by Corporate Executive Chef | Jun 10, 2013
A friend & I decided to walk around downtown Roanoke Saturday evening. I used to go downtown just about every weekend, but it’s been years since I spend any time there. There are all different types of stores-you can get high-end designer clothing, uniforms,...
by Marta Ruggles, District Manager | Jun 10, 2013
Most people think my story and career in food services started with Rie in college. Part of that is true. My adult career started with her when I was a waitress in college – if you count yourself as an adult when you are in college. But really, my first...
by Leslie Phillips, Chief Executive Officer | Jun 4, 2013
Many of you are like us…about to close another fiscal year. This always means reflection….what went well, what didn’t. For those things that didn’t go so well…we are determined to avoid or conquer them, right? Unless you work alone,...
by Sherri Meyer, Corporate Dietitian | May 30, 2013
For many the the name alone conjures up thoughts of deprivation and images of boring salads and overcooked, tasteless vegetables. I recently came upon this fantastic article about healthy eating “seasonal, fresh, whole food” which basically sums up how I feel about...
by Marta Ruggles, District Manager | May 28, 2013
If you are interested in knowing a lot more about your food and where it comes from, then you will want to take a trip to Poly Face Farms. Their website states that Polyface, Inc. is a family owned, multi-generational, pasture-based, beyond organic, local-market farm...
by Leslie Phillips, Chief Executive Officer | May 15, 2013
As Rie and I finish up our spring account visits, I’ve reflected on our messages: the importance of WIGs (wildly important goals); measuring results; communication; life-long learning; and outwardly expressing sincere appreciation. Starting at the end first,...
