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Message From the Executive Editor Dear Valued Sysco Customer, When it comes to the fall and winter holidays, it makes sense for those of us in the foodservice industry to adopt the Boy Scout motto: Be Prepared. Planning well in advance can make the difference between a successful holiday season and one that falls flat. In this special Holiday Planning Issue, we've interviewed experts for tips on how to avoid profit pitfalls during this key time of year (page 27). We also show you how to put together a motivated seasonal staff (page 26) and address every aspect of holiday planning, from event marketing to menu development (page 12). When planning your holiday menus Dominic Iezzi this year, think "traditions with a twist." Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing You could start with a charcuterie board for an easy and on-trend appetizer (page 8). Then, elevate the classics by adding creative new spins to seasonings and sides (page 16). Finish the meal with decadent scratch-made desserts or premade sweets from Sysco's European Imports line. Whether you host grand holiday events or just tweak your menu with a few special items, we want to help you make the most of the season. We are grateful for the chance to earn your business every day. Is there something you'd like to see in Foodie? Email your questions and comments to us at firstname.lastname@example.com. We love to hear from our customers. Enjoy the issue,
DEPARTMENTS 2 WORLD OF SYSCO See why Sysco's steaks and Butterball's turkeys reign supreme, and discover eco-friendly items from Earth Plus.
8 CULINARY TRENDS A beautiful cheese and salumi platter could be the cure for dull holiday appetizers. Sysco chefs pick their favourite speed-scratch products.
25 OPERATIONS Plan ahead to avoid profit pitfalls and get tips on building a strong seasonal staff and giving customers the best experience possible.
28 RECIPES Everything you need to bring the vibrant dishes in this issue to life.
32 BACK OF OUR HOUSE Chef Brent Durec makes the most of his location in Kelowna by bringing the best food trends and business resources to his customers.
The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Planning
From menu development to marketing, it pays to prepare in advance for the busy holiday season.
Holiday Twist
When planning holiday menus, think classics with a twist. Diners crave comforting standards; your creativity adds the rest.
20 A Fresh Take on Takeout
Find expert advice on managing a successful takeout business, plus get tips for doing holiday party packs right.
22 Decadent Holiday Desserts
To add that festive feeling to your menu, serve decadent scratch-made desserts. Or save time and labour by ordering thaw-and-serve treats.
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Dominic Iezzi Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing
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True Holiday Indulgence The holidays are the perfect time for decadent dishes and delicious buffet spreads. It's the time to treat customers to the freshest products and offer indulgences like top-quality steak and lobster from our specialty companies. "Our specialty meat companies expand our breadth of premium fresh products and provide centre-ofthe-plate customization to customers," says Paul Nasir, President, Sysco Specialty Meat Companies. Our specialty meat companies provide freshness and flavour by relying on the largest Quality Assurance team in the industry and implementing numerous checks. They measure steaks to ensure specifications are met, monitor plant temperature and complete a packaging and labelling check on steaks, which are individually vacuum packed. Additionally, all of our meat-handling facilities
have SQF (Safe Quality Food) Level 3 Certifications from the SQF Program, which checks that the process and products meet the highest safety and quality codes. In order to deliver fresh lobster, Sysco buys directly from supplier partners, and stores the catch in the correct environment before quickly bringing it to market. "We make sure the lobsters are appropriately handled in tanks with the correct pH balance and chemicals," says Norlyn Tipton, Sysco's Director of FSQA Specialty Meat & Seafood Companies. Through these comprehensive practices, Sysco ensures customers receive the freshest products for the holidays—and all year long. "We don't cut any corners," Tipton says. "Quality is maintained every day, every step of the way."
LOCATION Garner, North Carolina CATEGORY Poultry KNOWN FOR High-quality turkeys everything from gas use to refrigeration. In the past, that monitoring has led Butterball to install LED lighting, which reduces electricity use, and to increase the amount of recycled water at company facilities. Giving back to the community is another key component of Butterball's mission. The company donates millions of pounds of food each year, and supports many nonprofit organizations. "It's great to be a good corporate citizen," Jenkins says. "When someone sees the Butterball logo, there's a connection between the brand and the holidays. Giving back is an extension of that—the holidays are about family, community and good feelings."
Butterball LLC
Since Butterball turkeys were introduced more than 60 years ago, they've become synonymous with the holidays. The name conjures up images of meals shared with family. In 2006, after Carolina Turkeys acquired the Butterball division from ConAgra Foods Inc., Butterball LLC was established in its current form. Today, the North Carolina–based company is the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., processing more than 1 billion pounds of turkey annually. Sysco's partnership with Butterball LLC has evolved over the past decade. "It's been
an increasingly strong relationship," says Richie Jenkins, Senior Director of National Accounts and Marketing for Butterball Foodservice. "We're approaching the business differently. Ten years ago, it was more transactional; now it's more relational."
Core Values
A main focus of Butterball is ensuring high safety standards across all areas of the company. "Food safety, animal safety and associate safety are pillars of Butterball," says Jenkins, noting that Butterball is part of the Global Food Safety Initiative and the largest American Humane Certified turkey producer. "We are always researching new technologies, ingredients and processes, and we're very involved and on top of animal care and well-being." The company focuses on reducing its environmental footprint by measuring
An Enduring Partnership
Although Sysco's relationship with Butterball continues throughout the year, there is a spike as the holidays draw near. It's a jump that's also seen on the retail side—unsurprisingly, since one in three turkeys at Thanksgiving are Butterball birds. "That's our Super Bowl," says Jenkins. "It's our biggest time of the year." Butterball provides Sysco with everything from ground turkey and turkey burgers to dark-meat items, like ham and pastrami. It also supplies a variety of Butterball- and Carolina Turkeys-labelled products. "Pretty much anything there is to do with turkey, we're doing with Sysco," Jenkins says. "We've grown stronger together over time, and we'll continue to deliver the products consumers crave." Ask your Sysco Representative about Butterball items that are right for your holiday menu.
Planet-Friendly Packaging
Whether you're moving toward using paper straws or less plastic, Sysco's Earth Plus brand makes it easy to find eco-friendly products and packaging solutions that are as good for the environment as they are for your business. An Earth-Friendly Approach Earth Plus packaging keeps the spotlight on The Four Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Renew. Sysco's planet-friendly line of to-go containers and other nonfood items focuses on reducing plastic use, producing items made from post-consumer plastic, creating recyclable foodservice packaging and using polylactic acid, a natural plastic material made from 100 per cent annually renewable corn. "All of the items are in
believe it is important for restaurants to use environmentally friendly packaging, and 73 per cent of millennials try to purchase products in recyclable packaging, according to Technomic.
Real Packaging solutions
Earth Plus consistently seeks out ways to create earth-friendly products that enhance the dining experience. As off-premise dining continues to increase, the Earth
71 per cent of consumers believe it is important for restaurants to use environmentally friendly packaging some way representative of The Four Rs, says Evan Nave, Sysco's Senior Manager of Brand Development. Earth Plus products also meet a growing consumer demand for eco-oriented packaging. Seventy-one per cent of consumers
Plus Fiber Hinge Containers provide a convenient option for to-go packaging. In addition to being eco-friendly, they feature compartments that allow you to separate chicken from veggies, or sandwiches from chips. And when it comes to breakfast, the
Earth Plus Soup Containers are good for grab-and-go favourites like oatmeal or grain bowls. Use them at lunch and dinner to hold the right temperatures for takeout soups, stews and pastas. Strong and durable, Earth Plus Fiber Tableware, Hot/Cold Beverage Cups and Paper Straws meet industry standards for compostability. As a result of extensive customer research, the beverage cups are made from 100 per cent annually renewable plant-based materials.
Help for the Holidays
Earth Plus makes preparing for special events and holiday crowds easy with a variety of environmentally sound packaging options for your operation. "We are always looking for new and innovative products that are great for your business as well as for the planet," says Nave.
FRESH new look, SAME great brands Sysco Brand QA Promise Our Sysco Brand products meet the most exacting standards for safety, reliability and quality. All Sysco brands are backed by the largest Quality Assurance team in the industry.
