Restaurants & Foodservice


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Upscale Restaurants & Dining Room Dress Codes

Joshua Miller, the general manager of fine-dining restaurant Spiaggia in Chicago, discusses the realities of implementing a dress code.

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Braille Menus: Unblind Dining for Vision-impaired Consumers

Braille menus are often lacking at many restaurants. Check out KaTom's tips and resources to improve menu accessibility at your venue.

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The Future of Ghost Kitchens

What are ghost kitchens? In KaTom's article, you can learn more about these delivery concepts and how they fit into the restaurant landscape.

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The Best Culinary Schools for You

Discover the best culinary schools from the experts at KaTom. Learn what a culinary school is, how much it costs, and how to get into a program.

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ADA Website Accessibility & Your Restaurant

The FDA's Section 508 Coordinator, Rita Harrison, speaks on restaurants and ADA web accessibility. Learn how to improve your website here.

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6 Menu Design Tips to Increase Profits

Want to create a menu that increases profits? Take these tips into consideration for your restaurant's next menu design.

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The Best States to Open a Restaurant

Which are the best states to open a restaurant? Check out the data and find a market need for your business with KaTom's infographic!

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Rental Kitchen Rules

When it comes to renting commercial kitchen space, the golden rule – do unto others as you would have them do to you – applies to renters and rentees.

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Cleaning vs. Sanitizing

An easy-to-understand guide to cleaning vs. sanitizing, as well as the ways that each method should be used to keep a restaurant safe.

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New High Chair Regulations in 2019

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is implementing new regulations in June 2019 for high chair safety. Read the new requirements here.

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3 Benefits of Using Tablecloths in Your Restaurant

While tablecloths are typically considered decorations, they also have practical uses. Here are 3 reasons to consider using tablecloths in your restaurant.

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Ensuring ADA Compliance in Foodservice Facilities

Complying with ADA guidelines may take some (mostly simple) work, but it can mean opening your doors to millions of potential customers.

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Requirements for Gloves & Hair Nets in Restaurants

If your cooks aren't wearing gloves and hair nets, your restaurant could be violating the FDA Food Code's requirements for employee hygiene.

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Tips for Your Open Kitchen Restaurant

Open kitchen restaurants are trendy, but there are a few operational logistics to consider before committing to a renovation.

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Dining Room Acoustics

Managing the noise level in your restaurant is an important part of creating an atmosphere that customers will enjoy and want to return to.

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Restaurant Dumpster Dangers

Dumpsters and waste management are often pain points for restaurateurs. From employee theft to fires, we cover how to navigate potential dumpster dangers.

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Building or Renovating Your Commercial Kitchen

Whether your restaurant is a new build or a renovation, you'll need to know how to properly order and install your commercial kitchen equipment.

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Wash, Rinse, and Sanitize with Three-compartment Sinks

Learn FDA guidelines for using a 3-compartment sink in your restaurant. Follow correct wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures with required temperatures.

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Why You Should Limit Your Menu for Valentine's

Consider the Valentine's prix fixe menu: A potential lifesaver for local eateries, making the kitchen and the customers happy.

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Is Your Dining Room ADA-compliant?

A guide that breaks down the requirements for restaurant dining room furniture under the 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards.

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Information on Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety

Helpful information and links to resources related to the restaurant inspection process, restaurant grades, health laws, and food safety issues.

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Busting Food Waste Disposer Myths

Food waste disposers are, contrary to popular myths, an economical and environmentally friendly way of disposing of food waste.

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Access Food Safety Resources on FoodSafety.gov

FoodSafety.gov is managed by several government agencies, providing food safety information and resources for businesses and consumers.

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Foodservice Equipment Certifications

Learning about food equipment certifications regarding sanitation, safety, and energy efficiency can help you make informed decisions.