General
18
Feb
NEW Web Ordering System Instructions
Our NEW Web Ordering System will be ready to launch this weekend. The existing Web Ordering System will be down by noon on Saturday, February 22nd. The NEW system should be live by noon on Sunday, February 23rd (unless there are problems). PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY IF YOU CANNOT PLACE YOUR ORDER ON LINE. Please review the step-by-step instructions below asRead more
10
Jan
Sustainability Trends: Satisfying Customers and Lowering Your Environmental Impact
Consumers have become increasingly more aware of the environmental impacts of their diets, especially when eating out. As such, this places the burden on foodservice outlets to offer a more comprehensive selection of eco-friendly and sustainable foods. As a food distributor, Merchants Market Group acknowledges the need to provide our clients with products to meet this demand. What Is SustainableRead more
10
Jan
Better Than Soy — Unusual Plant-Based Ingredients to Elevate Your Menu
At one point in time, soy was always the answer to the plant-based question. Tofu, tempeh, and soy crumbles were simple substitutes for most meat products, and they were easy to access from restaurant suppliers. But now, there has been a shift in the way plant-based food is being approached. Chefs are experimenting with different produce to create unique flavorsRead more
18
Nov
Food Items That Are Trending in the Caribbean
In an area with a strong culinary tradition like the Caribbean, it can seem like the popular food items don’t change much. But in fact, import and export taxes, local growing seasons, generational shifts, and trends in the U.S. and elsewhere can all have an impact on island food tastes. For example, fast food has been wildly popular in certainRead more
18
Nov
Infusing Your Menu with Flexibility for Allergies and Dietary Restrictions
Food Allergies on the Rise Global estimates indicate that 2.5% of the general population suffers from food allergies. Due to a disparity of reporting and research throughout different regions of the world, experts believe there could be as many as 520 million people worldwide dealing with food allergies. Out of the food allergies reported, peanuts, tree nuts, milk, and shellfishRead more
15
Oct
Working With Logistics: How to Make Them Work For You
Food distribution, like any part of managing a business, can become a logistical nightmare without the proper foresight and planning. When you run a restaurant or hotel in the Caribbean islands, you need a guarantee that food products delivered to your business will arrive on time and exactly as you ordered them. So how do you avoid the headache of
14
Oct
Creative Grab-and-Go Meal Ideas for the Active Vacationers
It is possible to eat healthy, nutrient-rich, and beautiful meals on the go. If you have clientele coming through your hotel restaurant or other dining establishment but they’re not planning to sit down and stay in, give them the option of ordering a convenient takeout meal. It doesn’t have to be fast food or cheap quality; there are delicious, high-quality
11
Sep
Pilot Brands Lamb Products
So…it is that time of year when restaurants in the islands start working on their new menus for season, so they are ready to launch on or about October 15th. Trends indicate that consumers want “different” items on menus; they want items that have unique flavor profiles and visual appeal. And, they are willing to pay for it! Do youRead more
3
Sep
Catering to a Multigenerational Crowd — The Latest Tastes and Trends
While the differences between baby boomers and millennials may be a favorite topic in the media, the reality is, these two groups have more in common than first glance would portray. Most significantly, these generations are inextricably connected on a personal level. The baby boomers may not always see eye to eye with "kids these days," but many are parentsRead more
3
Sep
Qualities You Should Look for in a Food Distributor
Whether you are searching for a food distributor for the first time or have been in business for years and are in need of a new distributor, finding the right one can seem like an overwhelming task. The process of finding a reputable food distributor for your grocery store, restaurant, or other business entity can be made simpler when youRead more