The Food Service Direct Blog

Introducing Kitch 24/7 Spices

A premier spice line – the building blocks of flavor.

2023 Food Trends by FSD

The Top Consumer Food Trend Predictions for 2023

3 January 2023

Countdown to Christmas Gingerbread Cookies

Countdown To Christmas With FSD: Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

The TOP 20 Restaurants Americans Are Visiting Right Now

This holiday season Americans are eating out more than ever. In the past 3 months, dining alone has risen 4% across the country. So, we wondered, where? Is it the small independents? The big chains? Diners? Nope, it was McDonald's.

30 December 2022

Easy Fix Beverages for the Holidays – Spiced Pumpkin Smoothie

Sticking to a keto diet this holiday season? Bring your love for pumpkin pie to breakfast with this Spiced Pumpkin Smoothie by Libby’s. Made with pumpkin puree and warm spices, it is a great way to start your day on chilly fall mornings. Enjoy the fall flavors minus the ...

21 November 2022

Easy Fix Beverages for the Holidays – Holiday Coquito

Give the traditional eggnog a Puerto Rican twist this Christmas with this Caribbean-style Holiday Coquito by Unilever Food Solutions. A coconut base is combined with rum and spices to create this delightful cocktail. With this recipe, we add another one to our holiday be...

21 November 2022

Holiday Treats – Mini Apple Pies

Treat guests this holiday season to Mini Apple Pies with this simple recipe by Pillsbury. These can also be a fun baking activity for the family. Made with few ingredients and easy steps, this one is a crowd pleaser and quicker than a traditional pie.

14 November 2022

Holiday Treats – Mini Pumpkin Pie Brûlées

Each autumn, pumpkin pies grace dinner tables for holidays, get-togethers, and family dinners. Many people will be placing dessert orders, but how can you offer a taste of the holidays before big meals? Mini desserts! This combination of pumpkin pies and pastry is sure t...

14 November 2022

Easy Fix Beverages for the Holidays – Pumpkin Apple Pie Cocktail

The American love for pumpkins goes beyond pumpkin pies and jack-o-lanterns. With pumpkin bread, soups, cakes, baked goods, pumpkin butter, lattes, and so much more, the sky is the limit. To take our holiday beverage series forward, we bring you Pumpkin Apple Pie Cocktai...

4 November 2022

Easy Fix Beverages for the Holidays - Hibiscus Sangarita

With the holiday season fast approaching, we bring you some quick and easy beverage recipes in a four-part series. Use the Tazo Berry Hibiscus Margarita beverage mix made with a blend of juicy strawberry notes, tangy hibiscus, and lime to whip up a delicious cocktail or ...

4 November 2022