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Advance
Tabco®
Advance Tabco® manufactures a full line of stainless steel items for
commercial markets. Site includes specification sheets and drawings of many
products, an image gallery, press releases, information on food
safety, and product installation guides.
www.advancetabco.com
American Culinary Federation
The American Culinary Federation is a professional organization of chefs and cooks that focuses on culinary education. Site includes job postings, recipes, sustainability information, membership information, and links to educational resources and institutions.
www.acfchefs.org
American Institute of Baking (AIB) International
The American Institute of Baking (AIB) International serves many segments of the food processing, distribution, food service, and retail industries worldwide. Site includes online courses, audit services, research and technical services, and information on careers in the food industry.
www.aibonline.org
American Lamb Board
The American Lamb Board researches and promotes the lamb industry in America. Site includes lamb facts and information, recipes, videos, and fabrication guides.
www.americanlamb.com
The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) is a cooperative partnership between the Alaska seafood industry and state government to advance a stable seafood industry in Alaska. Site includes recipes, health and nutrition information, and retail information.
www.alaskaseafood.org
All-Clad
Metalcrafters LLC
All-Clad Metalcrafters produces a complete line of bonded cookware and specialty items. Site includes product listings and descriptions, recipes, consumer information, and links to select culinary sites.
www.all-clad.com
Alpha Baking Co., Inc.
Alpha Baking Company is a specialty bakery that serves restaurants, grocery stores, and institutions. Site includes product listings and recipes.
www.alphabaking.com
ACP, Inc.
Amana manufactures commercial microwaves, steamers, and combination ovens. Site includes product listings, chef tips, and downloadable product literature.
www.acpsolutions.com
American
Bakers Association
The American Bakers Association (ABA) is a voluntary trade association that represents the wholesale baking industry. Site includes information on ABA committees, news, links to online magazines, and other member-specific information.
www.americanbakers.org
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is a national organization of food and nutrition professionals. Site includes exchange lists for the management of diabetes, nutrition fact sheets, and resources for improving eating habits.
www.eatright.org
American
Egg Board
The American Egg Board is the U.S. egg producer's link to the consumer
in communicating the value of eggs as food. Site includes general information for retailers, foodservice professionals, and manufacturers, research about eggs and egg production, nutritional information, and relevant links.
www.aeb.org
American Metalcraft, Inc.
American Metalcraft, Inc. specializes in fine dining, catering, and buffet service equipment for restaurants, hotels, clubs and resorts. Site includes product listings, distributor information, and relevant industry links.
www.amnow.com
American Pride Seafoods
American Pride Seafoods is a North American seafood supplier that provides products for food service and retail customers. Site includes product listings, recipes, news, and information about different marine species.
www.southernpride.net
Anchor is a brand of McCain Foods that is comprised of appetizer food products. Site includes product and brand listings, brochures, videos, and information about healthy food alternatives.
www.mccainusa.com
Aquaculture New Zealand - New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels
Aquaculture New Zealand is the voice of the New Zealand aquaculture industry, and Greenshell™ Mussels are one of their iconic seafood products. Site includes Greenshell™ Mussel information as well as information on other products, the environment, and health.
http://aquaculture.org.nz/products/greenshell-mussels
Badger
Fire Protection
Badger Fire Protection manufactures industrial fire extinguishers for worldwide distribution. Site includes product listings, distributor information, and industry links.
www.badgerfire.com
BakeMax, a part of Titan Ventures International Inc., is a manufacturer of foodservice equipment, specializing in bakery and pizza products. Site includes equipment specifications, instruction manuals, and warranty information.
www.bakemax.com
Bakery
Equipment Manufacturers' Association (BEMA)
The Bakery Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (BEMA) is an international, nonprofit trade association whose combined equipment research and development efforts have led to the continual improvement of the baking and foodservice industries. Site includes a search engine for equipment or suppliers, information on education and BEMA scholarships, and related links.
www.bema.org
Barilla is a producer of pastas and pasta sauces. Site includes recipes, information on common Italian ingredients, procedures for various cooking techniques and tasks, and Barilla product lists.
