“I’ve been experimenting with spice blends, adding them to pickled items and grilled meats to give them a different, unique flavor profile.” Sterling Silver Chef Barry Miles digs into how pickling vegetables in-house can bring distinct freshness to a plate– but these tangy garnishes can offer more than a touch of acidity. These punchy additions […]
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Maximizing Profits with Versatile, Premium Beef Cuts
Versatile, hard working beef cuts can help you better manage inventory while maximizing margins. Traditionally, cuts like tenderloin, top sirloin, and prime rib are known for their center-of-plate, dinner applications. Offering these cuts in starters, small plates, and more can make them work harder for your kitchen while charging a premium price to your customer. […]
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Unique Executions For Your Takeout Menus
According to Sterling Silver Chef Bradley Borchardt, it’s still important to “understand your brand and see how you can create food that is approachable and travels well but maintains brand integrity.” Your takeout execution should still target the kind of customers that you welcome with dine-in services. “If your traditional menu items aren’t travel-friendly, try […]
Tackling Takeout Packaging
Customer-favorites are not always travel-friendly. The proper packaging can help meet your customers’ demands and maintain your standard of quality. Sterling Silver Chef Bradley Borchardt understands that selecting packaging options can get particularly difficult when items are fried, breaded, or covered in sauce.“It’s important to be flexible with your typical methods of packaging to ensure […]
Customize Compound Butter Flavors to Enhance a Steak
Creating a compound butter provides a simple and tasty way to complement and customize any steak on your menu. Guests will love the rich addition of butter and the punch of flavor from the spices, chilis or herbs you choose. Get inspired by these flavors and combinations, including: Black garlic Lime and ancho chili Piquillo […]
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Transform Your Tacos with Brisket
Create signature gourmet tacos with Sterling Silver brisket and wow your guests. Where will you take it? … BBQ brisket tacos? Smoked brisket tacos with lime mayo? Potato, poblano & brisket tacos? With the popularity of tacos staying strong, brisket is a delicious and versatile way to add a little sophistication. Pulling in your own […]
Herb-Forward Toppings Add Interest to Beef
The Modern Steakhouse is all about bold flavors. Use herbs to add an extra punch of flavor to your dish – as toppings, they add texture and variety. Try using these herb-forward toppings to accompany your beef dishes: Fried Italian parsley Brown butter-fried sage Fried basil leaves Gremolata Wild garlic-mustard chimichurri […]
Vegetable Pairing Inspiration
Featuring à la carte vegetables on your menu in an unexpected way can elevate the guest experience and expand flavor profiles. Serving roasted jalapeño and garlic with lime juice, or horseradish root vegetable slaw with a great cut can communicate greater authenticity and quality to your guests. […]
BBQ Brisket 5 Ways
Serving the same protein in multiple variations can help maximize the cut and reduce food waste. Chef Avellino added multiple dishes to his menu, while maximizing food storage space, with delicious BBQ brisket. Dish inspiration below! Serve it family-style as a classic plate with fix-ins Top nachos with BBQ brisket and jalapeño peppers for a […]
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