Best Pizza. Best Chef. Best Local Restaurant. Best Casual Restaurant. The people of Laredo showed their love and support for 550 Pizzeria when they voted for it in the 2023 Laredo Morning Times Readers Choice Awards. That’s not surprising considering owner Janet Zapata’s commitment to the pizza industry and to her community.
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.
In independent restaurants, time is at a premium. Between purchasing and inventory, menu planning, food prep and meal service, it can be taxing for kitchen staff to keep up with daily tasks. Regular and thorough cleaning, however, is non-negotiable — including food prep equipment.