You may notice that our brands look a little different. Driven by our companywide commitment to more sustainable operations, and new CFIA regulations on clear and clean labeling, our products' packaging now features a fresh new look. Rest assured that no matter what changes on the outside, the quality and consistency you've come to rely on remain the same.
Owner Mohamed Saleh
Masrawy Egyptian Kitchen Mississauga, Ontario
Masrawy Egyptian Kitchen is bringing a taste of Cairo to the people of Mississauga, Ontario. Owner Mohamed Saleh talked to Foodie about sharing his native culture with the community and providing patrons with a traditional experience that goes beyond food.
How would you describe Masrawy Egyptian Kitchen?
Our restaurant is very welcoming and authentic. At Masrawy, we try to nourish your body and feed your soul. You're not here to just have a meal; you're here to have an experience, from how the place looks, to the servers who treat you like family. We cook traditional Egyptian soul food. What's the story behind Masrawy?
We started off in 2014 as a catering company. At first, we cooked at my house, and then we started catering out of the back of restaurant kitchens. Eventually we grew so much that I needed to build my own commercial kitchen. We were doing private parties and corporate events of all kinds. But people kept asking us to open a restaurant, and in 2018 I finally decided to take the risk.
How did you transition from managing a catering company to running a fullservice restaurant?
In my 30 years of living in Canada, I had never seen anyone open an Egyptian restaurant, and now I know why—making this kind of home-cooked food is labour-intensive. Thankfully, with the help of Sysco, we've been able to manage our food costs and get all the supplies we need at a reasonable price. I was also blessed with the best team. A renowned chef joined us first, quickly followed by an all-around perfect staff. My wife works in the restaurant with me when she's not teaching as a professor.
It's vegan- and vegetarian-friendly. After that, I would suggest the hawaoshi, which is like a street burger. It's a mix of ground beef and ground lamb that has been seasoned and stuffed into flatbread. I would also recommend our chicken tikka. It is marinated for two days and then cooked to perfection in a tangy sauce.
Sysco trusted me and saw my potential.
What are some of your signature dishes?
What items do you source from Sysco?
You've got to try the staple dish of Egypt, which is called koshari. It's rice, lentils, pasta, chickpeas, caramelized onions, tomato-garlic sauce and a garlic vinaigrette.
What don't we get from Sysco? All of our produce and all of our dry goods are from Sysco. We use Sysco for biodegradable containers and anything used for takeout.
How has Sysco been integral to your growth and success?
I would not have been able to open this restaurant without Wassem Khassib, my Sysco representative. He came in and was able to get me everything I needed to start the restaurant. Sysco trusted me and saw my potential, and they offered me amazing payment arrangements. Wassem is always available and never leaves us hanging. We can call or text him at any time, and he's very hands-on with our chef, too. What are your plans for the future?
In the future, I'd love to open more locations in different parts of the city so more people can have access to our food. However, for now I'm focusing on perfecting the current location and continuing to introduce our customers to items that aren't offered anywhere else.
Small Bites, Big Flavours
Eye-catching platters of charcuterie, or cheese and salumi, are all the rage right now, both as restaurant starters and on catered buffets. Serving a board of charcuterie, or cheeses and salumi, is a simple yet sophisticated way to start a meal or fill out a holiday buffet. Made up of assorted cured meats, such as salami and prosciutto, a range of fresh and aged cheeses, and a variety of nuts and fruits—the appetizer is as elegant as it is mouthwatering. Salumi boards have a long tradition, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun and get creative. Wrap salty Italian prosciutto around figs and goat cheese and top with hot honey for a sweet-and-spicy flavour
blast. Match peppery pecorino cheese with red fig jam or pair aged Cheddar cheese with apricot jam or mostarda, a sweet condiment spiked with mustard seed. You can also move from land to sea while still staying on-trend by making a Spanish Octopus Bruschetta With Bottarga (shown here). Recently, more diners have been embracing the octopus, especially when it is cooked in inventive ways. We've simmered it and then tossed it with cherry tomatoes, chiles and bottarga—a delicacy made from cured mullet roe. Served as
a salad on top of sliced bread, it makes a beautiful passed appetizer for catered holiday events or, with two or three to a plate, it would also be a perfect seafood starter. You can also bring in popular Middle Eastern flavours by placing a grilled lamb kefta atop a caramelized onion naan. And instead of making ceviche from scratch, go plantbased by chopping jarred hearts of palm with onions and peppers and serve it in a lettuce cup.
Hearts of Palm "Ceviche" Lettuce Cups
Lamb Kefta With Naan and Harissa Yogurt
Spanish Octopus Bruschetta With Bottarga
Goat CheeseStuffed Figs Wrapped in Prosciutto
Find recipes for these appetizers on on page 28. Find charcuterie pairings on SyscoFoodie.com.
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Speed scratch, which means combining high-quality prepared food products with those made from scratch, saves time and labour and permits culinary skill to be deployed where it is most effective.
The Best of Speed Scratch
We asked six Sysco chefs across Canada and the United States for their favourite time- and labour-saving products for the holidays.
he holiday season is always a hectic time, when your team is pushed to the limit in the front and back of house. The nationwide labour shortage makes saving time and work in the kitchen even more critical to having a successful and profitable season. Luckily, chefs have a secret weapon they can call on: high-quality speed-scratch products from Sysco. These items— from turkey breast to cilantro pesto—come already
prepared or semiprepared. By eliminating the need for extra peeling, chopping and prep time, speed-scratch items can be a lifesaver in the kitchen. They can also be easily customized to fit your menu, whether you are cooking for 10 or 200, in a casual or fine-dining environment. We talked to Sysco chefs across the U.S. and Canada to learn their tips for speed-scratch cooking during the holidays. Now, the secret is out.
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The holidays are an intensely busy time in the food industry. Luckily, Sysco products are always here to help ease the pressure during this time of year. If you are running breakfast service or a hotel breakfast buffet, instead of making pancakes from scratch, you can use Sysco Classic Buttermilk Pancake Mix. Fry up some Sysco Classic Cold-Smoked Bacon with Sysco Imperial Potato Tot Bites. Fry a few eggs at the same time. Lighten it up with some fresh fruit or juice, and breakfast is a done deal.
For operators who are looking for ways to minimize food and labour costs, speed scratch is the way to go. By using speedscratch products, you can offer diners upgraded dishes with higher price points and still take pressure off kitchen staff doing daily prep work, which is especially important during the busy holiday season. It's truly a win-win situation. One of my favourite products is Arrezzio Imperial Basil Pesto Sauce, which can be easily incorporated into roasts, sauces, relishes, stuffing and more. It's my go-to condiment.
For holiday meals of all sizes, I highly recommend the Flamingo Turkey Roast Breast and Thigh, Raw Netted. This is a raw, precarved combination of white and dark turkey meat that you simply place in the oven and bake in the bag. When it is cooked, you can slice it for a great effect at the table. It's super-convenient and much easier than roasting a whole turkey. You don't have to worry about carving or carcasses, and you get 100 per cent yield. Serve with Sysco Classic Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes or your favourite side.
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One of my favourite speed-scratch products for the holidays is Sysco Classic Potato Pearls. You can easily adjust the thickness and consistency of the mashed potatoes and infuse them with other flavours and ingredients. It's a money saver and a time saver, and it works well in all areas of the menu: as a meat pie topper or in spring rolls, fritters, croquettes, tempura, gnocchi—and even cheesecake. You read that right: mashed-potato cheesecake. Book a session with your local Sysco culinary team to find out how to make one.
Prepared chicken parts have long been available, but the Hormel Fire-Braised Chicken Breast is different. These are lightly seasoned, flame-seared and finished sous vide for maximum juice retention and flavour. Along with the chicken breast, you can also get boneless and skinless thigh meat, a whole turkey breast, pork loin, pork shoulder and a flank steak. For the holiday trade, having an array of centre-of-theplate options at hand that are fully prepped and ready to be heated, sauced and served is more than helpful—it's a game changer.
During the holidays, I cannot live without a premixed 5 Grain Blend. Some blends feature on-trend grains such as red and white quinoa, wheat berries, barley and wild rice, and can be used in stuffing and other sides. You can even use them at breakfast for power bowls or fold it into steel-cut oats. To make my favourite stuffing, combine a 5 Grain Blend with roasted chestnuts, sausage and cranberries. Serve this with a French Cut Turkey Breast, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce for a unique spin on classic seasonal dishes.
