Articles by Ariana Keller
By utilizing Vulcan's New Equipment Checkout Program, operators can ensure their equipment is installed correctly. KaTom's article explains how it works.
High-quality tabletop supplies from World Tableware and Syracuse China will now be produced under one brand: Libbey. Learn more about the rebranding here.
Want to know if Lodge lives up to the hype? These Lodge cast iron reviews from real KaTom customers say it does. Learn more here.
Which licenses and permits are needed to open a restaurant? Learn how much they cost and where to obtain them with KaTom Restaurant Supply.
Learn from KaTom about the chatbots, QR codes, self-service kiosks, and more that are revolutionizing how the foodservice industry operates.
How hectic is it to prep for game day? Is it possible to serve 20 events in a day? What's it like to cater the Olympics? Terri Franks tells us all about it.
Use KaTom's Scotsman Ice Configurator to find the commercial ice machine most compatible with your operation's requirements.
KaTom Design + Build includes VR kitchen design services, letting clients virtually interact with project models. Learn more here.
What is a Blixer? Learn everything you need to know about Robot Coupe's healthcare-focused food processor in this KaTom article.
Krowne is a leading manufacturer of underbar, refrigeration, and plumbing products, which benefit bars, restaurants, casinos, and stadiums.
How much does it cost to open a restaurant? On average, startup costs range from $75,000 to $250,000. Learn about each expense at KaTom Restaurant Supply.
Seasonal menu items can bring year-round revenue to restaurants. Check out KaTom's tips for planning a menu with seasonal produce in mind.
When different American dishes share a name, they're often beloved specialties to locals in the region – and confusing to outsiders.
The names of some iconic dishes were inspired by iconic figures. KaTom takes you through the history of alfredo, Melba Toast, and more.
From the history of champagne to serving temp, learn all about serving champagne to guests with KaTom Restaurant Supply's guide.
Federal menu labeling laws for chain restaurants went into effect in 2018. KaTom looks at these laws and what they entail.
What is fair trade coffee? What about organic? Rainforest Alliance? Join KaTom as we explore the meaning and value of coffee certifications.
You get more than a dining room and a kitchen when you buy a restaurant. Avoid 3 major liabilities that bite prospective restaurateurs.
If you're buying a restaurant that serves liquor by the drink, don't let archaic ABC laws get in the way of a smooth liquor license transfer.
If you're interested in buying organic produce, it's important to understand the USDA standards and regulations for growing and selling it.
If you accept credit cards at your restaurant, you also accept the responsibility of keeping your customers' personal information safe.
The National Register of Historic Places includes famous diners that exist today as nostalgic destinations thanks to ambitious new owners.
Thanksgiving weekend shopping trends may fluctuate, but local businesses are happy to provide consumers with their Black Friday coffee fix.
Visa is offering a monetary reward to operators willing to run a no-cash restaurant, but cashless eateries are trending for other reasons.