Minneapolis’ Northstar Center Gets A Glow Up

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When it came to restoring Northstar Center—the linchpin of a 1960-era office/entertainment/parking complex in downtown Minneapolis—to its former glory as a city-center magnet, planners knew dining would play a starring role in its next chapter as an experiential working and living space.

5 Questions with Alan Squier

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The president of Squier Associates shares an industry perspective informed by decades of experience as well as excitement for the future.

Improve Organization, Efficiency With Newer Reach-Ins

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If you think reach-in refrigerators are just a big box with one purpose, it’s time to think again.

IFMA Shares 2025 Silver Plate Winners

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Operator executives from Aramark, Brinker, Wingstop, Wow Bao and more companies earn honors.

T&S Brass Hand Wash Sinks: Built for Durability, Compliance, and Ease of Use

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Maintaining hygiene in commercial kitchens starts with a fundamental practice: handwashing. Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds prevents the spread of germs and ensures food safety. The CDC reports that proper handwashing can eliminate up to 99% of germs, making it one of the most effective defenses against foodborne…

Connecting the Dots: A Look at Connected Kitchen Solutions

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When it comes to being on the same page in a kitchen, paper checklists once reigned supreme.

Thinking Through Digital Menu Boards

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What if digital menu boards at restaurants could offer the same kind of relevant, personalized suggestions that mobile apps can?

Make Your Spring-Cleaning Checklist

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As summer approaches, spring marks the perfect excuse to refresh your kitchens.

Publisher’s Note: That’s A Wrap!

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2025 has started off as a very good year at FER and I hope it has for all of you as well.