www.barillaus.com
Barker Company
Barker Company is a designer and manufacturer of specialty merchandisers for supermarkets, convenience stores, and foodservice locations. Site includes product listings and other relevant information.
www.barkercompany.com
Basic American Foods creates foodservice products that save time and make meal production easier. Site includes product listings, recipes, and photos.
www.baf.com
Beef Checkoff
The Beef Checkoff is a marketing and research program designed by the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board to increase the demand for beef. Site includes regulations, industry news, and links to state beef councils.
www.beefboard.com
Blodgett
Oven Company
The Blodgett Oven Company is a worldwide distributor of heavy-duty commercial cooking equipment. Site includes product listings, product literature, relevant news, and other information.
www.blodgett.com
Bread Bakers Guild of America
The Bread Bakers Guild of America is a nonprofit education alliance of professional bakers, educators, bakery owners, and ingredient and equipment suppliers. Site includes a bookstore, event information, and links to member sites.
www.bbga.org
The Bridgford Foods Corporation is a producer of foodservice products such as frozen breads and rolls, sandwiches, and ready-to-eat sandwich meats. Site includes product information, recipes, and an online store.
www.bridgford.com
Browne-Halco, Inc.
Browne-Halco is an international supplier of smallwares. Site includes product descriptions and an online catalog.
www.halco.com
Bunn-O-Matic Corporation
The Bunn-O-Matic Corporation produces commercial beverage equipment and home coffee brewers. Site includes product information, tips for brewing, and distributor information.
www.bunnomatic.com
The California Fresh Apricot Council promotes the distribution and consumption of apricots. Site includes recipes and information about apricot produce and the retail trade.
www.califapricot.com
California Strawberry Commission
The California Strawberry Commission promotes food safety and trade relations and researches strawberry production and nutrition. Site includes strawberry facts and research, recipes, health and nutrition links, a link to an educational site for children and teachers, and member information.
www.calstrawberry.com
Canadian Beef, Beef Information Centre
The Beef Information Centre, now a part of Canada Beef Inc., is an organization dedicated to supporting and promoting Canadian beef producers. Site includes beef nutrition and health information, recipes, step-by-step procedural videos for cooking techniques, and links to informational books.
www.beefinfo.org
Canadian Culinary Federation
The Canadian Culinary Federation is dedicated, through training and partnering, to the promotion of Canadian food culture. Site includes culinary news, information on culinary educational institutions, and links to other culinary societies.
www.ccfcc.ca
The Cape Cod Cranberry Growers' Association is a Massachusetts-based group of cranberry growers that promotes the cranberry industry. Site includes facts on cranberries, recipes, information for teachers, press releases, industry links, and information for growers, including alerts and events.
www.cranberries.org
Charlie
Trotter's
Charlie Trotter's an internationally recognized restaurant in Chicago, owned and operated by Chef Charlie Trotter. The restaurant will be closing in August 2012. Site includes restaurant informaion, Chef Trotter's biography, links to television appearances, press releases, events, and an online store.
www.charlietrotters.com/restaurant/
Chef's
Choice®
Chef's Choice® by the EdgeCraft Corporation produces knife sharpeners, cutlery, and commercial kitchen appliances. Site includes product listings, product usage tips, links to online retailers, and related information.
www.chefschoice.com
The
Chef's Emporium
The Chef's Emporium distributes quality knives, uniforms, apparel, and gear for restaurant workers. Site includes product listings and links to industry resources.
www.chefsemporium.net
Cintas Corporation designs and manufactures a variety of products, including uniforms, mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, and fire and safety protection products. Site includes catalogs and product information, press releasesm and requests for product quotes.
www.cintas.com
Collins Caviar Company
Collins Caviar is a processor of hand-made American freshwater caviars. Site includes product listings, recipes, and information for ordering wholesale.
www.collinscaviar.com
Cooper-Atkins Corporation
Cooper-Atkins Corporation produces measuring systems to ensure safe food and healthy indoor environments. Site includes product listings, an illustrated kitchen map featuring Cooper-Atkins products, links to associated web sites, and other relevant information.
www.cooper-atkins.com
Cuisinart is a full-service culinary resource with a wide array of foodservice products. Site includes product listings, forums, and videos.
www.cusinart.com
Czimer’s Game & Seafood, Inc.
