Move beyond traditional popcorn chicken with Tyson® Mini Chicken Bites, featuring premium white meat chicken breast.

Welcome to big juiciness, amazing texture and major menu versatility-from the smallest pieces of whole muscle chicken meat we’ve ever created.

Introducing Tyson® Mini Fully Cooked Breaded Whole Muscle Chicken Bites: Tiny, premium, whole muscle white meat chicken breast bites in a light, crispy breading. Smaller than popcorn chicken, these bites are perfect as a shareable snack, topping, or an indulgent ingredient for any number of dishes.

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From Tyson® we added Mini Fully Cooked Breaded Whole Muscle Chicken Bites – a versatile addition to elevate your menu. Perfect for pizzas, salads, or creating unique items like a Crispy Chicken Po’boy sandwich. These super-small, whole-muscle bites offer endless possibilities, delivering the ideal balance of crispy and juicy. Move beyond traditional popcorn chicken; Tyson® Mini Chicken Bites feature premium white meat chicken breast. Position your menu as the hub for innovative, fun, and delicious offerings with Tyson® Mini Chicken Biters – exclusively satisfying your customers’ cravings! Learn more about Tyson’s Mini Chicken Bites.

From Schweid & Sons® we added the Signature Series Custom Blends of Ground Beef – a culinary masterpiece honed over four generations. Revel in the decadent, buttery flavor and delicate, airy texture meticulously crafted from the finest whole cuts of beef. The signature recipe includes a fusion of Chuck, Brisket, and Short Rib, which promises to redefine your establishment’s offerings. Hand-selected premium cuts guarantee an exquisite flavor profile that sets your dishes apart. Captivate your patrons with the exceptional taste and quality of Schweid & Sons custom blends – crafted exclusively for discerning chefs and connoisseurs alike.

From Bake Crafters we added two new individually wrapped items. Unwrap the Egg & Fiesta Cheese Croissant Sandwich for a protein-packed kick, perfect for school mornings. Transform your cafeteria into a haven of café-style excellence with Bake Crafters’ signature sandwiches. For a delightful twist, indulge in Bake Crafters’ Pancake Bites – gourmet, bite-sized perfection ideal for K-12 students. Whether paired with syrup, or powdered sugar or enjoyed on their own, these innovations cater to the unique tastes of young diners. Elevate K-12 dining with Bake Crafters’ delicious and convenient options!

From Ardent Mills® we added two distinctive flours. Rye Chops, crafted by cutting the Rye berry into small pieces, offers a unique twist – similar to cracked wheat but with enhanced moisture absorption. Ideal for enhancing the texture of bread, muffins, cookies, or adding a crunchy touch to cereal and granola, Rye Chops brings versatility to your baking creations. Elevate your recipes with a fruity and nutty flavor by incorporating these chops into muffins, bread, cookies, or even salads.

And from Hormel® the renowned Fire Braised Chicken Breast, now conveniently packaged in 5 oz. portions. Experience the perfection of fully cooked chicken breasts, initially fire-seared and then slow-cooked in their own juices. The outcome? A succulent and tender chicken breast boasting a delectable caramelized exterior, both delicious and visually appealing. Not only do these chicken breasts offer an irresistible flavor profile, but they also stand out for their quick and effortless preparation. Save time and streamline your kitchen operations with these easy-to-prepare delights from Hormel®.

New Item Details:

Item #	Description	Pack/CT	Brand
28713	FIRE BRAISED CHICKEN BREAST	24/5 OZ	HORMEL
28717	FC BREADED CHICKEN BITES	2/5 LB	TYSON
28721	HUMMER® PREMIUM HIGH GLUTEN FLOUR	1/50 LB	ARDENT MILLS
28722	RYE CHOPS FLOUR	1/50 LB	ARDENT MILLS
28726	GROUND BEEF, FRESH	4/5 LB	SCHWEID & SONS
28731	EGG & FIESTA CHEESE CROISSANT SANDWICH	100/2.5 OZ	BAKE CRAFTERS
28732	POFFITZ PANCAKE BITES	9/2 LB	BAKE CRAFTERS

Dennis Food Service delivers thousands of foodservice products and supplies to restaurants and food operations in Maine and New Hampshire. If you have a question or are interested in becoming a customer contact us or call 1-800-439-2727

From Copper Creek Cattle Company®, we’ve added Angus Choice Upper 2/3 Beef Tenderloin. Raised, sourced, and crafted with unwavering integrity solely within America’s heartland, this Premium Black Angus Beef represents a premium cut of beef, prized for its tenderness and superior taste. It is often considered a prime choice for premium steak cuts or for special occasion dining. Check out this recipe idea that will have your customers raving.