Holiday Planning
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the foodservice Tips & Trends holiday standards by incorporating industry, the fall Update some of the top food trends for 2019— and winter hol- chosen by the National Restaurant Associyour menus. Diners today are idays are game time, when ation—into hungry for more grass-fed beef, heritage operators can capitalize on pork and responsibly raised seafood. When use these ingredients, note it on your large, high-margin events you menu and add a small upcharge! Adding plant-based dishes (another trend) to your both on- and off-premise. is a great way to attract an ever-growBut in order to have a win- menu ing vegetarian, vegan and flexitarian customer base. We've put together recipes ning season, you have to that use these concepts as inspiration. be prepared.
Whether it's bourbon or beer, cooking with booze is big this year. To loosen up a traditional turkey roulade made with Sysco Imperial Boneless Turkey Breast, spike it with a flavourful bourbon gravy, as we've done here (photo, facing page). A simple steak, such as a sirloin, New York Strip or rib-eye from Butcher's Block is so good that all it requires to be the anchor for a celebratory meal is a touch of flame from the grill and perhaps a simple accent like a compound butter made with chimichurri, slowly melting on top. If, instead, you're on the lookout for a holiday main dish
Start thinking now about your holiday menus: What labour-saving products and ingredients will rescue you when you are short a team member or two? Speaking of teams, have you locked down staffing for key dates and times (see article on page 26)? What will be the signature dessert that goes viral on Instagram? Will you serve traditional classics or put a more modern spin on things?
Holiday Menus That Work
"Think about the dishes that worked last year and the ones that fell flat," says Chef Neil Doherty, Sysco's Senior Director of Culinary Development. "Keep in mind that diners are often looking for comfort during the holidays," Doherty says. It's a great time to offer braised meats and scratch baking on your menu. Yet, as an operator, you also want dishes you can make ahead of time— that are easy to prepare and that hold well. A grilled or broiled steak works great at this time of year, too. "A top sirloin can be just as flavourful as a ribeye and costs much less," says Doherty. You don't need to change your entire menu for the holidays, either. Instead, you may want to create a few special dishes and make sure to market them to your customers. And don't neglect your beverage selection, Doherty says. "Use on-trend ingredients like acai berries or turmeric to spruce up cocktails and mocktails." Ask your Sysco Representative for information about Sysco's Menu and Marketing Services, which can be a lifesaver this time of year.
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that makes a grand statement, deep-fry an entire Butcher's Block Pork Rack (facing page) and give it the star treatment when you present it at the table. Or add breadth and a lighter option to your menu by roasting a barramundi, spiced with Persian flavours. And to add more plant-based dishes to the mix, try adding cauliflower to potatoes for a more up-to-date mash, and top it with a savoury vegan gravy.
Marketing 101
One of the most important things you can do to prepare for the holidays is to start marketing your events and LTO specials well in
advance. Begin implementing your marketing plan at least two months ahead of the holidays, says Bruce Barnes, Sysco Menu Consultant. Make sure to stay on top of it, or have someone on your staff assigned to do it. Use everything in your arsenal, from Instagram updates to a bullhorn, to get the word out. You may have the best turkey special or finest New Year's Eve prix fixe menu in the world, but it won't matter if no one knows about it. Here are some holiday marketing tactics from Barnes. And in addition, ask your Sysco Representative about the full range of Marketing and Design Services available from Sysco.
Holiday Marketing Tactics: • Create "sluggers," or menu inserts. • Print attractive flyers; share in to-go orders and pass out to diners. • Place posters in bathrooms and coatrooms. • Give away incentive rewards. • Use all relevant channels of social media, especially Facebook. • Promote your events prominently on your restaurant's website. • Send out email blasts and newsletters to your loyal customer list. • Talk to your customers about upcoming events and specials. • Introduce VIP customers to your events coordinator. • Target local businesses and let them know about your event space and catering capabilities.
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You will also want to start thinking about supplies and equipment well ahead of time. When the dining room is full, the last thing you need to be thinking about is a broken walk-in or a shortage of dishware. Before the season starts, remember to check on: • Soup warmers and kettles • Holding cabinets • Beverage urns and carafes • Chafers and serving pieces • Heating fuel • Ice machine • Disposables • Apparel • Flatware • Dishware • Glassware
You've gotten the word out. You've checked your equipment and ordered supplies. You've planned your menus. When all the pieces are in place and your team is assembled, you can look forward to the holidays with a sense of calm and excitement instead of anxiety. You're ready to tackle any challenge.
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Find recipes for these dishes and more on pages 30-31
As a surprising twist on the usual mashed sweet potatoes, cook up sweet potato spaetzle instead, and pair it with a sauce made with pecans and maple syrup. Your guests won't miss the mashed potatoes. Roasted Brussels sprouts tossed with smoked hazelnuts and bacon marmalade round out the meal. During the holidays, diners are looking for something like comfort food crossed with haute cuisine. They want something familiar yet new and different at the same time. To create a successful and profitable holiday menu, stay seasonal, but try out some fresh flavours and ingredients. Try out a new technique that elevates a classic dish to new heights. Most importantly, use your imagination to put new twists on classic fall and winter holiday fare, and you won't go wrong.
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Winter's Versatile Greens Sautéed spinach makes a great side, but don't forget the other wonderful winter greens. Alternatives such as beet greens, mustard greens and collard greens are all waiting to be sautéed, tossed in hearty salads or baked into gratins.
Waves of Grain Looking to serve an inexpensive side dish with your protein that won't go soggy or lose its shape? Rices, grains and many kinds of pilafs all work great at this busy time of year. Try a 5-grain blend for a mix of grains that's as versatile as it is delicious.
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Centre-of-the-plate proteins tend to stay fairly traditional for the holidays, but chefs have a little more leeway—and room to work in new favourite trends and ingredients—with side dishes. Here are a few recommendations for ways to mix things up.
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A Fresh Take on Takeout Expert tips for breaking into this growing market. An increasing number of restaurants are turning to takeout and delivery, whether it's to create a new revenue stream or to keep up with consumers' changing habits. In fact, according to Technomic, 44 per cent of sales for all restaurants now come from off-premise dining. Many third-party delivery services take a significant bite out of your profit margins, however, and there are risks to inconveniencing on-premise diners with a rush of takeout customers. Texas Honey Ham Company is a bustling counter-service operation in West Lake Hills, Texas, outside Austin. Co-owner Trent Hunt compares the controlled chaos inside to a Wall Street trading floor: "We like that frenetic feel, but it's quick and organized." Here's how experts like Hunt bring order to a successful takeout business, while still taking care of diners in-house.
Make sure patrons can consult a menu and order through your restaurant's website. List your number
for call-in orders prominently on your homepage. Texas Honey Ham Company used a trusted third-party service to set up their online ordering service.
Texas Honey Ham Company has figured out the right balance for on- and off-premise dining. Separate lines form for either placing or picking up to-go orders, while tables are filled with diners enjoying breakfast tacos and sandwiches. "You have to train your people to explain the system to diners when they come in," Hunt says. Think ahead about how on-premise diners will be affected by the flow of people lining up for takeout orders. "It takes quite a bit of logistical planning."
In general, a limited menu can make managing takeout and delivery easier, and combo plates ensure customers on the go don't miss out on sides and appetizers.
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"We've looked into doing delivery ourselves, but the cost is pretty prohibitive," Hunt says. Yet third-party delivery services can charge up to 30 per cent in fees. "That's why we only accept orders through services that don't take a cut from restaurants," he says.
Use packaging that will preserve a food's temperature and freshness and that will travel well. "We used to wrap our sandwiches in butcher paper, but we switched a few years ago to stackable containers," Hunt says. "It's going to constantly evolve," Hunt says. "Anytime we've got a problem, whether it's about finding better packaging or reviewing inventory, our Sysco Representative is all over it. They always find a solution." Ask about how Sysco's Business Resources can help you set up a successful takeout and delivery program.
of restaurant sales come from offpremise dining. —Technomic
Plan Ahead for Party Pack Profits Today, many people don't have time to cook holiday meals from scratch. Complete "party meal packs"—whether a turkey dinner with all the trimmings for 10 or ham and sides for 100—have become very popular with consumers, and they also appeal to operators looking for additional revenue. We spoke with Rachanee Teipen, Culinary Consultant at Sysco Indianapolis, to get tips for party pack success.