Czimer's Game & Seafoods sells fresh and smoked meats from game birds, large and small game, and seafood. Site includes product listings.
www.czimers.com
Daniel
NYC
Daniel NYC is a group of restaurants, located in New York City, Miami, Palm Beach, London, Beijing, and Singapore, owned by Chef Daniel Boulud. Site includes restaurant and catering information, press releases, recipes, and information about Chef Boulud.
www.danielnyc.com
D'Artagnan is a purveyor of foie gras, meat, game, truffles, and mushrooms. Site includes product information, recipes, and articles and videos on cooking techniques and tips.
www.dartagnan.com
Daymark® Safety Systems
Daymark® Safety Systems is a company that produces facility and food safety systems that comply with FDA regulations. Site includes product listings, employee, facility, food, and temperature safety information, and news links.
www.daymarksafety.com
Edward Don & Company
Edward Don & Company is a distributor of foodservice products including equipment, smallwares, paper products, cleaning supplies, and furniture. Site includes product catalogs and information.
www.don.com
Detecto,
a Division of Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co.
Detecto, a Division of Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co., engineers and provides weighing products that meet the specific requirements of the foodservice industry. Site includes product listings and related information.
www.detecto.com/foodservice.htm
EarthStone Ovens offers an extensive line of wood-fired and gas-fired ovens to restaurants and homes. Site includes product information, news and events, and an online cookbook.
www.earthstoneovens.com
Edlund Company
The Edlund Company develops and manufactures stainless steel equipment
for food service environments. Site includes product descriptions, information on trade shows, and retailer listings.
www.edlundco.com
Eloma is a manufacturer of combi-ovens and steamers. Site includes product specifications, cooking and baking information, and sustainability information.
www.eloma.com/us/
Epicurious
Epicurious is a web site devoted to recipes, menus, cooking articles, and food guides. Site includes recipes, cooking tips, a food dictionary, forums, and links to related resources.
www.epicurious.com
Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Bureau of Seafood and
Aquaculture Marketing
The Bureau of Seafood and Aquaculture Marketing provides information to help market Florida seafood and aquaculture products. Site includes links to seafood recipes, news archives, and other related information.
www.fl-seafood.com
Florida
Department of Citrus
The Florida Department of Citrus is charged with the marketing, research
and regulation of the Florida citrus industry. Site includes nutrition
information, recipes, and industry links.
www.floridajuice.com
Florida
Tomato Committee
The Florida Tomato Committee promotes the marketing, distribution, and consumption of fresh Florida tomatoes. Site includes food-safety information, tomato handling tips, information for retailers, cooking tips, recipes, and relevant links.
www.floridatomatoes.org
Fluke Corporation
Fluke Corporation manufactures, distributes, and services electronic test tools. Site includes product and application notes, virtual product demos, and manuals.
www.fluke.com
The
Food Institute
The Food Institute provides information on food industry issues and news. Site includes research and scientific information, industry links, and a job search engine.
www.foodinstitute.com
Food
Network
The Food Network is a cable network that specializes in food and recipes
for every occassion. Site includes recipes, chef biographies, program
information, and an online store.
www.foodnetwork.com/
Foodservice
Consultants Society International (FCSI)
Foodservice Consultants Society International (FCSI) is a membership organization
that assists business owners in starting and/or
maintaining a successful establishment. Site includes the criteria for becoming
a member of FCSI, upcoming events for members, and other relevant information.
www.fcsi.org
The Fortune Fish Company is a supplier of live, fresh, and frozen fish and seafood products. Site includes product listings, a company newsletter, and links to seafood organizations and magazines, health organizations, and sustainability information.
www.fortunefishco.net
Frieda's,
Inc.
