Chefs rely on high quality tools and equipment to help make their jobs easier and their cuisine better. They rely on ingredients to make their food flavorful and memorable. And they rely on functional chef apparel and restaurant staff clothing to help make the workplace more comfortable.
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The warm weather is here, and what better way to celebrate than to fire up that grill and get eating? But we get bored of the same old, and we assume you do, too. To solve your “what’s for dinner?” problem, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best meals to grill in Washington, […]
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Your friend invites you to sushi. And then the panic sets in. Do you put the wasabi in the soy sauce, or the soy sauce on top of the wasabi? Are you supposed to eat the ginger or is it merely a decoration? How do I know exactly what it is I’m ordering? We know; […]
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The story of pizza is a long one. From the Greeks to the Egyptians, from the Persians to the Indians, there have been incarnations of pizza served throughout history. Flatbreads, naan, and plakountos are all early preparations that could be considered cousins to the modern pizza, but there isn’t a consensus as to which is […]
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A combi oven can be one of the most useful pieces of equipment in your entire commercial kitchen. Many chefs rave about using them, but for those unfamiliar with their capabilities, why should you consider a combi oven for your Washington, D.C. commercial kitchen? VERSATILITY First and foremost, a combi oven provides the ability to […]
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According to a study by Convenience Store Decisions, pepperoni is by far America’s favorite pizza topping. In fact, close to ¼ of a billion pounds are consumed on pizzas annually. (Yes, that’s billion with a “b.”) Pepperoni is consumed on approximately 36 percent of all pizzas that are ordered. But what is pepperoni, and why […]
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It’s hard to find somebody who doesn’t like pizza. In fact, one out of every eight people in the United States consumes pizza on any given day according to a report from a USDA study released in 2014. Even crazier, for kids, 58 percent of pizza consumption is for lunch, snacking, and yes, even breakfast. […]
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When buying a commercial gas range oven for your Washington, D.C., restaurant, there are a few important factors to consider. Since each foodservice establishment is different in terms of size, volume, and applications needed for a successful menu, everything should be considered as it relates to the features and benefits of the oven itself. Let’s […]
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Visit the Alto-Hartley showroom for convenient foodservice solutions. Alto-Hartley has assembled a wide range of foodservices solutions, all conveniently located under a single roof in Alexandria, Virginia. If your foodservice operation is in Virginia, Maryland, or the greater metro Washington, D.C. area, stop by and let us help.
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