Comfort food orders rose in popularity through the pandemic and continue to hold customers’ attentions and appetites. Guests are now looking for globally inspired ways to enjoy their favorite comfort foods on your menus. Drawing inspiration from international fare can offer opportunities to feature unexpected beef cuts and more contemporary flavors. Comfort food variations usually […]
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Recently, it feels like dining habits, plating trends and flavor pairings are changing just about every month. So we spoke with Sterling Silver Culinary Manager Chef Pete Geoghegan to get a better idea of what restaurants can expect for all-things beef in 2022. In what ways has the past year influenced 2022? A lot of […]
While many restaurant industry trends are of a digital nature – with the rise of third-party delivery services and ghost kitchens – many establishments are choosing to take their guests back in time. Rustic and traditional preparation methods from all over the globe are returning to restaurants and offering guests experiential dining in addition to […]
As the calendar pages continue to flip and diners are getting antsy to return to normalcy, we point our eyes toward the summer season and present a few exciting trends that can help shape your menu for the upcoming months. Comfort is Still Big Comfort food has played a large role in pandemic dining (both […]
Fermented rice could be the solution for full-bodied, dry-aged flavors – without playing the waiting game. Koji rice is a cooked grain that is treated with the mold Aspergillus oryzae. In turn, its proteins and starches are transformed into sugars and amino acids. From there, koji rice acts as a catalyst for fermentation. It plays […]
Global flavors can help define your establishment as a modern steakhouse, especially when coupled with unique cuts and serving more small, shareable plates. New tastes and dishes from around the world can help your guests explore flavors outside their comfort zone and experience something new and exciting. Finding inspiration from a specific country or region […]
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Customers are passionate about supporting their favorite establishments, but are hoping for ways in which they can do so safely. While each state individually crafts hospitality re-opening guidelines, meeting diner expectations around safety can help you stay competitive and ensure repeat orders. Focused menus, meal kits, touchless payments, and more can make ordering from your […]
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“Delivering hot, beef braised will be the best experience because it can take the abuse of long hot-holding, and still deliver on tenderness and juiciness.” Sterling Silver Chef Pete Geoghegan recommends travel-friendly braised meats, particularly ones that use short ribs, blade roast, and chuck roll for takeout and pick-up menus. Additionally, stir-fry or bowls with […]
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 […]
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