The restaurant and foodservice industry is experiencing something unprecedented. Full-service restaurants are utilizing takeout and delivery options, convenience stores and grocery stores have expedited their transformation into one-stop shops for food, and operators are left guessing as to when they can fully reopen to their eager customer base. One thing that is certain during these...
Manufacturing isn’t easy. But when you have a great foundation, the men and women who are dedicated to the process, and the amazing customers who recognize quality, it is easy to see why Pitco has been around all these years. Yes, you need raw materials and innovative design, but you also need a manufacturing team that’s willing...
Fried foods tend to gain cult-worthy followings. While French fries are commonly thought of as the ultimate fried potato option, there’s another dish that is one of America’s favorites. Tater tots. But how did this recipe come about, and what caused it to gain global fame? Where did tater tots originate? As the world adjusted...

by Pitco on May 1, 2020 at 4:08PM

When it comes to both popularity and variety, there are few foods that can compete with chicken. As a staple in the diet of billions of people around the globe, chicken is enjoyed and revered primarily because of the many ways it can be cooked. Whether it be grilled, broiled, or fried, the possibilities are...
Chicken wings are a true staple of the American diet. From sporting events to casual get-togethers with friends and family, there’s a high probability wings will be involved. In today’s environment, in large part because there’s been a shortage in sporting events such as March Madness, there’s actually an overabundance of wings. They’re available at...

by Pitco on April 19, 2020 at 7:00AM

Onion rings, french fries, and wings — oh my! The love Americans have for fried foods borders on an obsession. We crave them so much that we go out of our way to indulge in them, even though we know we should maybe be eating broccoli. But why does fried food taste so good? Science...

by Pitco on April 17, 2020 at 1:44PM

It sounds so cliché, but it’s so true. We’re all in this together. Here at Pitco, we’re doing whatever we can to support our customers and partners, to help move the foodservice industry through these challenging times, and to make sure we’re doing all we can for the fabulous men and women who comprise our...
With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever for foodservice operations like restaurants to ensure that they are following proper sanitation procedures and making their food in as clean of an environment as possible. That includes ensuring that the equipment used for frying foods is continuously sanitized and properly in line with...
After a tough day at the office, on an especially cold night, when you have a big decision to make, and all the other times you could just really use a big hug, there’s truly nothing quite like comfort food. Warm, familiar, creamy, cheesy, and often fried, comfort food knows exactly how to say, “It’s...

by Pitco on March 25, 2020 at 2:09PM

Keeping food warm and fresh all day long is a priority for restaurants focused on carryout and takeout, especially those facing a high volume of orders. With the right equipment, operators can offer juicy food held at a precise temperature. Rethermalizers are perfect for restaurants offering carryout or operations like hospitals and hotels who provide...