catering

Panera's Sales Rising On New Products, Catering

NEW YORK (January 20, 2010 - Dow Jones)—Panera Bread Co.'s (PNRA) fourth-quartersales grew on stronger sales during all parts of the day, helped by...

Operations

Wood-fired ovens

Sometimes the secret in doing something right is simply a matter of going back to basics. When it comes to pizza, that means using a wood-fired oven to give the crust a slight char and the toppings that savory “fire-roasted” flavor.

These menu offerings go beyond the typical takeout box.

With new indoor and outdoor equipment, grilling and smoking have been made easy. Here are the key issues to consider when purchasing a new grill/smoke setup for your shop.

Menu items made smarter with the right ingredients and techniques.

Super Bowl Sunday was pretty typical for the guys at Firehouse Subs: another day, another media appearance.

Chefs continue to jump aboard food trucks, taking to the streets with moveable versions of their signature dishes. But the popularity of street foods is spawning a reverse trend, as restaurants adapt iconic items to tabletop dining. Grilled and spit-roasted meats seem to be leading the charge.

The catering option serves 10 or more guests and allows them to customize their own burger.

Increasing sales of high profit menu items is a goal in every foodservice operation.

Foodservice suppliers provide a look at products designed to make an operator’s job easier.

  • Page 19