Frieda's, Inc. is a specialty produce company that works with growers and distributors all over the world in an effort to bring unusual produce to consumers in the United States. Site includes product listings, recipes, and grower information.
www.friedas.com
Harbor Seafood is a supplier of seafood from around the world. Site includes product listings and recipes.
www.harborseafood.com
Henny Penny Corporation
Henny Penny develops new services and customized solutions for food service operators. Site includes product listings, recipes, manuals, and related links.
www.hennypenny.com
HerbThyme
Farms
HerbThyme Farms grows, ships, and markets conventional and organic fresh culinary herbs. Site includes product listings, usage suggestions, and recipes.
www.herbthyme.com
House Foods is an American manufacturer of tofu. Site includes tofu facts and nutrition information, product listings, cooking tips, and recipes.
www.house-foods.com
Idaho
Potato Commission
The Idaho Potato Commission is a state agency that promotes Idaho potatoes. Site includes recipes, cooking tips, nutrition information, and related information.
www.idahopotato.com
Indian Harvest® Specialtifoods, Inc.
Indian Harvest® Specialtifoods, Inc. processes and sells cultivated and hand-harvested whole grains, rice, and legumes. Site includes an online store and recipes.
www.indianharvest.com
In-Sink-Erator, a division of Emerson, is a manufacturer of food waste disposers and instant hot water dispensers for home and commercial use. Site includes product listings, industry news, and listings of plumbers and retailers.
www.insinkerator.com
InterMetro Industries Corporation
InterMetro Industries Corporation, a subsidiary of Emerson, makes storage systems, wire shelving, and carts used in commercial, foodservice, healthcare, and consumer applications. Site includes an online catalog, product literature, and related information.
www.metro.com
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is a nonprofit scientific society
with members working in food science, food technology, and related professions
in industry, academia, and government. Site includes links to IFT publications,
various food industry resources, employment opportunities, and membership
information.
www.ift.org
International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP)
The International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) is a nonprofit
professional association that provides continuing education and development
for its members who are engaged in the areas of culinary education, communication,
or in the preparation of food and drink. Site includes information on
becoming a certified culinary professional, membership information, news and events, and related industry
links.
www.iacp.com
International
Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (ICHRIE)
The International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education (ICHRIE) is the global advocate of hospitality and tourism education for schools, colleges, and universities offering programs in hotel and restaurant management, foodservice management, and culinary arts. Site includes information for students and information about the annual I-CHRIE conference.
www.chrie.org
International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA)
The International Dairy Foods Association represents the nation's dairy manufacturing and marketing industries and their suppliers. IDFA is composed of three constituent organizations including the Milk Industry Foundation (MIF), National Cheese Institute (NCI), and International Ice Cream Association (IICA). Site includes industry news, product marketing information, and food and safety regulations.
www.idfa.org
International
Food Service Manufacturers Association (IFMA)
The IFMA strives
to shape the future of food service by linking manufacturers and their
channel providers. The IFMA strives to shape the future of food service by linking manufacturers and their channel providers. Site includes membership information, training materials, and links to publications.
www.ifmaworld.com
International Hotel & Restaurant Association (IH&RA)
The International Hotel and Restaurant Association (IH&RA) is a nonprofit
international trade association devoted to promoting and defending the
interests of the hotel and restaurant industry worldwide. Site includes
links to various IH&RA publications, information on special events and programs, and other relevant information for both members and nonmembers.
www.ih-ra.com
Irinox manufactures internationally recognized rapid chilling equipment. Site includes product specifications, press releases, sales and technical support, and an "Ask a Chef" link.
www.irinoxusa.com
Isaacson and Stein Fish Company
Isaacson and Stein Fish Company is a fresh fish wholesaler in Chicago. Site includes images, recipes, and links to reviews from journals, magazines, and websites.
www.isaacsonandsteinfishcompany.com
Joliet Junior College—Culinary Arts Hospitality Management
The Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management program at Joliet Junior College offers degrees in culinary arts, food preparation, baking and pastry, and hospitality. Site includes program and course information, event listings, and faculty and staff biographies.
www.jjc.edu/academics/divisions/career-technical/culinary-hospitality/Pages/default.aspx
Kidde
Kidde is a manufacturer of fire safety products. Site includes product listings, a pressroom, and other relevant information.
www.kiddefiresystems.com
Kolpak
Kolpak produces walk-in freezers, coolers, and other commercial cold food
storage units. Site includes product listings, service information, and
standard specifications.
www.kolpak.com
Kyocera
Tycom Corporation
The Kyocera Tycom Corporation is a manufacturer of ceramic knives and cutlery. Site includes product listings, information on using ceramic blades, and an online store.
www.kyocera.com
Lincoln
Foodservice Products, Inc.
