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National Waiters and Waitresses Day

by on May 21, 2013 in Holildays, Uncategorized

National Waiter & Watiress Day

With just under 600,000 restaurants in this country, it can be quite difficult to stand out as a waiter or waitress. For those of you who go above and beyond to provide exceptional service to your patrons, this day serves to honor your hard work and dedication to your craft.

For those of us who are not part of the wait staff, it is important to realize that across the country, about 70% of states pay less than $5.00 per hour to tipped employees. So, with that in mind, it is time to stop thinking of a tip as an “extra bonus for great service,” and start thinking of it as part of that person’s salary. So go ahead and give your server an extra few dollars today to thank them for their hard work, they’ve earned it!

If you’re feeling extra generous, why not purchase your favorite server a new restaurant uniform from ChefUniforms.com?

St. Patty’s Day Around the World

by on March 17, 2013 in Food Events, Holildays

Happy St. Patty’s Day, everyone! While many people would tell you that this holiday is about going out and being festive, it’s important to note that it’s about more than just drinking green beer and partying. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17th every year on the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish observe today as a religious holiday, as it falls during the Christian season of Lent. So, Irish families would traditionally go to church in the morning and celebrate afterward with dancing, drinking and feasting. The customary meal for this holiday is Irish bacon and cabbage.

Up until recently in Ireland, the law mandated that all of the pubs be closed on March 17th. However, in 1995, in a campaign to drive tourism to the country, the Irish government decided to hold a multi-day celebration featuring parades, concerts, outdoor theater and fireworks.

In the United States, we celebrate this holiday a bit Chicago Riverdifferently. The Chicago River is dyed green in celebration of the day – a creative way to bring the spirit of the season to its residents. This started in 1962, when city pollution-control workers used vegetable dyes to trace illegal sewage discharges. They then realized that this dye produced a very festive side-effect: it turned the river green!

This day has evolved from a religious holiday to one of Irish patriotism around the world. Whether you are Irish or not, you have undoubtedly sampled a green beer, or at least tasted one of these traditional Irish dishes:

  • Irish Bacon and Cabbage
  • Corned Beef and Cabbage
  • Shepherd’s Pie
  • Irish Soda Bread
  • Stuffed Cabbage
  • Potato Cakes

Whether you’re eating one of these tasty dishes or cooking it, don’t forget to wear your green chef coat for the occasion! Don’t have one? Pick one up at ChefUniforms.com, and shop till you drop! Green Chef Coat

HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!

‘Twas a treat before Christmas…

by on December 24, 2012 in Holildays

‘Twas the night before Christmas in the gingerbread house,

Gingerbread House

All the cookies were baking, and shaped like a mouse!

Mouse Cookies

The stockings were made from Rice Krispies and icing,.

Rice Krispies Stocking

And there were Santa Crackers, Oh so enticing!

Santa Crackers

The piggies were snug in their blankets and beds,

Pigs In Blanket

While visions of sugar plums danced in their heads.

.Sugar Plums

And mamma in her ‘kerchief and the pretzels in their caps,

.Santa Pretzels

And cheese shaped like snowmen was made with a snap..

Cheesy Snowman

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When on the computer there arose such a clatter,

I ran in my chef coat (which was covered with spatter).

Away to ChefUniforms.com I flew like a flash,

And bought a new chef coat while saving some cash!

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The website has chef coats and chef pants galore,

And an assistant to find what you’re looking for.

They’ve got aprons, hats and shoes for your feet,

Happy Holidays to all, and to all “Bon Appétit”!

First Day of Fall, Have Some Ice Cream!

by on September 22, 2012 in Chef Uniforms, Holildays

Happy autumn, everyone! That’s right, today is the first day of the fall season, which means summer is officially over. It’s time to hang up those swim shorts and break out the sweat shirts, because it’s about to cool off! In fact, if you’re looking for a great way to stay warm as it gets colder, check out our new long-sleeved chef coats. At ChefUniforms.com, you’re sure to find the perfect one for you.

But before the weather outside becomes frightful, how about a nice cool treat? This year, kicking off the first day of fall is National Ice Cream Cone Day. On this day, 109 years ago, the ice cream cone was invented. To celebrate, why not go down to your local ice cream parlor and eat a delicious treat in your new chef coat?

Free Shipping for Labor Day!

by on August 29, 2012 in Chef Uniforms, ChefUniforms.com Gives Back, Holildays, SALE

We all work hard and expect little in return – but sometimes, isn’t it nice just to feel appreciated? Well, ChefUniforms.com appreciates all of our customers, fans and loyal readers. That’s why from now until midnight (EST) of September 3rd, you can get Free Shipping on all orders over $99! Need a new chef coat before the holidays are on us? How about a new pair of chef pants to go with the new coat? Now’s the time to start shopping – while the savings are hot! Simply click the image above or the link below to start saving!

http://www.chefuniforms.com/?REFCODE=FACE1236

This offer ends at midnight EST on 9/3, and is exclusively for our U.S. Customers only.

Culinarians Day

by on July 25, 2012 in Chef Uniforms, Holildays

Today is Culinarians Day! This is an especially important holiday for our readers, since it’s actually about you! Today, we celebrate all of the cooks in our lives. Not just the professional chefs (though they certainly qualify), but anyone and everyone who loves to cook. So how does one celebrate Culinarians day? Simple, just do what you do best – cook! Today, make something special for your loved ones, or perhaps cook up something for your favorite culinarian!

