Articles by David Austin
Is beef on the way out or the way up? Join KaTom as we explore America's shifting meat preferences amid new and pressing concerns.
As hard ciders rise in popularity, bars and restaurants alike can benefit from adding these sweet beverages to their drink lineups.
Technological advances can lead to greater productivity; join KaTom as we explore the new technologies available to foodservice operators.
Weddings are a huge industry. KaTom explains a few ways your foodservice establishment can get a piece of the cake.
Delivery has become a cornerstone of restaurant foodservice. Join KaTom as we discuss the drawbacks and benefits of different models.
Purchasing a restaurant fixer-upper may involve more than replacing equipment. Be sure to know the reputation of the business before you buy.
If you're buying an independent restaurant concept, include a non-compete clause in the sales contract for extra protection.
What is MSG? Learn more about this tasty – and controversial – additive and find out what, if any, health effects it has.
What exactly makes seafood sustainable? Join KaTom as we take a deep dive into how restaurants and operators can source seafood responsibly.
Unnecessary luxury or the way of the future? Join KaTom as we delve into the benefits and drawbacks of self-serve restaurant kiosks.
Coffee's been making waves in the foodservice industry for decades. Learn more about its history and where it might be going in the future.
KaTom explores the benefits and drawbacks of adding a dishwasher hood. We'll help you decide if your commercial kitchen needs one.
Peel? Chinois? Cloche? And what is the top of the plate called? Join KaTom as we explore some obscure and mysterious kitchen tool names.
Ensure your business operates safely with ServSafe Pennsylvania. Learn all you need to know about these certifications here with KaTom.
Used cooking oil theft is a problem for many restaurants, collectors, and biodiesel producers. KaTom offers tips for preventing this crime.
From startup to shut down, ensure employees are operating commercial fryers safely with these commercial deep fryer safety tips.
QR codes for restaurant menus have swiftly gained popularity, but what are they, exactly? We'll delve into QR codes and their uses here.
Lincoln impinger ovens bring unique cooking style and power to your kitchen. KaTom has the info you need to find the perfect unit.
How many types of pasta can you name? Learn more about the differences between pasta and noodles, their names, and how to use them.
Want to know the differences between the types of tea? Our beginner's guide explains tea varieties, steeping recommendations, and more.
Read KaTom's tips on how to reduce the odds of a restaurant kitchen fire and what the recovery process looks like if a fire does break out.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many states are loosening restrictions and allowing restaurants to deliver alcohol or sell it to-go.
HAERFEST Coffee is a uniquely purposed coffee roaster that brings inclusivity and prosperity to the coffee industry.
KaTom unwraps common Halloween candy ingredients so you can snack responsibly. Find out what the back of the candy wrapper really means here.