Happy Holidays!!!!!

Ron Kostrewa Retiring end of 2011

Ron, the CFO, since 1997 will be retiring from TableCraft the end of 2011. He will be missed by all and we wish him the best of luck!

Happy Thanksgiving from TableCraft

Eat plenty, shop til you drop, safe travels. Happy Thanksgiving to all from TableCraft!

HACCP Certified

On November 2, 2011 two of TableCraft's marketing team members became HACCP Certified!
Please visit us on Facebook and congratulate Amy Garrard and Maria Buitron on their outstanding accomplishment.

Thank you!

CELEBRATE ALL YEAR LONG!

TableCraft supports Pink October!

Sanitation is key

It's about sanitation. The KENKUT 3 is NSF approved, has a contemporary cool look and allows for 100% use of film or foil so there is no waste!

TableCraft 2011 UK Catalogue

TableCraft UK is delighted to announce it's launch of their European catalogue! There are two versions available and can be downloaded from our website www.tablecraft.com

Let the sun shine all weekend long

Even though summer is over, this weekend will feel like it's back.

TableCraft wishes everyone a wonderful weekend.

NEW BEGINNINGS

As wonderful as the journey has been, on November 15, 2011, Owner/CEO of TableCraft Glenn Davis will retire. Glenn is very excited to begin a new chapter of his life in Del Ray Beach, Florida with his wife Tema.

Glenn began his career at TableCraft in 1974 and following in his father's footsteps became the President in 1997. He is part of the 3rd generation that has worked at TableCraft with the 4th generation currently in house.

When asked what his fondest memories were throughout his career, he immediately talked about his years as a street salesman in New York and all the people he met along the that made such a huge impact on his career. He also talked about how fortunate he has been to be able to work for the family business. He loved hearing all the stories about his grandfather and father from people both inside and outside the company.

Time is something none of us can stop. However, we can control how we spend it. Glenn is looking forward to spending more time with his family. He also plans on doing volunteer work, traveling and of course improving his golf game.

Glenn will be missed dearly and everyone at the TableCraft family wishes him a lifetime of health and happiness in his future endeavors.

FROM GLENN:

To the owners, continue to do what is best for the business.

To the employees, thank you for the terrific job you have all done over the years. Please keep it up because if it weren't for all of you TableCraft wouldn't be as successful.

Thank you to all of the employees that have been with TableCraft 25 plus years and a special thank you to Ted who has been like a brother.

Cristal Collection - Let the good times keep rolling

Summer is over but the parties and events go on and on and on!!! Make the main event the Cristal Collection. Acrylic, lightweight, durable and beautiful.

IT'S TIME FOR A TRANSFORMATION!

Elevate your buffet with the innovated baskets in our exclusive Grand Master Transformer Collection.

It's a beautiful day!!

Visit TableCraft in Milan, Italy.

If you are attending the Host Show October 21-25, 2011 in Milan, Italy, please stop by Hall 5, Stand L08 N09 and visit us. We look forward to see you!!

Melamine is the new Porcelain!

Welcome Pat Arber

TableCraft Welcomes Maria Buitron

We are extremely excited to have Maria join the TableCraft team as the new Marketing Specialist. Maria brings 15 years of foodservice experience from Sales and Marketing, New Product Development and Export Management. Her focus will be to support the Marketing and Sales Team as well as expanding communication channels. Wishing Maria much success!

Make any event beautiful....

Make any event beautiful with our stainless steel beverage tubs. TableCraft beverage tubs are made from the highest quality materials and workmanship for years of use. More importantly, they will add that extra touch of sparkle and style to any event.

LEARN HOW TO SAVE TIME AND MONEY...

There is simply no better way to save time and money than with our new TableCraft SaferFood Solutions™ Pour-N-Save™ Transfer System Ultimate Food Transfer System. It's never been easier to see how and why the Pour-N-Save™ Transfer System works. Take a few minutes to view our video and amaze your coworkers, friends and family with your newly learned ability to transfer any remaining product quickly and easily.

Click here to view the video.

The 2011 National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show is here!

The annual National Restaurant Association Restaurant Show is the largest single gathering of restaurant, foodservice and lodging professionals. NRA Show 2011 will be held May 21-24 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

The event attracts tens of thousands of attendees and visitors from all 50 states and 100+ countries, and showcases more products, services, innovative ideas and other growth opportunities than any other industry event.

This is why TableCraft is proud to be a part of it. The show is the perfect place for us to meet with our customers, industry partners and restauranteurs.

Stop by our booth (#3947) for the latest SaferFood Solutions™ products tour and learn how to increase food prep safety and storage efficiencies for your operation. We hope to see you there!

For more info, visit the show's website here: http://show.restaurant.org/NRA11/public/enter.aspx
or their facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/NationalRestaurantAssociationShow

TableCraft at Catersource 2011: FAQ's

Everyone at TableCraft is excited for the 2011 Catersource Tradeshow and Conference this week!

Here are some FAQS about Catersource to keep you in the know!

What is the Catersource Tradeshow and Conference?
Catersource is the largest networking resource for professional caterers. Catersource offers information, education, discussions, insights, vendors and industry awareness.

We know it's coming up -when and where is Catersource this year?
Catersource is February 27th- March 2nd at The Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas.

We've heard about the TableCraft booth- where can we find you guys?
We are at Booth 1206. Come see our amazing booth, grab one of our new 2011 catalogs and talk to a TableCraft pro. We'd love to have you visit us and learn more about TableCraft!

Who is Eric LeVine?
Eric LeVine is on TableCraft's chef council and he will be giving an education session/releasing his cookbook at Catersource 2011. Chef Eric is also the Chefs' Corner forum moderator on Catersource's website. For more info on Chef Eric, his education session or his cookbook, click here: http://www.catersource.com/Conference-tradeshow/attend/education/speakers/eric-levine

How many people attend this show?
This year Catersource is expecting 6,000+ attendees for the Conference & Tradeshow combined.

