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Certain Meals Should Be Served on Ice

Scott Groves · June 21, 2019 3:04 AM

Restaurant owners are often chiefly concerned with purchasing food preparation and cooking equipment for their kitchens. Running a business requires some frugal spending habits, but sometimes those practices can put workers at a disadvantage.

Guide to Commercial Ice Machines

Joel Kaplan · August 9, 2018 6:16 PM

When it comes to buying a commercial ice machine for your organization, there are plenty of options to choose from. Not only will you need to select an ice machine brand, but you will also need to decide what size machine you'd like, how much ice the machine should produce, what type of ice it should produce, how the machine will be cooled, what size ice bin you want, and whether or not you want an ice machine that cleans itself.

Ice Machines Are a Barista's Best Friend

Scott Groves · July 31, 2018 8:53 AM

To serve all the zombie-eyed customers, baristas must stay on top of their production of not only the coffee, but the ice, to provide that chilled satisfaction.

The Importance of Ice Scoops in Your Commercial Kitchen

Lenny Teller · July 6, 2018 12:36 PM

When employees think of food safety, do they ever stop to consider that ice is almost like a type of ‘food’? In fact, your ice bin can be a breeding ground for bacteria and other contaminants, and many times it goes directly into your customer’s meals and beverages. The importance of using safe practice methods with your ice bin cannot be understated, and investing in a variety of scoops and tongs while keeping the bin itself well-maintained is the key to putting the freeze on contaminants in your ice bin.

Shaved Ice for Summertime Snacks

Jenifer Aquino · July 2, 2018 11:16 AM

Hot summer weather brings with it customers looking for frozen treats. Relief comes in many forms; from ice cream to frozen yogurts, many of the classics are a sure-fire hit to pleasing guests. One such frozen treat is shaved ice, and while it’s easy to make and versatile enough to create a wide variety of dessert products, the addition of an ice shaver is often overlooked.

Ice Types and Their Various Uses

Michael Newman · May 31, 2018 6:37 PM

Ice machines have come a long way since they were first patented in 1851, and commercial ice makers now offer a variety of ice types. Knowing the difference in ice types and their various uses can help you choose the ideal ice maker for your business.

Hotels Need Energy-Efficient Restaurant Equipment

Scott Groves · May 28, 2018 7:07 AM

Hotel managers often place commercial ice machines on each floor of their facilities. Guests enjoy the benefits of being able to fill up their ice bins whenever they please. However, hotel managers may be losing money if they do not install the most efficient ice machines in their buildings.

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