Buying Guides & Advice


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Pizza Peel Buyers' Guide

Pizza peels are standard pieces of pizza-making equipment commonly used in commercial kitchens. In this article, we break down your pizza peel options.

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Kitchen Knives: Stamped vs. Forged

What are the differences between forged and stamped kitchen knives? Learn the pros and cons of each and how to decide which is best for you.

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Knife Handles for Safety, Comfort, & Sanitation

Learn about the materials and shapes used in commercial kitchen knives so you can find the best cutlery for your safety, cleanliness, and comfort.

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Choosing Your Pizza Peel Material

Why should restaurants and specialty pizzerias stock their kitchens with commercial pizza peels made of both wood and aluminum? Learn more here.

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Find the Right Display Case for Your Frozen Treats

Gelato and ice cream are very different products, each with distinct storage requirements. Learn how gelato and ice cream cases vary here.

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A Guide to Restaurant Aprons

Restaurant aprons are worn by bartenders, servers, and line cooks, with different types and materials that suit each role better. Learn whether you need a bib apron, smock, or waist apron here.

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Protect Your Cooks with Cut-resistant Gloves

Cut-resistant gloves are a necessary tool for OSHA compliance and employee safety. Learn about your options here.

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Kitchen Towel & Dish Cloth Options

There are quite a few kitchen towel options available. We break down the options available and what application each type of towel is best used for.

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Types of Oyster Knives

Having oysters in your kitchen means stocking up on oyster knives, but which type do you need? Learn about the four main types of oyster knives here.

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Banquet Mobility Options

Banquet carts are available in a wide range of sizes to equip you to transport food and drinks, ice, and supplies around events large and small.

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Door Options in Heated Holding

Heated holding cabinet door options enable you to customize cabinets to meet your exact needs, whether in a commercial kitchen or for catering on the go.

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Temperature-controlled Transport

When you need to bring food to a remote location, a wireless heated or refrigerated transport cabinet can help you do so safely.

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CaptiveAire Control Options for Your Commercial Kitchen

When deciding on your CaptiveAire system's specs, you'll need to decide which controls are best for your kitchen and if you'll need a utility cabinet.

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Pairing Your Range with a Salamander

Learn about how to pair a salamander with your range to make the most of the space in your commercial kitchen.

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The Difference Between Cheese Melters & Salamanders

Learn the differences of salamanders vs cheese melters here. KaTom will ensure you get the right equipment for your commercial kitchen.

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Flywheel Slicers: Going Retro

Flywheel slicers are a callback to the equipment's European roots, and are operated by hand to give chefs precise control over their cuts.

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CaptiveAire at KaTom

CaptiveAire commercial kitchen ventilation, including hoods, controls, fans, ductwork, and makeup air units, are available from KaTom.

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Choosing Server Dispensers by Product Thickness

Which Server condiment pump your operation needs likely depends on which condiments are being dispensed. Use this guide to find the pump you need.

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A Buyers' Guide to Commercial Kitchen Ventilation

When considering a commercial ventilation system, refer to KaTom's guidelines for customizing the perfect CaptiveAire hood.

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Type 1 vs. Type 2 Hoods

Compare Type 1 and Type 2 commercial hoods to find the right vent for your kitchen. Learn how each handles grease, heat, and moisture for safer ventilation.

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Outdoor Ice Makers Guide

Outdoor ice makers can improve service times at your open-air bar or dining room and make employees' work easier. Learn more about those machines here.

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Food Prep Equipment Buyers' Guide

The broad category of food prep tools can be hard to navigate. This guide aims to help you choose the equipment you need.

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Ensure Food Safety with Sanitizer Test Strips

Sanitizer test strips help operators ensure dish sanitizing solutions are diluted correctly for optimal disinfection in foodservice venues.

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Dressing Chefs for Success

The iconic chef uniform consists of several parts, including a coat, pants, and a wide variety of hats to choose from.