January 2012

The art of maintaining a restaurant is in large part how you deliver your product and your services while it's also about how you create a memory in the mind of your customer that keeps them coming back. Setting a good ambiance and having all the essential supplies and equipment will keep your guests not only satisfied but loyal to...

In the restaurant industry there's an enormous amount of time spent prepping the food: chopping, julienning, grinding, dicing- you name it- your kitchen staff is spending valuable time in the preparation phase making sure that the ingredients are ready and prepared accordingly. Undoubtedly, the single most important tool to make all of this happen, aside from cutlery, is your hands. Unfortunately, we have all...

This week has been an exciting one for us at Mission Restaurant Supply. We have had the enthusiastic film crew here from The Destination Guide, a national television show and video travel log, to capture the Mission World & Culture. After being approached by the company last month, they made their way to San Antonio to capture "The Best Of SA" as...

Our friends over at The Bakery Lorraine in San Antonio were nice enough to share with us one of their favorite Valentine recipes. Enjoy the Bakery's Perfect Brownies.  After all, who doesn't love a little chocolate on Valentine's Day?    The Bakery Lorraine's Perfect Brownies (Makes a 1/2-sheet pan) Ingredients 12 oz butter, melted 9 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped 6 eggs 3...

The food service industry relies heavily on dependable commercial refrigeration to chill and store food safely. A refrigerator malfunction or breakdown can cause spoilage and a massive disturbance to your day-to-day routine. This can lead to lost time and ultimately, lost revenue. As an owner of commercial refrigeration equipment, it is necessary to know the basics of maintenance to reduce the risk...

With the New Year comes new reasons to celebrate, and most importantly, a fresh start. In the foodservice world, this means getting your kitchen and your bar amped up so that customers new and old will flock to you and remain loyal patrons. Get your mestablishment to that level by outfitting your bar with the essential supplies so that you are ready for the crowds. Being prepared can help increase production and...

A great cocktail deserves a great glass, don't you think? A martini may still be a martini if you drink it straight from the shaker, but it lacks the grace and class provided by a proper martini glass. Continue reading →

Professional and home bakers trust Mission Restaurant Supply for reliable, dependable, and affordable baking supplies. We keep all the basics stocked, from bake pans to rolling pins, spatulas to decorating supplies, because we understand that serious bakers need tools they can rely on for consistently delicious and beautiful results. After all, baking is a science as well as an art and the...

It's that time of year again! Football games are in full swing, and the big game is nearing. Given all this, we can be sure that dive bars and restaurants with TVs will be packed with loyal fans, while personal parties at home will be gearing up as well. One of the best ways to please your customers or guests  is to offer some good grub...

Blenders have been used for decades to mix drinks and food products both quickly and efficiently. Their reliability and fast operation has made commercial blenders a must have and a mainstay in the foodservice industry over the years. There are differences in the construction and performance of every blender, which can be major or minor. Understanding these differences and how to...