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28Feb

12 Things You’re Probably Doing Wrong in the Kitchen

Unless you're a trained chef, you're probably doing some things wrong in the kitchen. Most of us learned kitchen skills from our family members, so if Grandma's method isn't the best, how would we know? One of the greatest parts of working at Big Plate is getting to talk to local chefs every day. They're some of the nicest people you'll meet, and they've taught us a lot over the years. (Not to mention our team has over 160 years...

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16Feb

How to Finance Equipment from Big Plate

Big Plate knows that sometimes you need to finance the equipment you purchase from us, so we make that an option for you! We partner with Quickspark to make equipment financing an effortless process, allowing you to ease your expenses and spend more time on what matters most. Low Monthly Payments Make monthly payments on your financed equipment that range from 12 – 60 months, ensuring the best fit for your business.   Generate Revenue with Your Financed Equipment Get the equipment you need now...

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15Feb

Lubbock Restaurants with Meeting or Party Rooms

We often see people looking for a restaurant with a private meeting room where they can book their rehearsal dinner, graduation party, birthday celebration, baby shower, or other event. We've put this blog post together as a handy alphabetical reference for our local restaurants that can accommodate a private get-together. Obviously size, price, and availability will vary widely by venue, so you will need to reach out to these places individually for up-to-date information. The Hub City does offer many...

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14Feb

Vineyards and Wineries of the Lubbock Area

Vineyards and Wineries of Lubbock and Surrounding Area We think this list of Lubbock vineyards and wineries (including the surrounding area) will amaze you! Did you know that Lubbock is at the heart of the Texas High Plains American Viticultural Area (AVA)? Of the approximately eight million acres covered by the Texas High Plains AVA, about 4,000 acres are planted to vines. This area cultivates over 80% of Texas wine grapes. Our warm daytime temperatures help to mature grapes, and the cool...

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27Jan

Every Food Truck Near Lubbock

Lubbock and West Texas are proud of their many food trucks! Our community has great talent and variety when it comes to food trucks. So we've compiled a list organized in alphabetical order for your convenience. We suggest that you use the links to follow the food trucks you're interested in on social media, and bookmark this post to keep handy as a reference. We also encourage you to share this post with your friends and family via social media,...

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24Jan

Top 18 Kitchen Gadgets of 2023

In honor of Big Plate's 18th anniversary, we've compiled this handy list of our top 18 kitchen gadgets of 2023. We've chosen this list based on innovation, popularity, value, and usefulness. We hope you'll try each one and allow them to make cooking easier, better, and more fun!   #18: Multi-Opener This handy 6-in-1 multi-opener tool saves your hands and is ideal for those with arthritis or a weak grip. The nonslip grip opens jars and bottles with minimal effort. It opens twist-off...

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21Dec

The Science of Perfect Mashed Potatoes

We all love perfect, fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes, right? Achieving this perfection takes more than just a recipe; you need to understand the science behind the desired results. Chef Angie Ragan, semi-finalist on Season 1 of Gordon Ramsay's Next Level Chef, gives us the science behind her perfect mashed potatoes! Tip 1: Peel Potatoes with a Knife Chef Angie's grandmother taught her to peel potatoes with a knife. While most of her staff prefer peelers, Angie still peels with a paring knife...

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21Nov

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday shopping should be FUN and EASY, so we've created this 2022 Holiday Gift Guide to help you! We've got ideas for every budget, so scroll to the section that matches what you'd like to spend and take a look at our suggestions. As always, our friendly staff would love to help you get just the right gifts, so come in or give us a call if you'd like more help! 2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Over $100 Our Zwilling 15 Piece...

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14Oct

Food Safety: A Quick Review

We know that food safety is a HUGE priority for your foodservice operation, so we’ve put together a quick food safety review for you (or your team), just to keep everyone fresh on this important subject. This information comes straight from the ServeSafe coursebook, so you know it’s reliable! Foodborne illnesses (diseases transmitted to people by food) can cost your operation so much: Loss of customersLoss of salesA damaged reputationNegative media exposurePoor staff moraleLawsuitsLegal feesEmployees missing workIncreased insurance premiums We’re here to...

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20Sep

How to Make Homemade Spice Blends

We can't wait to share how easy it is to make your own homemade spice blends. While prepackaged blends are convenient, homemade versions are far superior for several reasons: Sometimes you need a seasoning blend but you just can't get to the store to buy the prepackaged onesHomemade seasoning blends can be customized to your particular taste (spicier, milder, saltier, sweeter, less of something you don't like, etc.)You know exactly what's in your homemade seasoning blends, allowing you to avoid allergens,...

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