Plant-based offerings have blown up in menu popularity in recent years, and with good reason. They’re nutritious, delicious, and complement a wide variety of cuisines. Not to mention that more and more consumers are choosing to eat plant-based foods, whether for personal health or environmental reasons1 While “vegan” or “plant-based” options may strike some as...

2023 is officially here, bringing with it a fresh feeling, new expectations, and evolving trends. While restaurant operators get ready to keep up with an ever-changing landscape, it is key to keep an eye on the flavors and preferences that will be taking up menu space in the new year. Not surprisingly, sustainability and environmental...

The foodservice scene is dynamic. At Idahoan®, we understand that operator needs are complex and ever-changing. Here are three ways that incorporating Idahoan speed-scratch potato ingredients will help your operation to shine while keeping customers satisfied. Labor Saving: Restaurant labor shortages have been prevalent throughout 2022, and a majority of operators expect the trend to...

With seasonal holidays around every corner, the pressure for operators to provide exciting dishes can be a challenge. With today’s increasingly advanced technology in foodservice, operators can save on time, labor, and costs while still serving up holiday favorites. Idahoan® Foodservice’s proprietary cooking method offers an innovative solution to a time of the year when...

SHALIMAR, Fla. (Oct. 14, 2022) – Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, in partnership with Idahoan Foods, is offering famous fans a free side of potatoes on National Mashed Potato Day. To take advantage, customers need only spend $5 in-store on October 18, 2022, to enjoy a regular side of Lee’s southern-style mashed potatoes and gravy, a...

As the seasons change, so do operator’s menus as they pivot towards creative seasonal offerings.

While there are many expenses that go into running a restaurant or foodservice operation, especially during a time of inflation, labor and food costs are among the highest and most important.

By 2026, the U.S. Healthcare Food Services Market is projected to reach $22.8 billion. It’s essential for healthcare foodservice operators to look at how their programs can be revolutionized.

Fried, mashed, or baked – potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, a simple ingredient to work with, and the perfect base to build from for any comfort dish.

Corporate Executive Chef, Richard Hoelzel, was recently appointed Director at Large for the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP). In this role, Hoelzel will promote the organization’s initiatives on nutritional care to industry stakeholders.

Menu optimization is key to the success of every operation – but finding a balance between dishes that excite customers and align with operator values,

Our delicious sides may seem like simple classics, but they’re the result of a cutting-edge cooking method pioneered right here at Idahoan® Foods.