Month: March 2014

With more people of Irish descent living in the U.S. than in Ireland itself,1 St. Patrick’s Day has become a widely celebrated holiday for everyone in this country – Irish or not. This March, with green-themed recipes for delicious drinks and desserts from McCormick, you won’t need the luck o’ the Irish to bring their spirit to any celebration. …

Fresh Avocados topped the “prominent produce” category to capture “2013 Ingredient Of the Year” in the Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators Conference (MUFSO) “State of the Plate” presentation.* So it’s no surprise that Fresh California Avocados are finding their way into the hottest new breakfast items. Trend predictions keep breakfast on the foodservice radar, especially ethnically-inspired dishes.** …

The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) announced the winners of the 2014 Silver Plate Awards, the foodservice industry's most coveted operator awards. From among the eight winners, each representing their respective segment of foodservice operations, one will be named the 2014 IFMA Gold Plate Award winner at the 60th Annual Gold & Silver Plate Celebration, May 19, 2014 in Chicago, Ill. …

McAlister's Deli and The Produce Mom announce the launch of “Produce Mom Picks” to help consumers enjoy more fresh produce while dining out. Customers at Indiana’s sixteen McAlister’s Deli locations will benefit from The Produce Mom Picks Menu to help choose some of McAlister’s items that use fresh fruits and vegetables. As part of this program, the Fruit or Veggie side is now included in the price of a kids meal! …

Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam joined Audubon Park Elementary School students Friday for a lunchtime competition that encourages healthy eating. In addition, Commissioner Putnam demonstrated Nutrislice, an app for tablets and smart phones that features school breakfast and lunch menus. …