The menu labeling mandate seemed like the rollercoaster ride that would never end. Since being formally announced in 2010, the federal menu labeling regulations have had anything but a smooth introduction. Despite pushback from the…
An increasing number of people today are committed to eating vegan or vegetarian diets and many more are interested in eating vegetarian dishes at least some of the time. Mushrooms offer a unique array of…
In part one of this series, I discussed several legislative measures state and local municipalities have taken in regard to the improvement of allergen-awareness within the restaurant space. Through our AllerTrain™ certification courses, we have…
AllerTrain™ is the leading training program for restaurants today. Introduce three years ago, the first of its kind in the food service industry specifically training regarding food allergies, Celiac disease and best in class solutions…
The holiday season is a busy time of year for everyone including restaurants, which is exactly why restaurants need to be on high alert for their customers with food allergies. Mistakes may be more likely…
Boy, I wish I had a crystal ball. For more than three years I've been discussing menu labeling and just when I think menu labeling legislation is about to pass, I'm still waiting, as are…
Is coconut milk all it’s cracked up to be? It has been labeled a healthy alternative to regular dairy, but proceed with caution. One cup of coconut milk has 550 calories and 250% of your…
Starbucks and King County Menu Labeling study food for thought: Consumers who opt for low-calorie items spend the same How do menu labels affect a restaurant’s bottom line? When faced with calorie counts on a…
Allergen and Gluten Free Training for your staff: We know your restaurant is seeing between 1 to 3 requests a day for a special ingredient question, a special diet request or asking for deep details…
By some estimates, at least 80% of the population is on some sort of medication or over-the-counter drug. And while plenty of attention is paid to the potential adverse side effects of mixing drug with…