Did you know that the 21st-century bagel you ate for breakfast had its roots in 15th-century Jewish kitchens in Poland? That’s right, the crusty, chewy bagels we enjoy today haven’t changed much from their original form all those centuries ago. Sure, toppings have changed over time, but the bagel itself is basically the same. Let’s […]
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For millions of Americans, grilled cheese sandwiches are a staple food item, and comfort food of the highest order. Many people have special memories of eating grilled cheese sandwiches when they were children, and most have specific ways that the sandwich “must” be prepared in order for it to be perfect. Still, although many love […]
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Americans love pie! Whether it’s Grandma’s apple pie or the traditional Thanksgiving pumpkin, pies are a part of our national culinary identity. Over the course of our history, necessity and invention have resulted in some fascinating and unusual pie recipes. Here is a quick look at some of the more strange and obscure pies out […]
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The consumer’s taste for new fast food selections and unique dine-in experiences will continue to expand in 2020. To keep in step with 2020 foodservice trends for Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. – culinary operations need to embrace new directions including new food trends, faster service, and fresh, locally-grown foods. You can expect to see […]
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Santa Claus is almost here, and he is going to need a lot of caloric intake this season to deliver gifts to all of the children around the world. Let’s explore this notion of having Santa for dinner by making him a perfect, five-course Christmas meal that has traditional cultural value to our western palette.
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It’s breakfast time, so you go into the kitchen and all there is in the fridge is two eggs, some milk, and some bread, and maybe some cold pizza from last Saturday night. Hold on, all is not lost, for as you already know you have the makings for one of history’s most international and […]
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Pancakes are a staple menu item for almost any breakfast-serving restaurant in America and throughout the world. And for good reason. The simple combination of soft battered up pancakes and butter paired with delicious maple syrup is enough to please the tastebuds of any diner. Pancakes have been around for centuries as a favorite staple […]
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April 20th is one of our favorite days of the year. Not because of the common associations, but because it’s National Pineapple Upside Down Cake Day. Pineapples are known for symbolizing hospitality, friendship, and generosity, so there’s truly no better way to welcome guests into your home (or any excuse, really) than with this delicious treat. […]
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The aroma. The sizzle. The crackle. The taste. Bacon is a staple of so many menus, from diners to fine-dining, that you’d be hard pressed to not find it in a Washington, D.C. area restaurant. Commonly featured in breakfast dishes and sandwiches, bacon has expanded its reach into our desserts and cocktails too. And for […]
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When you think about a fresh, flaky croissant, you probably conjure up images of Paris. A lazy morning on the Left Bank, a small round table, reading Le Journal with a steamy cup of café au lait, and of course, that croissant. That warm, buttery croissant. Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside. Enjoyable […]
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