Customer Service from the Top Down
Miranda Kaiser, owner of Cosmo Café and Bar, made a huge decision to move her restaurant from south Tulsa to the city’s Brookside area. It was definitely the right move, she said, because the restaurant is flourishing in its new location.
Quick steps for restaurants to save money
By Lorri Mealey, About.com Guide
Everyone is looking for ways to save money these days. Restaurants are no exception. The good news is that there are a lot of quick steps you can take to save you money, either through cutting energy use or reducing spoilage. A lot of these tips are the same things your mom told you growing up.
Eloté Café and Catering owner, Libby Auld pours their famous Sangria
When you walk into the new Seῆor Tequila in south Tulsa, it’s like walking into a restaurant in sunny Mexico. The colors are bright and inviting, and you are whisked away to enjoy an authentic Mexican meal.
Owners Carlos and Elisha Atilano chose the Plaza del Sol Shopping Center at 101st and Mingo Road for their new restaurant because of the Mediterranean architecture. “The tile roof and stucco exterior accents the interior design of the restaurant,” says Mrs. Atilano. “We also enjoy the peaceful outdoor patio. The large water fountain creates a soothing, tropical backdrop for the outside dining area. On weekends, customers have a front-seat view of live entertainment on the outdoor stage. In cooler weather, the outdoor fireplace creates a romantic space, just perfect for huddling by the fire.”
Vanessa Wonders, purchasing, Jay Gulick, owner, mascot Hornsby, Erik Davidson, project mgr., David Hillin, owner
On January 14, 2010, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced the availability of $25 million in grants to help school nutrition programs replace outdated equipment with new energy efficient appliances such as refrigerators, ovens and other foodservice-related equipment. This funding is a one-time fiscal year 2010 appropriation.
CHALLENGE:
Updating a commercial kitchen to meet health codes while maintaining the historic value and appearance of a 104 year old building.
SOLUTION:
Creative installation solutions and period style furnishings were provided to satisfy code, client and the former ghostly owner.
CHALLENGE:
Installing an exhaust hood through a three story historic building in Bartlesville, OK.
SOLUTION:
Curtis equipment experts tackled the problem avoiding costly mistakes and delays.
PRODUCTS:
Exhaust hood, Tables, Barstools, Beverage Merchandisers, Keg Coolers, Bar Equipment, Ice Bin, Glass Chillers, Sinks, Glass Storage Units, Tablewares, and Kitchen Supplies.
CHALLENGE:
Dealing with an ODOT (Oklahoma Department of Transportation) required move due to highway expansion.
SOLUTION:
Enlisting the service of a seasoned Curtis foodservice professional to assist with equipment evaluations.
PRODUCTS:
Exhaust hood, Tables and Chairs, Refrigerator, Walk-in Coolers, Microwave, Ice Bin, Grills, Fryers, Prep Sinks, Kitchen Supplies, Smallwares.
As foodservice professionals we understand the importance of buying locally sourced and organic foods. Supporting local farmers and limiting food transportation helps reduce harmful emissions and takes a step toward saving the environment. But what about non-food items like restaurant equipment and smallwares? Is buying those items locally important too?
Curtis Restaurant Supply & Equipment Company in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a provider of foodservice supplies, including smallwares, cooking equipment, food storage, kitchen tools, flatware, glassware, dinnerware, pots and pans, and cutlery, as well as commercial kitchen planning, equipment service and repair to independently owned and national chain restaurants, hospitals, casinos, churches, schools, military and healthcare facilities.