From Gourmet Table, we’ve added Lemon Juice Packets. Real, ready-to-use lemon juice in single-serve packets–providing convenience for staff and a perfectly portable burst of lemon flavor for your guests. These packets can be used in a variety of ways, such as adding them to water or tea to create a refreshing lemon drink, squeezing them over fish or salads for a tangy flavor, or incorporating them into marinates, dressings, or sauces. The conveniently portioned pouches eliminate waste, mess, and measuring and are often used in restaurants, cafeterias, and hotels.

And from SQP, we’ve added Hot Dog Holders. These white, open ended cardboard holders measure 5.75 x 3.5 x 1.375″ and come 2000 per case. These sturdy holders are perfect for convenience store customers to pile on the toppings. The material used for these trays make it cost-effective and disposable. It is often used in at concession stands, and outdoor events where a large number of hot dogs are served. After use, the trays can be easily disposed of minimizing cleanup and promoting convenience.

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Dennis Food Service delivers thousands of foodservice products and supplies to restaurants and food operations in Maine and New Hampshire. If you have a question or are interested in becoming a customer contact us or call 1-800-439-2727

Cozy up this week with the old-fashion tomato soup we added from TrueSoups by Heinz®. This soup arrives frozen, and allows you to simply heat and serve for a popular low-labor menu item with delicious flavor that tastes homemade. Next up, we have two quick and easy-to-make pizza options perfect for schools and kids’ on-the-go lunches – Big Daddy’s turkey pepperoni stuff sandwiches & Tony’s mini cheese pizzas. Both of these items are individually-wrapped for a quick grab and made with tasty and nutritious whole grains.

From Deb-El Foods, we added scrambled egg patties in three different sizes– 1.75-ounce, 1.5-ounce, and 1 ounce; all measuring at 4 inches. These are a great addition to breakfast sandwiches, as well as any sort of breakfast platter. Lastly, try the chocolate pudding from Lucky Leaf. This rich, chocolate-y pudding is a great finisher to your meals and is ready to use for low labor and quick application.

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Dennis Paper & Food Service delivers thousands of foodservice products and supplies to restaurants and food operations in Maine and New Hampshire. If you have a question or are interested in becoming a customer contact us or call 1-800-439-2727.

Grab-and-go is growing fast due to customer demand for tasty food that’s instantly available. Discover ways operators are responding—supermarkets, c-stores, hotels, colleges, and employee dining, and restaurants at virtually every price point.

According to Datassential, grab-and-go (prepared foods for takeout that don’t need to be pre-ordered) in restaurants at all price points grew 67.1% between 2013 and 2017. Penetration, however (the number of establishments offering some type of grab-and-go) was only 0.4%, indicating plenty of room for additional growth.

Opportunity exists in every category, adds the research firm, but supermarket delis, convenience stores, and grocerants are already colonizing the market. Among restaurants, the potential is strongest in QSR and especially fast casual venues, but sales are also growing in midscale and casual restaurants. In noncommercial settings, there’s also grab-and-go demand in colleges and universities, employee dining, and healthcare—where hospital visitors as well as employees and staff can grab a meal to go to help ease the burden of a hectic day. Self-serve pantries are becoming more popular in hotels, late-shift B&I venues, and other places where there is a need for 24/7 food service. And dining outlets in airports and other travel hubs are also getting into the act, especially now with in-transit meal service cutbacks.

In short, wherever there are time-crunched consumers around, there’s potential for grab-and-go sales.

Operational Challenges

There are a lot of ways to do grab-and-go, from dedicated “express” selling areas adjacent to dine-in, to kiosks, carts, and pantries. But for most food service operators—even those with a robust takeout business—grab-and-go represents a different line of business, with its own set of operational issues. A few things to consider:

1. Pay Attention to Merchandising—Using colorful, attractively prepped ingredients and sturdy good-looking packaging are particularly important with grab-and-go, where every choice is visible to customers. Investing in attractive display equipment such as upscale cases can also be helpful.
2. Freshness Counts—Establish optimal hold times for prepared items such as premade sandwiches, salads, and pizza, and log or time-stamp them so they can be taken off the selling floor promptly. Track sales movement carefully in order to avoid waste and manage demand.
3. Embrace the Value of Trial and Error—All menus are living, breathing things, and grab-and-go items may need a little extra coaxing. If a sandwich isn’t selling on a roll, try recasting it as a wrap, or change the packaging so the item is more visible
4. Sweat the Small Stuff—Make items such as disposable cutlery, napkins, bags, condiments, lids for cups, and other necessities for off-premise dining available and in a convenient spot.
5. Make Payment Easy—Consider having a dedicated cashier, payment-enabled app, or other option to help speed customers out the door.
6. Consider Meal Kits—Take a page from the meal-kit model and package ingredients for some of your most popular items (with detailed instructions) so that customers can prepare them at home. Some restaurants are even delivering these kits through third-party delivery services.

The Grab-and-Go Selection

Anything that can be packed up for pickup or served quickly at the point of purchase is fair game for a grab-and-go program. Above all, food must hold well and remain appetizing throughout its intended window of availability.

