You can give credit to a bunch of different factors: the rise of speciality coffee chains, exposure to different coffee cultures in our travels, and crossover as different types of foodservice operations look to gain market share in the world of coffee — to name a few. But no matter where or how the trend […]
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Along with pizza, hot dogs, and apple pie, hamburgers rank as one of Americans’ favorite foods. From quick-service restaurants to diners, and bars to cookouts, the hamburger is a staple on almost any menu. Why is it such a beloved food? Because the hamburger is customizable, portable, and versatile, finding itself as a gourmet item […]
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Coffee is a growing market segment. In fact, last year’s data from the National Coffee Association’s Coffee Drinking Trends for 2017 showed that consumption was up five percent from the previous year. In large part, this trend is driven by demographics, but it’s also the result of operators looking for new ways to provide coffee […]
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Grilled cheese is an American classic. From the kid’s menu to your favorite jam band concert, the appeal of grilled cheese spreads far and wide. With avocado? An exotic cheese blend? Accompanied with tomato soup? The possibilities are endless.
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We’ve all seen the movie before. It usually stars Keanu Reeves and involves some sort of chase scene with surfer-dude dialog. But why are we bringing up movies in a food blog?
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A jar of peanut butter – the staple of nearly every kitchen pantry from child to adult. Crunchy or creamy, nothing quite compares to a peanut butter sandwich. But for a food so often beloved and frequently consumed, have you ever considered making your own peanut butter at home?
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Tortillas are a staple in Mexican and Central American cuisine. These thin, unleavened flatbreads are typically made from either corn maize or flour, and they’re used in a variety of ways. We all know the tortilla basics, but what about their history? Where are they from, and how were they named?
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The craft cocktail movement has inspired many to become amateur bartenders, going beyond the simple gin and tonic and creating elaborate, carefully concocted drinks. Nowadays, you’re just as likely to have a home bar in your house as you would a home office. If you’re looking to entertain or just want to replicate Don Draper’s […]
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Considered the “most traditional American dessert,” pies are as much a part of American culture as hot dogs and baseball. According to the American Pie Council, the history of pies dates back to the early Romans. The first pie recipe was a goat cheese and honey pie. It wasn’t until the early English settlers that […]
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A food allergy is an immune response or allergic reaction to a naturally occurring protein in any food. While a customer may be allergic to any type of food, there are eight foods that cause 90 percent of all food allergy reactions. These most common allergens are referred to as the Big Eight or Top […]
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