Lincoln Foodservice Products, Inc. provides foodservice cooking equipment, serving systems, and utensils. Site includes product listings, customer service and support, and industry news.
www.lincolnfp.com
The Lodge Manufacturing Company offers a variety of cast iron cookware. Site includes product listings, recipes, industry news, and related information.
www.lodgemfg.com
Matfer Bourgeat Inc.
Matfer Bourgeat Inc. is the world's leading producer of premium quality culinary products. Site includes product listings, links to distributors, and customer service information.
www.matferbourgeatusa.com
MacFarlane Pheasants, Inc. produces fresh-dressed pheasants. Site includes product information, an online store, and industry news
www.pheasant.com
McCain Foods Limited, Inc.
McCain Foods produces appetizer food products. Site includes product and brand listings, brochures, and related information.
www.mccainusa.com
Melissa’s Produce
Melissa's/World Variety Produce, Inc., is a distributor of specialty produce. Site includes product information, recipes, press releases, a list of publications that featured Melissa's Produce, and links to affiliated organizations.
www.melissas.com
Mercer Cutlery
Mercer Cutlery, a division of Mercer Tool Corp., manufactures cutlery for the consumer and commercial markets. Site includes a product catalog, customer support, warranty information, and links to professional affiliates.
www.mercercutlery.com
Merrychef
Merrychef, a division of Manitowoc Foodservice, manufactures accelerated cooking ovens. Site includes product information and manuals, energy efficiency information, an events calendar, and press releases.
www.merrychefusa.com
Messermeister
Messermeister is a manufacturer of knives and culinary tools. Site includes product listings and retail listings.
www.messermeister.com
Mississippi Department of Marine Resources
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is a governing agency that promotes marine interests and manages the marine resources of Mississippi. Site includes publications; industry regulations; and information about fishing, oystering, and shrimping.
www.dmr.state.ms.us
The Mushroom Council promotes the fresh mushroom industry. Site includes mushroom facts and safety information, images, press releases, USDA reports, recipes, and product research.
www.mushroomcouncil.org
National
Cattlemen's Beef Association
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association is a consumer-focused, producer-directed organization. Site includes industry news and resources, association information, links to key issues, and employment opportunities.
www.beefusa.org
National
Cherry Growers and Industries Foundation
The National Cherry Growers and Industries Foundation is a nonprofit corporation
that lobbies against excessive cherry imports. Site includes recipes,
information on cherry products, and industry information.
www.nationalcherries.com
National
Chicken Council
The National Chicken Council is the national, nonprofit trade association
representing the U.S. chicken industry. Site includes recipes, information on cherry products, and related industry information.
www.nationalchickencouncil.com
National Dairy Council® (NDC)
The National Dairy Council® (NDC) is the nutrition research, education, and communications arm of Dairy Management Inc™. On behalf of U.S. dairy farmers, the NDC provides science-based nutrition information on dairy products. Site includes nutrition information, resources for health professionals, nutrition tools for schools, recipes, and health tips.
www.nationaldairycouncil.org
National
Fisheries Institute
The National Fisheries Institute is an organization that represents every element of the seafood industry. Site includes recipes, industry news, nutrition information, cooking tips, and related information.
www.aboutseafood.com
The National Garden Bureau was founded to promote backyard gardening. Site includes an image gallery, information on various varieties of plants, a news archive, and links to gardening publications.
www.ngb.org
National Honey Board
The National Honey Board researches and promotes the market for honey and honey products. Site includes honey facts and nutritional information, recipes, an image gallery, press releases and kits, and statistics.
