6 Enemies of Frying Oil and How to Defeat Them

Source: Pitco blog Frying oil is a must-have ingredient in every commercial kitchen. After all, some of our favorite foods tend to have that crisp, golden texture. As a result, deep frying has become a popular cooking method for restaurants and foodservice operations across the globe. If we can all agree on that — and I’m sure we do —...

Restaurant Start-up Kit: Part 1

Dear Foodservice Professional, Congratulations on your venture! Curtis Restaurant Supply would like to help you in any way possible. Curtis Restaurant Supply offers: Frequent Shopper Card (for in-store shopping) Monthly sale flyers Credit application for volume price discounts Free local delivery (Click here for details) Free equipment catalog Project and bid assistance (Request a quote) Our Three-part Restaurant Start-Up series includes...

Knife Skills 101

At Curtis Restaurant Supply, we have the commercial cutlery you need. No matter which knife you buy you can rest assured we have chosen each knife for it’s quality and performance. With the proper care, your new knife can serve you for years to come. Thank you to Chef Lisa from Chrane Foodservice Solutions who represents the Dexter line of...

Product Review: Vollrath Redco InstaCut Dicers

To use fresh vegetables in a wide variety of dishes, your kitchen staff needs to take the time to dice them—which can take time you don’t have, especially during busy meal rushes. To help you save time, effort, and provide consistency in the sizes of the vegetables, I recommend using the Vollrath Redco InstaCut dicer. All Vollrath Redco InstaCut dicers...

Energy Efficiency Comparison: Holding/Proofing Cabinets

Energy Efficiency; The Proof is in the Pudding Insulation As our world continues to focus on energy consumption, Curtis Restaurant Supply is heeding the call to action by offering more efficient options for our customers. Metro heated holding/proofing cabinets are some of the most reliable in the industry. While there are many things to consider when choosing which type of...

Wonderful Watermelon Drink & Dessert Recipes

Which fruit exemplifies summer? Watermelon, of course. In Oklahoma, watermelon is plentiful and available at your local grocery store or farmers market, or it can be grown in your own backyard. The following recipes are a new twist on this refreshing summer favorite. Watermelon-Lavender Sorbet What better way to get a full serving of fruit than in this delicious sorbet....

Safety Compliance: The Importance of ANSI and NFPA Standards in Your Commercial Kitchen

Did you know? The American National Standards Institute, better known as ANSI, and the Canadian Standards Association, better known as the CSA Group, oversees the development of consensus standards for products, services, processes, systems and personnel in the United States and Canada. ANSI Z21.69/CSA 6.16 ANSI Z21.69/CSA 6.16 is the applicable standard for connectors for moveable gas appliances. Moveable gas...

So, You Need Some Restaurant Equipment: Important Questions to Ask Before You Purchase

Running a restaurant is a complex, exciting business. From menu planning and hiring staff, to managing expenses and keeping your kitchen in tip top condition with well-maintained cooking equipment. Commercial cooking equipment is a large investment that needs some research and planning. New Equipment  If you are purchasing equipment for a new foodservice establishment, the first thing to consider is...

Cocktails, Mocktails, and Holiday Grogs

So often, holiday-inspired drinks are reserved for Christmas. Why can’t we eat, drink, and be merry 12 months out of the year?! I’m here to tell you, we can!  Here are some fun recipes to get you thru the next few months. My favorite thing about “grogs” is that there isn’t a set recipe. Historically, grog was rum cut with...