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One restaurant owner’s guide to thriving in winter

One restaurant owner’s guide to thriving in winter

While some restaurant owners dread a winter drop in custom, Billy Crombie is longing for snow so she can dip into her swag of marketing tactics and make the most of the chilly weather.

Aug 14, 2024

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I Should be Souvlaki

I Should be Souvlaki

Greek souvlaki, cherished as the ultimate fast food, boasts succulent pork or chicken marinated in flavorful herbs, wrapped in a cone with creamy tzatziki, lettuce, onion, and tomato, a delectable blend symbolizing Greece's culinary pride in freshness and simplicity.

May 20, 2024

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Regis Aged Care's National Catering Manager: MELINDA BEILBY

Regis Aged Care's National Catering Manager: MELINDA BEILBY

Melinda Beilby, Regis Aged Care's National Catering Manager, navigates the challenge of creating nutritious meals for aged care residents, prioritizing their preferences and cherished recipes, while embracing time-saving solutions like Simplot's bite-sized vegetables to streamline kitchen operations.

May 20, 2024

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Why Frozen Food IS FABULOUS

Why Frozen Food IS FABULOUS

Frozen food emerges as a game-changer for businesses, offering nutrition, waste reduction, labor efficiency, menu cost stability, and a platform for culinary creativity through the speed scratch movement.

May 20, 2024

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The Melting Pot: in conversation with David White

The Melting Pot: in conversation with David White

David White, Simplot’s Culinary Innovation Manager, explores how Australian chefs blend diverse cultural influences, embracing experimentation in cooking, with products like Leggo’s Napoli Sauce enabling chefs to customize traditional recipes, reflecting Australia's unique culinary landscape.

May 20, 2024

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Faster Foods: Exceptional Meals at the Speed of Life

Faster Foods: Exceptional Meals at the Speed of Life

Faster Foods: Elevating Convenience in Dining Trends for 2024. Embrace technology with online ordering and AI, craft handy eats for on-the-go consumers and optimize efficiency for exceptional meals at the speed of life.

May 20, 2024

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Australia's got (hospo) talent: Recruiting and retaining great hospo staff

Australia's got (hospo) talent: Recruiting and retaining great hospo staff

In the post-COVID era, hospitality venues must adapt to shorter work weeks and offer benefits like free uniforms and mental health support to address staff shortages, while utilizing recruitment firms and fostering relationships with local educational institutions to retain talent.

May 20, 2024

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Making Cooking a Snap with Frozen Foods

Making Cooking a Snap with Frozen Foods

Dale Lyman, a cookery teacher at William Angliss Institute, extols the virtues of frozen foods in professional kitchens, emphasizing their quality, consistency, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

May 20, 2024

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The Efficient Kitchen

The Efficient Kitchen

Efficiency in the kitchen is crucial for success. Tips include optimizing layout and inventory, updating menus for cost-effectiveness, using frozen and shelf-stable products, reducing waste, and empowering staff through training and teamwork.

May 20, 2024

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