For more info, visit the show's website here: http://www.catersource.com/
or their facebook page here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Catersource/122257917819037

NAFEM 2011 Recap

What a fantastic show- the TableCraft booth was buzzing with excitement! A big thanks to our customers and sales representatives who stopped by the booth for a tour of new products. We wish everyone a successful 2011!

2011 Catalog!

The 2011 catalog is here! Have you requested yours yet? If you haven't, make sure to ask your local sales rep or request one at our website at http://www.tablecraft.com/storefrontB2CWEB/inquiry

All 2011 new products are located in the front few pages in the 'New Products' section, making it easy to find out what's new for 2011. New products are also located in more detail throughout the catalog within each category section.

Be sure to check out all the fabulous ideas and uses for our products showcased in the catalog, and stay tuned to our blog for our newest feature- "Spotlight on New Products" happening each month!

Welcome, Lori Barger!

TableCraft would like to welcome our new Vice President of Sales, Lori Barger. With over 12 years of industry experience on both domestic and international accounts, we know that Lori will be a great asset to the TableCraft team!

TableCraft at The NAFEM Show 2011: FAQ's

Our sales directors and top executives are busy gearing up for the NAFEM show this week! Here are some FAQS about The Nafem Show to keep you in the know!

What does NAFEM stand for and what does that mean?
The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) is a trade association of more than 550 foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturers that provide products for food preparation, cooking, storage and table service.

We know it's coming up -when and where is the Nafem show this year?
The Nafem Show begins this Thursday, February 10th and runs through Saturday, February 12th. The 2011 show is being held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL

We've heard about the TableCraft booth- where can we find you guys?
We are at Booth 3622. Come see our amazing booth, grab one of our new 2011 catalogs and talk to a TableCraft pro. We'd love to have you visit us and learn more about TableCraft!

Who attends this show?
Over 500 exhibitors have booths at the show, showcasing the best of the industry. You can find a complete list of exhibitors on the Nafem Show Website (link below)

In terms of attendees, NAFEM attracts 20,000+ visitors, spanning all across the industry representing over 30 major catagories including:
-Independent Restaurants
-Full-service Chain Restaurants
-Fine dining Restaurants
-Country Clubs
-Sports Venues
-College/Universities
-Hotels and Country Clubs

For more info, visit the show's website here: http://www.thenafemshow.org/

TableCraft at Hospitality Show UK

Hospitality 2011 in Birmingham UK was a great success! With our 2011 spotlight on our growing global market, our booth showcased Tablecraft's commitment to being at the forefront of the food service industry in Europe with our innovation, creative design and commercial quality. Our next generation of products, the SaferFoods Solutions dispensers, were launched at the show and were extremely well received in the European market. We look forward to Hotelympia 2012 in London!

Our Polycarb Shakers are now BPA Free! But what does that mean?

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a controversial chemical that can be found in polycarbonate plastics. Since BPA is an endocrine disrupter and may cause developmental or behavioral effects, many researchers have expressed concern over current human exposure to BPA. TableCraft knows how important safety is to the restaurant industry and has developed BPA free products in response to the recent studies.




Check out this informational article from Scientific American for more insight on BPA- http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=plastic-not-fantastic-with-bisphenol-a

TableCraft Sponsored Chef's Success!

Check out Chef Eric LeVine, one of Tablecraft's sponsored chefs, on Food Network's 'Chopped' this season AND at this year's Catersource show! Honored by the James Beard Foundation in 2009, Chef Eric has been recognized for his artistry with food, including the International Catering Association’s Chef of the Year Award in 2008. We love his cookbook and know it will be a hit when it's released at Catersource in Las Vegas, February 27–March 2, 2011!

For more info on Chef Eric LeVine, his new cookbook, or his appearance at Catersource: http://www.catersource.com/Conference-tradeshow/attend/education/speakers/eric-levine

2010 Favorites! Part II

(From L to R- AS46/AS57/AS811 Menu Holders, 353DP Beverage Dispenser, PC2N Dome Display Tray)

AS46/AS57/AS811

These acrylic menu holders were one of our favorite new items introduced in 2010. With their simple design, these holders blend in anywhere from country club brunch to hot wing stations at the bar. Their versatility in use (they can stand upright or be placed horizontal) is just as impressive as their versatility in style, and that, combined with their easiness to use, is why these menu holders top our list.

2010 Favorites! Part I

From TableCraft classics to innovative new pieces, here are some of our 2010 favorites to ring in the new year!





(From L to R- 71 beverage dispenser, FN1611 Blackwell Collection™ rack and bowl, 6618 Authentic Collection™ shakers)



71



Seen at classy brunches around the world, this beverage dispenser will always be a favorite way to dispense juices, but that's not why it's a TableCraft favorite this year. The 71 makes our list because in 2010 we've been seeing it used more and more in spas and resorts to dispense fruit infused water. Try adding sliced cucumber or citrus fruit to your ice water- the see through chamber adds that extra touch for your guests to see the fresh goodies added for their refreshment!

FN1611


The Blackwell Collection™ has always been a favorite due to it's modern look, but the FN1611 tops our list due to its versatile functionality. Whether you use it as a display dish or bowl, on the table, or as piece of art, it's always going to be a fabulous addition to your venue!

6618

A bit hit in 2010 that's sure to continue in 2011 is the green glass trend. Our Authentic Collection™ shakers top our list for their ability to add a bit of nostalgia mixed with new trends on your tabletop. (PS- We love our 6619 Authentic Collection™ oil & vinegar dispensers too!)