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Outlook for 2022
By all accounts, 2022 is the year of the comeback for the catering and events industry. Yet after a tumultuous 2020 and 2021, stumbling blocks remain—such as the ongoing labor shortage. To get a sense of where we are and where we’re going, CFE asked six industry executives to share what they’re seeing in the…
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The Cost of an Hour
For good reason, industry observers and foodservice professionals have spent months standing at attention for signs of an emerging recovery: resumed corporate events, larger group gatherings, the green…
National Restaurant Association Releases What’s Hot Culinary Forecast
What do chefs think the hottest culinary trend will be in 2022? The top five answers of chefs surveyed by the National Restaurant Association are: SustainabilityPlant-based foodsComfort foodsHealthy…
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Plant-Based Revolution
Back in 2008, when Cristina Carolan launched Chef Veggie, her plant-based personal chef service in Austin, Texas, she admits, “It was a…
How to Sell Your Catering Company, Part II
As consultants specializing in the catering industry, one of the most frequent questions we are asked is: How do I go about…
The Far-Reaching Benefits of CFE Training
Not only do CFE Training online courses educate your employees, they help you stand out from the crowd By Sara Perez Webber…
Saying “I-Do’s” with Big To-Dos
Ring the bells and strike up the band—big weddings are back, and couples are getting ready to splurge as they tie the…
One Glass at a Time
The owner of Sunshine Mill Winery in The Dalles, Ore., Martin came up with the idea for single-serve premium wine while exploring…
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Outlook for 2022
By all accounts, 2022 is the year of the comeback for the catering and events industry. Yet after a tumultuous 2020 and 2021, stumbling blocks remain—such as the ongoing labor shortage. To get a sense of where we…
Catering Outlook for 2021
In the May/June 2020 issue, Catering Magazine asked seven seasoned caterers how they were “Weathering the Storm” in our cover story about the devastating business impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Catering Magazine is now… Catering, Foodservice & Events
For years, Catering Magazine has been distributed to foodservice professionals well beyond the catering industry. The breadth of our content, as well as our strong partnerships with many trade shows and conferences across the U.S., have steadily increased…
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From Surplus to Sustenance
On March 12, Chowgirls Killer Catering in Minneapolis had been planning to celebrate its 16th anniversary with a party for more than 400 guests. Instead—as the COVID-19 crisis sent shockwaves through the country—the company canceled the celebration and…
Association Reports: Restaurant Industry Has Lost Two-Thirds of Workforce
National Restaurant Association Calls for Congress to Enact “Blueprint for Recovery” to Help Industry Survive From beloved corner diners, to favorite independent restaurants to well-known chains, the entire restaurant industry has lost two-thirds of its workforce, more than eight…
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Free Training Modules from ServSafe Address Takeout and Delivery Safety
ServSafe, the National Restaurant Association’s food safety training program, has released two new training videos online to reinforce safe food handling during the coronavirus outbreak. In addition, to support restaurant workers on the front line, ServSafe is making…
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MEIKO Dishwashing Machines Render Newest Coronavirus Harmless, According to Virologist
Germany-based HygCen—an internationally recognized and accredited test laboratory for medical devices, disinfectants and similar products—has certified that coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) is inactivated after one wash cycle in a MEIKO dishwashing machine. “The pathogens do not cause any problems for…
CaterZen Modifies Software Tools to Help Caterers and Restaurants with Food Delivery
In an effort to mitigate the sales impact of the coronavirus pandemic, CaterZen has modified its catering software tools to enable caterers and restaurants to focus on online ordering and food delivery. “A lot of our clients have…
