Welcome To My Blog!

Welcome To My Blog!

I’m Connie Tipton, co-owner of Tipton Equipment Restaurant Supply, (along with my husband Tim), and a full-time foodie. This is where I post tips, recipes and other restaurant musings I find helpful or interesting. Hope you enjoy!

deep fryer

Cleaning Your Commercial Deep Fryer Made Easy

Cleaning your Commercial Deep Fryer Made Easy June 9, 2017 A commercial deep fryer requires daily cleaning to keep the appliance in perfect working condition. However, cleaning the restaurant’s deep fryer is one of the most dreaded tasks for many restaurant workers....

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use cast iron

The Top Chefs Use Cast Iron. Do You?

The Top Chefs Use Cast Iron. Do You? June 9, 2017 From pots to pans, restaurant cookware has been made out of all kinds of materials. What kind do you use? It’s time for you to use cast iron. Cast iron cookware has many benefits. Let’s take a look at why you need to...

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dine and dash

How to Crash the Dine and Dash

How to Crash the Dine and Dash June 1, 2017 Any business that sells physical products is subject to the occasional theft. So do restaurants, but it's just called dine and dash.  Those who dine and dash take advantage of the fact that they receive their purchase before...

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grand opening

Preparing for Your Restaurant’s Grand Opening

Preparing for Your Restaurant's Grand Opening June 1, 2017 Starting a restaurant is an adventure, especially with the Grand Opening. There will have been months of planning, preparation, purchasing and hiring for your grand opening. When you finally have everything...

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buying the perfect knives

Guide to Buying the Perfect Knives

Guide to Buying the Perfect Knives June 1, 2017 Knives are arguably one of the most important tools in any kitchen. Your chefs are the heartbeat of your restaurant and they deserve quality knives that ease the task of cooking great food. When buying the perfect knives...

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equipment

Equipment Buying Tips for Restaurant Owners

Equipment Buying Tips for Restaurant Owners June 1, 2017 If you own a restaurant or you’re starting a new one, you will need the right equipment. It is important to choose quality equipment that will not only get the job done well but also cost you less in the long...

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inviting restaurant

5 Decor Ideas for an Inviting Restaurant Feel

5 Decor Ideas for an Inviting Restaurant Feel June 1, 2017 Great food and customer service are important parts of the equation that keeps customers coming, but the restaurant experience is not just about the food. The best restaurants cater to every aspect of a...

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ergonomically sound restaurant

5 Tips for an Ergonomically Sound Restaurant

5 Tips for an Ergonomically Sound Restaurant June 1, 2017 The physical environment of your restaurant should not only be appealing to customers but also be comfortable and safe for your employees. Due to the repetitive motions that characterize the job description of...

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silverware

How to Make Your Silverware Sparkle and Shine

How to Make Your Silverware Sparkle and Shine June 1, 2017 No one wants to eat off of dirty or tarnished silverware. While it’s easy to clean silverware of leftover food, the tarnishing will still linger unless you take steps to make your silverware shine. To make the...

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