www.honey.com
National
Ice Carving Association
The National Ice Carving Association (NICA) is a nonprofit organization
that promotes the art of ice carving through increasing public awareness
and encouraging ongoing education. Site includes pictures of past NICA
events, listings of NICA sculptors, and other relevant information.
www.nica.org
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration researches and educates the public on the environment. Site includes press releases, links to affiliates, and information on weather, oceans, fisheries, satellites, climate, and coasts.
www.noaa.gov
National
Onion Association
The National Onion Association represents growers, shippers, brokers, and commercial representatives of the U.S. onion industry. Site includes product information, recipes, cooking tips, and related industry links.
www.onions-usa.org
National
Pasta Association
The National Pasta Association is comprised of manufacturing, industry
supplier, and allied industry representatives. Site includes recipes,
cooking tips, nutrition information, and related information.
www.ilovepasta.org
The National Pork Board promotes the American pork industry. Site includes pork news, information on certification programs, and pork factsheets and brochures.
www.pork.org
National Pork Producers Council
The National Pork Producers Council enhances opportunities for pork producers to provide pork to the domestic and world market. Site includes public policy information, internship opportunities, and scholarship information.
www.nppc.org
National Potato Promotion Board (USPB)
The United States Potato Board (USPB) creates programs that will increase the demand for potatoes. Site includes industry news, information about foodservice potato innovation resources, and international and domestic marketing information.
www.uspotatoes.com
National Restaurant
Association (NRA)
The National Restaurant Association (NRA) represents, educates, and promotes restaurant and foodservice outlets. Site includes research and news, career information, a listing of NRA events, and links to industry resources.
www.restaurant.org
National
Restaurant Association Education Foundation
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation is a nonprofit organization that fulfills the educational mission of the National Restaurant Association. Site includes links to ServSafe® programs, resources for students and instructors, and event information.
www.nraef.org
National
Turkey Federation
The National Turkey Federation is the national advocate for all segments
of the turkey industry. Site includes turkey facts, recipes, cooking tips, and culinary training modules.
www.eatturkey.com
The National Watermelon Promotion Board researches and promotes the watermelon industry. Site includes recipes, watermelon carving images and tips, health and nutrition information, a photo library, and a media archive.
www.watermelon.org
North
American Meat Processors Association
The North American Meat Processors Association (NAMP) is a nonprofit industry
organization committed to providing customers with safe and consistent
meat, poultry, seafood, and game. Site includes links to media involving
the meat processing industry and related information.
www.namp.com
The Oregon Raspberry & Blackberry Commission promotes the berry industry. Site includes health information, berry facts, recipes, berry-buying tips, berry industry statistics, newsletters, and press kits.
www.oregon-berries.com
Paderno World Cuisine
Paderno World Cuisine manufactures professional cookware and utensils, distributing to over 120 countries. Site includes product information and catalogs, warranty information, links to affiliates, and a reseller search.
www.world-cuisine.com
Pear Bureau Northwest
Pear Bureau Northwest promotes, advertises, and develops markets for Oregon and Washington pears. Site includes recipes, pear facts, cooking techniques, growing-region information, educational resources, press releases, and an image gallery.
www.usapears.com
Pepper-Passion, Inc.
Pepper-Passion Inc. is a provider of peppercorns, sea salts, and mills. Site includes product information, an online store, and a photo gallery.
www.pepper-passion.com
Perdue Foodservice, Perdue Farms Incorporated
Perdue Foodservice provides poultry products, supplies, and services to customers worldwide. Site includes product listings, recipes, industry news, and related information.
www.perduefoodservice.com
The Plitt Company
The Plitt Company is a wholesaler that supplies seafood products to restaurants, professional chefs, retailers, caterers, and other U.S. food suppliers. Site includes market reports, news, and product listings.
www.plittcompany.com
Pride of San Juan
Pride of San Juan is a gourmet lettuce, herb, and edible flower supplier. Site includes product listings, news, recipes, and data sheets.