Be True to Your Food "Make sure to include whatever you're known for on the menu," says Teipen. Don't suddenly go outside your comfort zone. Not everyone wants turkey or ham for the holidays. If you're known for fajitas, make that your meal pack. If you're known for Mediterranean food, feature it.
Put Your Marketing Plan in Place "Figure out your marketing plan and staffing needs about 90 days out," Teipen says. "Use social media and brochures, and keep flyers by the host stand. And the more people you have involved in getting the word out, the better."
Choose the Right Containers When choosing packaging , take into account portion sizes and whether each item will be served hot or cold. If you need to buy new containers and brand or customize them, do it early. Sysco's Earth Plus brand of eco-friendly containers (pictured) is perfect for your party pack needs.
Get the Full Profit Potential When you are figuring out how much to charge, make sure to include all your costs, including packaging, labour and transportation. And ask your Sysco Representative about how Sysco can help develop the menu, create a marketing plan and more.
Decadent Holiday Desserts
Add seasonal cheer to your winter menu with confections ranging from simple to sensational.
You may not want to revamp your entire menu for the holidays, but adding a decadent, scratch-made holiday dessert is a stunning and memorable way to bring in the seasonal flavours diners crave (think eggnog, gingerbread, cinnamon and peppermint). For those without a dedicated pastry chef, who need to conserve labour but still want to present something special after the meal, Sysco offers a wide variety of delicious, ready-made thaw-andserve dessert treats that have great plate presentation.
Bring the Spirit
It's not just the yule log—many desserts have strong associations with the holiday season, such as Britain's sticky toffee pudding. Here we've improved on a classic by making a Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake paired with a delicious caramel sauce that you can pour at the table. In Italy, winter
means store shelves stocked with tall boxes of panettone—a sweet, brioche-like confection with dried fruit. We've used it to make a rich and festive Panettone Bread Pudding. If you have the time and the staff to do it, make this rich Gingerbread Chocolate Layer Cake. One of the most popular tastes of the season is eggnog. Use it to make a luxurious-yet-simple Eggnog Cheesecake With Gingersnap Crust.
Or Have It Shipped to You
Not only is eggnog a favourite dairy-based holiday drink, it is also a versatile kitchen item. Chef Neil Doherty, Sysco Senior Director, Culinary Development recommends mixing it into crème anglaise to add Christmas spirit to any dessert. And if you don't have time to make your own desserts from scratch, you can order individual thaw-and-serve treats, such as those pictured below.
Normandy Apple Cooked Tartlet
Eggnog Cheesecake With Gingersnap Crust
Panettone Bread Pudding With Crème Anglaise
The Chocolate Kube, Raspberry Biscuit and Caramel Crumb Biscuit
Market Your Offerings
After-Dinner Drinks Get an Update
"People are more willing to indulge during the holidays," says Bruce Barnes, Sysco Menu Consultant. "The power of suggestion works well." Barnes suggests using a separate dessert menu, dessert card or a slugger on the table. Detailed descriptions and beautiful photos entice customers. Whether serving an delicate thawand-serve treat or a deluxe scratch-made delicacy, this is the time to layer seasonal flavours and pull out all the stops.
Seasonal garnishes, crumbled cookies, Wholesome Farms whipped cream and toasted marshmallows add pizzazz and personalization to Citavo coffee and cocoa drinks during the holidays. Sysco also offers a variety of flavours of syrup to customize your after-dinner drinks this season, including peppermint, lavender, salted caramel and pumpkin pie.
Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake With Caramel Sauce
Find recipes for these desserts on SyscoFoodie.com.
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Gingerbread Chocolate Layer Cake
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are relying on social media to guide decisions and showcase meals as experiences. (A 2015 Eventbrite survey found that 75 per cent of diners believe it's worth paying more for a unique dining experience.) Trying to improve customer experience can be overwhelming, but Sysco can guide you through the process. Most importantly, Sysco can help you take the first step: evaluation. "You need to look at everything and map out your diners' experience from the time they walk into your restaurant to the time they leave," Ashton says. This full map can reveal opportunities for improvement and close gaps between where you are and where you want to be.
Strategic Mindset
Upgrade the Dining Experience
When dining out, today's consumers are always on the hunt for fantastic fare. But what they're also looking for is more than just good food—it's the experience. Millennials and younger generations have bought into the experience economy, where it's not just about making a purchase—it's about looking for value and connection beyond a simple transaction. "From technology to the environment, everything's changing," says Jay Ashton, the Business Resources Lead for Sysco Canada. "This new generation is changing the model we've had for the past 30 or 40 years."
From there, Ashton says, create a strategy for building your consumer base and improving their experience. Begin by examining why certain items are on the menu, why you follow certain trends and who your customer base is. Sysco can help there, too, with everything from menu development and training to looking at how technology and marketing can improve business. Studying the industry and staying on top of industry, technology and food trends are also essential to improving customer experience. This can be especially important during fall and winter months, when holiday menus introduce new ingredients. Along with encouraging social media sharing, Ashton also underlines the importance of engaging with people. "New generations want operators to talk to them about food and the experience they're having."
Self-analysis and a comprehensive road Back to Basics But at the end of the day, Ashton says, map are the first restaurants don't need to reinvent the wheel or create an over-the-top dining steps to connecting "At the heart of it all, it's about Meals as Experiences with consumers. Along with being more in tune with diverse experience. making customers feel valued, and that can flavours, today's diners are placing a higher value on sustainability at restaurants and
start with something as simple as shaking their hand."
5 Tips for a Strong Holiday Team
1. Be clear about your needs and expectations
2. Work the staff's needs into the schedule
3. Treat 4. Plan for the holiday season 5. Show your current and early—and thoroughly appreciation seasonal staff Careful, deliberate • Scheduling: The holiday season equally Once you've built comes with a lot of advance planning
If you are hiring temporary employees, be clear about the seasonal nature of the gig to ensure it's a mutually beneficial relationship. Look for the kind of person who can jump right in for four or six weeks and keep a positive attitude throughout the season.
Before you set the schedule in stone, get a good idea of each worker's preferences for the holidays. Being accommodating comes with a lot of positives: It helps create a pleasant workplace, makes scheduling fair and gives you a good idea of who prefers to pick up extra shifts and who needs time off.
While some of your staff may be temporary, it's important not to treat them as second-class citizens. Everyone should feel like an equal part of the team—because at the end of the day, everyone is working toward the same goal: a successful holiday season.
helps keep your holiday team invested and motivated. Focus on these three areas: • Training: Based on the number of positions you need to fill and the level of experience of new hires, you can determine the exact amount of time you need to train new seasonal staff.
the schedule, send it out early. This helps the team plan their holiday schedule around it. • Planning: Prepare for the worst by planning for when an employee doesn't show up on a busy day, so it has little detrimental effect if it actually happens.
headaches, as anyone in foodservice knows. Show your team you appreciate their efforts by offering lots of positive feedback, giving small gifts, throwing a party (after the rush is over) or even giving them a day off.
Profit Pitfalls to Avoid During the Holidays The celebratory season can be fraught with missteps that impact the bottom line. Here are some do's and don'ts gleaned from hardearned experience. DON'T Ignore the value of online marketing A creative digital profile helps boost visibility. You're foolish to avoid social media. We do some fun stuff, such as promoting our staff. It gives us more personality. —Damian DeAngelis, Owner, Bagatelle Restaurant and others, Key West, Florida Offer dishes you can't serve properly If you are a caterer, or a restaurant that does takeout and delivery, be mindful of things that don't travel well. You could end up with a soggy mess. —Deborah Lowery, Owner, Ladyfingers Catering, Louisville, Kentucky Price things too high Diners tend to be trying to save money around this time. If items are too expensive, they may not sell. Get lax with reservations Be more vigilant with reservations. Confirm large parties, retain credit card information with cancellation penalties and make confirmation calls to guests. —Cardel Reid, Executive Chef, The Signature Room, Chicago, Illinois
DO Get started early Game planning is critical. We use Thanksgiving as almost a target date for menus. And we'll have our wine tastings for the season done in September or October. Make changes while you have the time Whether you're revamping the dessert menu or training new staff members. It's important to use your off-season to your advantage instead of taking time off or having limited hours. Don't let your menu go stale. —Damian DeAngelis Stay on top of trends Especially international fare; it keeps things interesting and unique. These days we get lots of requests for Indian, Latin and Italian dishes.
