Inspiration and Information for your Tabletop

Since the onset of COVID-19, the state of foodservice in healthcare facilities changed dramatically. We went from the early days of the pandemic when patients were isolated to prevent the spread of the disease (and everything that entailed from a foodservice delivery perspective), to today's landscape which is more challenging due to labor issues.

Ever heard of a Nick & Nora glass? Who are Nick and Nora anyway, and why are we talking about them in a blog about glassware? What cocktails are best suited for this glass style, and why is it named after two personalities from literary and film history? There's a lot to unpack here, so let's start with a brief history of Nick and Nora, the characters.

Poolside dining is one of the joys of summer and warm-weather months. For guests, it provides an opportunity to dine in a relaxed yet vibrant setting. For operators, that translates to an ability to attract and delight those customers. It's a win/win we've come to enjoy each year as winter winds down.

In recent years, the resurgence of classic cocktails has taken the mixology scene by storm, with cocktail bars across the globe embracing timeless concoctions like the Hemingway Daiquiri and the Sazerac. This revival isn't just about nostalgia, though. It also reflects consumers' growing appreciation for craftsmanship and authenticity in their drinks, as well as fresh interpretations of what the classics can ultimately be.

Every December, we get to read all the interesting articles about what to expect in the coming year. Food trends, flavor profiles, equipment innovations to look for, and even the best new tabletop -- all of these are part of our industry's canon of content as we enter the new year. There's one trend, though, that always stands out to us here at BauscherHepp.

There's no doubt Americans and Europeans do things differently. From the metric system to the fingers we use when counting, we have many idiosyncrasies that comprise our overall cultural canons. But perhaps nothing divides our cultures more than our dining habits.

The past year has been marked by successful showcases and events for BauscherHepp, each contributing to our mission of fostering excellence on the tabletop in the foodservice and hospitality industry.

For as long as humans have been eating, they’ve needed a utensil to scoop up the food. Sometimes, cupping your hands just didn’t do the trick, as it was inefficient, messy, and unhygienic. That’s why the spoon took its rightful spot on the dinner table.

The importance of sustainability in the foodservice and hospitality industries cannot be overstated. Sustainability saves us money by reducing spending and waste. It helps our environment. And it also gives us a public relations advantage over competing operations that don't care about efforts to be "green."

One of our top food trends to watch in 2020 is the increasing popularity of low to no-alcohol beverages and the restaurants that make them.