August 1, 2011
Articles
A Changing of the Guard
Onsite associations are at a time of great transition and we all have roles to play in it. Read More
NACUFS Welcomes a New Generation
Increased attendance, show floor crowds and non-stop events characterized 2011 national conference. Read More
Trusthouse Merges With A'viands
Combined company has in excess of $200 million in revenues Read More
The Critical Thinking Toolkit: Spark Your Team's Creativity With 35 Problem Solving Activities
This Toolkit, which comes with almost three dozen different problem solving activities designed to get participants to think more creatively, analytically and quickly, can be a great team-building vehicle as well. Read More
Aramark Partners With Salad Concept for Campus Units
Chain offers customized salad creations freshly made. Read More
Healthy Kids Recipe Contest Winner Named
Minnesota district captures first place with slider creation. Read More
Garces, Luther to Headline SFM Annual Conference
Inflation, interactive technology among topics to be explored Read More
Three Teams Win ACF Gold at UMass Culinary Competition
Harvard, Northern Michigan, UMass take top honors Read More
DMA to Change Name
Starting in January, it will be the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals Read More
One to One: Victor Gielisse, CMC
The CIA master chef turns his razor-sharp focus to batch cookery, with an aim to give chefs the tools they need to further elevate the quality of this style of cooking. Read More
Green Catering
Successfully turning a catering operation green is not just achieved with good intentions. Rather, it’s an ever-evolving collection of strategies and factors to consider: practicality, pricing, menu planning know-how, flexibility and creativity. Read More
The Food Substitutions Bible, Second Edition
The Food Substitutions Bible, Second Edition, could be a valuable kitchen resource, a go-to guide for times when you don't have on hand the ingredients or tools a recipe recommends. Read More
Link Between Sodium and Potassium?
New study confirms relationship to heart disease Read More
Soap for Sustainability
The glycerin byproduct of biodiesel production from used cooking oil has an added bonus. Read More
A Handy Breakfast
Busy customers grab and go with breakfast burritos and other handhelds every morning. Make yours special and you won't be sorry. Read More
Turkey Talk
A lean, versatile choice for the center of the plate and more. Read More
Combi Ovens
What's not to like about a piece of equipment that does the work of two traditional cooking items? Read More
Schwan's Rolls Out New School Program
Schwan's Food Service, Inc., has introduced its LiveSmart Schools portfolio of products, all of which are consistent with the newly proposed USDA School Meal Rules. Read More
IPC Names Recipe Contest Winners
Stephen Ganser, general manager at Metz Culinary Management in Elliotsburg, PA Read More
Market Basket
New products and innovations from Front of the House, Michael Foods and Harvest of the Sea, among others Read More
The Coming Burger Bubble?
Forbes says we may have too many burger joints for the category to be sustainable (in the fi nancial, not the ecological, sense). Read More
Website of the Month
The vegetarian activist group PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has a genius for publicity (we're giving them some now). Read More
iPhone, Australian for Opening Beers
A pair of entrepreneurs from Down Under have developed the Opena, a plastic case that turns an iPhone into a bottle opener. Read More
My, Wendy, How You've Grown
The Wendy's burger chain recently expanded into Russia, with plans to open at least 180 units in the next decade. Read More
NYU Langone Chef Cruises to Win in AHF Culinary Competition
Executive Chef Cornel Ruhland of NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City spent most of his career in European fine dining restaurants and on luxury liners before docking in New York. Read More
2011 Best Concept Awards
Food Management's 2011 Best Concept Awards
At the end of the day, the Best Concept Awards are about ideas - great ideas, innovative ideas, practical ideas, think-outside-the-box ideas - that allow onsite operators to manage foodservices more successfully and to better meet customer expectations. Read More
BEST OF SHOW WINNER 2011: UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT BOULDER
The dining program at the University of Colorado-Boulder (profiled extensively in FM's June issue), achieves excellence on multiple levels. Read More
BEST RENOVATION WINNER 2011: THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
The college was recognized for its spectacular, colorful design and its variety of vibrant serving stations. Read More
BEST MENU WINNER 2011: RESTAURANT ASSOCIATES AT CREDIT SUISSE
The Nibbles menu at Credit Suisse was recognized for offering company associates a grazing menu that drives sales at an otherwise "dead air" time of day. Read More
BEST NEW FACILITY WINNER 2011: UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT BOULDER
C4C is a model for cutting edge college dining facilities with its environmental attributes, a range of international and traditional food stations and design as a campus community centerpiece. Read More
BEST MANAGEMENT COMPANY CONCEPT WINNER 2011: SODEXO
“Be…” is a site enhancement program for B&I operations worldwide (it’s in 23 countries now), a client “service planning” tool with a range of options customizable for different needs that turns a café into a flexible and relaxing space for customers and a value-added amenity for clients. Read More
BEST CONVENIENCE RETAILING CONCEPT WINNER 2011: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
Khush Roti is a slam dunk piece of intercept marketing that puts a mobile cart directly where it can do the most business: next to a parking lot where commuting students literally have to walk around it to get to class. Read More
BEST STATION CONCEPT WINNER 2011: RESTAURANT ASSOCIATES AT THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Meal Deal$ shows how a concept need not be elaborate or expensive to be a “best concept. Read More
BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE CONCEPT WINNER 2011: OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Ernie’s Café is a sit-down restaurant with a restaurant-style menu that allows patients at Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital to eat in a comfortable, quality, communal environment. Read More
BEST WELLNESS INITIATIVE WINNER 2011: GUNDERSEN LUTHERAN MEDICAL CENTER
The 500 Club is a healthy eating program developed by dietitians and doctors at Gundersen that helps consumers identify healthier choices lower in calories and fat. Read More
BEST SPECIAL EVENT WINNER 2011: ARAMARK AT STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY
The African Food Festival in the spring of 2010 at Stephen F. Austin State University was a product of teamwork to develop an African themed event that featured authentic dishes from different regions of the continent. Read More
Food Management's 2011 Best Concept Awards: Honorable Mention
Take a look at five more concepts that showed innovative ideas. Read More
Recipes
Rotini with Edamame and Duo Mushrooms
Rotini pasta is paired with two mushroom varieties, edamame and pearl onions in a vegetarian dish. Read More
Carrot-Berry Salad
Carrot salad gets a fruity twist with the addition of fresh berries. Read More
Crostini with Burrata Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, and Pesto
Burrata, a creamy type of mozzarella cheese, pairs with tomatoes and pesto in these crostini. Read More
Lomi Lomi Salmon in an Avocado Half
Salmon inspired by a traditional Hawaiian preparation fills avocado halves. Read More
Buttermilk Blue, Fig and Port Wontons
Crispy wontons are filled with a mixture of the tangy cheese, dried figs and port wine. Read More
Grilled Lime Scented Shrimp with Chilean Kiwi and Prickly Pear Gastrique
The crustacean is paired with a sweet, spicy and fruity sauce. Read More
Sweet Potato & Peanut Dumplings
These fried dumplings are spiced with curry leaves, turmeric, ginger, jalapeno, red chilies and mustard seeds. Read More
Southwest Chicken Sandwich with Green Chile Mustard Sauce
The standard chicken sandwich gets a spicy kick. Read More
Apple Carnitas Breakfast Burrito
Apples replace potatoes or rice in this pork-based breakfast burrito. Read More
Breakfast Kolaches
The pastry, which is popular in Texas, gets a savory breakfast spin. Read More
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