Category Cooking Equipment

Okay, let’s talk turkey. Or maybe beef, or tofu, depending on your concept. Starting a restaurant… it’s a wild ride. I mean, truly bonkers when you think about it. Here in Nashville, the food scene is just exploding, and I…

Okay, let’s talk about the heart of the professional kitchen: the commercial range. It sounds simple enough, right? Big metal box, makes heat, cooks food. But oh boy, if you’re setting up a new kitchen or replacing an old workhorse,…

Alright, let’s talk pans. Specifically, the best non-stick pans for gas stoves. It sounds simple, right? Go to the store, grab a pan, done. But oh boy, if you’ve ever cooked on gas, you know it’s a different beast compared…

Okay, let’s talk fryers. Specifically, let’s dive into the BKI BLF-FC. If you’re in the commercial kitchen world, especially dealing with anything high-volume, you’ve probably seen or heard of BKI equipment. They’re kind of a known quantity. But known doesn’t…

Hey everyone, Sammy here from Chefsicon.com. Today, March 30, 2025, I’m diving into something that sounds maybe a little… mundane? The Vulcan Stand, specifically the stainless steel variety – sometimes you see model numbers or series like ‘ABC’ tacked on,…

Alright, let’s talk ovens. Seriously, the heart of pretty much any commercial kitchen, right? Back when I was still deep in the marketing grind in the Bay Area, before Nashville and Luna the cat claimed my soul, I saw countless…

Okay, let’s talk chicken breasts. Specifically, the elusive perfect pan-seared chicken breast. You know the one – golden-brown crust, unbelievably juicy inside, the kind that makes you wonder why you ever bothered with dry, rubbery versions. It seems simple, right?…

Okay, let’s talk fire. Specifically, controlled fire in the kitchen. I’m Sammy, by the way, writing for Chefsicon.com from my home office here in Nashville, usually with my cat Luna demanding attention nearby. Before I fully embraced the food writing…

Alright, let’s talk ovens. Specifically, let’s talk about a piece of equipment that sits right at the heart of many bakeries, cafes, and even some restaurant kitchens: the rack oven. Today, I’m diving into the LBC LMO-G Mini Rack Oven,…

Okay, let’s talk pizza. Not just any pizza, but that elusive, perfect pie. You know the one – the blistered crust, the perfectly melted cheese, the toppings singing in harmony. For years, I’ve been on a quest, both personally and…