2021

With the beginning of summer, come those trips to the beach clubs, picnics, banquets and evening  events. What better way to emphasize this than showcasing products for National Cheese Day?   Here are three products that will help with those cheese boards. When adding cheese boards to a buffet package, ala carte menu or casual evening with friends, don’t forget to pick yourself up a few American metalcraft cheese knives. These knives vary in use for soft to hard cheeses without sacrificing quality. Made from a one-piece stainless-steel construction, these modern knives will provide along-lasting clean look, regardless of how often they are used.  They take up little space, ranging from 5 inches to 9 inches in length. Don’t sacrifice safety by […]

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May 2021

In keeping with the grill theme from last month, here are three great products to help celebrate National Hamburger Day. The Dexter Russell High Heat burger spatula features a  stain resistant high quality, high-carbon blade  and a slip-resistant polypropylene handle. Perhaps the best feature is the Cool Blue handle is built to handle temperatures up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, while preventing those annoying burn marks on standard handles.  These are available in several different lengths and widths designed to fit the needs of almost any kitchen. We all know the phrase “April showers, bring May flowers” and what better to hold the flowers than with the American metalcraft hammered flower vase. This vase stands about five and a half inches high and […]

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April 2021

The beginning of baseball season also brings the beginning of the grilling season and National Hotdog Day. Here are three products designed to make grilling easier! The American metalcraft two-sided broiler (grill) brush is my go-to for keeping the grill clean before, during and after cooking. Dualsided, with one side is semi-stiff, the other extra-stiff, this brush offers a tempered stainless-steel scraper on the side for those stubborn burned-on foods. What makes this my go to brush is the fact that it has a 31-inch handle that is metal threaded to the brush head.  This feature allows me to get extra power to remove the residue without fear of getting burned. Cooper-Atkins has developed the easiest pocket thermometer not to get lost, the […]

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March 2021

As someone who used to drink a minimum two pots of coffee a day, I want to emphasize the importance of quality coffee products as well as draw attention to March being Caffeine Awareness month. Let’s all have one cup of decaf coffee or tea each day! The American Metalcraft tri-sided stainless steel beverage sign is perfect for that check in station, off-premise catering events orbuffets. Never again have to write a sign that may be knocked over or unreadable. The bold black lettering is a time saver with each side having a different choice—be it coffee, decaf, or hot water. The Waring coffee brewer provides the option of a pour over or plumb coffee machine. There are two individually operated […]

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February 2021

With February comes Valentine’s Day!  After years of providing extra special touches on a brunch buffet or a romantic themed dinner, I am happy to recommend a few products that I use to provide that. Matfer Bourgeat Heart Shape Plain Dough Cutters are a great set of eight different sized hearts. Constructed of tin with a rounded topedge that allows for repetitive pressing into the dough safely and comfortably without worry of being cut. These cutters are perfect for a variety of applications from cookie dough to fondant and everything in between. One of my personal favorite uses is to use two cutters to create a hollow heart shaped top cookie for Linzer Tarts. The hearts range in size from […]

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November 2020

“It’s time to turn those leftover Halloween pumpkins from window displays into delicious soup using this month’s top picks” The Matfer Bourgeat Stockpot with faucet is an NSF approved stainless steel pot that is easy to clean both inside and out. The base is covered with metallic stainless steel which makes this a great choice for induction cooking. Perhaps the best feature is the insulated handles which are great for preventing heat transfer, allowing the pot to bepicked up without burning the cook! It is available in 9 1/2, 11, 121/2, 14 1/8, 15 3/4 inch diameters. The Waring induction burner makes cooking faster, and more efficient. The four-inch diameter requirement for pans ensures that almost any pan can be […]

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October 2020

Some people think October means Halloween, my first thought is the last week of Oktoberfest in München. Here are three products that can help those Oktoberfest events and can be repurposed throughout the year. The Cambro 16-ounce plastic beer mug is made of clear polycarbonate plastic which offers more durability than glass mugs. Perfect for non alcoholic Birch Beer or those large outdoor Oktoberfest events. Cambro provides the option of adding personalization to showcase the event or business, a great way to allow those in attendance to collect the mugs each year. The durable polycarbonate plastic allows these mugs to be frosted or chilled without fear of shattering due to rapid change in temperature. When I think Oktoberfest, I think […]

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