Create fixed holiday menus Whether the menu is traditional or modern, creating a fixed-price menu is an efficient way to please guests and save them money. —Deborah Lowery Cross-utilize products When we offer a duck breast entrée on the dinner menu, we'll use other parts for our duck nachos, and the bones to make stock. The same approach works for items such as celery: After the stalks go into a main dish, use the leaves for petite salads and the roots for stocks or soups. Try out new dishes beforehand At The Signature Room, we will run new holiday dishes as specials well beforehand to get guest feedback and train the staff in preparation and serving. —Cardel Reid
Goat CheeseStuffed Figs Wrapped in Prosciutto CH EF SH E A Z A PPI A S YSCO S Y R AC USE M A K E S 2 4 PI ECE S
8 oz. Block & Barrel Imperial goat cheese 12 fresh figs, halved 24 thin slices Arrezzio Imperial prosciutto, cut into ½-inch strips Arrezzio Imperial extra-virgin olive oil, as needed 2 tsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh rosemary, chopped Zest of 1 orange Sysco Classic salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper, to taste Hot honey, as needed
Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper. Place about ½ teaspoon of the goat cheese in the centre of the fig halves. Wrap each fig half with a piece of prosciutto. Place figs on the sheet tray and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle on the rosemary and orange zest and season with salt and pepper. Roast in oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven, drizzle with the hot honey and serve warm.
Hearts of Palm "Ceviche" Lettuce Cups SH E A Z A PPI A S YSCO S Y R AC USE M A K E S 1 2 PI ECE S
16 oz. jarred hearts of palm, drained and diced ¼ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh red onion, minced 2 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh green onion, sliced 1 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh red pepper, diced 1 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh yellow pepper, diced 1 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh orange pepper, diced 1–2 Fresno chiles, deseeded and thinly sliced ½ tsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh garlic, minced cup Sysco Imperial Fresh loosely packed fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
¼ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh Key lime juice 2 Tbsp. Arrezzio Imperial extra-virgin olive oil 2 tsp. Sysco Classic granulated sugar Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper, to taste 12 leaves Boston bibb lettuce
In a large bowl, combine the hearts of palm, red onion, green onion, peppers, Fresno chile(s), garlic and cilantro in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil and sugar. Pour lime juice mixture over the hearts of palm mixture and combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Allow to sit for at least 30 minutes to let flavours meld. Lay out the lettuce leaves on a platter. Fill each lettuce leaf with approximately 2 tablespoons of the "ceviche." Serve immediately.
Lamb Kefta With Naan and Harissa Yogurt SH E A Z A PPI A S YSCO S Y R AC USE M A K E S 6 SK E W ER S L AMB K EF TA
6 buttermilk caramelized onion naan 12 oz. ground lamb ¼ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh red onion, minced 2 tsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh garlic, minced ¼ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh cilantro, chopped, plus additional for garnish 3 tsp. za'atar spice, plus additional for garnish 2 tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground coriander 1 tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground cumin Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper, to taste cup Sysco Imperial feta cheese, crumbled Arrezzio Imperial extra-virgin olive oil, as needed
1 1 2
cup plain Greek yogurt Tbsp. harissa paste Juice from 1 lemon tsp. Sysco Classic granulated sugar 18 slices cucumber, sliced 1/8-inch thick FOR THE K EF TA
In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb with the onion, garlic, cilantro, za'atar, coriander, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Fold in the feta cheese. Portion the lamb mixture into 2-ounce portions and shape each one into a cylinder about 2 inches long. Skewer the lamb with presoaked 6-inch bamboo skewers, pushing through the top of the cylinder and pulling all the way through until meat is resting on the blunt end of the skewer. (You may have to gently squeeze the lamb around the skewer to hold it in place.) Chill for at least one hour or overnight. FOR THE YOGURT
In a bowl, combine the yogurt, harissa, lemon juice and sugar. TO PR EPAR E THE DISH
Prepare a hot grill and brush each naan with a little olive oil. Grill evenly, about 30 seconds on each side. Keep warm. Drizzle the lamb with olive oil and grill for 2 minutes on each side; finish in a 350-degree oven for 5 minutes. Season the cucumber slices with salt and pepper. Serve the lamb skewer on the grilled naan, topping each with 1 tablespoon of yogurt sauce. Garnish the skewers with za'atar, cilantro and seasoned cucumber slices.
Spanish Octopus Bruschetta With Bottarga SH E A Z A PPI A S YSCO S Y R AC USE M A K E S 1 2 PI ECE S
1 lb. Spanish octopus, blanched 3 oz. bottarga (cured mullet roe) ¼ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh red onion, shaved
2 Sysco Imperial Fresh celery ribs, finely diced on the bias ½ cup Arrezzio Imperial roasted cherry tomatoes 1–2 Calabrian chiles, chopped 3 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh Italian parsley, cut in a chiffonade 1 tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick fennel seeds, toasted ½ cup Arrezzio Imperial extravirgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling Zest and juice from 1 orange Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick ground black pepper, to taste 12 slices of Baker's Source rustic baguette, cut ½-inch thick Celery leaves, for garnish (optional)
Prepare the octopus by cutting into 1/8-inch slices. Cut the bottarga into 12 paper-thin slices and place the slices on parchment paper. Keep covered and refrigerate. In a large bowl, combine the octopus with red onion, celery, tomatoes, chile(s), parsley and fennel seeds. Toss with olive oil and orange zest and juice, and season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to use. Prepare a hot grill. Drizzle each slice of baguette with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the baguette slices on one side until they develop a nice char but still retain a bit of chew. Do not over-toast. Top each warm slice of bread with 1 tablespoon of octopus mixture. Finish each bruschetta with a slice of bottarga. Garnish with a celery leaf, if using, and serve.
Chimichurri Butter CH EF N EI L D OH ERT Y S YSCO COR P OR AT E M A K E S 16 PI ECE S
8 oz. Wholesome Farms unsalted butter ½ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
½ cup Sysco Imperial Fresh cilantro, chopped ¼ cup Sysco Natural garlic, roasted 1 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground cumin 1 tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick crushed red pepper 1 Tbsp. agave syrup 2 Tbsp. Sysco Classic red wine vinegar Sysco Classic kosher salt, to taste
In a bowl, beat or whip the butter. Thoroughly fold or whip in the remaining ingredients. Place the mixture on parchment or waxed paper and roll up into a log. Form the butter into quenelles while still malleable, or chill until firm, at least 1 hour. Then crosscut the log into coins. Place a coin or quenelle of butter on a steak as it is being served.
Confit of Butcher's Block Pork Rack CH EF N EI L D OH ERT Y S YSCO COR P OR AT E SERV E S 4
3 Tbsp. pickling spices or Zatarain's Crab Boil spice 2 Tbsp. salt 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar 1 5–7 lb. Butcher's Block pork rack Sysco Classic liquid frying shortening, as needed 1 pomegranate, cut in quarters, for garnish 2 Honeycrisp apples, quartered and grilled, for garnish Fresh bay leaves, for garnish
In a coffee grinder, process the pickling spices or crab boil mix, salt, and sugar to a fine grind. Rub into the pork rack; wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. In a deep fryer or highsided stockpot, heat the shortening to 335 degrees. Leaving the fat on the meat, place the pork rack in a fryer basket and carefully lower it into the shortening. Cook the pork rack for 40 to 45 minutes or until internal temperature reaches a minimum of 140 degrees. Drain on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve family style, garnished with pomegranate, apples and fresh bay leaves.
