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Wholesome Breakfast Veggie Bowl ›If you have customers looking for healthy, portable breakfast options, this is the one! Packed with ancient grains, roasted sweet potatoes, caramelized onions, avocado, arugula and a poached egg—this bowl really satisfies.
Carne Asada Fries Taco ›You read that right, we put the fries right in the taco. Every bite has the perfect combination of carne asada, crispy fries, creamy guacamole, pico, and melted queso. Prepare to make a lot of these; they are going to be popular!
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The Ultimate Fry GuideWe can help you select the right fries, implement the best pricing and profit strategies, create must-have signature fries, and more. It's all in The Ultimate Fry Guide. And it's free.
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Category: News

U.S. Suspends Fresh Avocado Imports from Mexico—Again

What happens when the supply chain of one of your most popular ingredients vanishes overnight? U.S. restaurants that serve avocado are about to find out—again.

6/20/2024

Chicken Restaurant Chains: What’s New and Where They’re Headed

One thing’s for sure, the future of chicken at fast food chains is bright. With continued innovation, health-conscious options, and exciting new players, there’s a perfect chicken item out there for everyone.

4/17/2024

State of the Consumer: How Dining Habits Are Changing

See how U.S. consumers are reacting to higher menu prices and learn what you can do.

4/15/2024

The State of the Industry: Foodservice Operators in 2024

Find out how operators are contending with labor issues, food costs and more in this snapshot of the industry in 2024.

3/29/2024

Simplot Launches First-Ever, Waffle-Flavored Potato Products

Today, Simplot Global Food introduced Simplot® Maple City™ Waffle Flavored Potatoes, the world’s first waffle fry and battered potato bites that taste like waffles.

3/12/2024

Stadium Concessions: Trends and Insights for 2023 and Beyond

In this post, you’ll get a snapshot of the stadium concession customer today, learn what they’re looking for, and see what’s new on stadium menus. You’ll also find solutions to reduce your labor and improve your profitability.

7/7/2023

The Future of Off-Premise Ordering for Restaurants

The pandemic forced countless restaurants to figure out how to serve their customers off-premise efficiently. Now that the crisis has passed, operators are taking a harder look at their off-premise programs with an eye toward optimizing processes and profitability.

7/5/2023

Visit Simplot at SNA’s Annual Nutrition Conference, July 9-11

Looking for smart ways to boost participation while reducing labor and waste? You’ll find them at Simplot booth #951 at this year’s SNA’s Annual Nutrition Conference.

6/27/2023

AI in Restaurants: Using ChatGPT to Write Menu Descriptions

Tantalizing menu descriptions are critical to sales. Now AI tools like ChatGPT are radically reducing the time it takes to write them. In this article, we’ll show you step-by-step how to use ChatGPT to create brilliant menu descriptions in seconds.

6/23/2023

French Fry Sandwiches: What Happens When Two Menu Favorites Collide?

Can you really put fries on sandwiches? Yes! From Pittsburgh’s famous Primanti sandwich to the California Burrito of San Diego, french fries are finding their way into the center of the plate. Learn more about these unique fry applications and why they’re so popular.

6/1/2023

Sizzle and Sip: Summer 2023's Most Refreshing Beverage Trends

From dirty sodas to bubble tea, it’s time to get current on the beverage trends brewing this summer. In this post, you’ll learn about the beverages patrons are buzzing about and the Simplot products that can help you match the trends profitably.

5/30/2023

Simplot will be at the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC)

The SNA’s Annual National Conference will be hosted in Orlando, FL from July 10-12. ANC unities school nutrition operators, industry partners and allied organizations for an all-out 3 day experience.

6/23/2022

RECALL NOTICE

SIMPLOT CLASSIC VEGETABLES-BLEND MIX VEG 5WAY 12/2.5# SKU: 10071179188117 Boise, ID- The JR Simplot Company is voluntarily recalling approximately 142 cases of its Simplot Classic Vegetables - Blend Mix Veg 5way 12/2.5# because it may contain undeclared soybeans (edamame). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soybeans run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

11/12/2019

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Category: News

U.S. Suspends Fresh Avocado Imports from Mexico—Again

Chicken Restaurant Chains: What’s New and Where They’re Headed

State of the Consumer: How Dining Habits Are Changing

The State of the Industry: Foodservice Operators in 2024

Simplot Launches First-Ever, Waffle-Flavored Potato Products

Stadium Concessions: Trends and Insights for 2023 and Beyond

The Future of Off-Premise Ordering for Restaurants

Visit Simplot at SNA’s Annual Nutrition Conference, July 9-11

AI in Restaurants: Using ChatGPT to Write Menu Descriptions

French Fry Sandwiches: What Happens When Two Menu Favorites Collide?

Sizzle and Sip: Summer 2023's Most Refreshing Beverage Trends

Simplot will be at the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference (ANC)

RECALL NOTICE

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