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A collection of menu planning ideas for foodservice operators.

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Three Takes On: Tacos

 Jan. 10, 2014

Three Takes On offers several different versions of the same classic dish. This month: Tacos.

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Veggies take center stage

 By Marygrace Taylor on Jan. 10, 2014

Cutting back on meat is a cost-saving, healthful tactic for many operators. 

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Growers’ Insights: Rice is an affordable gluten-free grain

By Michele Deppe on Jan. 10, 2014

Government food policy and the popularity of healthful foods are helping America’s rice growers. 

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Beverages: Brewing up sales

By Kate Parham Kordsmeier on Jan. 06, 2014

Looking to expand your beverage portfolio? Consider specialty teas—a “no-brainer, as it’s an easy and inexpensive way to provide something local,” says Justin Johnson, executive chef at the Watertown Regional Medical Center, in Wis

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The Pacific Northwest

By Kate Parham Kordsmeier on Dec. 30, 2013

“Pacific Northwest cuisine is not as easily defined as other regions in the country,” says Scott Clagett, executive chef at Lewis & Clark College, in Portland, Ore. Gitta Grether-Sweeney, director of nutrition services for Portland Public

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Three Takes On: Chili

Dec. 23, 2013

Three Takes On offers several different versions of the same classic dish. This month: Chili.

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Second Annual Culinary Competition Slated for MenuDirections 2014

Dec. 19, 2013

FoodService Director is gearing up for its second annual culinary competition, scheduled for Monday, Feb. 24, 2014, during MenuDirections 2014 in Charlotte, N.C. 

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December 2013: Recipes

Dec. 19, 2013

Click through a Snapshots of all the recipes for the December 2013 issue. This month features Pacific Northwest specialties and tomato-based menu items.

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Signature Series: Barbecue

Dec. 17, 2013

Whether you're from Texas, Kansas, Memphis or North Carolina, barbecue is a big customer draw, especially when served carved to order, like it's done at DD's BBQ at Dell's headquarters in Round Rock, Texas.

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Feeling saucy

By Lindsey Ramsey on Dec. 17, 2013

Operators get creative to make tomato sauces their own.

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