Industry Information
Explore the causes of stainless steel corrosion in ice makers and ways to prevent it. Learn how to maintain and extend the life of your equipment.
Learn about NSF certification and its importance in budget foodservice equipment. Find NSF-certified supplies to enhance performance and safety.
Compare R134a and R290 refrigerants, including operating pressures, environmental impact, safety, and whether R290 can replace R134a.
A national survey reveals the best fast-food fries, which chain ranked highest, and why crispiness, heat, and fry style drive consumer preference.
Discover kitchen equipment recommended by professional chefs in 2026, from commercial ranges and refrigeration to prep tools trusted in busy kitchens.
Fine dining restaurants rely on professional, attentive service. Master the art of hospitality with KaTom's guide to fine dining server etiquette.
Discover the essential steps to writing a food truck business plan and important factors to consider before starting your mobile food business.
Learn about the licenses and permits needed to open a food truck and how to prepare your mobile food business to pass permitting inspections.
Foodservice workers struggle with mental health. KaTom highlights The Burnt Chef Project's work to overcome the stigma and hardship of restaurant burnout.
Looking for cheaper restaurant equipment? Find discounted scratch and dent appliances from leading brands at KaTom.
Foodservice warehouses require numerous permits to operate. Learn about the required and optional permits needed to license your operation.
Learn how to bolster your establishment's food safety plan with our breakdown of the seven HACCP principles and sample HACCP plan
Learn all about food safety management for restaurants and the best health practices that keep your operation free from common food hazards.
High-quality tabletop supplies from World Tableware and Syracuse China will now be produced under one brand: Libbey. Learn more about the rebranding here.
Building the right bar can make or break a business. Expert bar designer Troy Clarke tells KaTom how the Krowne ambassador program & BarFlex 3D can help.
Commercial ice machines may be marketed as ADA compliant or ADA certified, which can be confusing. Learn more about ADA-compliant ice makers at KaTom.
Restaurateurs are concerned about bans on natural gas, while environmentalists advocate for legislation. Learn more about natural gas bans at KaTom.
With more than 70 years in the foodservice industry, Server has produced innovative portion control and point-of-use equipment for quick-service restaurants.
FIFO – or "first in, first out" – is a food storage system that maintains the quality of ingredients in cold and dry storage. Learn more about it at KaTom.
KaTom discusses food truck tips for operators and explores how the trend changed the food service industry.
Learn how to mix business with politics in the foodservice industry and how to improve relations with your local community from KaTom.
KaTom offers five tips on how operators can increase alcohol sales and grow a profitable beverage service in restaurants and bars.
Nutrition labeling requirements have evolved in recent years. KaTom covers the facts on FDA rules for restaurant nutrition information.
Learn more about food adulteration in restaurants across the country and how to avoid it in your establishment at KaTom.