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  A series of recent reports compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as reported by Nations Restaurant News, indicates that restaurants are not keeping up with advised food safety practices. The report details studies done around the nation that point to missteps in preparation, workers health and cleanliness practices. With approximately half of food borne illness cases in the U.S. coming from restaurants, this is a major source of concern for all involved. Continue reading →

    Busy consumers looking for convenient on-the-go dining options are about to get a lot more choices, as a new round of intelligent vending machines start popping up across the country. The latest machines incorporate advanced technologies that make them smarter, faster and even better tasting. Continue reading →

  Owning and managing a restaurant or bar is no easy task! On top of striving to have a great restaurant concept, serve notable food and provide excellent service, there is a whole mess of regulations and management hurdles to overcome when you own your own business. That is why Tablebases.com has a blog, to help provide restauranteurs and operators with helpful information that can aid in running a successful business. But what if a restauranteur has a specific question, or needs advice on a certain issue? That's where websites such as Quora.com start to shine. Continue reading →

Often times customers call to ask, "What is Topalit"? Today on the Tablebases.com blog, we are going to give a brief introduction to this wonderful material, and explain why it is so great for table tops. Continue reading →

  When it comes dinner in America, it's difficult to imagine what meals would look like without cows. The prolific bovine, technically an invasive species in North America, has been our go-to source of meat and dairy products for generations. However, it turns out that cows are a relatively recent introduction to the American landscape. The original big bovine of the North American landscape was the American Bison. After being almost completely wiped out by the 20th century, today Bison populations are beginning to grow as consumers and chef's alike realize the potential value of Bison meat. Read on for more information about this history of Bison in America, and to learn why you might be eating them sooner than you think. Continue reading →

There are a lot of great options for tables out there, especially when looking for something to use at home. A lot of customers do not realize that with Tablebases.com, you can create a customized table for your home, perfectly suited to your style and use. Instead of picking up a flat packed unit from a department store, or spending thousands on a designer table, why not create your own? No matter your style, modern or vintage, minimal or decorative, we have high-quality table bases, chairs and table tops to suite your needs. Most of our table bases are also available in custom heights*. Not only that, but because our bases are made from durable metals, your table will stand the tests of time and have a substantial, quality feel unmatched by those particle board puzzle tables that fall apart as soon as you move them. At Tablebases.com. you get better quality, and individualized results, at prices you can afford. We've compiled a few examples of the great tables you can create at Tablebases.com. Continue reading →

America is in the midst of a cultural shift in eating. More and more consumers are thinking about nutrition and health when considering their options for dining out, and trends such as local and sustainably sourced ingredients are starting to solidify. Previously, it seemed the missing link was a way for consumers to find the healthy meals they knew they wanted to eat. In yet another example of how technology is changing the relationship between consumers and restaurants, there is now a mobile website dedicated to helping consumers find nearby restaurants with healthy menu options, as well as dishes that cater to different allergies. Continue reading →

Today marks the 80th anniversary of the repeal of prohibition, the infamous time in American history where the whole country went "dry". Continue reading →

  The First Lady is on a mission to foster healthier eating habits in children. As Restaurant Business Online (RBO) reports, this past September, Michelle Obama held the first ever White House Convening on Food Marketing to Children, a conference including some prominent heads of global food brands, as well as restaurant industry representatives. The goal of the conference was to begin to convince food suppliers, advertisers, and TV networks to stop using subversive tactics, such as cartoon characters or mascots, for marketing junk food to children. This marks the latest endeavor of her "Let's Move" program, aimed at getting children to exercise more, and make healthier food and drink choices. Continue reading →

  For the last several years, there has been a growing trend in the food industry known as the New Nordic Movement, reports the New York Times. Originating in Copenhagen, at the famous Noma restaurant, New Nordic has been sweeping the globe and is beginning to take some mindshare away from the infamous culinary powerhouses that are Spain and France... Continue reading →