Welcome to the Pace Reps Foodservice Equipment Blog

Many restaurants are searching for ways to reduce their energy bills while increasing their sustainability. With rising energy prices and increased consumer demand for restaurants that reduce their carbon footprint, ENERGY STAR ratings are more important than ever. And with the RATIONAL iCombi Pro, which recently received the updated ENERGY STAR 3.0 rating, foodservice businesses can get food served quicker while helping the environment and their bottom line. 

A great design is always important when you're talking about increasing efficiency and profitability in a commercial kitchen, especially as it relates to foodservice equipment. When it comes to walk-in coolers and freezers, the same concepts apply.

Well-organized walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers or dry storage areas are not optional when it comes to running a successful foodservice operation. From healthcare facilities to school kitchens, and from five-star restaurants to diners, no matter the size of the operation, a busy food service facility cannot afford to not be well-organized in these critical areas. 

Providing foodservice within a healthcare facility can be a large task. Responsible for not only feeding patients and residents who have specific dietary needs, healthcare institutions also often must prepare meals for staff and visitors as well. Here's how to overcome some of the challenges seen to ensure healthy meals are always being served efficiently. 

For foodservice operators, having the right equipment is essential for delivering superior products to customers and maintaining efficiency on the line. While traditional grills and griddles have been mainstays for restaurants and other establishments, the plancha is becoming increasingly popular as operators look for interesting cooking methods that come with history.

We're excited to welcome ICETRO America into our brand lineup! A proven leader in the refrigeration industry, ICETRO ensures that restaurants, hospitality venues, and convenience stores can offer ice-cold treats year-round.

Here's a basic breakdown of the new beverage-focused solutions available through Pace Reps.

Foodservice businesses are always looking for the best ways to serve consistent meals. Having a method that can thoroughly cook a variety of food quickly while also saving money is a win-win for restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and schools. That's why steam cooking is an ideal solution for many menu items. 

If you're familiar with cooking in a commercial kitchen, you know the value of proper ventilation. Whether it's a flat-top grill, oven, or some other appliance, vents ensure the health and safety of all employees by removing smoke, heat, and other harmful elements. 

Ghost kitchens, despite the name, have nothing to do with ghosts. Also known as a dark kitchen or a cloud kitchen, ghost kitchens are professionally designed spaces where food is prepared exclusively to be delivered to customers. So there is no front room where patrons can sit down to wait or eat.

America is a melting pot, and with the moniker comes great cuisines from around the world. We also like celebrations, of course, and when you combine the two, the result is a tendency to take a particular holiday, magnify it, and turn it into a big party celebrating ethnic foods and beverages. St Patrick's Day? Check. The Chinese New Year? Check. Cinco de Mayo? Absolutely!