The Best of Cambro Blogs: Top 2023 Reads

As we bid farewell to another remarkable year, it’s time to reflect on the insightful, innovative and downright captivating content that graced the digital pages of the Cambro Blog. In the ever-evolving landscape of culinary excellence, foodservice trends and cutting-edge industry solutions, our blog has been a beacon of knowledge, keeping readers abreast of the latest and greatest.

From game-changing food storage insights to the freshest perspectives on kitchen efficiency, each post sparked conversations and celebrate the passion, expertise and dedication that defines the Cambro community. Check out the Cambro Blog’s crème de la crème: the Top 10 Blogs of 2023.

10. Why Cambro Hot Boxes are Unmatched

Cambro insulated transport units, commonly called “hot boxes,” are known for two things: extreme durability and insulation. These qualities are especially important to foodservice professionals who frequently need to transport food because their top priorities are always to keep food at safe temperatures and to use reliable equipment. We attribute the popularity of our hot boxes to their superior manufacturing.

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freshpro at marriottSpoiler alert: We launched a revolutionary new line of food storage products for the first time in decades this year. After months on the market, we hear from a chef, bartender and baker about what they thought of our new CamSquares® FreshPro. Each person explained how a new feature of the CamSquares FreshPro makes a difference for them.

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After utensils are cleaned, oftentimes they are thrown into a bin to dry. When a chef needs one, they have to dig through half dried items to find the one they’re looking for. Some kitchens have a peg board, but they are made of a material that breaks easily.  After we observed these practice a few too many times, we knew we could find a better way. Enter the Camshelving® Pegboard Storage System– the first NSF-listed plastic pegboard that replaces unhygienic and unorganized storage practices.

zhuh bakeryWe relaunched our Business of the Week feature to help support local businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. Since then, we’ve been thrilled to shine a light on local businesses across the world! Located in Gorman, Texas, Zhuzh Bakery creates beautiful custom cookies and teaches others how to decorate cookies.

Caterers have placed their trust in Cambro for decades, relying on its dependable products to ensure the success of their events. There are three essential tools that every catering professional should have in their arsenal to ensure food stays hot, beverages remain cold and service is provided with precision and style. This is a must read for both seasoned caterers and those who are just starting out.

disposable deli containersSome chefs will hold onto their deli containers like Gollum with the One Ring.  Slowly but surely, more and more chefs are removing them from their clutches and realizing that their deli containers are hurting them more than helping them. After Chef Drew Wagner at Thyme and Seasons Catering in Lancaster, Penn., started using CamSquares FreshPro Translucent, he says they’re never going back!

metal pan with plastic wrapThe restaurant industry is constantly evolving, and 2023 brought forth its own set of challenges for chefs and foodservice professionals. Staying ahead of the game requires a keen understanding of the problems that lie ahead. We identified the three biggest challenges the restaurant industry faced this year and provided realistic strategies to overcome them. Hindsight is 2023 in this blog!

which lid are youBehind every Cambro container is a Cambro Lid that is essential to keeping its contents fresh. Using a lid drastically decreases the chances of cross-contamination, encourages food to stay fresher longer and decreases waste. Every Cambro lid is special, which one are you?

single use plastic infographicDisposable deli containers have been a staple in nearly every foodservice kitchen for decades because of their size and convenience. There was never a legitimate alternative until now. CamSquares® FreshPro Translucent are the food industry’s first commercial grade ½ qt. and 1 qt. reusable deli containers.

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This year, we introduced CamSquares® FreshPro, a new and improved food storage system that takes freshness, food safety and efficiency to the next level. Four key changes made our new containers stand out: recessed handles, drain shelves, color-coding and a new Seal Cover. Cambro is a proud innovator and after years of feedback and observations, we’re proud to say CamSquares FreshPro are modernizing how food is stored.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: ADRIANA DESIDERIO IS THE DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER AT CAMBRO.

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