Be honest! Do you really like gagging down an overcooked piece of meat just because you "followed directions"? Are your steaks closely emulating well-beaten shoe leather? I have Good News! You're about to embark on a journey that will lead your grilling to a new level!
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Phyllo Demystified
One of the hardest elements of Greek cooking is getting pastry using Phyllo (or 'fillo') Dough right. This article cuts through the fog and shows how easy working with phyllo dough really is.
Properly Seasoning a Wok - Method 2
So you're a proud owner of a brand new wok. What's next? The first step if its a conventional wok is to season it. But what's the best, fastest way? Here's your solution!
Properly Seasoning a Wok - Method 1
WOW! Here's that brand, spanking new wok sitting on your counter. You're eager to start. But the instructions say, "Before using, please season the wok". Here's a foolproof way to season your new acquisition.
Five New Ways To Use Aged Balsamic Vinegar
In the culinary world, there are always constantly changing trends in flavors and styles. As the publics openness to new and unique flavors widens, so to must the dishes and chefs who produce them change too. However, despite all the changes, some things always remain the same. The use of quality ingredients for example. Here are five new ways to use aged balsamic vinegar.
5 Essential Tips For Grilling During Winter
Planning to serve grilled food this Holiday season? Follow these 5 useful tips for winter grilling and you're sure to enjoy a hot barbecue even when it's snowing!
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Why Are Restaurants' Profit Margins So Low
and is a part of daily life in America with 57 percent of us eating at a restaurant at
least once a week. In fact, for the first time in recorded history,
U.S. Consumers are spending more money at restaurants than at grocery stores.
With the restaurant industry growing and becoming
more prevalent every year, here are 5 things you need to know about the restaurant industry:
Number one: In 2016 there were more than 1 million restaurant locations in the U.S. And
they generate annual sales of $780 billion. Number two: According to the U.S. Bureau of
Labor Statistics, in 2017 the restaurant industry employed 12 million peopleenough to fill
Chicagos Soldier Field almost two hundred times over.
Number three: 425,000 of the 1 million restaurants
located in the U.S. Are either independently owned or ran by a franchiseewhich means
many of these establishments are considered small businesses. You see, while franchised restaurants are
associated with a larger corporate body, the franchisee who owns and operates the establishment is not much different than the mom-and-pop diner down the street. Number four: The average profit margin for
U.S.
Restaurants usually hovers between 4 and 6 percentmeaning for every dollar in
sales, the business owner only collects 4 to 6 cents. However, profit margins have historically
been known to drop to as low as 1.4 Percent. Number five: 33 percent of restaurant revenue
goes towards paying wages, which means that government mandated increases in the entry-level
wage can be really hurt an independent restaurant owner or franchisee. A business owner can only raise prices so
much before customers start going away.
The restaurant industry plays a vital role
in both the lives of ordinary Americans and the U.S. Economy..
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