February 2011

To say that we're excited to have been a part of the new CIA campus in San Antonio is an understatement to say the least. One of only four locations currently in the world, the CIA-San Antonio is bringing amazing talent and culinarians far and wide to our Alamo City. The focus of this particular campus is aimed at reviving and...

The Margarita is one of those classic, year-round drinks here in South Texas and it tends to sound better and better when the temperatures are on the rise. So we've decided to share with you a traditional Margarita Recipe, San Antonio style. Equal parts smooth, salty, sweet, and sour, this drink is delicious and refreshing. We like them best down...

After going to NAFEM this past month, it was evident that foodservice manufacturers are consciously implementing better food safety practices into their products in order to reduce cases of food borne illness and contamination in the workplace. One company that has always been dedicated to practicing food safety is San Jamar. A leader in the industry, San Jamar continues to...

What is it about French Onion Soup in the winter? Full of flavor, satisfying, warm, and delicious, it always seems to do the trick. This soup seems to make its way onto both lunch and dinner menus in a variety of restaurant settings. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 stick Butter 4 whole Large (or 6 Medium) Yellow Onions, Halved Root To Tip...

Storage is undoubtedly one of the biggest factors to consider when designing and managing your kitchen. As most chefs know, space is a luxury, therefore finding the best way to effectively store and organize your materials is an important task. At Mission we have just what you need to make your workplace organized and the best it can be: Eagle...

Most aspiring and professional chefs {and home cooks for that matter} will agree that having sharp, efficient knives in the kitchen is of the utmost importance. At Mission we have a wide variety of knives and cutlery options to choose from. Today we are spotlighting Mundial for its state of the art manufacturing, superior quality, and competitive pricing. When holding...

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and Mother's Day will be coming down the pipe before we know it. It's not too late to stock up on essentials for your business {or gifts for the ones you love!} Stop by one of our showrooms or shop online  to get all your last minute necessities. From the floral business to the restaurant...

One of the easiest ways to acquire a foodborne illness is by not properly handling leftovers. There are a few age old rules that should always be applied whenever leftover food is in the picture. Here'a quick refresher: When In Doubt Throw It Out! What many people don't realize is that when leftovers aren't properly handled, they can pose a serious threat...

The Chinese New Year, otherwise known as the "Lunar New Year" or the "Spring Festival" has an immense significance and symbolism to the Chinese people. As feasts are made to honor past relatives and to usher in a new year, deciding the kinds of food to make plays a key role. Below are some foods that are widely eaten during the Chinese New Year that have interesting superstitions...

The Chinese New Year is one of China's most culturally significant holidays and celebrations are currently underway to ring in The Year of the Rabbit. The Chinese New Year is steeped in tradition, much of which includes cooking traditional Chinese dishes and uniting whole families together to remember their ancestors and deceased family over a home-cooked meal.  Since we at Mission are always interested in...