Hot Design Trends for Weddings, Corporate Events and High End Parties

Chameleon Chairs, maker of the iconic, innovative and eco-friendly Chameleon Chair® Collection (www.chameleonchair.com), the industry’s leading special event chair design, has a bird’s eye view on what’s anticipated to be the hottest event planning looks for 2012.  Chameleon has “seated” some of America’s biggest personalities (including Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, George Clooney and Meryl Streep) and also outfitted some of the industry’s most notable events, including the Academy Awards® Governor’s Ball, the Emmys, the Grammys and the Kardashian-Odom wedding,

According to Chameleon’s event stylists, what’s “in” for 2012?

• Vintage is out, but the rustic chic look will be all the rage.  Natural, traditional elements combined with local florals will underscore the return to the simple beauty of the basics!

• New colors will splash onto the event design stage. The combination of deep gray and teal will be a “must feature” look, blended with earthy green and yellow hues (for a look of “go-solar” vibrance that reflects the tonality of the times).

• Inspired by the Royal Wedding, dining table and room décor themes will be marked by a touch of old world glamour highlighted by “make a statement” metallic shades, fine fabrics and linens, and bold sophistication.

• Individualism will also reign supreme at this year’s special events – serving up colors, textures and creative thematics that reflect the hosts’ personality and the statement of the event in a unique way.  The “free to be me” theme will lend itself to never before seen colors, designs and accessorizing, perfect for Chameleon Chairs which creates the most customized special event seating on the market.  Chameleons feature unique designs inspired by global fashion and period art- influences from the exotic to the traditional.

For more information visit www.chameleonchair.com and on Facebook at facebook.com/pages/chameleon-chair-collection.

Vulcan Launches PowerFry™ VK Series Gas Fryer

High Performance and Energy Efficiency Now All in One Fryer

Vulcan sets a new industry standard for fryers with the launch of its PowerFry™ VK Series Fryers.  The PowerFry redefines the fryer by using Vulcan’s revolutionary FivePass™ heat transfer technology.  This maximizes uniform heat transfer to the oil, resulting in faster recovery and cook times.

Vulcan’s simple yet innovative design cooks up to 25% faster producing more products in less time.  Vulcan’s ENERGY STAR® qualified PowerFry VK Fryers are the most energy efficient gas fryers available, placing Vulcan in an “elite class” of its own.  While enjoying increased productivity, the PowerFry will save up to $1,100 in energy use per year.

Fully designed and executed with end users in mind, the PowerFry VK Series Fryer is easy to operate and clean. Precise results are delivered consistently from batch to batch.

Additional benefits and features of Vulcan’s PowerFry include:

• Fast, Precise Production:  Precise cooking with solid state analog, solid state digital, or programmable computer controls.
• Low Cost of Operation:  A SoftStart™ ignition system gently heats cold oil prolonging oil life while saving energy through low idle rates. Lower flue temperatures reduce kitchen A/C costs.
• Long Term Durability:  All stainless steel construction, reliable sealed combustion technology and 10-year limited tank warranty.
• Available with KleenScreen PLUS®: The easiest filtration system to use, with the most effective filtering technology.

 
For more information, visit www.vulcanequipment.com.

Gluten-Free Breaded Chicken Nuggets, Patties and Tenders

Consumers suffering from gluten intolerance no longer need to do without their favorite foods. In response to increasing consumer demand for tasty gluten-free products, Golden Platter Foods introduced its line of gluten-free, fully cooked breaded chicken nuggets, patties, and tenders, at Natural Products Expo East in Baltimore, Maryland.

Made from all natural ingredients, the line is allergen-free and produced without the use of additives, hormones, or preservatives.  When heated, the crunchy coating provides the perfect balance to the tender farm fresh chicken.

Scott Bennett, President of Golden Platter Foods, believes the timing is right to introduce this product line to the market.  “According to market research, U.S. sales of gluten-free foods have more than doubled since 2005. As they learn more and more about their dietary restrictions, Gluten-intolerant consumers are demanding food that will satisfy their needs. Initial reaction from supermarket chain buyers has helped to confirm the huge opportunity that exists to satisfy the rapidly growing demand for tasty gluten free alternatives.”

Golden Platter Foods will produce this line for food service as well as for retail. The product will be available in 5 pound poly bags, four to a case, for sale to food service operators. Food service will require very tightly controlled handling to protect the gluten-free state of this product and avoid cross contamination.  The chicken contains 8 grams of fat and 16 grams of protein per each 3 ounce serving.

Golden Platter’s gluten-free chicken offerings carry the official seal of the Gluten-Free Certification Organization.

Heat Shelf Goes Anywhere

Fits Kitchen, Pass-Thru, Front-of-the-House and C-Store Applications

HICKSVILLE, OHIO—Nemco Food Equipment’s latest food-warming innovation offers a versatile solution for holding ready-to-serve plated foods, boxed to-go orders and other menu items at optimum temperatures—wherever it may best serve operator needs. 

Sold as the Nemco Heat Shelf, this new warmer is built on the success of the company’s groundbreaking Shelf Merchandiser that achieved unprecedented holding times in an open shelf- or rack-style merchandising display unit. 

Using the same unique heating-element design that can reach temperatures of 220° F  and maintain heat uniformity across the surface without cold spots, the all stainless steel Heat Shelf also features powder-coated sides, rounded corners and other focused refinements that give it a sharp aesthetic appeal.

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PotatoKutters Feature New Chip Twister Blade

The new Nemco PotatoKutters feature gives a new twist to the operators menus. They now can have an exciting new way to cut vegetables. In addition to the new Chip Twister Both the manually operated Spiral Fry™ PotatoKutter and the electric PowerKut PotatoKutter also has the capacity to produce the original Spiral Fry, Wavy Fry, and Ribbon Fry cuts, along with a fifth blade that turns vegetables into a shoestring like garnish. This is an all-in-one solution for specialty-cut potato options.