Here are some food selections that work particularly well for grab-and-go:

• Breakfast items (sandwiches, baked goods)
• Meal-in-one bowls
• Sandwiches
• Salads
• Composed snack trays (such as crudités and dip, or cheese and crackers)
• Serve-yourself soup and chili
• Sweet and savory yogurt parfaits
• By-weight foods for cold and/or hot food bars (salad-bar ingredients, cooked proteins, and side dishes)
• Prepared full-service deli items (pasta and grain salads, antipasto)
• Packaged prepared foods for a hot case (pot pies, wings, macaroni and cheese)
• Pizza by-the-slice or take-and-bake
• Large-format foods for self-service catering (rotisserie chicken, dips and dunkables, meat and cheese platters)
• Sushi
• Chips and other packaged snacks for impulse sales
• Soft-serve and frozen yogurt
• Fruit
• Cookies, cupcakes, and other individual baked goods
• Pre-portioned smoothies, iced coffee, and other chilled beverages
• Self-service hot and cold beverages

Source: Datassential, Grab-and-Go Snapshots (July 2017)
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Create, supplement, or simplify BBQ takeout with premium, prepared products that are designed to reduce labor while delivering authentic customizable flavors. For example, a simple pulled pork sandwich can easily add trendy appeal to any menu. You could choose the convenience of pre-sauced or go plain and add your own. Easily customize prepared products to create a few menu items or an elaborate BBQ lineup.

Here are a few popular items perfect for summer menus. Be sure to visit our Barbecue Season page for information, recipes, and products, and to ask your Account Executive for more ingredient suggestions.

POULTRY

BEEF 

PORK

SIDES

Need more inspiration? Check out our selection of BBQ Recipes.

In today’s fast-paced culinary world, labor-saving products are not just a backup plan; they’re a strategic move towards greater profitability. By integrating these innovative solutions, restaurants can empower their staff to accomplish tasks more efficiently, thereby increasing productivity without compromising on the premium quality and authenticity of their recipes.

Time is a valuable commodity in the kitchen, and every moment saved in preparation directly translates to cost savings. Whether it’s streamlining operations or expanding menus, this selection represents only a fraction of what’s available. And as always, be sure to ask your Account Executive for additional products options!

HORMEL FIRE-BRAISED MEATS
Hormel put a tremendous amount of time and attention into perfecting these proteins. Searing in the flavor, then slow braising them to tender, juicy perfection. This gives you more time to create amazing dishes across your menu.

HORMEL BACON 1
There is one bacon suitable for all needs – Bacon 1. Fully cooked and ready for your dishes, with just a flash on the griddle (or in an oven) it serves up sizzling a looks just like from-raw. One look, one taste, and you’ll see why Bacon 1 is not your average pre-cooked bacon.

FONTANINI MEATBALL MIX
This raw, fully-seasoned, herbatious meatball mix works great for pork sliders, meatloaf and makes a phenomenal American style chop suey.

KAYEM BEEF BRISKET
For a fully-cooked smokey beef brisket, this is item will knock your customer’s socks off. Suitable for any smoked brisket application you can conjure up the product will seriously impress in sandwiches, pasta dishes or as a center of the plate presentation.

SMITHFIELD CULINARY
Part of the largest hog producer and pork processor in the U.S., Smithfield Culinary offers delicious and versatile products that are enjoyed by millions nationwide, as well as globally.

BAKE N’ JOY
As the name suggests, you just bake and enjoy. This line offers a wide variety of mixes, batters, shells and straight to oven products.

SIMPLY POTATO
Made with 100% real potato, butter, milk and seasonings… the real deal mashers. Heat and serve ready with a long refrigerator shelf life. You could say they’re the perfect spud for the job.

JOSEPH’S PASTA
Joseph’s has a complete line of quick gourmet style pasta. While the line is vast, here’s a few favorites – try the potato gnocchi in a mac and cheese dish!

STOUFFER’S
Ingredients like freshly made pastas, real cheeses, and farm-select ingredients are crafted into recipes in kitchens just like yours, these products are oven ready and easy to craft as your own.

AWARD CUISINE
The unique packaging  of their chicken pot pie, allows the top and bottom crust to get brown and flaky in the microwave which makes it easy to serve up made from scratch taste and appeal.

SIMPLOT
Fresh from the farm, then carefully frozen at the peak of maturity. Then frozen and packed up for your convenience. Click here to see more labor-saving produce ingredients.

BROOKLYN CANNOLI
When authenticity matters, Brooklyn Cannoli hits the mark. From the cannoli shells – chocolate dipped, mini or full size – to the traditional style cannoli filling. And you can’t forget the New York style cheesecake and pre-packed ready to travel tiramisu.

MISC ITEMS
Here are just a few miscellaneous items that are great for dessert, add-ons or for sale in retail capacity. Our La Brea Bakery Tuscan bread loaf is ready for you to finish baking and includes retail packaging bags in each case.