Vegan Gravy CH EF BR EN T DU R EC S YSCO K EL OW NA M A K E S A BOU T 1 G A LL ON
Persian Tamarind Barramundi
½ cup barberries 6 Tbsp. olive oil, plus more for greasing 1 large Sysco Imperial Fresh yellow onion, thinly sliced ½ cup almonds ¼ cup tamarind paste 4 cloves Sysco Natural garlic, minced cup Sysco Imperial Fresh cilantro, minced cup Sysco Imperial Fresh parsley, minced cup Sysco Sysco Natural fresh tarragon, minced 4 barramundi fillets, skin on Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper Lime wedges, for garnish
Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease two baking sheets and set aside. Soak the barberries in warm water for 30 minutes and drain. In a large skillet over medium-high, heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the onions and cook until brown, about 10 minutes. Lower the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes longer, until onions are dark brown and caramelized. Add the barberries, almonds, tamarind paste and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro, parsley and tarragon. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Rub each fish with about ½ cup of the herb mixture and brush with remaining olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes. Change oven setting to broil and cook 3 to 4 minutes longer, until the fish's skin is golden. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.
3 small onions, skins reserved 4 small shallots, skins reserved 5 medium carrots, skin on, ends removed 2 small yellow beets, skin on, ends removed 1 medium head of cauliflower 1 acorn squash, halved and seeded 2 bulbs garlic, halved 4 Tbsp. miso paste 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 4 oz. dried shiitake mushrooms ½ bunch Sysco Natural fresh thyme ½ bunch Sysco Natural fresh sage 4 Sysco Imperial McCormick bay leaves 2 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick whole black peppercorns 1 gallon cold water 2 Tbsp. cornstarch dissolved in ¼ cup water, or all-purpose flour
Using a mandoline, thinly slice the onions, shallots, carrots, beets, cauliflower, squash and garlic and place them in a large bowl. Add the miso and tomato pastes and toss to coat. Spread the coated vegetables evenly over a large sheet tray. Roast them in a 250-degree oven until they develop a rich, dark colour, between 30 and 60 minutes. Remove roasted vegetables from the pan and place in a large stockpot. Deglaze the pan with ¼ cup water. Add the mushrooms, thyme, sage, bay leaves and peppercorns. Cover with the water. Bring to a boil; then lower heat and let simmer over medium heat until the liquid has reduced by 75 per cent. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Thicken with cornstarch slurry or flour, depending on your preference.
Cauliflower-Potato Mash S YSCO C U L I NA RY T E A M SERV E S 6–8
1 head cauliflower, cored and cut into florets 1½ lb. baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 cups Wholesome Farms whole milk 3 Tbsp. Wholesome Farms unsalted butter 1 ¼ tsp. Sysco Classic salt ¼ tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick black pepper Sysco Imperial Fresh parsley, minced (optional)
Bring cauliflower, potatoes, garlic and milk to a boil in a lidded saucepan. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, until vegetables are fork-tender. Drain, reserving the milk. Return the vegetables to the pot. Stir in the butter and half the milk, and mash until smooth. (If too thick, add more milk.) Stir in salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Turkey Roulade With Bourbon Gravy CH EF N EI L D OH ERT Y S YSCO COR P OR AT E SERV E S 6–8 WILD MUSHROOM STUFFING
1 cup cubed fresh white bread (such as ciabatta), crust removed ½ cup Wholesome Farms whole milk 2 slices applewood-smoked bacon, cut into ¼-inch pieces ¾ cup finely chopped onion ¼ cup finely chopped celery 1 tsp. minced garlic 5 oz. assorted mushrooms, such as shiitake and oyster, sliced ¼ cup Marsala wine 2 Wholesome Farms eggs ½ Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh chopped fresh thyme ½ Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh chopped fresh oregano Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 3 lb. boneless turkey breast half 2 cups wild mushroom stuffing 10 oz. thick-sliced applewoodsmoked bacon
2 oz. Wholesome Farms unsalted butter 2 oz. Sysco Classic all-purpose flour 1 cup bourbon 4 cups chicken stock ¼ cup pure maple syrup
In a small bowl, soak the bread cubes in the milk. Meanwhile, in a sauté pan, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until it is crisp and all the fat is rendered. Add the onion, celery and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and continue to cook until the mushrooms have released their liquid and are soft, about 4 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the Marsala and cook for 1 to 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely. Squeeze excess milk from the bread and place it in a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs and mix well, breaking up the pieces of bread. Add the mushroom mixture, thyme, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine, and set aside. FOR THE TUR K EY
Heat the oven to 350 degrees. On a large cutting board, place the turkey breast on plastic wrap and cut it so that it opens up to one large evenly flat piece. Cover with additional plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of just under ½ inch. Remove the plastic wrap from on top and spread the stuffing evenly over the middle portion of the turkey breast and roll it up lengthwise, using the outer plastic wrap to help keep the roll in place. On a
large sheet of parchment paper, lay the slices of bacon down so they just overlap. The resulting "blanket" of bacon should be long enough to cover the entire length of the turkey roulade. Lift the turkey roulade onto the bacon slices and carefully remove the plastic wrap. Using the parchment as a handle, carefully roll up the roulade, "Tootsie Roll" fashion, inside the parchment. Twist the ends tightly. Place the roll on top of a large sheet of aluminum foil and roll the roulade, paper and all, inside the aluminum foil. Crimp the ends closed. Bake in a roasting pan fitted with a rack for 1½ hours, or until internal temperature reads 155 degrees. Let the roulade rest for 15 minutes; then carefully remove the foil and parchment and slice into inch-thick slices.
In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the butter. Slowly add the flour, mixing with a wooden spoon, until you have a roux. Cook for about 3 minutes until the roux is golden-brown in colour. Add the bourbon, stock and maple syrup; reduce just a bit. Season with salt and pepper. Strain the mixture and keep warm.
Citrus and Cranberry Brine CH EF BR EN T DU R EC S YSCO K EL OW NA M A K E S 1½ G A LL ONS
1 cup Sysco Classic salt 1 Reliance Fresh lemon, cut into wedges 1 Sysco Imperial Fresh orange, cut into wedges 1 Sysco Imperial Fresh yellow onion, quartered 4 Sysco Imperial Fresh green onions, halved lengthwise 1 Sysco Imperial Fresh small bulb garlic, halved 1 cup Sysco Imperial dried cranberries 4 oz. Sysco Imperial Fresh sage 4 oz. Sysco Imperial Fresh thyme 4 Sysco Imperial McCormick bay leaves
1 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick whole black peppercorns 1½ gallons cold water
Rub the turkey (or whatever protein you are brining) with 2 tablespoons of the salt. In a large nonreactive container, combine the rest of the ingredients with the cold water. Mix well to dissolve the salt. Add the turkey to the brine and let soak for 24 hours.
Tomato Apple Raisin Relish CH EF R ACH A N EE T EI PEN S YSCO I N DI A NA P OL IS SERV E S 6–8
2 Tbsp. Arrezzio Imperial extra-virgin olive oil 4 Sysco Imperial Fresh Granny Smith apples, skin on, finely diced 1 Sysco Imperial Fresh small yellow onion, finely diced 2 Sysco Imperial cups raisins 4 Sysco Classic cups sugar 1½ cups Sysco Classic apple cider vinegar 2½ cups cold water 4 cups Sysco Classic canned petite-diced tomatoes, drained 4 tsp. Sysco Classic kosher salt
In a sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the apples and onions and cook for 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced, and the mixture is thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Butternut Squash Gratin With Brown Butter, Fried Sage and Maple Gastrique CH EF R ACH A N EE T EI PEN S YSCO I N DI A NA P OL IS SERV E S 8 MAPLE GASTR IQUE
½ cup pure maple syrup 1 cup apple cider vinegar ¼ tsp. Sysco Classic kosher salt
5 Tbsp. Wholesome Farms unsalted butter 7 tablespoons Arrezzio Imperial extra-virgin olive oil, divided 3 lb. butternut squash, cut into ¾-inch cubes 1 small Sysco Imperial Fresh yellow onion, finely diced 2 tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick dried thyme 2 tsp. minced garlic Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper, to taste ½ cup cold water 1 cup Wholesome Farms heavy cream 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs ½ cup Arrezzio Imperial grated Parmesan cheese 7 Sysco Imperial Fresh sage leaves 2 Tbsp. Sysco Imperial Fresh chopped fresh parsley FOR THE MAPLE GASTR IQUE
In a saucepan over medium-low heat, bring maple syrup, vinegar and salt to a simmer. Reduce until the liquid is thickened into a syrup, about 8 minutes. Let cool completely. Add water to loosen mixture if it becomes too thick. FOR THE GR ATIN
Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Butter a casserole dish and set aside. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to brown and has a nutty aroma. Remove from the heat, pour into a bowl and set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in the same pan and add the butternut squash, onion, dried thyme and garlic; season lightly with salt and pepper. Stir in the water and allow to cook, covered, for about 15 minutes or until the squash has developed a golden-brown colour and becomes tender. Uncover the pan, add the cream and cook for 2 minutes longer. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, the Parmesan cheese and the melted brown butter. Stir until well combined. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the butternut squash. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes. In a separate pan, heat the remaining 5 tablespoons olive oil and fry the sage leaves until crisp. Drain the sage on paper towels. Garnish the gratin with the fried sage and fresh parsley, and drizzle with the maple gastrique.
