Classics Remain Crowd-Pleasers Across Generations Ask most people what their favorite restaurant dish is, and you’ll likely hear about long-standing classics like meatloaf, chicken parmesan, or fish and chips. These familiar flavors have graced menus for decades thanks to their craveable taste and texture combinations. The crispy breading on the chicken, the tangy tomato sauce,…
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The History of the Restaurant Business
Early Origins The concept of a commercial dining establishment first emerged in Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Thermopolia were popular in Ancient Rome, functioning as ancient food and drink stands. Some thermopolia even provided entertainment like gambling and prostitution. These eateries paved the way for early inns, taverns, and coffeehouses to become gathering places in…
Secrets Behind the Scenes of Large Restaurant Chains
Streamlining Processes Leads to Cutting Corners The uniforms look crisp, the menus slick, but behind the curtain, fast food and casual dining chains harbor many shortcuts. With pressure from corporate HQ to drive profits, local managers and staff constantly balance speed and quality. This leads to defrosted patties, pre-made soups, microwaved sides, and synthetic ingredients….
Giants of the Culinary World: Legendary Master Chefs
What elevates a gifted cook to a legendary chef whose name becomes synonymous with culinary brilliance? For a select few chefs, the answer lies in how they revolutionized dining through both technical skill and boundary-pushing creativity. These giants of cuisine not only crafted iconic dishes. They also built lasting foundations for global culinary arts. Joël…