Wallin Foodservice Resources

Crisp lettuce, crunchy pickles, crispy onions, toasted buns, melty cheese, and crispy bacon all wrapped around a juicy burger. Heaven in a bite! The beloved burger is here to stay, which is great news for foodservice operators. From classic, backyard-inspired cheeseburgers to gourmet, handcrafted creations stacked high with premium toppings, burgers continue to be one of America's favorite menu items.  A burger's enduring and endearing appeal lies in its ability to balance comfort and creativity. Guests know exactly what they're ordering, yet they're open to discovering a new combination of flavors, proteins, cheeses, and toppings that turns a familiar favorite into something special. The right ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and dependable equipment work together to create more than a great burger. They create a memorable dining experience that keeps guests coming back. Protein: The Heart of the Handcrafted Burger The patty is the heart of every handcrafted ...

Did you know that Americans eat about 50 billion burgers per year, an average of 3 burgers per person per week? Considering the burger’s enduring popularity, most eateries serve them, so the competition is fierce. A burger lover may choose to order their favorite food everywhere they eat, but wouldn’t you prefer that they crave a burger from your menu?  Here are a few of our favorite juicy secrets to help you create a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted burger that keeps burger lovers coming back for more. Start with custom ground meat. One of the best ways to differentiate your burger offering and maintain a consistent product is to grind your own meat. Beef, pork, turkey, buffalo, wild game, or a combination? It’s your call. By handling the meat grinding process in-house, you select the cuts, so you know exactly what’s in it, you control the fat content, and you can offer multiple types of specialty burgers made with your own proprietary ground meat blends. All good things! If grin...