Brussels Sprouts With Bacon Marmalade and Smoked Hazelnuts CH EF R ACH A N EE T EI PEN S YSCO I N DI A NA P OL IS SERV E S 32 SMOK ED HA ZELNUTS
2 cups hazelnuts, skins removed 1 Tbsp. Arrezzio Imperial extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. Sysco Classic kosher salt Hickory wood for smoking
2 lb. Sysco Classic bacon, finely chopped 2 tsp. Wholesome Farms unsalted butter 2 Sysco Imperial Fresh onions, diced 1 tsp. Sysco Classic salt ½ cup Sysco Classic light brown sugar ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp. Arrezzio Imperial balsamic vinegar 1 tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick dried thyme ½ tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper Pinch Sysco Imperial McCormick ground cayenne pepper ½–1 cup cold water 2 tsp. Arrezzio Imperial olive oil BRUSSEL S SPROUTS
2 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 Tbsp. Arrezzio Imperial olive oil Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper, to taste
In a bowl, combine the hazelnuts with the olive oil and salt. Pour the nuts into a pan and spread them in a single layer. Fire up a smoker to 225 degrees. Add 3 to 4 medium chunks of hickory wood. When the smoker is ready, place the nuts in the smoker. Smoke the nuts, shaking the pan with tongs a couple times to prevent burning, until they are toasted and have a nice smoky flavour, 30 to 60 minutes. Remove the pan from the smoker and let the nuts cool completely in the pan. Coarsely chop the nuts and set aside. FOR THE BACON MAR MAL ADE
In a large sauté pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until it starts to get crispy and the fat is rendered, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a bowl and set aside. Reserve the bacon fat. Add the butter and 2 tablespoons of the reserved bacon fat to the pan and return to medium heat. Add the onions and salt and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Return the bacon to the pan. Add the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, dried thyme, black pepper and cayenne and stir until the ingredients are well incorporated. Add water and continue cooking until the mixture reaches a jamlike consistency, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the olive oil. FOR THE BRUSSEL S SPROUTS
Heat the oven to 400 degrees. On a sheet pan, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Spread in a single layer and bake,
tossing once halfway through, until tender and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Toss the roasted Brussels sprouts with 1 cup of the bacon marmalade and sprinkle with ½ cup of the chopped smoked hazelnuts.
Sweet Potato Spaetzle With Maple-Pecan Sauce CH EF N EI L D OH ERT Y S YSCO COR P OR AT E SERV E S 6–8 SWEET POTATO SPAETZLE
3 Wholesome Farms eggs 1 Tbsp. Wholesome Farms heavy cream 5 tsp. Wholesome Farms butter, melted ½ tsp. Sysco Classic salt 1½ cups hot sweet potato pulp 1½ cups Sysco Classic all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 2 Tbsp. Wholesome Farms unsalted butter ¼ cup raw sweet potato, cut in a fine dice 1 tsp. chopped Sysco Imperial Fresh parsley Sysco Classic kosher salt and Sysco Imperial McCormick freshly ground black pepper MAPLE-PECAN SAUCE
½ cup pure maple syrup ½ cup Sysco Classic chopped pecans
In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, cream, melted butter, salt and sweet potato pulp. Mix in the flour to form a dough (you may need a little more or less flour depending on the moisture content of the sweet potato). Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil. Use a spaetzle maker or a rubber spatula to push the dough through the holes of a colander into the simmering water; cook for 2 minutes. Once the spaetzle begin to float, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a bowl of ice water. Once chilled, drain the spaetzle. Spread out the spaetzle on a sheet pan and toss with the vegetable oil. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 days.
When ready to serve, heat the butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potato and cook until it begins to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the spaetzle, parsley and salt and pepper to the pan and heat through. FOR THE MAPLE-PECAN SAUCE
In a small saucepan, bring the maple syrup to a boil. Add the pecans. Let the sauce return to a boil, cook for 1 minute and then remove from the heat. Pour the sauce over the sweet potato spaetzle and serve.
Sweet and Spicy Rubbed Ham S YSCO C U L I NA RY T E A M SERV E S 6–8
6 lb. Block & Barrel cooked bone-in ham ½ cup Sysco Classic brown sugar cup pure maple syrup ½ tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground mustard tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground cinnamon tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground ginger tsp. Sysco Imperial McCormick ground cloves Pinch Sysco Imperial McCormick ground nutmeg Cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional) Red seedless grapes for garnish (optional)
Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Line a shallow roasting pan with foil. Place the ham on a rack in the pan and insert an ovenproof meat thermometer into its thickest part. Bake, uncovered, for about 1½ hours or until internal temperature reaches 140 degrees. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the sugar, maple syrup and ground spices. During the last 30 minutes of baking, brush the ham with the spice mixture. Remove the ham from the oven, cover with foil and let stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving. Garnish the platter with cinnamon sticks and red grapes, if desired.
Chef Brent Durec
Culinary Consultant, Sysco Kelowna
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hef Brent Durec feels fortunate to be based at Sysco Kelowna in British Columbia. This area of western Canada, which is sometimes called the "Napa of the North" for its world-class wine, food and scenery, is nothing if not inspiring for Durec and the customers who visit him and his colleagues for business reviews and menu consultations. "We work with customers one-on-one," says Durec. "We discuss product innovation and do testing and training, but my number one thing is helping them succeed. We try to make their business more profitable."
Passionate About Food
Introducing customers to new tastes is a pleasure for Durec, who credits his Ukrainian grandmother's cooking with first piquing his interest in the culinary arts. "Cooking came naturally," he says. One of his grandmother's signature dishes, stuffed cabbage rolls, is still a favourite. Before coming to Sysco, Durec held a variety of jobs in foodservice, including working in hotels and at a golf course. But it wasn't until his early 20s (he's now 48) that he decided to attend cooking school. "And I never looked back." he says. "Cooking allows you to express your your creativity."
My number one thing is helping [customers] succeed. We try to make their business more profitable.
Durec has been with Sysco for 15 years, with just over six of those in his current role as Culinary Consultant. He previously worked in purchasing and sales and even as a protein specialist. "We're pretty lucky," he says. "We're small here compared with some Sysco operating companies, and we're a super-tight group." His favourite parts of the job is interacting with customers, exploring new products and seeking out what will be the next big thing in foodservice. "You get to do something different every day," he explains. "I'm constantly on the hunt for food trends, such as plant-based foods, sustainable products and healthier choices."
Locally Grown
Durec is happy to have so many family farms in the Kelowna area offering a
direct pipeline of fresh produce—and even local cheese. "We try to use as much local product as we can." And while Kelowna is a 4½-hour drive from Vancouver and all of its varied seafood offerings, Durec says daily deliveries keep them well-stocked with fresh fish and shellfish. Not surprisingly, in this part of the world, salmon is king. When not working, Durec is often involved with food in some way. He is on the board of several local organizations, including the British Columbia Restaurant & Food Service Association, and he and his colleagues do charitable work in the community. Last year, Sysco Kelowna donated nearly 100,000 pounds of fresh and frozen produce to local food banks. "If we can't sell it, we can help feed local families," says Durec. "That's a win-win."


