Chef's Tips for Going Green
Going green is the current rage because of the impact it can have on the environment and your finances. As a chef or food service business owner there are many ways to go green in your kitchen. You will find that you save a significant amount of money through this process 
and you will feel good because you are doing something beneficial in the process.
Buy Energy Star Equipment When Possible
If you already have your equipment, then replacing it might not be in the budget. However, there will come a time when you do have to purchase new equipment items. At these times you will find that purchasing equipment that is rated energy star efficient will be beneficial to you. Each of these pieces of equipment are not only helpful to the environment, they consume much less energy and allow you to save money on your utility bills. Anytime it is possible you should purchase items that have an energy star rating.
Recycle
While recycling seems quite simple, the fact is that it can be monumental in any business’ efforts to go green. ...continue reading
20 Ways To Save the Earth In Your Kitchen
The fact is, we live on planet Earth. There is nowhere to run and hide. Why not make the world a cleaner and safer place to live? Saving the Earth is easier than you can imagine. There are a couple of insignificant steps you can all implement in our very own kitchen.
Buy plain white paper towels and tissues. Dyed paper pollutes. Even better, skip paper towel altogether and use dishtowels.- As an alternative to using ammonia-based cleaners, use vinegar, baking soda and water.
- Re-use your grocery bags, or buy a string bag you can carry all your groceries in.
- Buy eggs and milk in cardboard cartons instead of plastic. Recycle your plastic milk jugs.
- Avoid keeping your refrigerator or freezer too cold. Government recommended temperature for keeping food fresh is 38°F. For freezers, it’s 5°F. Avoid setting the temperature on your appliances on lower settings than those recommended by the FDA. ...continue reading