Studies have recently found that diets which are high in processed and fatty foods can actually have more of an impact on your health than was originally thought. Aside from the obvious effects of weight gain and clogged arteries, processed and fatty foods have also been linked to depression. Consuming large quantities of these foods greatly increase your risk for depression versus someone who chooses healthier foods and has an overall healthier lifestyle.
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4
Nov
Seafood Paella
Paella is traditionally a rice dish that is believed to have originated to the current form near the eastern coast of Spain’s Valencian region in the mid 19th century. There are numerous types of paella, and the dish can be created with various types of ingredients, including seafood, chicken, and vegetables. This recipe is for a seafood paella that is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients:
3 cups rice, converted, parboiled
1 cup olive oil
6 cups of fish broth, preferably homemade
5 tomatoes, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 big onion, chopped
2 green peppers, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 small jar of red peppers, cut lengthwise for garnish
1.5 pounds langoustines (Norway Lobster), peeled but head and tail on
2 pounds mussels
1/2 pound clams
1 pound fish for fish-broth - totally 6 cups of broth
1.5 pounds squid, cleaned and cut in stripes
Lemon wedges for garnish (3 lemons)
1/2 teaspoon saffron and yellow food-coloring (Mix with heated broth)
3/5 ounces defrosted small peas (not necessary)
Salt and pepper
KaTom is proud to announce the addition of a new toaster from Axis that can serve up to 360 slices of toast per hour! This dependable toaster provides customers with perfectly golden toasted products with each use and makes toasting easier for the operator. This toaster is ideal for high-volume restaurants, cafes, diners, and self-service establishments.
Traditionally, mandoline slicers have been used in the foodservice industry (and by home chefs) to create perfectly portioned pieces of food product. Mandolines are ideal for slicing and julienne cutting various foods, but now, thanks to Browne-Halco, a slicer can cube, waffle cut, crinkle, and diamond cut your foods as well. This revolutionary Ultra Mandoline slicer is designed to make nearly any cutting job in the kitchen easier and more convenient.
Continue reading Ultra Mandoline Revolutionizes Slicer Capabilities
Scary foods sounds like to start to a good food-related Halloween post, however, this post is not about Halloween at all. Some foods are just scary in general, regardless of if they might be shaped like spiders or other Halloween related items. The term “scary foods,” for me, means foods that can harm you in some way or are made entirely from synthetic materials. This blog contains a list of foods that are, in my opinion, “scary” foods. The scariest foods for me are green vegetables, but that seems to be simply a personal issue.
In today’s economy, starting a new restaurant business may seems like a scary idea, however, there are a few things you can do to help ensure the success of your new business. One way to make sure your business is seen in a positive manner is to be eco-friendly. Consumers are becoming increasingly more aware of the effects they are having on the environment, and are choosing restaurants and businesses that are striving to be more environmentally-friendly as well. Proving yourself as a sustainable restaurant will win over many customers from the very start, however the concept of sustainability is often more easily said that accomplished.
Continue reading Sustainability: The Key to a Successful Restaurant
28
Oct
Halloween Treats
As Halloween is quickly approaching and themed parties are being planned, you will see recipes popping up on many different sites for wonderfully decorated treats. I have been searching for recipes for an event I am attending as well, so I’ve decided to share the recipes I hope to make for the party. Please feel free to leave a comment with your own ghoulish delights!
Scary Cerebrum
Ingredients:
3 pounds frozen cooked medium shrimp (with tails), thawed and drained well
1/4 cup roasted red sweet peppers, cut into 1/4 inch thick strips
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 1/2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Update International, who has been providing quality products to the beverage and foodservice industry for over 30 years, has recently announce the addition of two types of decanters that sure to last for many years to come. These two decanters, one stainless steel and one dubbed “unbreakable,” are both designed to provide years of quality service at an affordable price.
Continue reading Update International Presents Durable Coffee Decanters
Yesterday, I promised to let you know about our experience at KFC receiving our free grilled chicken. Three of our team members made the journey to our local KFC yesterday around 2pm, with expectations of receiving delicious grilled chicken.
Continue reading Two Thumbs Up: The Web Team’s Reaction to Free Grilled Chicken
Once again, KFC is offering a free piece of grilled chicken to each customer in more than 5,000 KFC’s nationwide in what they are dubbing UnFry Day. This offer is valid October 26, 2009 - today only! This offer, unlike the others, is promised to run smoothly, without the unwanted rainchecks or unprintable coupons. KFC claims to have planned around all of these unpleasant side effects of giving out such large amounts of free grilled chicken.