Another way to celebrate this great holiday is to buy yourself (or your favorite culinary artist) the gift of a new chef uniform (insert shameless plug here). What better way to say “I appreciate you and love when you cook for me” then an embroidered chef coat, with your loved one’s name emblazoned on the front? Or perhaps a new pair of chef pants, because you noticed the old ones are covered in (what you hope is) grease. Maybe a pair of non-slip chef shoes, for those who just can’t seem to stay on their feet? We’ve got it all, so just hop on by ChefUniforms.com and choose the ensemble that’s right for you!

Happy Culinarians Day!

Working on 4th of July? Try Some Easy, Yummy Treats!

by on July 3, 2012 in Food Events, Holildays

As we all know, working in the culinary field means that sometimes you have to work on weekends and holidays… so why not make the best of it? If this 4th of July is one of those days for you, we hope you’re wearing your red, white, and blue chef uniforms! We also hope that you can still find a way to celebrate your American pride with your fellow co-workers.

Here are some ideas for simple and festive treats that would be painless to prepare, and would win you some major brownie points with those around you.

If you’re lucky enough to have the day off, check out last year’s 4th of July Blog for some BBQ ideas! Have something planned for Wednesday other than one of these dishes?  Share your recipe with us and pictures in your patriotic chef uniforms of course!

Dirt Cup

A National Chocolate Pudding Day Recipe: Fun for the Kids!

by on June 26, 2012 in Featured Recipe, Holildays, Recipes

In honor of National Chocolate Pudding Day, I wanted to post something fun for the young ones (and the young-at-heart). This is a dessert recipe that is just as fun to make as it is to eat, and it’s so simple, your kids can do it themselves!

(Warning: This may get a little messy, so you might want to throw a few paper towels down, and let the little chefs wear your chef coat.)

Cup of Dirt

Servings: 2

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes

Ingredients

  • Chocolate Pudding: 2 cups. (Either make your own or grab a couple of Snack Packs, either way is fine!)
  • Oreos: 8
  • Gummy worms: 5-6

Method

  1. Crush up the Oreos the best you can, and try to break all of the bigger chunks up. Some people like it to be a fine powder, while others prefer it a little chunky.
  2. Mix about 1/3 of the crushed Oreos with the chocolate pudding in a bowl.
  3. Pour the pudding into two cups and top each off with the rest of the crushed Oreos.
  4. Throw in some gummy worms.
  5. Enjoy!

National Dairy Month: A Cheese-Lover’s Dream

by on June 25, 2012 in Chef Uniforms, Holildays

June is National Dairy Month, when we are all reminded just how important dairy products are to our health (and taste buds). Back in 1937, this month-long event began as National Milk Month, as a means to promote drinking milk every day. It was initially conjured up to increase demand for milk when there was a surplus of the beverage. In recent years, however, this has become an annual tradition that celebrates the dairy industry and its global contributions.

Not only are dairy products rich in nutrients, they just so happen to be delicious as well. Personally, I can’t eat a single meal without some dairy product involved… which usually ends up being cheese of some sort. So to celebrate this great month of cheese and cheese-related food products, I’ll prepare any dairy-centered dish that you, our loyal readers and fans, want. Just post a recipe below!

What’s your favorite dairy product? When you are in the kitchen, wearing your chef coat, what is the dairy product that you like to use the most while cooking?

Happy Father’s Day!

by on June 17, 2012 in Chef Uniforms, Food Events, Holildays, Recipes

It’s Father’s Day again, and ChefUniforms.com would like to wish all of the fathers out there a happy and healthy holiday with your families. If you’re like me, you are probably still looking for that last-minute Father’s Day gift. Luckily, last year we posted a blog with some ideas for just such an occasion, so read and enjoy: A Gift for Father’s Day. And as we said last year, the way to any man’s heart is through his stomach, so cook up a little something he’ll enjoy, and it’ll be a Father’s Day to remember. Here are a few ideas (in addition to those listed in last year’s blog) that your dad is sure to love, because they all incorporate bacon into the mix! Wrap anything in bacon and he will love you for it… Seriously, anything.

- Bacon Strip Pancakes – speaking of breakfast, why take time preparing the main entrée and sides, when you can include it all in one! Cook the bacon strips directly into the pancakes. Save time, dishwasher space, and make your dad or husband the happiest man on earth for one glorious breakfast.

- Bacon-wrapped tater tots – how amazing does that sound?! These are a great appetizer or snack, and prepare his taste buds for the bacon-tastic meal that is to come.

 

 

- Bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers – give your bacon some extra kick with a spicy jalapeno inside! This is another great appetizer or hors d’ oeuvre idea, and it’ll only take you 20 minutes to prepare and make!

 

- Chicken and waffle sandwich – don’t forget the bacon! Not only will this sandwich include 3 of his favorite foods on one epic plate, it’ll be the perfect combination of breakfast, lunch and dinner that will make his mouth water just looking at it.

 

 

- Grilled Cheese with Bacon – the classic sandwich with a dash of awesome. The crispy bacon adds texture and flavor to the sandwich, while preserving that gooey cheesy center.

 

- Chocolate Covered Bacon – a dessert that includes both chocolate and bacon? Doesn’t get much better than that! Drizzle it on or dip the whole thing, it’s up to you!

 

 

Of course there are thousands of bacon-themed ideas to choose from, but this was a short list of the ones that I plan on trying myself in the near future. I’ll be sure to post recipes and pictures when I do!

Do you have a favorite bacon-themed meal or dish? Share a recipe with us and we’ll cook it up!

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