Unconventional Holiday Offerings For Gifting And Off-Premise

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Restaurants are beginning to prepare for the colder season –  they are seeking out heat lamps and other seasonal amenities to help maintain outdoor dining revenue that meets customer comfort levels. With this seasonal shift comes holiday celebrations and the innovations that need to be made in order to safely see them through. Gift sets […]

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House Pickling For Craft Flair

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“I’ve been experimenting with spice blends, adding them to pickled items and grilled meats to give them a different, unique flavor profile.” Sterling Silver Chef Barry Miles digs into how pickling vegetables in-house can bring distinct freshness to a plate– but these tangy garnishes can offer more than a touch of acidity. These punchy additions […]

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Maximizing Profits with Versatile, Premium Beef Cuts

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Versatile, hard working beef cuts can help you better manage inventory while maximizing margins. Traditionally, cuts like tenderloin, top sirloin, and prime rib are known for their center-of-plate, dinner applications. Offering these cuts in starters, small plates, and more can make them work harder for your kitchen while charging a premium price to your customer. […]

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Unique Executions For Your Takeout Menus

Close up of steak in takeout packaging

According to Sterling Silver Chef Bradley Borchardt, it’s still important to “understand your brand and see how you can create food that is approachable and travels well but maintains brand integrity.” Your takeout execution should still target the kind of customers that you welcome with dine-in services. “If your traditional menu items aren’t travel-friendly, try […]

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Tackling Takeout Packaging

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Customer-favorites are not always travel-friendly. The proper packaging can help meet your customers’ demands and maintain your standard of quality. Sterling Silver Chef Bradley Borchardt understands that selecting packaging options can get particularly difficult when items are fried, breaded, or covered in sauce.“It’s important to be flexible with your typical methods of packaging to ensure […]

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Customize Compound Butter Flavors to Enhance a Steak

Bavette steak

Creating a compound butter provides a simple and tasty way to complement and customize any steak on your menu. Guests will love the rich addition of butter and the punch of flavor from the spices, chilis or herbs you choose. Get inspired by these flavors and combinations, including: Black garlic Lime and ancho chili Piquillo […]

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Transform Your Tacos with Brisket

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Create signature gourmet tacos with Sterling Silver brisket and wow your guests. Where will you take it? … BBQ brisket tacos? Smoked brisket tacos with lime mayo? Potato, poblano & brisket tacos? With the popularity of tacos staying strong, brisket is a delicious and versatile way to add a little sophistication. Pulling in your own […]

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Herb-Forward Toppings Add Interest to Beef

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The Modern Steakhouse is all about bold flavors. Use herbs to add an extra punch of flavor to your dish – as toppings, they add texture and variety. Try using these herb-forward toppings to accompany your beef dishes: Fried Italian parsley Brown butter-fried sage Fried basil leaves Gremolata Wild garlic-mustard chimichurri […]

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