Balancing Efficiency & Guest Experience as Demand Picks Up
Balancing Efficiency & Guest Experience as Demand Picks Up The fall rush is here across Sonoma County. November brings cooler weather and wine country tourists to Rohnert Park. The Sonoma County Harvest Fair celebrates the region’s agricultural bounty. Moreover, Thanksgiving week fills wineries and restaurants throughout Napa and Sonoma valleys. Additionally, holiday parties begin early […]
Boost Efficiency This Fall: High-Volume Cooking with Energy and Labor Savings in Mind
Boost Efficiency This Fall: High-Volume Cooking with Energy and Labor Savings in Mind The fall rush is here across Sonoma County and Northern California’s Wine Country. From the Sonoma Harvest Fair to Oktoberfest celebrations in Petaluma and fall weddings at scenic vineyard venues, October brings a surge in catering demand. Restaurants and caterers are facing […]
Get Ready for Catering and Banquet Season
Get Ready for Catering and Banquet Season As catering and banquet season approaches, operators in restaurants, hotels, schools, and institutions are gearing up for high-volume service. Success during these busy months depends on having the right equipment. This equipment must deliver consistency, speed, and reliability. It doesn’t matter the size of the crowd you’re serving. Investing in […]
Food Safety Month: Smart Equipment Choices for Safer Kitchens
Food Safety Month: Smart Equipment Choices for Safer Kitchens Every September, Food Safety Month serves as a crucial reminder that safe food handling isn’t just a best practice—it’s a responsibility that defines your operation’s success. Whether you operate a restaurant, café, coffee shop, or school cafeteria, having the right commercial kitchen equipment and food safety […]
School Kitchen Solutions: Essential Equipment for a Successful School Year
School Kitchen Solutions: Essential Equipment for a Successful School Year The school year approaches quickly. Having the right kitchen equipment makes all the difference. Your cafeteria needs to run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Whether you feed hundreds of students daily or support multiple meal programs, the right tools are essential. They help you serve healthy, […]
Smart Displays & Shelving: Essential Merchandising Solutions That Drive Sales
Smart Displays & Shelving: Essential Merchandising Solutions That Drive Sales Commercial foodservice success depends on effective product presentation. Merchandising and shelving solutions drive impulse purchases. They also maximize floor space. Plus, they ensure efficient back-of-house operations. Leading manufacturers create smart solutions for diverse needs: True Manufacturing – Energy-efficient display cases Quantum Storage Systems – […]
Commercial Fryer Equipment Guide: Essential Fryers and Warmers for Modern Kitchens
Commercial Fryer Equipment Guide: Essential Fryers and Warmers for Modern Kitchens Fried foods dominate menus across nearly every foodservice segment today. From fast casual to fine dining, these items drive customer satisfaction. Whether it’s crispy fries, golden chicken, or hand-battered onion rings, success depends on reliable equipment. Consistently excellent fried food requires efficient, easy-to-maintain fryers. […]
Boosting Bar Efficiency with Underbar Glasswashers: A Guide for Busy Bars
Essential Underbar Glasswasher Solutions for Maximum Bar Performance In a bustling bar, clean, spotless glassware is as important as the quality of the drinks you serve. The speed and efficiency of your glasswashing process can significantly impact your operations, customer satisfaction, and bottom line. Investing in a high-quality underbar glasswasher is a game-changer, allowing bars […]
Commercial Food Safety Month: Enhancing Kitchen Safety with Cutting Boards and Handwash Stations
Food safety is paramount for every professional in the commercial kitchen space, from restaurant owners to kitchen staff. With Food Safety Month upon us here in September, it’s the perfect time to review key practices and equipment that help maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety. Cutting boards and handwash stations are two critical […]
Commercial Food Safety Month: Ensuring a Safe and Healthy Kitchen Environment
Food safety is a top priority for restaurant owners, kitchen staff, and all professionals in the commercial kitchen space. As September is National Food Safety Month, we here at Castino Restaurant Design,Equipment & Supply think it is crucial to revisit best practices and ensure that your kitchen is equipped with the right tools to maintain […]
