Commercial kitchens come in all sizes, but it’s not uncommon for independent restaurants to have smaller ones. According to Webstaurant, commercial kitchens range from 500 to 2,000 square feet with anything less than 500 square feet considered small. That space comes with certain advantages and disadvantages.
Artisan bread has always been at the heart of Bakehouse Bread & Cookie Company in Troy, Ohio. The bakery has been in business for 27 years with Bryan Begg, head baker and owner, purchasing it from his mother and founder, Margaret Begg in January 2020. With the pandemic hitting shortly after, Begg faced similar challenges that other bakeries and restaurants did. Fortunately, a loyal customer base...
When prepping fruits, vegetables or meats or mixing ingredients, food safety is a top priority. Food processors, mixers, meat slicers, mixer-grinders and saws require thorough cleaning and sanitizing on a regular basis to minimize the risk of cross contamination and foodborne illness. For the best results, it’s important to have equipment with features that simplify the process.