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U21/PwC Innovation Challenge (2022)
The 2022 U21/PwC Innovation Challenge is a multidisciplinary competition open to Master's and PhD students from all fields of study. Universitas 21 and PwC are two globally focused organizations who have come together to offer this exclusive opportunity to U21's graduate student community.
The Innovative Challenge helps graduate students to:
- Develop strong communication skills
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- Take on real-world challenges
- Connect with other students across the globe
2022 U21/PwC Innovation Challenge Prompt
To what extent should governments support the private sector in managing and prioritizing their Environmental, Societal and Governance (ESG) agenda?
PwC's Annual CEO Survey reported that, despite rising interest in the Environmental, Societal and Governance agenda, strategy is still primarily driven by business metrics. From your own point of view, address the extent to which you think governments should support the private sector in this way, and what form you think the support should take.
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What makes God, God?
What makes God, God? Traditionally, God's fundamental attributes have been described as omnipotence – that God has power over all – omniscience – that He knows all – and omnipresence – that He is with all. Certainly, these are all true and critical attributes of God. But as the prophet Micah closes His book, He sees something else foundational to God.
Micah begins with an announcement from God that He will rescue Israel in power. God says to Israel:
"As in the days when you came out of Egypt, I will show them My wonders." Nations will see and be ashamed, deprived of all their power. They will put their hands over their mouths and their ears will become deaf. They will lick dust like a snake, like creatures that crawl on the ground. They will come trembling out of their dens; they will turn in fear to the Lord our God and will be afraid of you. (Micah 7:15-17)
God's power will overpower all the powers of the world, Micah says. This is God's omnipotence at its most expansive. But it's not just this traditional attribute of God that makes God, God. For Micah continues with a critical question:
Who is a God like You? (Micah 7:18)
What is it, Micah muses, that makes God so unique? What is it that sets Him apart? His answer is as stunning as it is soothing:
Who is a God like You, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy. You will again have compassion on us; You will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea. (Micah 7:18-19)
It is God's mercy – and not only His power, knowledge, or even presence – that makes God, God. What makes God utterly unique is that He does not treat us as our sins deserve. Instead, He hurls our sins away and, by doing so, becomes our hope and stay.
Martin Luther spoke of two types of God's work – His strange work and His proper work. God's strange work is His work of judgment in power. It is a work that is meant to reprove and, if not heeded, condemn. But though God does this work, it is strange to Him. It is not His preferred mode of operation. His preferred mode of operation – His proper work – is that of mercy and grace. God's desire is to redeem and not just to reprove – to commute the sentence of sin instead of condemning people in sin. This is what makes God, God. And for this, we can be thankful. Because it is God's mercy that allows us to approach Him, to rely on Him, and to find our rest in Him.
In Hebrew, the name Micah means, "Who is like the Lord?" The answer is, of course, "No one." But because of what the Lord is like, we can like the Lord. We can love the Lord. Because He loves us.
Holy Week Sorrow and Celebration
Right now in my personal devotions, I am reading through the book of Lamentations, a sorrowful song written by the prophet Jeremiah, which describes Israel's defeat and exile at the hands of the Babylonians in 586 BC. Some of the language Jeremiah uses to describe Israel's demise is grotesque and gut wrenching:
- The tongue of the nursing infant sticks to the roof of its mouth for thirst. (Lamentations 4:4)
- Their skin has shriveled on their bones; it has become dry as wood. (Lamentations 4:8)
- The hands of compassionate women have boiled their own children; they became their food during the destruction of the daughter of my people. (Lamentations 4:10)
Clearly, this is a tragic, despairing time. Indeed, even for a professional prophet such as Jeremiah, who has seen much sin and tragedy, the despair of the exile seems overwhelming. And Jeremiah places the blame for this despair squarely at the feet of God.
In chapter 3, Jeremiah laments his plight:
I am the man who has seen affliction under the rod of His wrath; He has driven and brought me into darkness without any light; surely against me He turns His hand again and again the whole day long. He has made my flesh and my skin waste away; He has broken my bones; He has besieged and enveloped me with bitterness and tribulation; He has made me dwell in darkness like the dead of long ago. He has walled me about so that I cannot escape; He has made my chains heavy; though I call and cry for help, He shuts out my prayer; He has blocked my ways with blocks of stones; He has made my paths crooked. He is a bear lying in wait for me, a lion in hiding; He turned aside my steps and tore me to pieces; He has made me desolate; He bent His bow and set me as a target for His arrow. He drove into my kidneys the arrows of his quiver; I have become the laughingstock of all peoples, the object of their taunts all day long. He has filled me with bitterness; He has sated me with wormwood. He has made my teeth grind on gravel, and made me cower in ashes. (Lamentations 3:1-16)
Notice the pronoun Jeremiah employs again and again to describe who is responsible for his misery: "He." "He" has brought Jeremiah misery, trouble, pain, and despair. It's "His" fault that Jeremiah's plight is what it is. Who is this "He"? None other than God, of course. God has afflicted Jeremiah in the most miserable of ways.
And yet, even in his misery, Jeremiah has not lost all hope: "But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness" (Lamentations 3:21-23). Jeremiah believes that finally, ultimately, God's steadfast love will prevail. Indeed, it's interesting the way Jeremiah describes this steadfast love just verses later: "Though He cause grief, He will have compassion according to the abundance of His steadfast love; for He does not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men" (Lamentations 3:32-33). Though God does afflict and grieve people because of their sin, Jeremiah says, He does not willingly do so. God's will is not to pour out His hot wrath, but His steadfast love. The Hebrew word for "willingly" is milibo, a word meaning, "from His heart." Thus, Jeremiah is saying that from God's heart does not come affliction. Rather, from God's heart comes His steadfast love. God's will is wrapped in love.
Luther describes God's wrath at sin and God's will of love by making a distinction between the "alien" and the "proper" work of God:
We must know what is meant by the work of God. It is nothing else but to create righteousness, peace, mercy, truth, patience, kindness, joy, and health, inasmuch as the righteous, truthful, peaceful, kind, joyful, healthy, patient, merciful cannot do otherwise than act according to His nature. Therefore God creates righteous, peaceful, patient, merciful, truthful, kind, joyful, wise, healthy men…But He cannot come to this His proper work unless He undertakes a work that is alien and contrary to Himself…Therefore, since He can make just only those who are not just, He is compelled to perform an alien work in order to make them sinners, before He performs His proper work of justification. Thus He says, "I kill and I make alive; I wound and I heal." (AE 51:18-19)
God must judge us before He can justify us, Luther says. His alien and His proper work go hand in hand. Thus, both God's alien work of judgment and God's proper work of love are needed in Jeremiah's life. And both God's alien work of judgment and God's proper work of love are needed in our lives too. But lest we forget, through faith in Christ, God's proper work prevails!
The alien and the proper work of God meet most clearly in the death and resurrection of Christ, which we remember during this Holy Week. Luther explains:
God's alien work is the suffering of Christ and sufferings in Christ, the crucifixion of the old man and the mortification of Adam. God's proper work, however, is the resurrection of Christ, justification in the Spirit, and the vivification of the new man, as Romans 4:25 says: "Christ died for our sins and was raised for our justification." (AE 51:19)
God judges His Son on the cross, killing Him for the sins of the world. This was not something He delighted in doing – it was alien to Him – but it was necessary. For Christ's crucifixion satisfied God's righteous wrath at sinners…sinners like you and me (cf. Romans 3:25-26). And with God's wrath satisfied through Christ's suffering and death on the cross, God could now move to His proper work: Giving to His children His steadfast love which never ceases.
This Holy Week, spend some time meditating on both the alien and the proper work of God. For both are needed. But finally, one prevails! For God's work does not end in an alien way. Rather, it ends in its proper way. It ends in our salvation through faith in Christ. Praise be to God!


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GET is a read-only operation, so you shouldn't use it to modify an existing resource. The endpoints listed above represent only one resource in the system. Production-ready REST APIs often have tens or even hundreds of different endpoints to manage the resources in the web service. This URL allows you to access information about a specific GitHub user.
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