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Puerto Rican: Island Flavors

 Dec. 13, 2010

Although Puerto Rican cuisine shares similarities with that of other Latin and Caribbean countries, it boasts some unique characteristics. The island is a melting pot of Spanish, African and Amerind...

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Promises, promises

 By Paul King on Dec. 13, 2010

First of all, I just want to state how happy I am that Congress finally stepped up and made an effort toward giving school foodservice operators the money they need to make school meals healthier. The $4.5 billion pledged over 10 years may not solve all of the problems operators face, but it certainly is a start.

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A Taste of Tomorrow’s Trends

Dec. 13, 2010

Whispers of optimism are filling the dining-sphere as we embark on a new year. There’s no question that a different reality still permeates the restaurant scene, with value remaining a high priority...

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Back-of-the-house Savings

Dec. 13, 2010

When it comes to this year’s crop of new products, once again it’s all about “green.” Of course, “green” means products that are energy savers or environmentally friendly. But you can also think of ...

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GPOs: Strength in numbers

Dec. 10, 2010

According to a Technomic study, about 17% of mostly non-commercial operations purchase through a group purchasing organization. While there is value to be found in participating with a GPO giant, some...

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PNC Eco Bistro Features LEED Design Elements

Dec. 10, 2010

PITTSBURGH—Natural glass and quartz countertops made from 85% recycled bottles and bamboo walls are just a few of the features of the new PNC Eco Bistro, located in the Allegheny Center Mall. Serv...

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Renovation Brings Green Touches to CSU

Dec. 08, 2010

FORT COLLINS, Colo.— At 26,500-student Colorado State University, a $3.8 million renovation at Braiden Dining Center brought not only display cooking, more seating and new food concepts to the cente...

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Deadline for Goldies nominations extended

Dec. 08, 2010

Dec. 8—The deadline for nominations to FoodService Director and the Culinary Institute of America's 1st Goldies Awards has been extended to December 31. FoodService Director and The Culinary Institut...

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A doggone disgrace

By Paul King on Dec. 06, 2010

Let’s file this news story under the arguments in favor of universal free lunch. I found the article particularly interesting because, years ago as a reporter for the Washington (Pa.) Observer-Reporter, I used to cover this school district.

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Rick Johnson hired at Duke

Dec. 03, 2010

Dec. 3—Rick Johnson has been named assistant vice president of housing and dining services at Duke University in Durham, N.C, Duke officials announced Dec 2. He will assume his new post Jan 31. Johns...

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