June 2025 - Alto-Hartley

A white plate holds sliced Belgian waffles and a whole fried chicken breast. The slices of waffles are topped with whipped butter.

June 30, 2025 by Alto Hartley

Why Chicken and Waffles Deserve a Place on Every All-Day Menu

Restaurants, bars, and nightclubs are always looking for menu items that are craveable, easy to scale, and profitable. It’s even better when one item works across dayparts, like brunch service, late-night menus, or weekend specials. Chicken and waffles check all those boxes. The dish blends comfort with creativity, offering operators a flexible canvas that feels […]

The History of Fried Chicken & The Fried Chicken Sandwich Wars

Fried chicken has serious range. It’s nostalgic and familiar but also globally adaptable and endlessly customizable. In commercial kitchens, it’s one of the most profitable proteins you can serve. And in summer, with picnics, festivals, and outdoor events everywhere, fried chicken shines. It’s a dish rooted in tradition, powered by innovation, and recently reignited by […]