www.prideofsanjuan.com
Research Chefs Association (RCA)
The Research Chefs Association (RCA) works to communicate and enhance the value of Culinology® by supporting education, development, and recognition of its community of practitioners. Site includes news, links to educational opportunities, events, an employment network, and related information.
www.culinology.com
Retail Bakers of America
The Retail Bakers of America provides knowledge and resources to enhance retail bakery operations through learning opportunities, shared best practices, networking, and industry communication. Site includes news, job information, certification information, and events.
www.retailbakersofamerica.org
Rishi Tea is a distributor of organic and fair trade loose leaf teas. Site includes tea facts, product information, an online store, media resources, a retail locator, and a newsletter.
www.rishi-tea.com
Robot Coupe USA
Robot Coupe USA manufactures commercial food processors and vegetable preparation units. Site includes product information, product demonstration videos, support links, and parts diagrams.
www.robotcoupeusa.com
R. Whittingham & Sons Meat Co.
Whittingham Meats supplies USDA prime beef, poultry, and seafood to fine dining establishments. Site includes product listings, marketplace information, recipes, and other relevant information.
www.rwhittinghammeats.com
San
Jamar
San Jamar is a producer of food safety, counter service, and washroom equipment. Site includes product listings, a link to customer support, product literature, and related information.
www.sanjamar.com
ServSafe®
ServSafe® is a National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) training and certification program. Site includes information on both ServSafe® Food Safety Certification and ServSafe® Alcohol Certification and related educational resources.
www.servsafe.com
Service Ideas, Inc.
Service Ideas, Inc. is a family-owned company that distributes tabletop serviceware and specializes in insulated beverage servers and thermo plate serving platters. Site includes product listings and related literature.
www.serviceideas.com
Shenandoah Growers is a provider of fresh culinary herbs. Site includes product listings, information on organic growing, and a link to their sister site, freshherbs.com, which provides herb facts, tips for cooking with herbs, and recipes.
www.shenandoahgrowers.com
Society
for Foodservice Management (SFM)
The Society for Foodservice Management (SFM) is a national association
serving the needs and interests of executives in the onsite foodservice
industry. Site includes scheduled events, links to resource information,
job boards, membership information, and sponsorship opportunities.
www.sfm-online.org
Southern Pride is a manufacturer of smokers and barbeque equipment. Site includes product descriptions, an online store, manuals, warranty information, and troubleshooting and maintenance videos and information.
www.southern-pride.com
Spice House
The Spice House sells high-quality, hand-selected, and hand-prepared spices
and herbs. Site includes product listings, events, and recipes.
www.thespicehouse.com
Strauss Free Raised produces veal that is raised naturally in pastures with no hormones or antibiotics. Site includes information on raising veal, facts and nutrition information on veal, recipes, cooking videos, and a list of retailers.
www.freeraised.com
Sullivan University—National Center for Hospitality Studies
The National Center for Hospitality Studies at Sullivan University provides educational programs for culinary arts, professional catering, baking and pastry arts, hotel and restaurant management, and hospitality management. Site includes program descriptions, faculty biography pages, and links to their restaurant, catering business, and bakery.
www.sullivan.edu/nchs.asp
Tanimura & Antle®
Tanimura & Antle® farms fresh produce and distributes in North America, Europe, and Asia. They are known for their artisan lettuces and salad greens. Site includes product information, recipes, cooking tips, food safety facts, and photos.
www.taproduce.com
Trails End Chestnuts
Trails End Chestnuts is a grower and seller of fresh and dried chestnuts. Site includes product information and an online store.
www.chestnuttrails.com
Tru,
Chicago
Tru is a four-star Lettuce Entertain You restaurant located in Chicago. Site includes menus, special events information, a link to make reservations, and media resources.
www.trurestaurant.com
True FoodService Equipment, Inc.
True Foodservice, a division of the True Manufacturing Company, offers commercial refrigeration products. Site includes product listings and related information.
www.truemfg.com
Tyco / ANSUL, Inc.
