| How Will You Keep Costs Down as Food Prices Continue to Rise? |
Food prices have increased sharply in the last year and continue to rise at an alarming rate. The increases are being called the largest in 20 years and many experts say there is no end in sight for the rising costs. The price of food has always increased and decreased in cycles, but the latest increase is due to many factors, according to this article.
Many operators are struggling with passing the increase on to consumers or cutting profits. However, these are not the only options. Many operators in all levels of food service are finding creative ways around price increases. Check out this article to find out some ways to cope with the ever rising prices. Here are a few more suggestions. |
| At Sheraton Braintree, Tom Connaughton Brings City Flair to the Suburbs |
 At Sheraton Braintree, Executive Chef Tom Connaughton is trying to bring a touch of downtown flair to the suburbs. As he celebrates one year in the position this month, he has successfully changed the banquet and restaurant menus at the hotel, as well as the way banquets are displayed.
"I'm trying to get away from traditional dishes and do something a little more modern," he said. "Downtown it seems that smaller is better and it's more appealing on the eye." Continue to the rest of the story |
Progressive Gourmet will be exhibiting at the ACF National Convention tradeshow in Las Vegas, July 15-16. Stop by booth #612 to check us out. We'll have some delicious new products and some old favorites for you to try.
