The Story Behind the Writer

Having hustled more than 20 years through every nook of food & beverage — from dive bars to four-diamond hotels, to barback, sales rep, and barista — Briana Rupel now lives to tell the tales. Her well-rounded experience and passion for the industry means she researches trends for fun and can spot a gimmick a mile away. Her current obsessions are coffee alternatives, NA mixology, candle making, and recently (gulp!) sourdough.

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The Total Package

Locking in new catering trends as well as more sustainable — yet durable — serving dishes and packaging will be essential in hosting successful — and memorable — events all summer long.

Rake in the Dough

In the restaurant game, it’s always essential to take stock of where you can make your ingredients multi-task. And pizza products are among the most versatile out there!

Simplified Sweets

Save precious time and labor by indulging in high-quality, fully prepared, and ready-to-serve desserts. It just might be the sweetest thing you can bring to the table.

Talkin’ Tomatoes

Here’s what's trending on the vine to help you find the best fit for your kitchen.

Staff It Up!

With help from One Source Solution Partners, you can keep staff morale amped, optimize labor costs, and retain quality team members — creating even more momentum for the future.

Tortilla Touchdown

With football season in full swing and epic playoffs on the horizon, it's time to start planning a win for supreme gameday snacking!

12 Days of Performance

Embrace the magic of the season, inspired by the 12 Days of Performance! Discover inspiration for your holiday celebrations through fresh ideas, recipes, LTOs, and exciting new products.

Valuing Our Veterans

Being a leader in the foodservice industry presents many ways to give back and show gratitude to not only veterans in our community but also to those who may work alongside us as well.

Off-Site, On Point

Dial into these details to ensure every meal that's unwrapped this season retains maximum quality that’s fit for a grand celebration.

Delivery on Demand

Read on to see what's new in the world of delivery and how you can most efficiently master this sector of the industry.

The Fruit of Your Labor

It's perhaps most important to celebrate the real reason Labor Day exists — to appreciate your hardworking staff.

Road Trippin’ on Restaurant-Quality

Ensure your menu can offer items suitable for travel, and you'll be a saving grace to those dining on the highway.

Summer Sleigh

Throwing an over-the-top Christmas in July celebration could be a fun and unexpected way to switch up the scene and excite the public with unique specials, LTOs, and of course… gifts!

Right on ‘Cue

Readymade BBQ options are the perfect choice to tap into the market without overhauling your kitchen or business.

Clean Your Plate

Whether you have a patio to prep or a menu to rejuvenate, spring is the time to optimize operations for the busy summer ahead!

Guac Talk

It’s the creamy, versatile mash at the center of any gathering — find out how guacamole gets the party started.

The Flippin’ Best

While there's always room for a classic, experimenting with trendy toppings or styles is a great way to make your menu stand out and intrigue diners looking for something a little more worthy of the 'Gram.

Planetary Plans

With Earth Day right around the corner — now's the perfect time to highlight sustainable items on your menu.

Slice of Pi

Read on for tips on how to celebrate this number essential to measuring circles (and Egyptian pyramids!) — don't worry, no studying necessary.

Spring for Seafood

It’s a great time for seafood specials. Check out upcoming promo ideas.

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