ANSUL is a brand of Tyco Fire Suppression and building products. Site includes product listings, distributor information, press releases, technical support, training information, and relevant industry links.
www.ansul.com
The United States Potato Board markets, researches, and promotes the potato industry. Site includes nutrition information, facts on table-stock, frozen, chip-stock, dehydrated, and seed potatoes, recipes, an image gallery, and media resources.
www.uspotatoes.com
U.S. Apple Association
The U.S. Apple Association markets and promotes American apple producers. Site includes apple facts, recipes, legislation and regulation information, media resources, and membership information.
www.usapple.org
USA
Rice Federation
The USA Rice Federation is the national advocate for all segments of the rice industry. The federation conducts activities and initiates programs to increase worldwide demand for U.S. rice. Site includes information for consumers and retailers, cooking tips, and recipes.
www.usarice.com
The USDA National Nutrient Database provides nutritional information for various foods and is periodically updated. Site includes general nutrient information as well as a search for nutritional values for specific foods.
www.nal.usda.gov
U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues. Site includes news, policy information, and links to research and scientific data.
www.usda.gov
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, a bureau within the Department of the Interior, conserves, protects, and enhances wildlife, fish, plants, and habitats. Site includes information on endangered species, wildlife refuges, and permits, an image gallery, and program listings.
www.fws.gov
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The Food and Drug Administration regulates the safety of medicine, medical devices, food, and cosmetics. Site includes lists of regulations, consumer updates and recalls, news, and research initiatives.
www.fda.gov
U.S. Poultry & Egg Association
The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association serves producers and processors of broilers, turkeys, ducks, eggs, and breeding stock. Site includes information on education programs, information on food safety, and industry links.
www.poultryegg.org
U.S. Range, part of Manitowoc Foodservice, is a producer of ovens and ranges. Site includes brochures and product specifications.
www.garland-group.com/minisite/range/usrange_microsite
U.S.
Wellness Meats
U.S. Wellness Meats provides a variety of traditional and specialty meats. Site includes product listings, retail information, a link to frequently asked questions, and nutrition information.
www.grasslandbeef.com
Viking Commercial, part of Viking Range Corporation, manufactures commercial foodservice equipment, including ovens, ranges, broilers, and griddles. Site includes product specifications and an image gallery.
www.vikingcommercial.com
Vita-Mix® Corporation
Vita-Mix® Corporation is a manufacturer of blending equipment. Site includes product descriptions, service and warranty information, demonstration listings, links to affiliates, recipes, nutrition information, and educational videos.
www.vitamix.com
Vollrath Company, LLC
The Vollrath Company is a contract manufacturer of custom stainless steel and aluminum parts and products for food service. Site includes product listings, retailer information, service links, and related industry links.
www.vollrathco.com/
Vulcan
Vulcan is a manufacturer of commercial ranges, ovens, steam equipment, fryers, griddles, and broilers. Site includes product descriptions and literature, service links, and related industry links.
www.vulcanequipment.com/
Washington Apple Commission
The Washington Apple Commission advertises, promotes, educates, and encourages market development for the Washington fresh apple crop. Site includes recipes; representative listings; and information about apples, healthy living, and orchards.
www.bestapples.com
WholeSpice.com
WholeSpice.com provides a selection of spices ranging from household staples to exotic varieties and serves restaurants, health practitioners, and chefs. Site includes product listings and related information.
www.wholespice.com
Wisconsin
Milk Marketing Board
The Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board provides dairy producers with information on products and services to help manage farm businesses. Site includes product information, media releases, and recipes.
www.eatwisconsincheese.com
Women
Chefs and Restaurateurs
Women Chefs and Restaurateurs is an organization that promotes the education, advancement, and connection of women in the culinary industry. Site includes membership information, industry links, a job bank, forums, scholarship information, a link to an online bookstore, listing of events, a dining guide, and related information.
www.womenchefs.org
World Association of Chefs Societies
The World Association of Chefs Societies is a professional organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the culinary standards of global cuisines. Site includes membership information, a job center, an online newsletter, and links to other industry resources.
www.wacs2000.org
World
Cuisine, Inc.
World Cuisine, Inc. is an importer and wholesaler of cooking, baking, and tableware products. Site includes product listings and retailer information.
www.world-cuisine.com